Research Projects and Impact Reports
Impact Reports for Educational Programs
Impact reports are short, one-page summaries of key educational programs serving children, families, seniors, and communities. These reports are provided for both county-level and statewide educational programs and highlight the impacts of these programs on participants.
Research Projects for Educational Programs
It is a priority to develop, implement, and study educational programs that are research-based, practical, and impactful in assisting the lives of children, families, seniors and communities. The research projects associated with a variety of our educational programs are highlighted here.
Children, Parents and Families
Gearing Up for Kindergarten: A School Readiness and Parent Involvement Program
Gearing Up for Kindergarten is a research-based school readiness and parent education program. It is a parent and family involvement program that supports child development, school readiness, and healthy parenting. Key research findings on the program and ongoing research projects are available here:
Gearing Up for Kindergarten Research Findings
Nurturing Parenting Programs
Nurturing Parenting Programs are family-based parenting education programs that help families establish a nurturing way of life and develop healthier, stronger relationships. Key research findings on the program and ongoing research projects are available here:
Nurturing Parents Research Findings
Parents Forever: Education to Aid Families in Transition (Divorce Education)
Parents Forever™ is an educational program developed by University of Minnesota Extension that explores the effects of divorce on children, managing stress in family transitions (divorce, separation), and maintaining respectful, healthy relationships. Key research findings on the program and ongoing research projects are available here:
University of Minnesota Parents Forever Research Findings
Aging and Wellness
Stepping On: A Fall Prevention Program for Older Adults
Stepping On is a national evidence-based program designed to help older adults learn about fall risks, explore different strategies for fall prevention, and follow through on reducing fall risks in everyday life. Key research findings on the program and ongoing research projects are available here:
