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Direct linkMuljana, Pauline Salim; Luo, Tian – Journal of Information Technology Education: Research, 2019
Aim/Purpose: This systematic literature review investigates the underlying factors that influence the gap between the popularity of online learning and its completion rate. The review scope within this paper includes an observation of possible causal aspects within the non-ideal completion rates in online learning environments and an…
Descriptors: School Holding Power, Academic Persistence, Electronic Learning, Online Courses
Peer reviewedRice, N. Dewaine; Darke, Elizabeth M. – College Student Affairs Journal, 2000
Examines differences in retention rates and college grade point average of academic scholarship and leadership scholarship students. Results indicate no significant difference in college grade point average, however leadership scholars achieved higher retention rates. Results suggest that predictors of college involvement may be indirect…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Admission (School), College Students, Grade Point Average
Peer reviewedMcNairy, Francine G. – New Directions for Student Services, 1996
Examines challenges in retaining students of color and the urge by some reformers to "fix the student" rather than focusing on institutional change. Argues that institutional commitment to retention entails a willingness to revise policies, power relationships, curriculum, support services, campus climate, and environment. Offers recommendations…
Descriptors: Academic Persistence, College Environment, College Students, Higher Education
Peer reviewedRobinson, L. F.; And Others – College Student Affairs Journal, 1996
Examines the perceptions of presidents, directors of retention, and directors of minority student affairs regarding the importance of 18 functions listed in a standards manual for minority student programs. Assesses the past, current, and future importance of offices of minority student affairs in improving retention rates, as perceived by these…
Descriptors: Academic Persistence, Administrator Attitudes, College Administration, College Students
Pinkston, Ria R. – 1987
The needs of adult college students (25 years old or older) and support services that could promote achievement and retention of these nontraditional students are considered, based on the literature on current research. Of concern are students enrolled in credit courses at two-year or four-year institutions. Attention is directed to four kinds of…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Persistence, Adult Students, Ancillary School Services
Roark, Mary L. – 1983
Part-time campus employment benefits the student, not only financially, but by helping to clarify career goals, and by providing an opportunity to apply classroom learning to work settings. Students gain a sense of themselves as workers, coming to know their skills, interests and limitations. Job placement prospects, whether for temporary or…
Descriptors: College Environment, College Role, College Students, Employment Programs
