STEM Learning In Afterschool: An Analysis of Impact and Outcomes

This report from the Afterschool Alliance looks at afterschool programs designed to improve science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) skills, especially in students from underrepresented populations. The report analyzes evaluation reports on a variety of afterschool STEM programs and finds that benefits of these programs include improved attitudes about STEM fields and careers, increased STEM knowledge and skills, and higher likelihood of graduation and pursuing a STEM career. Included are descriptions of the findings of the evaluations and a chart showing additional detail about the particular programs.