Although Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education has been recognized as important for success in the 21st century (AAAS, 1989; Bryan et al., 2016; Bybee, 2013; Bybee, 2018; CoSTEM & NSTC, 2018; Moore et al., 2016; Murphy, 2011; United States Department of Education, 2016), elementary and middle school educators are…

Traditional organizational structures can be stubbornly inflexible and woefully under-optimized for cross-departmental project collaboration. Leaders seeking to innovate within the confines of these structures often have to empower themselves to create ad hoc agile teams that foster creative problem-solving, unlock social capital, and generate…

The purpose of this study is to explore the "behaviors" that students who have graduated employ and the "environmental elements/interventions" that helped students graduate from community colleges in Connecticut (CT). This study's aim was to construct new knowledge about community college nontraditional student persistence and…

This study utilizes adult learning, working-class masculinity, and political economy theories to explore the education and learning that supports engagement in the Just Transition movement in Central Appalachia. The central research question is as follows: in communities with economies formerly dominated by the coal industry, how does an…

Understanding what helped adult learners stay motivated to overcome their obstacles and complete their technical programs is important if Ohio wants to meet its goal of 65% of their workforce possessing an industry-recognized credential or degree. This qualitative study asks six recent adult learner graduates to reflect on their experiences in…

Engagement in learning is crucial for students, having long term effects that extend beyond a student's schooling years. However, many students, particularly at the secondary level, are not actively engaged in their schooling. Deficit mindsets, low self-efficacy, and a system that places excessive demands on teachers all lead to low expectations…

Community colleges are open access institutions that serve diverse population needs, including low income, first generation, and ethnic and racial minorities. To facilitate student retention and success, academic advising plays a critical strategic role in student engagement and persistence. The primary role of advisors is to assist students in…

This study investigates students' intercultural competence at a community college in the United States. In particular, it explores the experiences of first-semester, community college students in a first-year seminar course at a large, urban community college. This mixed-methods study uses data from administration of the Intercultural Development…

Community college completion rates are critical metrics that need attention to improve the lives of the millions of students who attend community college annually. Many college administrators have instituted a highly structured student experience using the guided pathways framework to help students get and stay on a path to degree completion. In…

The purpose of the qualitative exploratory case study is to examine student veterans' perceptions of the utility of the 8 Keys to Veterans' Success (8 Keys) during their pursuit of associate degrees from a community college in Georgia, post-military service. The study explored the student veteran perspective by answering three research questions:…

The study examined how second-year African American males described their self-efficacy and persistence toward graduation after interacting with Appreciative Advising at a Texas community college. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with six African American male students who were pursuing an associate degree full time at a small community…

The purpose of this study was to explore the perspectives of teachers regarding their continued professional growth. This research explored teacher professional learning through lesson study as it embraces growth for both teachers and students through collaborative conversations. This study aimed to examine the effects of lesson study professional…

The purpose of this study is to extend knowledge regarding the nature of student complaints in community college settings. It describes the characteristics of complaints at a two-year institution and explores pedagogical practices intended to support student success and persistence. Qualitative content analysis of the institutions comprehensive…

This study provided in-depth personal insight into the phenomenon of the mentorship experiences of community college presidents to provide a view into how their interaction has impacted them to help provide guidance to other potential mentors. Study participants represented community colleges in North Carolina. Community colleges, colleges, and…

This article explores three models of sustainability (environmental, economic, and social) and identifies characteristics of a sustainable community necessary to sustain the Deaf community as a whole. It is argued that sign language legislation is a valuable tool for achieving sustainability for the generations to come.