Publications providing research information on children and out-of-school time. Includes suggestions for increasing the quality and effectiveness of after school programs, evaluations of various out-of-school programs, the benefits of extracurricular activities within these programs, and more.
Topic: Out-of-school Time
After School Programs: After School Activities, Benefits of Extracurricular Activities
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These websites provide a wealth of information on children and their out-of-school time. Research, fact sheets and articles cover the benefits of extracurricular activities, describe various after school programs, and answer the question ‘How effective are after school programs?’
Provides various information on after school programs and the role of these programs in the lives of children today. Discusses the effectiveness of after school programs, benefits of extracurricular activities, and the range of programs available. Also covers programs for low-income children, the challenges facing after school programs, and more.
The American Psychological Association’s Journal Monitor offers two research-based articles about out-of-school time titled, “What Makes a Good After School Program?” and “Different Kids Need Different Kinds of Programs.” Answers questions such as ‘How effective are after school programs?’
Topics
in Education / Learning
- ACT/SAT
- After School Care
- Bilingual Education
- Bullies
- Charter Schools
- Child Care/preschool
- Gifted Children
- Home Schooling
- Learning Disabilities
- Literacy/reading
- Mentoring
- Multicultural Education
- Music
- Out-of-school Time
- Parent Involvement
- Parents' Rights
- Physical Disabilities
- Preschool Curriculum
- School Psychology
- School Readiness
- School Violence
- Sensory Integration
- Special Education
- Testing
- Testing/nclb