In-District After-School Tutoring Program
About the Intervention
In-District After-School Tutoring Program is an after-school academic intervention for eighth grade students who scored in the near-passing range (180-199) on seventh grade standardized tests in language arts or mathematics. The program provides small-group tutoring (4:1 student-teacher ratio) delivered by district teachers who are familiar with students and curriculum. Students attend tutoring sessions two afternoons per week for 90 minutes each day, from October through March, for a total of 48 hours. Tutors use test preparation materials (Preparing for the New Jersey GEPA booklets) and Standard Solutions test-taking strategies. District teachers serving as tutors attend four meetings during the program and provide weekly progress reports to classroom teachers. Students receive rewards including pizza parties and bowling parties for perfect attendance.
Statistical Findings
Positive effect on language arts scores
Positive effect on math scores
More Intervention Details
Focus Areas
Economically DisadvantagedPrograms & Services
Remedial Education, Title IDelivery Methods
Face-to-FaceDisability Support
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Student(s)Source
Mary, H. & Terri, R. (2011). Do School-Based Tutoring Programs Significantly Improve Student Performance on Standardized Tests? (EJ925246). ERIC. https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/EJ925246.pdf.
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