Building Effective Afterschool Programs

Foreword by Robert E. SlavinRaise the caliber of your after-school program with these exemplary models and get outstanding results!Through a comprehensive review of various after-school programs across the United States respected authority on program effectiveness Olatokunbo Fashola sheds new light on what works during nonschool hours to increase academic achievement. This unique resource provides a practical overview of the research and best practices that can be easily adapted and applied in the development of highly effective after-school programs. Special features include:Exploration of critical factors necessary for program success A step-by-step overview of how to create effective programs Straightforward guidance on how to evaluate program effectiveness Real-life examples that can be implemented to build after-school programs with specific goals including literacy improvement and enrichment of nonremedial skills