Engagement in School and Out-of-School Contexts: A Multidimensional View of Engagement
- 4 October 2011
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Informa UK Limited in Theory Into Practice
- Vol. 50 (4), 327-335
- https://doi.org/10.1080/00405841.2011.607401
Abstract
This article presents a multidimensional model of engagement (i.e., behavioral, emotional, cognitive) across school and organized out-of-school contexts (i.e., extracurricular activities, community organizations, and after-school programs). First, I describe the reasons why it is important to examine engagement in both school and organized out-of-school contexts. Next, an outline of the different ways involvement in organized out-of-school activities may relate to school is given. Finally, I present a conceptual model that outlines the contextual factors that are related to higher engagement in both school and out-of-school settings. The impact of teacher support, peer relationships, structure, and task characteristics on engagement are outlined. Practical examples of ways teachers can increase engagement in each area are given.Keywords
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