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Smoothing the Path for Transfer: Implementing Interstate Passport at Community Colleges

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Title: Smoothing the Path for Transfer: Implementing Interstate Passport at Community Colleges
Language: English
Authors: McKay, Heather A., Edwards, Renée, Douglas, Daniel
Source: New Directions for Community Colleges. Spr 2022 (197):71-80.
Availability: Wiley. Available from: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030. Tel: 800-835-6770; e-mail: cs-journals@wiley.com; Web site: https://www.wiley.com/en-us
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 10
Publication Date: 2022
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Two Year Colleges
Descriptors: Community Colleges, Two Year College Students, Interstate Programs, College Transfer Students, Barriers, Rural Schools, Program Effectiveness
DOI: 10.1002/cc.20498
ISSN: 0194-3081
Abstract: This article examines how states and community colleges can streamline the transfer process through an innovative national program known as Interstate Passport. The program enables block transfer of lower-division general education attainment based on a set of learning outcomes rather than on individual courses and credits. The article shows how common transfer is for students in community colleges. It also outlines the challenges students face when they transfer including credit loss and the negative consequences including loss of time and money. These challenges are often exacerbated when students move between states. The article also presents an implementation case study of Interstate Passport at a rural community college and the implications of this program for the community college and its students. Finally, the article provides thoughts and recommendations for community college leaders on transfer policy and practice.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2021
Accession Number: EJ1319708
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:This article examines how states and community colleges can streamline the transfer process through an innovative national program known as Interstate Passport. The program enables block transfer of lower-division general education attainment based on a set of learning outcomes rather than on individual courses and credits. The article shows how common transfer is for students in community colleges. It also outlines the challenges students face when they transfer including credit loss and the negative consequences including loss of time and money. These challenges are often exacerbated when students move between states. The article also presents an implementation case study of Interstate Passport at a rural community college and the implications of this program for the community college and its students. Finally, the article provides thoughts and recommendations for community college leaders on transfer policy and practice.
ISSN:0194-3081
DOI:10.1002/cc.20498