Community Colleges

A Reference Handbook

David Levinson

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ABC-CLIO
25 March 2005

Colleges of further education

Series: Contemporary Education Issues

The only overview of research on the uniquely American community college system, which is increasingly becoming the site of entry for students seeking a higher education.

This new volume shows why America's community colleges increasingly find themselves at the epicenter of social conflict, surrounded by unresolved questions such as: In a country based on the notion of equal opportunity, shouldn't all high school graduates have access to higher education? Are access and excellence really compatible? What is the real work of community colleges? Is it to provide transfer programs for students going on to baccalaureate colleges or training workers for careers in business and industry?

In this comprehensive guide, readers will find not only a solid grounding in the latest research on these difficult questions but also a thoughtful analysis of the social forces that gave rise to American community colleges and still shape them today.

By: David Levinson
Imprint: ABC-CLIO
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: Annotated edition
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 17mm
Weight: 542g
ISBN: 9781576077665
ISBN 10: 1576077667
Series: Contemporary Education Issues
Pages: 255
Publication Date: 25 March 2005
Recommended Age: From 7 to 17 years
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational , A / AS level , Further / Higher Education
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

David L. Levinson is president of Norwalk Community College in Norwalk, CT.

Reviews for Community Colleges: A Reference Handbook

<p> With its high proportion of current references, up-to-date directory listings, and clearly written analyses of the history and issues, Community Colleges appears to have succeeded very well in its aim to provide an introduction to, and analysis of, its topic as well as a guide to further research. - <p>American Reference Books Annual