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Co-published in association with Big Picture Learning. Measuring Noncognitive Variables: Improving Admissions, Success, and Retention for Underrepresented Studentsis written for admissions professionals, counselors, faculty and advisers who admit, teach, or work with students during the admissions process and post-enrollment period. It brings together theory, research and practice related to noncognitive variables in a practical way by using assessment methods provided at no cost. Noncognitive variables have been shown to correlate with the academic success of students of all races, cultures, and backgrounds. Noncognitive variables include personal and social dimensions, adjustment, motivation, and student perceptions, rather than the traditional verbal and quantitative areas (often called cognitive) typically measured by standardized tests. Key Features include: \* Models that raise concepts related to innovation, diversity and racism in proactive ways \* Examples of admission and post-enrollment applications that show how schools and programs can use noncognitive variables in a variety of ways \* Additional examples from foundations, professional associations, and K-12 programs \

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Author

William Sedlacek; David Kalsbeek

Publisher

Stylus Publishing, LLC

Published

2017

Language

EN

ISBN

9781000981285

Category

nonfiction

Subjects

Education