The Doubters' Dilemma : Exploring Student Attrition and Retention in University Language and Culture Programs
This book explores the extent and causes of attrition and retention in university Language & Culture (L&C) programs through a detailed analysis of an institutional case study at The Australian National University (ANU). Using extensive data collected through student surveys, coupled with data mining...
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2016
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