The Trouble with Compensatory Programs: Schools don't need more supplemental or one-off programs; they need instruction that brings their values to life every day.

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Title: The Trouble with Compensatory Programs: Schools don't need more supplemental or one-off programs; they need instruction that brings their values to life every day.
Authors: POROSOFF, LAUREN1
Source: Educational Leadership. Dec2025/Jan2026, Vol. 83 Issue 4, p43-47. 6p.
Subject Terms: *Educational programs, *Instructional systems design, *Experiential learning, *Project method in teaching, *Educational leadership
Abstract: The article focuses on the pitfalls of compensatory school programs that attempt to add valued experiences rather than embedding them into daily instruction. Topics include instructional design as a high-leverage practice, the hidden costs of one-off or supplemental programs, and strategies for aligning daily learning with school values.
Database: Education Research Complete
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Abstract:The article focuses on the pitfalls of compensatory school programs that attempt to add valued experiences rather than embedding them into daily instruction. Topics include instructional design as a high-leverage practice, the hidden costs of one-off or supplemental programs, and strategies for aligning daily learning with school values.
ISSN:00131784