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Push is on to find more effective models of remedial education - 1 views

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    This article details the main research and data findings on developmental education. The article touches on innovative approaches at three community colleges. Also, a discussion of program cost and student success situates developmental education in the right policy context.
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National Center for Academic Transformation (NCAT) - 0 views

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    Like GSCC, NCAT was also the recipient of a Gates Foundation emerging technologies grant. NCAT will redesign developmental math courses in community colleges integrating technology and learner-centered pedagogy.
Bruce Vandal

State Policy Priorities for Developmental Education Initiative - 1 views

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    Document outlining state policy priorities for states participating in the developmental education initiative. Addresses, K-12 curricular alignment, funding, assessment and placement, data and performance measurement, academic support services
Bruce Vandal

Community College Officials Pledge to Boost Graduation Rates - WSJ.com - 1 views

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    Story documenting the Gates Foundation's commitment to improve remedial education in community colleges.
Bruce Vandal

Many not ready for college, costing Texas $200M a year | Houston & Texas News | Chron.c... - 0 views

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    Article in Houston Chronicle, funded through Hechinger Institute, on the challenge of remedial education in Texas. Emphasizes need for reform in delivery of remedial Education.
Bruce Vandal

Zane State College Receives Grant from Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation - 1 views

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    Press release announcing Zane State's grant award as part of the Developmental Education Initiative
Matt Smith

Students soar in pilot program - 1 views

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    Describes Project DEgree pilot at Durham Tech. Project DEgree administered by Gateway to College National Network and funded through grant from Gates Foundation. Model uses evidence-based best practices, cohort-based model and supplementary student service support. Program retention rate of 92% (23 of 25).
Matt Smith

Complex Measures of Success: Voluntary Framework of Accountability - 1 views

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    Details the work of the Voluntary Framework of Accountability, which has rolled out its Stage One pilot measures for college readiness and workforce, economic and community development measures.
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