Strategies for Postsecondary Students in Developmental Education

Strategies for Postsecondary Students in Developmental Education

This practice guide, published by the Institute of Education Sciences and What Works Clearinghouse, presents six evidence-based recommendations for college and university faculty, administrators, and advisors working to improve the success of students academically underprepared for college. Each recommendation includes:

  • an overview of the practice,
  • a summary of evidence used in support of the evidence rating,
  • guidance on how to carry out the recommendation,
  • suggested approaches to overcome potential roadblocks, and
  • an implementation checklist as guidance for getting started with implementing the recommendation.