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Scientifically Based Research on Which The Creative Curriculum® Is BasedThrough well implemented experimental and quasi-experimental research, early childhood researchers have made great strides in identifying the building blocks of later school success. These findings were used to develop our curriculum and assessment materials, as well as our training services.
Theory and Research During the past 75 years, research has generated new information about childhood as a separate and distinct stage of life. Understanding early childhood theory and research is essential to knowing what children think and feel and how you can help them become caring people and joyful learners. The theory and research chapter of The Creative Curriculum® for Infants, Toddlers & Twos summarizes some of the major theories about children's development and learning and explains how The Creative Curriculum® helps you put theory and research into practice in your program. Child development theory and scientific research are the foundation of The Creative Curriculum® for Preschool. They inform decision making, influence our view of children, and are the basis for all the recommendations we've included.
Not only is every aspect of The Creative Curriculum® based on sound developmental theory and evidence-based research, but numerous research [links to the section below] studies have been conducted to validate its effectiveness. Scientifically Based Research on The Creative Curriculum and the Developmental Continuum The Creative Curriculum for Preschool is a comprehensive, scientifically based early childhood curriculum that has been shown to improve cognitive and social/emotional outcomes in young children. It is linked with a valid and reliable assessment instrument, The Creative Curriculum® Developmental Continuum for Ages 3-5, designed so teachers can assess child progress and guide program planning. Scientifically Based Research Charting the Positive Effects of The Creative Curriculum on Classroom Quality and Children While it is important that curriculum and assessment materials be based on the latest scientific research, it is equally important that these materials have a positive impact on child outcomes. Four rigorous independent studies have been conducted on the effectiveness of The Creative Curriculum for Preschool, each finding positive impacts ranging from improved classroom quality to stronger academic and social skills. Two of the studies finding positive impacts were part of the Preschool Curriculum Evaluation Research (PCER) grants sponsored by the Department of Education. In addition to studies measuring the impact of The Creative Curriculum on child outcomes, we have evaluated the reliability and validity of our assessment tool, The Developmental Continuum for Ages 3-5 and are in the process of doing the same with The Developmental Continuum for Infants, Toddlers & Twos. These assessment tools are used by teachers to assess child progress and guide them in their program planning. Related ProductsRelated Pages |
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