Dropouts Loom Large For School By Mike Bowler

The College Divide

Often, expenses for college can drive a person to outstanding debt. Numerous students are now turning to community college to complete their initial two years of college. Students find that there are several benefits including pricing, educational flexibility, and financial aid. However, even with affordable education, there is a massive crisis in America regarding graduation completion. Current studies have found that millions of undergraduates who enroll in college end up dropping out before obtaining a degree. In fact, many students who enlist in college drop out their first year. Students often drop out because they are not interested in the classes and they are stuck taking remedial courses. When they drop out, they are left with outstanding debts and implemented with ineffectual career skills.

Often, students drop out because they lack interest in a course. Studies have found that students are disengaged in their long, tedious sessions. In an article, by Mike Bowler titled "Dropouts Loom Large for Schools," Bowler says "The National Survey of Student Engagement at Indiana University

Oftentimes, remedial courses are non-credit requirements that do not towards learning credits. The price of these remedial courses is the same as credited courses and many times institutes use these classes as a way for students to catch up on specific knowledge. However, students who take remedial courses are more likely to drop out. The traditional method of placing students in remedial classes in efforts to increase their basic skills is proven to be ineffective and choosing to revamp courses can boost retention rates (Tugend). Having to take remedial classes has proven to be a significant roadblock for students. Colleges can make it easier on students by choosing to revise structured courses. In short, revamping college courses can increase retention