Faculty and First–Generation College Students: Bridging the Classroom Gap Together

New Directions for Teaching and Learning, Number 127

Vickie L Harvey editor Teresa Heinz Housel editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:John Wiley & Sons Inc

Published:11th Oct '11

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Faculty and First–Generation College Students: Bridging the Classroom Gap Together cover

Gain a greater understanding of the academic, cultural, and social experiences of first-generation college students (FGS). Fascinating, heart-touching, and important, the research and the stories presented here enlighten what FGS often have to overcome to successfully complete their degrees. With an emphasis on improving FGS' college success, retention, and graduation rates, this volume first covers common obstacles and the trend of FGS continuing on for graduate degrees. Section Two discusses the complex interplay of social, academic, emotional, and financial influences on academic performance. The chapters collectively affirm that the commitment of university resources is critical to college success. This is the 127th volume of the Jossey-Bass higher education quarterly report New Directions for Teaching and Learning, which offers a comprehensive range of ideas and techniques for improving college teaching based on the experience of seasoned instructors and the latest findings of educational and psychological researchers.

ISBN: 9781118142141

Dimensions: 231mm x 166mm x 7mm

Weight: 318g

128 pages