Community Colleges: A Reference Handbook (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781576077665)

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.

Author: David L. Levinson
ISBN-10: 1576077667
ISBN-13: 9781576077665
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
Language: English
Published: 03/25/2005
Pages: 280
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.15lbs
Size: 9.24h x 6.30w x 1.00d

Review Citation(s):
Booklist 08/01/2002 pg. 1992
American Reference Bks Annual 01/01/2006 pg. 139
Rec Ref Bks for Small/Med Libr 01/01/2006 pg. 63