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.
Strategies to Maximize Attendance in Out-of-School Programs
Increased Learning Time > Maximize Attendance > Learn What Works
Watch this expert interview to learn about attracting and retaining students in out-of-school programs. The interview provides suggestions for meeting the programming needs of parents and students,...
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Expert Interview
Adapting Instruction to Improve Student Outcomes
Increased Learning Time > Organize Instruction > Learn What Works
In this interview, Dr. Steven Ross discusses two effective, research-based instructional strategies: adapting instruction to individual students' needs and promoting student interest and engagement...
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Expert Interview
Key Considerations in Conducting Program Evaluations
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Watch this expert interview to learn about the characteristics of a sound evaluation plan, including outlining evaluation goals and determining roles and responsibilities for data collection and...
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Expert Interview
Visual Diagram: Increased Learning Time: Beyond the Regular School Day
Increased Learning Time > Overview & Tools
This diagram serves as a visual overview of practices recommended by the IES Practice Guide, Structuring Out-of-School Time to Improve Academic Achievement. District and school administrators,...
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Visual Diagram
A Family Approach
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Watch an interview with a parent coordinator about strategies to increase parent engagement. Program staff take a family approach to learning by building relationships with parents. Schools can use...
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School Example
Coaching for Capacity Building
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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
A Rewards System to Promote Attendance
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A school principal describes efforts to increase attendance in an after-school program by providing supports and incentives. Refer to the sample materials, Attendance Record Forms, Quarterly Parent...
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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
Lessons Learned From a Districtwide Evaluation
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Watch a video with an after-school program director describing the use of program data. The school district used the results to guide program improvement and design. To learn more about the data...
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School Example
A Science-Based Literacy Curriculum
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This video describes how a science-based literacy curriculum was selected for one after-school program. This curriculum aligns with the science focus of the school. Students build vocabulary and...
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School Example
Not Just More of the Same: Engaging Students in After-School Learning Opportunities
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A school principal describes a partnership with an independent nonprofit organization for providing an after-school learning program. This program combines fun classes and structured academic...
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School Example
Skill Building in a Positive Learning Environment
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Watch an intervention specialist describe planning for effective instruction in an after-school program. The curriculum in this program focuses on individualized instruction to strengthen student...
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School Example
