Students were split between early entry into a program of study and exploring options, and most wished for more structured exploration opportunities¶
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q2 i? Participants acknowledged the value of entering a program of study early but also valued exploring options, and most wished their college had provided more structured exploration opportunities. → Nodine 2012
Evidence¶
Nodine 2012¶
Nodine, T., Jaeger, L., Venezia, A., and Bracco, K. R., with research support from Public Agenda. (2012). Connection by Design: Students' Perceptions of Their Community College Experiences. San Francisco, CA: WestEd. https://eric.ed.gov/?id=ED541651
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Across the three student types, most participants had enrolled without clear education or career goals. The report states "Participants were split in their perspectives about the tension between exploring options and having more structure." Many said with hindsight they wished they had entered with more-focused goals, while others said students need time to explore education and career areas.
"Participants were split in their perspectives about the tension between exploring options and having more structure."
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Related Claims¶
- Individuals involved in technology exposure and exploration programs are more likely to pursue or enroll in technology-related education and training — a broader claim this one bears on
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Students were split between early entry into a program of study and exploring options, and most wished for more structured exploration opportunities |
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Students were split between early entry into a program of study and exploring options, and most wished for more structured exploration opportunities |
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