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Non-academic interventions can improve academic outcomes
Research funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates indicates that “creating social relationships, clarifying aspirations and enhancing commitment, developing college know-how, and making college life feasible” can improve academic outcomes for post-secondary students.
Veterans and university administrators weigh in on the Post 9-11 GI Bill post-secondary experience
A publication from the Counsel for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL) highlights the personal and financal challenges facing veterans enrolled in post-secondary degree programs, and reviews relevant learning outcomes interventions.
Posted in Enrollment, Persistence and Graduation
Tagged GI Bill, student loans, student outcomes, veterans
Providing multiple paths, including career training, is key to post-secondary education reform
George R. Boggs, President and CEO, American Association of Community Colleges, responded to The Harvard Graduate School of Education “Pathways to Prosperity” study, stating, “Anyone who cares about the future of America should read this report. Our nation’s adolescents and young adults must be better prepared for today’s and tomorrow’s more technical jobs. We cannot afford to leave anyone behind.”
