Video: Webinar Explores How Students Choose a Program of Study
How certain are students about their program of study and potential career path when they start college? What factors influence their choices, and how do their decisions change over time? A November 19 webinar explored these questions and shared findings from a longitudinal study on students’ program and career choices.
Hearing From Learners: Student Reflections on Self-Directed Learning Strategies
Three students enrolled in courses that piloted the Postsecondary Teaching with Technology Collaborative’s Instructional Model share their experiences using evidence-backed strategies to foster and reinforce learning skills.
Understanding Why First Generation Students Stop Out of College
Studies show that first-generation college students are even more likely to stop out of college than students generally. What motivates first-generation students to stop out before completing a credential? New findings from a CCRC study examining the support networks of first generation students shed light on the question.
Finding Hope in Climate Work: The California Community College Climate Summit
The Community College Climate Summit, cohosted by the Chancellor’s office and the Foundation for California Community Colleges, convened community college and climate leaders to discuss workforce development, curriculum integration, community engagement, and campus sustainability. Read about key takeaways in this blog post.
How Do States Fund Community College Dual Enrollment?
To facilitate comparisons across states, this blog post shows how community colleges fund dual enrollment by state, including how much funding is set aside for dual enrollment, whether a state uses formula funding or grants, and how funding flows through K-12 systems.