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Title: About School Engagement and Re-Engagement (information sheet)

Description: A growing research literature is addressing these matters. Engagement is associated with positive academic outcomes, including achievement and persistence in school; and it is higher in classrooms with supportive teachers and peers, challenging and authentic tasks, opportunities for choice, and sufficient structure. http://www.smhp.psych.ucla.edu/pdfdocs/reengagestudents.pdf

Access at:    http://www.smhp.psych.ucla.edu/pdfdocs/reengagestudents.pdf  15kb; 1pp