Taylor et al This paper considers the experiences of seven at-risk youth who became more engaged in learning and the school context while participating in work-based education. Following the descriptions
Anthony Carnevale, Nicole Smith, Michelle Melton, Eric Price In this report, the authors examine the students who are combining work with ongoing learning. Implications suggest 1) working learners need stronger
Community College Research Center This paper provides an overview of the research related to the transfer process for those moving from a community college to a four year institution. It
Center for Analysis of Postsecondary Education and Employment This paper looks at the relationship between earning a non-degree certificate from a community college and student earnings and employment status after
Harry J. Holzer, Robert I. Lerman This article defines work-based learning. The authors discuss the positive outcomes of work-based learning for students, employers, and the economy. Download This Resource
Elizabeth Kopko This paper answers the following question: Are community college students who earn an associate degree before transferring to a four-year college more likely to earn a bachelor’s degree?
get-with-the-program-and-finish-it-2 In this paper, the authors describe efforts by a growing number of colleges and universities to redesign academic programs and support services to create “guided pathways” designed to increase
Community College Research Center Based largely on interviews with stakeholders in California, New York, Tennessee, and West Virginia, this report describes how these four states have developed initiatives related to
Community College Research Center This report details how and why student success courses influence student outcomes and their role in a broad approach to nonacademic supports. Download This Resource
Community College Research Center This review of literature provides research on student decision making related to academic academic and career planning. Limitations on the current structure of community college advising