Increased Learning Time
Explore resources designed to help educators provide access to programs that effectively increase learning time. 
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Explore the subtopics below to learn more about the recommended practices:
To learn more about the research underlying these practices, view the IES Practice Guide, Structuring Out-of-School Time to Improve Academic Achievement.
Outcome Checklist
Increased Learning Time > Evaluate Program > Overview & Tools
This is a checklist to guide school and district leaders as they conduct evaluations of out-of-school programs and expanded learning time schools.
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An Organizer for Conducting a Meeting to Share Evaluation Findings
Increased Learning Time > Evaluate Program > Overview & Tools
School principals and district administrators can use this tool to plan a meeting with stakeholders to share evaluation findings and develop recommendations based on findings.
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Utilizing Evaluation Findings: A Planner
Increased Learning Time > Evaluate Program > Overview & Tools
Use this action planning worksheet for acting upon evaluation findings to improve program quality.
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Increased Learning Time Planning Template #4
Increased Learning Time > Overview & Tools
School, district, and state staff who work with community-based and nonprofit organizations that provide out-of-school academic programs will find ideas for actions to facilitate program design,...
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Planning Template
Increased Learning Time Planning Template #3
Increased Learning Time > Overview & Tools
This comprehensive planning template aims to help technical assistance providers work with administrators, educators, and decisionmakers. This template can help state-level personnel ensure...
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Planning Template
Increased Learning Time Planning Template #2
Increased Learning Time > Overview & Tools
This template aims to help technical assistance providers and district-level personnel identify actions and policies and establish a coordinated and coherent districtwide plan to design, select,...
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Planning Template
Increased Learning Time Planning Template #1
Increased Learning Time > Overview & Tools
This template was designed to help technical assistance and professional development providers work with schools. The results of this school-level assessment can help school personnel identify...
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Planning Template
