Teaching unprepared students : strategies for promoting success and retention in higher education / Kathleen F. Gabriel ; foreword by Sandra M. Flake.

Author/creator Gabriel, Kathleen F.
Format Book
Edition1st ed.
Publication InfoSterling, Va. : Stylus Pub., 2008.
Descriptionxiii, 145 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Subjects
Developmental studies programs.
Underprepared college students.
College dropouts--Prevention.

Contents Unprepared and at-risk college students : myth or reality? -- Philosophical foundations : yes, they can! -- The first week of class : sharing a mission for success -- Begin with consistent contact : attendance that matters -- Learning styles and the science of learning : tapping brain power -- Embracing learner-centered education : engaging students -- Interweaving assessment and teaching : any questions? -- Techniques for promoting academic integrity and discouraging cheating : playing by the rules -- Epilogue: Final thoughts : promoting a richer campus environment .
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 135-140) and index.
LCCN 2007048785
ISBN9781579222291 (cloth : alk. paper)
ISBN1579222293 (cloth : alk. paper)
ISBN9781579222307 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN1579222307 (pbk. : alk. paper)

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Joyner General Stacks LB2331.2 .G33 2008 ✔ Available Place Hold
Joyner General Stacks LB2331.2 .G33 2008 ✔ Available Place Hold