The authors present the results of “An Education Observatory in Ostrołęka”, a long-standing applied research project aimed at local education needs. The discussed material refers to the current state of scientific knowledge about the analysed phenomena and uses scientific research methods, which do not aim at developing theory, but evaluate ex-ante and solve particular problems. The project is an example of the evidence-based policy research, i.e. the use of education research results in creating effective local education policy.
Psychological construct of resilience is defined as a person's ability to successfully adapt to life tasks in the face of socially disadvantageous situation or very unfavourable conditions (Masten, 2001). Academic resilience is one of the dimensions of resilience aimed at students who, despite experiencing difficulties, show a high level of academic achievements. The article presents theoretical findings of the phenomenon of academic resilience, combining them with an overview of empirical research. It also shows the state of knowledge on the practical aspects of strengthening the resilience of students.Keywords: resilience, academic resilience, academic buoyancy, school achievement, socioeconomic status.* Artykuł powstał w ramach przygotowań do pracy doktorskiej "W poszukiwaniu teorii academic resilience, czyli o przezwyciężaniu statusowej determinacji osiągnięć szkolnych". Autor pragnie podziękować promotorowi dr. hab. Romanowi Dolacie, prof. UW oraz promotorowi pomocniczemu dr. Arturowi Pokropkowi za wsparcie i inspirację w badaniu zjawiska resilience w kontekście edukacyjnym.
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