Dimensions of Success (DOS) Observation Tool
DoS is an observation tool developed to identify the characteristics of STEM programming in out-of-school time. The tool describes four levels of quality across twelve dimensions of a STEM activity.
Average Review: 
(5.0)
by anonymous,
Research Associate, Boston College,
I have used this tool extensively and have found it remarkably comprehensive. It covers all possible interactions. For instance, any interesting events that may or may not be immediately understood can be assigned to a category quickly and confidently by…read entire review ...
by anonymous,
Graduate Student, Harvard Graduate School of Education,
This tool is extremely helpful, both with the planning, implementation, and iterative design of informal learning experiences with STEM topics. It is well researched and fills a hole in our education system; with much emphasis being placed on STEM curriculum,…read entire review ...
by anonymous,
Educational Research, Harvard Graduate School of Education,
After having conducted numerous observations in both informal and formal settings using several different types of observation tools, I consider the DOS tool to be one of the best that I have used. This observation tool maintains a good balance…read entire review ...