College Student Retention : Formula for Student Success.
Title:
College Student Retention : Formula for Student Success.
Author:
Astin, Alexander W.
ISBN:
9781442212534
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Edition:
2nd ed.
Physical Description:
1 online resource (257 pages)
Contents:
Contents -- Introduction -- Ch01. Past to Present -- Ch02. Measurements of Persistence -- Ch03. Retention Theories, Models, and Concepts -- Ch04. How to Define Retention -- Ch05. Finances and Retention -- Ch06. Pre-College and Institutional Influences on Degree Attainment -- Ch07. The Community College -- Ch08. Pathways to a Four-Year Degree -- Ch09. Online Student Retention -- Ch10. Student Persistence and Degree Attainment beyond the First Year in College -- Ch11. Moving from Theory to Action -- Ch12. Taking Action -- Index -- About the Editor and Contributors.
Abstract:
Retention lingers as a major problem in higher education despite greater accessibility. The second edition of Seidman's groundbreaking book includes three new chapters to fill information gaps on critical topics: assessment in community colleges, retention theory, and online programs. This book will be of interest to practitioners and classroom professionals alike.
Local Note:
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, Michigan : ProQuest Ebook Central, 2017. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest Ebook Central affiliated libraries.
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