Academic Self-Efficacy: Highlighting the First-Generation Student.

Hellman, Chan; Harbeck, Dave

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ERIC Number: EJ552715

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Publication Date: 1997

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Academic Self-Efficacy: Highlighting the First-Generation Student.

Hellman, Chan; Harbeck, Dave

Journal of Applied Research in the Community College, v4 n2 p165-69 Spr 1997

Reports on a survey that found students who are first in their immediate families to attend college have lower self-images of their academic ability than those who come from families with college experience. Suggests intervention strategies such as workshops, new student orientations, and mentoring programs. Includes 1 data table and 12 references. (JDI)

Descriptors: Academic Ability, Community Colleges, Family Characteristics, First Generation College Students, Self Concept, Self Efficacy, Student Attitudes, Student Characteristics, Student Surveys, Two Year Colleges

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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