23 Oct 2021

Nov 17-18: Dimensions of Success (DoS) Certification Training (more dates available)

Dimensions of Success (DoS) is an overarching framework that defines key aspects of a quality STEM learning experience.  DoS forms the backbone of a suite of tools and guides designed to help out-of-school-time (OST) programs (e.g., afterschool programs, summer camps, etc.) improve the quality of their STEM offerings. It was developed and studied with funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) by The PEAR Institute, along with partners Educational Testing Services (ETS) and Project Liftoff. The DoS suite of tools allows researchers, practitioners, funders, and other stakeholders to track the quality of STEM learning opportunities and to pinpoint strengths and weaknesses. The Dimensions of Success observation tool is a validated research tool, with a validation paper published in Science Education.

The training process involves a two-day live webinar training, completion of video calibration exercises, a one-hour live calibration session, and successful completion of two practice observation in the field. PEAR staff offer live, webinar DoS trainings monthly and in-person training for state networks or organizations can be arranged as needed for an additional cost. PEAR staff provides ongoing technical assistance, quarterly data reports, and online data management support for all DoS observers for two years post-certification.

Dimensions of Success (DoS) Certification Training

September 22nd-23rd, 2021; 7:00am – 1:00pm PT / 10:00 am – 4:00pm ET

Dimensions of Success (DoS) Certification Training

November 17th – 18th, 2021; 7:00am – 1:00pm PT / 10:00 am – 4:00pm ET

Please note that observers that have been certified for two or more years need to complete re-certification to make sure they are continuing to use the tool reliably.

Dimensions of Success (DoS) Recertification Training

September 29th, 2021; 10:00am – 1:00pm PT / 1:00pm – 4:00pm ET

Dimensions of Success (DoS) Recertification Training

November 30th, 2021; 10:00am – 1:00pm PT / 1:00pm – 4:00pm ET