National Center for Developmental Education Records

Collection

Identifier: UA 5081

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The National Center for Developmental Education (NCDE) Records contain mostly correspondence and administrative files pertaining to NCDE and the Kellogg Institute, as well as several media collections including video from educational programs. The records date 1930-1998, though the bulk of the material dates 1975-1998.

Dates

1930-2009
Majority of material found within 1977 - 1983

Creator

Appalachian State University. National Center for Developmental Education (Organization)

Access Restrictions

The following accessions are restricted due to the presence of personal information: UA.2005.129, UA.2005.218, and UA.2005.241.

Historical Note

The National Center for Developmental Education (NCDE) provides instruction, training programs, research, and other services consistent with the purpose of developmental education and the missions of Appalachian State University and the Reich College of Education. These services are provided to a national audience of professionals dedicated to serving underprepared and disadvantaged college students. Additionally, the NCDE works with and helps to fund the Kellogg Institute, which is the nation's longest running advanced training program for developmental educators and learning skills specialists. The Center was established in 1976, with the Kellogg Institute following in 1980.

Extent

19.02 Linear Feet (3 records boxes, 28 boxes, 10 VHS tapes, 4 16mm reel-to-reel recordings, 2 folders)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Established in 1976, The National Center for Developmental Education (NCDE) provides instruction, training programs, research, and other services consistent with the purpose of developmental education and the missions of Appalachian State University and the Reich College of Education. The National Center for Developmental Education (NCDE) Records contain mostly correspondence and administrative files pertaining to NCDE and the Kellogg Institute, as well as several media collections including video from educational programs.