{"product_id":"from-educational-experiment-to-standard-bearer-university-101-at-the-university-of-south-carolina-9781643363653","title":"From Educational Experiment to Standard Bearer: University 101 at the University of South Carolina","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eUniversity 101 was designed to support students' transition to and success in college. It has received national recognition and is an inspiration and road map for other institutions to invest in. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 272 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 29 November 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: University of South Carolina Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe University of South Carolina has taken a groundbreaking approach to the first-year experience, with its innovative program University 101. Designed as an educational experiment, the program aims to support students in their transition to and success in college. Over the past fifty years, University 101 has garnered national recognition and has continued to be a valuable asset to the university.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo commemorate this significant milestone, From Educational Experiment to Standard Bearer: Celebrating Fifty Years of University 101 takes a comprehensive look at the program's origins, evolution, and success at the university. It explores the impact of the program on first-year students, upper-level students serving as peer leaders, faculty and staff instructors, and the broader university community and culture. The book also sheds light on the program's role in launching the international first-year experience movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy highlighting the most significant takeaways, lessons learned, and insights for practitioners on other campuses, this book serves as an inspiration and road map for other institutions to invest in this proven concept and focus on the ingredients that lead to a successful program. John N. Gardner, the founding director and architect of University 101, provides a foreword to the book.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn conclusion, the University of South Carolina's University 101 program has been a trailblazer in the field of first-year education. Its innovative approach, focus on student support, and commitment to excellence have contributed to its success and have had a lasting impact on the university and the broader educational community. By examining the program's origins, evolution, and impact, this book provides valuable insights and lessons for other institutions seeking to enhance their first-year experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 229 x 152 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781643363653\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John N. Gardner","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44096576454906,"sku":"9781643363653","price":87.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1673009040782_book.jpg?v=1673021942","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/from-educational-experiment-to-standard-bearer-university-101-at-the-university-of-south-carolina-9781643363653","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}