Policy Recommendations – Remedial Education

Implement and expand co-requisite and other evidence-based developmental education approaches

There is a growing body of evidence that current placement measures, including entrance exams and standardized test scores, are poor indicators of student success in college-level math and English. As a result, many students who would otherwise succeed in college-level coursework are being funneled into developmental classes – and many aren’t making it out. Implementation of evidence-based assessment measures, coupled with co-requisite support, will decrease current points of attrition.

Implement a uniform statewide process that includes multiple measures to evaluate remedial course placement.
Set a target date for statewide scale of co-requisite support.
Incentivize accelerated developmental education pathways.
Eliminate high stakes exit exams.

Offer opportunities to acquire skills proficiency prior to college matriculation to reduce the need for remediation in college

Support statewide implementation of Postsecondary Workforce Readiness Act’s transitional math pathways.
Incentivize postsecondary and high school partnerships that improve access to dual enrollment and dual credit opportunities.
Offer comprehensive support programs for students who need additional supports.