This research brief examines three “early momentum metrics” that can predict long-term student success in college: credit momentum, gateway momentum, and program momentum. You should use these metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of your guided pathways reforms and focus your efforts on creating strong foundations for student success from the very beginning of their college…
This brief from the Education Commission of the States is designed for policymakers and institutional leaders. It overviews states and systems adopting multiple measures for course placement, guiding evidence-based decision-making to improve student outcomes.
This report and toolkit designed for community college leaders and policymakers, examines the gap between student expectations and outcomes for underprepared students, providing critical insights to inform targeted support strategies.
This resource provides a structured framework to evaluate the impact of guided pathways initiatives on students’ experiences across critical stages of their educational journey. It offers a series of research questions organized around four key stages of the Lost/Momentum Framework to help you gather both quantitative and qualitative data on key indicators like application completion…
This study examines how multitiered leadership and a unified vision can propel transformative change in broad-access colleges. It offers practical insights for campus leaders looking to integrate technology-mediated reforms.
Created by the Center for Community College Student Engagement, this report provides national data on student and faculty perceptions of guided pathways. Use it to evaluate progress, engage faculty, and guide strategic planning, improving student experiences and fostering discussions for successful pathways reform.
This report for policymakers and educational leaders refines student placement strategies. It examines three states’ approaches, offering insights to guide best practices in applying multiple measures.