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  • Pathways 101
        • Pathways 101

          The basics of Guided Pathways: what it is, essential practices, and resources to get you started.

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        • Make the Case for Guided Pathways
        • Success Stories + Impact
        • Support Student Success
        • History of Pathways
  • Plan
        • Plan

          Lay the groundwork for lasting, sustainable change by engaging stakeholders and connecting today’s actions to long-term student success.

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        • Essential Conditions
        • Preparation / Awareness
        • Sustainability
  • Implement
        • Implement

          Bring student-centered reforms to life and transform institutional practices to improve clarity, support, and outcomes for students, staff, and your college, partners, and region.

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        • Clarify the Paths
        • Help Students Get on a Path
        • Help Students Stay on a Path
        • Ensure Students are Learning
  • Sustain
        • Sustain

          Ensure the reforms you’ve implemented are working and still relevant for students with consistent evaluation, ongoing faculty collaboration, continuous professional development, and a deep commitment to student success.

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        • Evaluate
        • Early Outcomes
        • Scale Improvements
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  • Support
        • Support

          Find subject matter experts and state-specific resources to support you in bringing Guided Pathways to life at your institution.

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Unpacking Relationships: Instruction and Student Outcomes

This paper shows the vital role effective instruction plays in student success, what type of practices can have a positive impact and the importance of building institutional capacity to support faculty. It documents a path forward that can lead to higher postsecondary graduation rates and help students and institutions meet their academic goals.

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The Case for Mathematics Pathways

This brief from the Charles A. Dana Center examines challenges in aligning math content with students’ academic and career needs and presents promising initiatives for accelerating entry-level math coursework. It is designed for educators and institutional leaders seeking to reduce barriers to degree completion.

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Expectations Meet Reality: The Underprepared Student and Community Colleges

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.

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Implementing Guided Pathways: Tips and Tools

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.

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Guided Pathways Demystified Discussion Guide

This companion guide from the National Center for Inquiry and Improvement provides discussion questions for each section of the Guided Pathways Demystified reports. It is designed to stimulate campus conversations and support strategic planning for institutional reforms.

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Guided Pathways Demystified: Exploring Ten Commonly Asked Questions about Implementing Pathways

This report from the National Center for Inquiry and Improvement explores 10 common questions about implementing guided pathways. It is designed for higher education leaders seeking practical answers to concerns regarding institutional change and student learning outcomes.

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Seven Practices of Enlightened Leadership in Higher Education: A Case Study of Austin Peay State University

This case study of Austin Peay State University explores innovative policies and practices that drive institutional change. It outlines key leadership strategies that can inform reforms in higher education.

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  • Pathways 101
    • Make the Case for Guided Pathways
    • Success Stories + Impact
    • Support Student Success
    • History of Pathways
  • Plan
    • Essential Conditions
    • Preparation / Awareness
    • Sustainability
  • Implement
    • Clarify the Paths
    • Help Students Get on a Path
    • Help Students Stay on a Path
    • Ensure Students are Learning
  • Sustain
    • Evaluate
    • Early Outcomes
    • Scale Improvements
  • Library
  • Support
    • Guided Pathways Subject Matter Experts
    • State-Specific Resources
    • Contact Us
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