TY - BOOK AU - Gabriel,Kathleen F. TI - Teaching unprepared students: strategies for promoting success and retention in higher education SN - 9781579222291 (cloth : alk. paper) AV - LB2331.2 .G33 2008 U1 - 378.1/25 22 PY - 2008/// CY - Sterling, Va. PB - Stylus Pub. KW - Developmental studies programs KW - Underprepared college students KW - College dropouts KW - Prevention N1 - Includes bibliographical references (p. 135-140) and index; Unprepared and at-risk college students : myth or reality? -- Philosophical foundations : yes, they can! -- The first week of class : sharing a mission for success -- Begin with consistent contact : attendance that matters -- Learning styles and the science of learning : tapping brain power -- Embracing learner-centered education : engaging students -- Interweaving assessment and teaching : any questions? -- Techniques for promoting academic integrity and discouraging cheating : playing by the rules -- Epilogue: Final thoughts : promoting a richer campus environment UR - http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/fy0903/2007048785.html ER -