Di Xu

This project will explore malleable factors within postsecondary noncredit career technical education (CTE) programs that may influence students' academic and workforce outcomes. Despite the increasing role of noncredit CTE programs in workforce development, few research studies have addressed these programs, and very little is known about how to effectively support students enrolled in short-term CTE programs. Building on a long-standing partnership with the Virginia Community College Syste...

In this project, the researchers will explore possible connections among faculty participation in professional development (PD) that targets online instruction, improved delivery of online instruction, and improved community college student outcomes. As more postsecondary instruction moves online or incorporates online elements, faculty need to learn how to deliver content and support students in new ways. This has led many institutions and faculty to seek out professional development (PD). ...