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Fruiht, Veronica M. – Journal of College Student Retention: Research, Theory & Practice, 2015
This paper considers the functions of supportive individuals in the lives of community college and 4-year college students and how such support can promote hope, defined as agency and pathways thinking. We surveyed 181 college students regarding their supportive relationships and found that parents were most likely to be nominated as a primary…
Descriptors: College Students, Social Support Groups, Student Surveys, Mentors
Thomas, Glen; Roberts, Caroline – American School Board Journal, 1994
A comprehensive character education program produces students who understand moral character and incorporate this knowledge in their actions. California advocates coursework in history, the social sciences, and language arts that connects students to political, social, and ethical issues central to our society. Cites examples of projects in four…
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Elementary Secondary Education, Language Arts, Moral Development
Mathiasen, Bill; And Others – 1981
This instructional guide is designed to provide work experience education coordinators with a series of topical items which can be incorporated into the related instruction portion of a high school student's work experience education program. The activities in this instructional guide represent a common core of concepts and understandings…
Descriptors: Career Development, Career Education, Job Search Methods, Job Skills