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ERIC Number: EJ752529
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2004
Pages: 3
Abstractor: Author
Reference Count: 4
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-0047-231X
How Do You Measure Success? Academic Wholism Bridges the Gap between High School and College
Giuliano, Barbara A.; Sullivan, Judith L.
Journal of College Science Teaching, v34 n3 p41-43 Nov-Dec 2004
We conducted a research case study to ascertain the effect of a bridge program on fostering self-growth and academic readiness for college. Academic wholism provided the vehicle to promote self-awareness, self-motivation, and academic maturity. The rippling effect of this program extended beyond academics to the personal level. (Contains 2 figures.)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Qualitative Research, Case Studies, Questionnaires, Summer Programs, Learning Readiness, College Preparation, Student Attitudes, Student Motivation, Interdisciplinary Approach, Holistic Approach, Transitional Programs, Self Concept, Affective Behavior
National Science Teachers Association. 1840 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201-3000. Tel: 800-722-6782; Fax: 703-243-3924; e-mail: membership@nsta.org; Web site: http://www.nsta.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: High Schools; Higher Education
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: N/A
Authoring Institution: N/A
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