How Relationships Support and Inform the Transition to Community College
Drawing on interviews with 96 first-year community college students, this journal article compares the roles of students’ on- and off-campus relationships in providing information and support.
Re-Envisioning College Readiness Reforms
Using Florida as a case study, this Change Magazine article describes the complexities of implementing effective college readiness reforms and offers insights for policymakers looking to improve student success.
Math Transition Courses in Context: Preparing Students for College Success
Based on interviews with stakeholders in 11 states and other data, this brief describes the design, implementation, and effectiveness of math transition courses and identifies major trends in course development.
High School-to-College Transition Courses: A Typology of Design Choices
High schools across the country are implementing transition curricula to boost college readiness. This short publication offers an overview of course design options for educators thinking about implementing transition courses.
English Transition Courses in Context: Preparing Students for College Success
Based on interviews and other data, this brief describes key elements of English transition curricula in seven states and highlights ways this type of intervention may help prepare students for college.