The Mixed Methods Blog

Perspectives from our researchers, highlights from recent studies, and other news about CCRC

Understanding the Strengths and Challenges Facing Rural Community Colleges

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This blog post describes key takeaways from our guided pathways summer institute for rural colleges, including suggestions for reframing the barriers many colleges face as assets. 

Inside CCRC: Annie Zavitz and the Value of Guided Pathways

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In this Q&A, find out more about Annie Zavitz, her internship experience, and her newfound appreciation for guided pathways.

CCRC’s Summer Institute on Guided Pathways Helps Rural Colleges Accelerate Reform

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The program, which was designed specifically for rural colleges, focused on using data to overcome common challenges.

Ask-Connect-Inspire-Plan: How to Reimagine Onboarding into a Program of Study

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To help more students gain early momentum, community colleges need to update onboarding to focus on helping students enter a program of study aligned with their interests, strengths, and aspirations.

Stronger Together: Strengthening Humanities Pathways in Michigan

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This blog post describes how faculty engagement and a spirit of collaboration have supported Michigan's guided pathways work, including a project with CCRC focused on humanities programs.