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

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  • Matt Smith on 01 Nov 10
     
    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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  • KPI_Library Bookmarks on 30 Mar 10
     
    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.
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State Policy Priorities for Developmental Education Initiative - 1 views

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  • Bruce Vandal on 14 Apr 10
     
    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
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Community College Officials Pledge to Boost Graduation Rates - WSJ.com - 1 views

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  • Bruce Vandal on 21 Apr 10
     
    Story documenting the Gates Foundation's commitment to improve remedial education in community colleges.
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Many not ready for college, costing Texas $200M a year | Houston & Texas News | Chron.c... - 0 views

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  • Bruce Vandal on 24 May 10
     
    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.
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Zane State College Receives Grant from Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation - 1 views

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  • Bruce Vandal on 24 May 10
     
    Press release announcing Zane State's grant award as part of the Developmental Education Initiative
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Students soar in pilot program - 1 views

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  • Matt Smith on 20 Dec 10
     
    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).
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Complex Measures of Success: Voluntary Framework of Accountability - 1 views

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  • Matt Smith on 24 Jan 11
     
    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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