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Murchison, Lizzie; Brohawn, Katie; Fanscali, Cheri; Beesley, Andrea D.; Stafford, Erin – Afterschool Matters, 2019
Funders and policymakers are increasingly recognizing the afterschool field for its vital role in supporting the social and emotional growth and academic achievement of school-age youth. Although this recognition is welcome, it often comes with increased expectations for high-quality research demonstrating the value of programming. To satisfy…
Descriptors: After School Programs, Educational Research, Barriers, Program Evaluation
Moore, Niamh – National Academy for Integration of Research, Teaching and Learning (NJ1), 2009
In an increasingly competitive economy, the capacity for self-motivation, problem-solving skills and an ability to think critically are core graduate attributes. However, the capacity to create an educational environment that develops and harnesses such skills is a distinct challenge as resources become increasingly restricted. Geographical Skills…
Descriptors: Educational Environment, Quality Control, Experiential Learning, Teaching Methods
Wolverton, Mimi – 1995
A modified version of gap analysis, an assessment tool used in professional service industries, was tested for its applicability in higher education. The model helps researchers discern the existence of gaps in organizational communication that influence stakeholder expectations and perceptions of quality. An exploratory study was undertaken…
Descriptors: Administrator Attitudes, Educational Administration, Educational Quality, Evaluation Methods
Marfo, Kofi; And Others – 1988
A study of Newfoundland's and Labrador's Direct Home Services Program (DHSP) for families of developmentally delayed infants and preschool-age children evaluated current efforts and obtained data for use in the development of strategies for future interventions. The study had six purposes: (1) to examine parents' early experiences pertaining to…
Descriptors: Early Intervention, Expectation, Foreign Countries, Home Programs
Alving, MaryLouise – Equity and Choice, 1993
Provides guidelines for replicating promising parent-involvement programs from research in schools. Setting goals and choosing programs carefully to match these goals are vital in assuring that programs live up to expectations. Successful programs are comprehensive, collaborative, and adaptable; have ongoing training and technical assistance; and…
Descriptors: Educational Cooperation, Educational Objectives, Educational Planning, Educational Practices
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Rapert, Molly Inhofe; Smith, Scott; Velliquette, Anne; Garretson, Judith A. – Journal of Education for Business, 2004
In this study, the authors combined qualitative and quantitative methods to explore the meaning of quality in students' selection and evaluation of an MBA program. Results of the study indicate that students adopt a holistic approach, placing importance on a wide variety of issues that extend beyond the classroom learning setting. The study…
Descriptors: Research Methodology, Educational Quality, Masters Programs, Graduate Students