Abstract

Gives an introduction to three articles addressing the potential value of a network of after-school computer clubs called the Fifth Dimension. The articles demonstrate improvements in computer literacy (near transfer), ability to understand arithmetic and word problems (medium transfer), and reading and mathematics achievement (far transfer). (AEF)

Citation

Mayer, R.E. (1997). Out-of-School Learning: The Case of an After-School Computer Club. Journal of Educational Computing Research, 16(4), 333. Retrieved August 6, 2024 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/83244/.

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Keywords

• academic achievement
• After School Programs
• Clubs
• computer literacy
• computer mediated communication
• Computer Networks
• Cooperative learning
• Elementary Secondary Education
• Extracurricular Activities
• Improvement
• Instructional Innovation
• School Activities
• Skill Development