The Influence of Institutional Selectivity on Cognitive Gains in College: Differences by Race

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Abstract

This study considers the influence of institutional selectivity on three cognitive outcomes: students’ academic motivation, students’ desire to engage in cognitive activities, and holding positive attitudes toward reading and literacy activities. Additionally, this study considers whether race/ethnicity moderates the relationship between institutional selectivity and these outcomes.

Authors

• Teniell L. Trolian, University of Iowa

• Eugene T. Parker, The University of Kansas

• Carson Phillips, The University of Iowa