Extracurricular Activities
DEFFINITION
Activities and programs sponsored by the school outside regular school hours.
DATA
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9 Meta Analysis reviews
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180 Research studies
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233,000 Students in research
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3 Confidence level. link
Teacher Practical Guidance:
Extracurricular Activities
Category: External
Rank Order
80
Effect Size
0.13
Achievement Gain %
5
How-To Strategies
How-To Resources
References
Lauer, Akiba, Wilkerson, Apthorp, Snow, & Martin-Glenn (2006). Out-of-school-time programs: A meta-analysis of effects for at-risk students. Review of Educational Research.
Marshall. (1997). Is there an Academic Benefit to Participating in Extracurricular Activities? A Systemic Review and Meta-analysis. Dissertation.
Shulruf (2010). Do extra-curricular activities in schools improve educational outcomes? A critical review and meta-analysis of the literature. International Review of Education.