The Program Quality category of Family Engagement is divided into the following sections. Each section provides free materials and resources to download on a range of topics and approaches to incorporating family engagement in OST programs.
- Articles & Research contains key and current research on the topic of evaluation and program assessment.
- Resources provides program materials that have been generated by the field, such as evaluation and assessment tools and procedures.
- Professional Development provides professional learning opportunities through webinars and other offerings.
- OST Field Notes provides photo essays, blogs, and other types of writing by practitioners about their experiences in evaluating their offerings for children and youth.
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