Breakthrough Cambridge

Factors that support academic success

Published: 08-Feb-2011 In addition to the rigorous academic content that Breakthrough teachers have been teaching this summer, Breakthrough teachers have also been working hard to get their students excited about learning, instill confidence in their students and help students reimagine their futures. These efforts to motivate students, build confidence and model excellence are an explicit focus of Breakthrough programs because research shows that these “non-academic” factors can have a huge impact on student success.  This month’s research brief – Factors that Support Academic Success - explores the data and research on “non-academic” factors that support academic success and discusses the implications for Breakthrough programs.