First Year Seminars Produce Long-Term Impact.

Schnell, Carolyn A.; Doetkott, Curt D.

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ERIC Number: EJ671699

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 2003

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First Year Seminars Produce Long-Term Impact.

Schnell, Carolyn A.; Doetkott, Curt D.

Journal of College Student Retention, v4 n4 p377-91 2002-2003

Students enrolled in a first-year seminar were paired with a matched comparison group, and retention of the 1,853 students in the two groups was compared over a period of 4 years. Results indicated significantly greater retention over a period of 4 years for students enrolled in the seminar. (EV)

Descriptors: Academic Persistence, College Students, Comparative Analysis, First Year Seminars, Higher Education, Longitudinal Studies, Program Effectiveness

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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What Works Clearinghouse Reviewed: Meets Evidence Standards without Reservations

WWC Study Page: http://ies.ed.gov/ncee/wwc/study/83950

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