Build, Create & Innovate: Strategies for Engaging Youth Through Making
Wed, Jul 17, 2013Build, Create & Innovate: Strategies for Engaging Youth Through Making
In this webinar, we will focus on the different types of hands-on maker activities that can be integrated into afterschool curriculum; guidance for how to approach evaluation and assessment; tools and strategies for engaging youth in digital webmaking; opportunities to build program capacity through Maker Corps; and how to leverage other informal networks of support for the maker community.
WatchBuild, Create & Innovate: An Introduction to Maker Culture
Tue, May 28, 2013Build, Create & Innovate: An Introduction to Maker Culture
Designed for maker novices, the webinar introduces participants to the learning philosophy that underpins maker culture. Guest speakers share best practices for engaging youth, expected learning outcomes, and a set of resources to assist with getting started.
WatchYouth Violence Prevention Strategies in Afterschool
Thu, May 9, 2013Youth Violence Prevention Strategies in Afterschool
Providing an outlet for positive self-expression, access to caring adult mentors, and a community of supportive peers has been proven to be a winning formula for curbing aggressive behavior and empowering youth to be agents of change in their communities.This webinar highlights specific violence prevention strategies and federal funding streams for violence prevention programs.
WatchAfterschool STEM Impact Award Insights
Tue, Apr 30, 2013Afterschool STEM Impact Award Insights
As science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programming grows around the nation, the Afterschool Alliance recently announced a new national award – the Afterschool STEM Impact Awards, sponsored by the Noyce Foundation -- to help support the work of outstanding programs.
WatchAfterschool Innovators and Middle School Success
Thu, Apr 25, 2013Afterschool Innovators and Middle School Success
In conjunction with the release of the compendium, “Afterschool in Action: Innovative Afterschool Programs Supporting Middle School Youth,” this webinar features three of the 2012 Afterschool Innovators.
WatchDefining Youth Outcomes of STEM in Afterschool
Thu, Mar 21, 2013Defining Youth Outcomes of STEM in Afterschool
This webinar highlights a recent study that asked expert afterschool practitioners, funders, and state education policymakers to define appropriate and feasible outcomes for youth in afterschool STEM programs. The resulting set of outcomes and indicators of learning provide a framework afterschool programs can use that will resonate with the larger STEM education community.
WatchThe New Normal: Libraries as Partners in 21st Century Learning
Tue, Mar 12, 2013The New Normal: Libraries as Partners in 21st Century Learning
Public libraries are fast becoming hubs for 21st century learning and redefining traditional perceptions of what it means to “hang out” at the library. This webinar is focused on how these institutions—in partnership with youth-serving organizations—can be key allies in providing innovative and digitally-rich programming for teens and middle school youth.
WatchThe 2013 Challenge: Meeting with Your Congressional District Office
Wed, Jan 23, 2013The 2013 Challenge: Meeting with Your Congressional District Office
Our nation’s leaders need to hear what is happening in their districts—both the struggles and the amazing success stories of the kids whose lives are impacted by afterschool programs every day. This webinar guides you through the process of setting up a Congressional district visit, offers some practical resources to help with the meeting and provides suggestions for what to bring.
WatchThe 2013 Challenge: Policy Basics
Tue, Jan 15, 2013The 2013 Challenge: Policy Basics
This webinar provides an introduction to the basics of afterschool policy. The Afterschool Alliance team reviews facts and information about the current state of the field and how Congress can help support the mission of ensuring high quality afterschool programs for all children.
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