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Forum: Weighing the Evidence: Considering Three Approaches that Improve Students’ Skills

This forum looks at the question of how students can master basic skills. Three approaches are highlighted--college readiness partnerships, summer bridge programs, and learning communities--, followed by a discussion of where to invest scarce college resources. 

Participants:

• Elisabeth A. Barnett, Senior Research Associate, Teachers College, Columbia University | Download the PDF
• Thomas Brock, Director, MDRC | Download the PDF
• Donna McKusick, Dean, The Community College of Baltimore County-Essex
• Christine Timmerman, Professor, Lone Star College System
  

Type: Conferences & Seminars

Location: Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Level 4, Room 407

Date & Time: 3/5/2012, 12:30:00 PM - 2:45:00 PM

Website: http://www.league.org/innovations/