What Matters in College: Four Critical Years Revisited

by Alexander W. Astin

From the author of Four Critical Years--a book the Journal of Higher Education called the most cited work in higher education literature--What Matters in College? presents the definitive study of how students change and develop in college and how colleges can enhance that development. Based on a study of more than 20,000 students, 25,000 faculty members, and 200 institutions, the book shows how academic programs, faculty, student peer groups, and other variables affect students' college experiences.

Genres: Education, Nonfiction, Grad School

512 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1992

Reviews

[Len Lira · Rating 3 out of 5]

An old book with a theory (Theory of Involvement) and a model (I-E-O) that still resonates today. Great for your literature review if you are looking for theories on learning and teaching.

[Melissa Ortiz · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very interesting findings but a very dense read. Glad I forced myself through it though because it did highlight things higher education is still grappling with 20+ years later and provided a bit of insight into how to address some current dilemmas.