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Peer reviewedBaumgart, Neil L.; Johnstone, James N. – Journal of Higher Education, 1977
If administrators are to reduce the rate of discontinuation by changing their selection, teaching, guidance, and support facilities, they must be guided by proper data. This study reports such data based on an investigation at Macquarie University. (Editor/LBH)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Data Analysis, Dropout Prevention, Dropout Research
Download full textClark, E. Eugene – Australian Universities' Review, 1989
Recent studies in South Australia and Western Australia have shown that approximately one-third of all students fail to graduate, with the largest dropout occurring by the end of the first year of higher education. Research on student retention is discussed and steps to improve retention are suggested. (MLW)
Descriptors: Academic Advising, Academic Persistence, Access to Education, Dropout Prevention
Sharma, Raj; Burgess, Zena – Journal of Tertiary Educational Administration, 1994
A study of 377 students in an Australian technological institution of higher education investigated the personal, demographic, institutional, and environmental factors associated with dropping out before program completion. Based on the findings, recommendations are made for program adjustments and improved services to accommodate student needs…
Descriptors: Case Studies, College Environment, College Students, Colleges
