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Evaluation

The following reports are available for download as Adobe Reader (PDF) files.
Evaluating the Resilience & Renewal Fellows Program (33 pages)
Metis Associates

Metis Associates is currently conducting a comprehensive scientific evaluation of our intervention with cohort of 70 3rd-5th grade classroom teachers from 4 boroughs in the NYC schools. This study, funded by the Fetzer Institute, is one of 5 in the nation that looks at Transformational Professional Development. Teachers in the treatment group will participate in all core program activities and be trained in our curriculum for use in their classrooms. We will be looking at teachers’ intra- and interpersonal change, including stress levels and job satisfaction, as well as changes in classroom climate. The study will be completed by summer 2008.

2006-2008 Forthcoming  
The Inner Resilience Program Evaluation (33 pages)
Metis Associates

In July 2004, The Inner Resilience Program retained Metis Associates, Inc., an independent research and evaluation consulting firm in New York City, to support the evaluation activities of the The Inner Resilience Program core program. This evaluation focused primarily on the impact of the yoga program on the participants. Data was collected using a variety of assessment tools, including standardized measures.

July 2005 684K
Garrison Institute Report (66 pages)
Garrison Institute

Between June 2004 and April 2005, the Garrison Institute, with support from the Fetzer Institute and the Impact Foundation, mapped the current status of programs utilizing contemplative techniques with mainstream student populations in K-12 educational settings. The Mapping Project sought to identify similarities and differences in program pedagogy and methodology. The Mapping Project also explored the degree to which such programs foster love and forgiveness among students. The Inner Resilience Program was cited as one program helping to build this new field.

June 2005 564K
 
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