This timely book demonstrates why there needs to be a more thoughtful and collaborative effort on the part of K–12 schools, as well as institutions of higher education, to provide better college access to students from low-income communities. Building on a 10-year case study of a successful school-university partnership, the authors examine the supports, mentoring, and resources needed to transform the college opportunities and life chances for under-represented urban youth. Featuring first-hand accounts from student participants, the book documents how the model provided college access to some of the most selective and prestigious universities across the nation. Because this partnership situates college access within a social justice framework, it is one of the more unique programs in the country.
Book Features:
| ISBN: | 9780807757659 |
| Publication date: | 30th May 2016 |
| Author: | Tyrone C Howard |
| Publisher: | Teachers College Press |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 192 pages |
| Genres: |
Higher education, tertiary education |