Increased Learning Time
Explore resources designed to help educators provide access to programs that effectively increase learning time. 
- View a visual diagram of all six practices
- Watch a topic overview and download planning templates
- Listen to an expert
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.
Coaching for Capacity Building
Increased Learning Time > Organize Instruction > See How It Works
Watch an interview with an Instructional Reform Facilitator and literacy coach who provides literacy coaching to after-school instructors. To see an example of a professional development workshop,...
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School Example
Encouraging Participation Through Communication
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Parents describe communications with school staff about an after-school program. Having a point of contact during school and after-school hours increased their buy-in and participation in the...
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School Example
Expanded Learning Time Site Coordinator: Two Sample Job Descriptions
Increased Learning Time > Structure Time > See How It Works
Explore these two site coordinator job descriptions to understand the position's responsibilities in planning, organizing, and conducting activities that enable a longer school day or school year....
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Sample Material
Annual Evaluation by Site Director and Staff
Increased Learning Time > Evaluate Program > See How It Works
This form gathers data on program effectiveness and satisfaction levels of teachers, students, and parents. Program effectiveness is measured according to specified program goals, such as raising...
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Sample Material
Akron After-School Program Parent Survey Results
Increased Learning Time > Evaluate Program > See How It Works
This presentation describes the results of a parent survey that addresses parent considerations, perceived impact on their children, and suggestions for after-school program improvement. View...
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Sample Material
Site Visit Report Template
Increased Learning Time > Evaluate Program > See How It Works
This report template identifies the information components typically collected by The After-School Corporation during routine site visits to expanded learning time schools. View the related media,...
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Sample Material
Monthly Site Report
Increased Learning Time > Organize Instruction > See How It Works
See how one program structures its reporting activities. On a monthly basis, the program reports information on activities, interventions, and events that took place during that month. Components...
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Sample Material
Attendance Record Forms
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This form is used to collect student attendance data. If the student is chronically absent, the form provides space to plan for intervention. The school provides incentives for program participants...
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