Researchers examined the impact of preterm birth on language outcomes in preschoolers born preterm and full-term, using both standardized assessment and language sample analysis. They also explored ...
A study of 330 ethnically diverse 4-year-olds enrolled in 49 preschool classrooms used beginning- and end-of-year language skills assessments to find that that preschoolers' language growth was ...
Preschool assessments, when done thoughtfully, can bridge the gap between observation and action, helping educators tailor learning to each child’s needs. From documenting subtle moments of play to ...
THE DEFINITION OF QUALITY IN EARLY childhood education and care has many dimensions, including political and social dimensions, not all of which lend themselves to research and analysis (Bruner, 1985) ...
About 1 in 10 babies in the United States is born premature. These children are at an increased risk for adverse outcomes across a broad spectrum of neurodevelopmental domains, including language ...
Across the country, curriculum is selected, adopted, and implemented in multiple ways. From state policy makers to family child care providers, curriculum is researched, developed, and piloted with ...
All children with early language problems are at increased risk of struggling at school, and having reduced employment opportunities and life chances, but the risk of early language problems is ...
Illinois lawmakers have extended the category of English-language learners from K-12 students to include 3- and 4-year olds. But educators don’t agree whether it’s best for second-language learners in ...
About 1 in 10 babies in the United States is born premature. These children are at an increased risk for adverse outcomes across a broad spectrum of neurodevelopmental domains, including language ...