Abstract
Two universities in Ottawa provide a full week of programs for bright secondary school students each spring. This study investigated factors which characterize the Mini-Course Enrichment Program as perceived by student participants and their parents. Findings were analyzed in terms of achievement, career aspirations and impact on self-image. Respondents perceived enhanced personal control, sense of risk-taking, and help in preparing for the future. Specific recommendations evolved for educators and administrators.
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