Making out of school time matter
Subtitle: evidence for action agenda
By: Susan Bodilly, Megan Beckett
Contributors: Beckett, Megan
Publisher: Rand Corp.
Published: 2005
Place of publication: Santa Monica, CA
Language: eng
Number of pages: 127
Subjects: After-school programs -- United States; School-age child care -- United States
Description: Presents the findings of a broad-ranging literature review intended to identify, frame, and assess relevant issues concerning effective out-of-school-time (OST) programs. Drawing on recent studies the authors identify and address the level of demand for OST services, the effectiveness of offerings, what constitutes quality in OST programs, how to encourage participation, and how to build further community capacity. They make recommendations for improving the information used in policy making.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references