
Two-year study finds ³ÉÈ˿첥 is effective | Child Trends
In 2016, ³ÉÈ˿첥 launched a two-year research partnership with Child Trends, a leading national nonprofit research organization focused on improving the lives and prospects of children, youth, and their families. This study built upon findings from ³ÉÈ˿첥’ two rigorous impact studies, including deeper exploration of the characteristics and experiences of ³ÉÈ˿첥’ volunteer tutors, and a first look at social-emotional learning outcomes for our students. The study, which included all four ³ÉÈ˿첥 regions in California, concluded in the fall of 2018.
Key findings include:
- ³ÉÈ˿첥 was successful in recruiting and engaging students who needed reading support.
- Students who participated in ³ÉÈ˿첥 improved in their reading and social-emotional learning skills.
- Volunteers upheld program fidelity and engaged in positive, supportive relationships with students.
- ³ÉÈ˿첥 AmeriCorps members gained essential professional skills compared to national AmeriCorps alumni.
Additional information about the study findings can be accessed below.
Detailed briefs:
Social emotional learning outcomes: