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Professor Bart Hirsch is an applied developmental scientist whose work emphasizes program development, implementation, and evaluation in relation to adolescents. His research examined some of the most prominent programs in the country (Boys & Girls Clubs; After School Matters). The studies are notable for presenting an enhanced vision of the potential of the programs, while acknowledging an array of implementation issues.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Psychology, PhD, University of Oregon
… → 1979
Psychology, MA, University of Oregon
… → 1976
Philosophy, BA, University of Wisconsin-Madison
… → 1971
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After-School Programs for High School Students: An Evaluation of After School Matters
Hirsch, B. J. (PD/PI) & Hedges, L. V. (Co-PD/PI)
9/1/07 → 12/31/12
Project: Research project
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The Effects of Parenting and Family Functioning on Adolescent Behavior
Mandara, J. (PD/PI), Chase-Lansdale, L. (Other) & Hirsch, B. J. (Other)
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
9/1/06 → 8/31/08
Project: Research project
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Preparing Young People for Responsible Adulthood: An Evaluation of After School Matters
Hirsch, B. J. (PD/PI)
Searle Fund for Policy Research
7/1/06 → 7/1/07
Project: Research project
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Preparing Young People for Responsible Adulthood: An Evaluation of After School Matters
Hirsch, B. J. (PD/PI)
Searle Fund for Policy Research
7/1/06 → 7/1/07
Project: Research project
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Planning an Evaluation of After School Matters
Hirsch, B. J. (PD/PI)
9/15/05 → 9/14/07
Project: Research project
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Wanted: Soft skills for today’s jobs
Hirsch, B. J., Feb 2017, In: Phi Delta Kappan. 98, 5, p. 12-17 6 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
31 Scopus citations -
Job Skills and Minority Youth: New Program Directions
Hirsch, B. J., 2015, Cambridge University Press. 204 p.Research output: Book/Report › Book
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The impact of After School Matters on positive youth development, academic, and problem behavior
Hirsch, B. J., Hedges, L. V., Stawicki, J. & Mekinda, M. A., 2015, Job Skills and Minority Youth: New Program Directions. Hirsch, B. J. (ed.). Cambridge University Press, p. 127-159 33 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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The challenge of adolescent friendship: A study of Lisa and Her Friends
Hirsch, B. J. & Renders, R. J., Mar 18 2014, Stress, Social Support, And Women. Taylor and Francis, p. 17-28 12 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
3 Scopus citations -
After-school programs
Mekinda, M. A. & Hirsch, B. J., Jan 1 2013, Handbook of Youth Mentoring. SAGE Publications Inc., p. 221-298 78 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
10 Scopus citations