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ERIC Number: EJ532998
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1996
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ISSN: ISSN-1067-1803
The Coming Challenge: Are Community Colleges Ready for the New Wave of Contextual Learners?
Hull, Dan; Souders, John C., Jr.
Community College Journal, v67 n2 p15-17 Oct-Nov 1996
Defines contextual learning, or presenting new information to students in familiar contexts. Argues that community colleges must be ready for an anticipated increase in contextual learners due to its use in tech prep programs. Describes elements of contextual learning, its application in the classroom, and ways that colleges can prepare for contextual learners. (AJL)
Descriptors: Associative Learning, Change Strategies, College Role, Community Colleges, Curriculum Development, Learning Processes, Learning Strategies, Learning Theories, Relevance (Education), Teaching Methods, Tech Prep, Two Year Colleges
Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Contextual Learning