ERIC Review: Effective Elements of Developmental Reading and Writing Programs.

McCusker, Manuela

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ERIC Number: EJ597654

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1999

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ERIC Review: Effective Elements of Developmental Reading and Writing Programs.

McCusker, Manuela

Community College Review, v27 n2 p93-105 Fall 1999

Summarizes the literature on developmental reading and writing programs by discussing strategies for addressing remedial needs and obstacles to remediation. Presents the results of internal evaluations of developmental reading programs conducted at four colleges. Defines 16 strategies used by community colleges to implement effective remedial programs. Contains 23 references. (VWC)

Descriptors: Basic Writing, Community Colleges, Developmental Studies Programs, Educational Development, Educational Needs, Program Development, Program Effectiveness, Program Evaluation, Remedial Programs, Remedial Reading, Student Needs, Two Year Colleges

Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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