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Student Experiences In College Readiness Programs: A Phenomenological Study, Marisa Elva Pierce
Student Experiences In College Readiness Programs: A Phenomenological Study, Marisa Elva Pierce
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This study discusses the concept of college readiness initiatives and defines what educational systems expect from this level of readiness of a high school student. It demonstrates that the topic of college readiness is broad and particularly concerned with academic rigor, teacher preparedness, and administrative support systems. The purpose of this study is to examine an aspect of these initiatives that is not often addressed - how students experience these programs.
Attempts to research the topic of college readiness from the lens of the student yielded few studies on the issue. Consequently, seeking a grounded understanding of the meaning and …