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How Research-Based Instructional Design Leads to Impact

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Colorado Convention Center, Bluebird Ballroom Lobby, Table 20

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Presenters

Dr. Daniel Zapp

Senior Director of Research

EVERFI from Blackbaud
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Dr Dan (Sr Director of Research) has a PhD in Applied Developmental Psychology with a focus on the intersection of cognitive and social/emotional growth. He has spent the last 12 years on the research team at EVERFI helping to construct interventions for children, adolescents, and adults while measuring the impact of these courses through learner surveys and assessments. Dr Dan works to not only utilize the data collected through our instruments to show the impact and efficacy of the courses, but also to generate insights about the development of critical concepts for parents, teachers, learners, and other stakeholders.

Session description

This poster will present both the logic model underlying EVERFI's digital learning design and its rationale for achieving positive outcomes as well as recent longitudinal research that provides evidence of impact. Attendees will gain insight into the approach used to create effective digital content aimed at enhancing student financial capabilities.

Purpose & objective

This poster session will present an in-depth analysis of the logic model underlying EVERFI's digital learning experience design and its rationale for achieving positive educational outcomes. Attendees will gain insight into the structured approach used to create effective and engaging digital curricula aimed at enhancing student financial capabilities. Recent longitudinal research will also be presented which evaluated the efficacy of numerous EVERFI programs.

Attendees will leave with a comprehensive understanding of:

- The specific mechanisms in EVERFI's logic model by which the curriculum promotes positive educational outcomes.
- Empirical evidence demonstrating the curriculum's impact on students' financial capabilities over a significant period of time.
- Practical implications for educators and policymakers in adopting and implementing digital learning tools for financial education.

This session will be particularly valuable for educators, curriculum developers, educational policymakers, and researchers interested in digital learning, financial education, and longitudinal studies.

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Outline

1. Logic Model Framework:
- Explanation of the components of the logic model utilized in EVERFI’s curriculum design.
- Details on how inputs, activities, outputs, outcomes, and impacts are systematically linked to ensure the curriculum’s effectiveness.

2. Rationale for Positive Impact:
- Discussion of the theoretical and practical foundations supporting the anticipated benefits of the digital learning experience.
- Evidence-based strategies incorporated to foster student engagement and retention of financial literacy concepts.

3. Findings from a Longitudinal Study:
- Presentation of data and insights from a three-year longitudinal research study evaluating the financial capabilities of students who participated in several of EVERFI’s no-cost digital curriculum compared to a control group.
- Analysis of key metrics such as financial knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors before and after the program.
- Interpretation of long-term effects and sustainability of financial literacy improvements among students.

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Session specifications

Topic:

Assessment/evaluations/use of data

Grade level:

6-12

Skill level:

Beginner

Audience:

Chief technology officers/superintendents/school board members, Curriculum/district specialists, Teachers

Attendee devices:

Devices not needed

Subject area:

Career and technical education, Math

ISTE Standards:

For Education Leaders:
Equity and Citizenship Advocate

Ensure all students have access to the technology and connectivity necessary to participate in authentic and engaging learning opportunities.

Disclosure:

The submitter of this session has been supported by a company whose product is being included in the session