Examines different types of learning models that are regarded as possible solutions to address rising costs and growth in non-traditional students enrolling in higher education. These innovations include competency-based education, prior learning assessments, and massive open online coursework (MOOCs). This report also presents strategies to break down barriers that may stifle the integration of such practices.
Provides an overview of the role of alcohol and other drug prevention coordinators on campuses. Describes the need for prevention coordinators to approach situations with the right balance of accurate information, clear strategy, and openness for collaboration with others.
Presents a ten step process that enhances practitioners' prevention skills and empowers them to plan, implement, and evaluate high quality alcohol and other drug prevention programs. Includes guidance on why and how to conduct needs assessments, strategies for sustainability, and a checklist for accountability. .
Describes the planning and evaluation process for organizing campus-based programs and policies that address alcohol and other drug abuse and violence and provides an overview of the elements and purposes of sound planning, consistent with the U.S. Department of Education's principles of effectiveness for prevention programs.
Compiles several targeted violence resources, including research studies, guides, training information, and websites, to help school administrators in their efforts to ensure the safety and well being of their campuses.
Education experts and policymakers join this episode of The Enduring Gap to talk about what can be done to close San Antonio's Latino college gap and what the rest of the country can learn from it.
Contains a compilation of several Higher Education related articles regarding student safety during celebrations and alcohol and other drug prevention and challenges. The articles highlight relevant research, policies and practices used in colleges throughout the country, and recommendations for better ways to address safety issues on campuses.
Presents a compilation of articles related to violence prevention on college campuses. Issues discussed include sexual assault, hazing, celebratory rioting, and violence perpetrated by those under the influence of alcohol and drugs. The articles provide an overview of each issue and recommendations on strategies for violence prevention.
Presents a compilation of articles related to violence prevention initiatives and programs on college campuses. Topics discussed include: highlights of model programs across the country promoting effective campus-based prevention, innovative coalitions addressing sexual assault and dating violence, and case studies featuring the University of Georgia and college campuses in Massachusetts.