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Author: Benjamin L. Castleman (University of Virginia, USA) ,
Saul Schwartz (Carleton College, Canada) ,
Sandy Baum (George Washington University, USA)
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint: Routledge
Dimensions:
Width: 15.20cm
, Height: 1.50cm
, Length: 22.90cm
Weight: 0.408kg
ISBN: 9781138784970
ISBN 10: 1138784974
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 10 April 2015
Audience:
College/higher education
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Professional and scholarly
,
Tertiary & Higher Education
,
Professional & Vocational
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
Using clear explanations and numerous examples, the authors present an array of innovative practices shown to improve the educational outcomes for students. Drawing from research in multiple fields, the authors provide a nuanced picture of the challenges students face when making college decisions to help us understand not only why these barriers are so formidable, but also very real ways to overcome them. This book is a great resource for anyone working to support college access and success in this complex world. --Dr. Bridget Terry Long, Saris Professor of Education and Economics, Harvard Graduate School of Education A terrific, accessible introduction to the power of nudges in improving education. Researchers, educators, and anyone who wants to lend a hand to struggling students will find important insights in this volume. --Susan Dynarski, Professor of Economics, Education and Public Policy, University of Michigan
Using clear explanations and numerous examples, the authors present an array of innovative practices shown to improve the educational outcomes for students. Drawing from research in multiple fields, the authors provide a nuanced picture of the challenges students face when making college decisions to help us understand not only why these barriers are so formidable, but also very real ways to overcome them. This book is a great resource for anyone working to support college access and success in this complex world. --Dr. Bridget Terry Long, Saris Professor of Education and Economics, Harvard Graduate School of Education A terrific, accessible introduction to the power of nudges in improving education. Researchers, educators, and anyone who wants to lend a hand to struggling students will find important insights in this volume. --Susan Dynarski, Professor of Economics, Education and Public Policy, University of Michigan
Author Information
Benjamin L. Castleman is an Assistant Professor of Education and Public Policy at the University of Virginia, USA. Saul Schwartz is a Professor of Public Policy and Administration at Carleton University, Canada. Sandy Baum is a Research Professor of Education Policy at George Washington University and a Senior Fellow at the Urban Institute, USA.
