Education plays a very significant role in the formative development of youth. Because of this, Search Institute has conducted research on how to best take advantage of the school setting to build assets and, in return, to improve academic achievements through asset building.
Is There a Link between Assets and Student Achievement?
Studies suggest that a greater number of assets translates into a higher likelihood of academic success, giving further credence to the idea that building assets through schools is essential.
- Boosting Student Achievement: The Power of Developmental Assets (One-page summary – 2003)
- Boosting Student Achievement: The Power of Developmental Assets (Complete report – 2003)
- Minnesota School Boards Association Journal issue detailing asset research and effectiveness (2005)
Other Research Publications on Education
- Search Institute Insights & Evidence is a free online periodical that interprets Search Institute’s research for policy and practice.
