http://www.centeroninstruction.org/topic.cfm?k=EL The Center on Instruction offers evidence-based Early Learning resources to help educators and policymakers improve teaching and learning for all young children birth to age five. The materials are designed to facilitate children's cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development by providing instructional support in the content areas of emergent literacy, mathematics, and science. Materials also highlight early intervention for struggling learners and evidence-based instructional strategies for children who are learning English to support classroom diversity and differentiated instruction. en-us Wed, 27 May 2020 10:21:49 GMT Wed, 27 May 2020 10:21:49 GMT Copyright 2020 Center on Instruction coi-info@rmcres.com (Center on Instruction) info@cvwp.com (CrystalVision, Inc.) Early Learning 5 http://www.centeroninstruction.org/images/logo_main_white.gif http://www.centeroninstruction.org/topic.cfm?k=EL 120 86 http://www.centeroninstruction.org/technical-report-recommendations-for-future-early-childhood-literacy-research This technical report, based on the research synthesis of the NELP (National Early Literacy Panel) report, phone interviews with the writers of the NELP report, and a panel of nationally recognized early learning experts, provides guidance for families, caregivers, and early childhood educators as they support young children’s language development and emergent literacy skills and makes recommendations for the future direction of early literacy research. Fri, 28 Sep 2012 12:27:05 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/technical-report-recommendations-for-future-early-childhood-literacy-research http://www.centeroninstruction.org/contributions-of-emergent-literacy-skills-to-name-writing-letter-writing-and-spelling-in-preschool-children This document discusses a research study focused on the connection between emergent literacy skills, name writing, letter writing, and spelling in preschool children. Thu, 27 Sep 2012 13:43:28 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/contributions-of-emergent-literacy-skills-to-name-writing-letter-writing-and-spelling-in-preschool-children http://www.centeroninstruction.org/repeated-book-reading-and-preschoolers-early-literacy-development This synthesis of research provides evidence of the positive impact repeated book reading has on the language and literacy development of young children. Wed, 26 Sep 2012 19:25:15 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/repeated-book-reading-and-preschoolers-early-literacy-development http://www.centeroninstruction.org/early-literacy-policy-and-practice-in-the-preschool-years This article in the April 2006 issue of the Preschool Policy Brief series is a synthesis of early literacy research, translating early literacy research findings into recommendations for policy and education. Fri, 21 Sep 2012 13:59:31 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/early-literacy-policy-and-practice-in-the-preschool-years http://www.centeroninstruction.org/assessment-of-preschool-early-literacy-skills-linking-childrens-educational-needs-with-empirically-supported-instructional-activities This resource explores how early childhood assessment informs instruction and intervention, highlighting screening, diagnostic, and progress monitoring assessments. Tue, 18 Sep 2012 12:59:35 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/assessment-of-preschool-early-literacy-skills-linking-childrens-educational-needs-with-empirically-supported-instructional-activities http://www.centeroninstruction.org/from-scribbles-to-scrabble-preschool-childrens-developing-knowledge-of-written-language This document discusses a research study focused on the emergent writing skills of young children. Investigators Cynthia Puranik and Christopher Lonigan found evidence to support the developmental progression of emergent writing skills. Mon, 17 Sep 2012 13:36:00 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/from-scribbles-to-scrabble-preschool-childrens-developing-knowledge-of-written-language http://www.centeroninstruction.org/teaching-our-youngest-a-guide-for-preschool-teachers-and-child-care-and-family-providers This booklet by early learning experts for the National Institute for Literacy is an evidence-based document, written in user-friendly language for families, caregivers, and preschool teachers. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 14:01:29 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/teaching-our-youngest-a-guide-for-preschool-teachers-and-child-care-and-family-providers http://www.centeroninstruction.org/developing-early-literacy-report-of-the-national-early-literacy-panel--a-scientific-synthesis-of-early-literacy-development-and-implications-for-intervention This National Early Literacy Panel report provides a scientific synthesis of early childhood research, exploring the variables that impact literacy development. Thu, 13 Sep 2012 12:29:48 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/developing-early-literacy-report-of-the-national-early-literacy-panel--a-scientific-synthesis-of-early-literacy-development-and-implications-for-intervention http://www.centeroninstruction.org/from-babbling-to-books This 60-minute webcast features early learning experts who discuss children’s language development and how parents and preschool teachers can support and build a foundation for reading and writing skills. Video clips that depict children in home and preschool environments add to the clarity of this resource. Wed, 12 Sep 2012 11:59:03 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/from-babbling-to-books http://www.centeroninstruction.org/a-child-becomes-a-reader-birth-through-preschool-3rd-edition This booklet written by early learning experts for the National Institute for Literacy provides user-friendly guidance for families, caregivers, and early childhood educators as they support young children’s language development and emergent literacy skills. Tue, 11 Sep 2012 14:20:23 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/a-child-becomes-a-reader-birth-through-preschool-3rd-edition http://www.centeroninstruction.org/is-public-pre-k-preparing-hispanic-children-to-succeed-in-school This policy brief presents statistics and research findings to determine if Pre-K programs are preparing young Hispanic children to be successful in school. Mon, 10 Sep 2012 12:37:03 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/is-public-pre-k-preparing-hispanic-children-to-succeed-in-school http://www.centeroninstruction.org/the-abecedarian-project This video clip from the National Geographic documentary My Brilliant Brain documents the Abecedarian Project, a longitudinal research study to determine the effectiveness of quality early childhood education on closing the achievement gap. This hallmark study provided the basis for promoting the importance of early intervention and quality early l Mon, 27 Aug 2012 14:24:13 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/the-abecedarian-project http://www.centeroninstruction.org/preschool-for-english-language-learners--part-ii-academic-skills This resource is the second part of a webcast featuring Dr. Rebecca Palacios, a national expert in early childhood curriculum and instruction for young English Language learners. Wed, 22 Aug 2012 12:15:33 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/preschool-for-english-language-learners--part-ii-academic-skills http://www.centeroninstruction.org/ask-the-cognitive-scientist-what-is-developmentally-appropriate-practice In this American Educator's Summer 2008 article, a noted cognitive scientist explores the term "developmentally appropriate practice" (DAP) and discusses the importance of understanding learning variability when planning instruction. Thu, 16 Aug 2012 17:30:23 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/ask-the-cognitive-scientist-what-is-developmentally-appropriate-practice http://www.centeroninstruction.org/response-to-intervention-rti-in-early-childhood-building-consensus-on-the-defining-features This resource provides a clear overview of the RTI framework and the feasibility of implementing tiered instruction and intervention in early childhood learning environments. Thu, 9 Feb 2012 15:00:04 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/response-to-intervention-rti-in-early-childhood-building-consensus-on-the-defining-features http://www.centeroninstruction.org/preschool-for-english-language-learners---part-i-language-learning This video clip, the first of a two-part webinar, focuses on the effectiveness of preschool education for English Language Learners. Mon, 3 Oct 2011 14:01:51 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/preschool-for-english-language-learners---part-i-language-learning http://www.centeroninstruction.org/connect-module-6-dialogic-reading-practices This comprehensive module focuses on Dialogic Reading, an evidence-based instructional practice that builds oral language development, especially for children who live in poverty or lack age-appropriate language skills, by implementing a systematic approach to shared storybook reading. Thu, 8 Sep 2011 14:32:36 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/connect-module-6-dialogic-reading-practices http://www.centeroninstruction.org/issue-brief-promoting-social-emotional-and-behavioral-outcomes-of-young-children-served-under-idea This resource is just one of many documents on the Technical Assistance Center on Social Emotional Intervention for Young Children website that support positive behavior outcomes for young children. Tue, 6 Sep 2011 19:30:06 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/issue-brief-promoting-social-emotional-and-behavioral-outcomes-of-young-children-served-under-idea http://www.centeroninstruction.org/the-promise-of-preschool-why-we-need-early-education-for-all This article, published in the Spring 2010 issue of American Educator, focuses on the importance of high quality early education. Fri, 2 Sep 2011 15:38:48 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/the-promise-of-preschool-why-we-need-early-education-for-all http://www.centeroninstruction.org/starting-out-right-a-guide-to-promoting-childrens-reading-success Highlighting the key aspects of language and literacy development from birth to grade 3, this resource translates research findings into every day practice and clearly identifies the skills that children must master to succeed in reading. Mon, 29 Aug 2011 18:58:06 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/starting-out-right-a-guide-to-promoting-childrens-reading-success http://www.centeroninstruction.org/eager-to-learn-educating-our-preschoolers This comprehensive report synthesizes the research findings on early childhood education, language acquisition, and emergent skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and science. Thu, 4 Aug 2011 13:37:17 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/eager-to-learn-educating-our-preschoolers http://www.centeroninstruction.org/from-neurons-to-neighborhoods-the-science-of-early-childhood-development A “must read� for early childhood leaders and policymakers, this book is a comprehensive resource that focuses on the scientific study of child development and how environmental factors impact early learning. Thu, 4 Aug 2011 13:08:18 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/from-neurons-to-neighborhoods-the-science-of-early-childhood-development http://www.centeroninstruction.org/early-beginnings-early-literacy-knowledge-and-instruction This resource is the first in a set of booklets, Cornerstones: An Early Literacy Series, that provide instructional guidance for early childhood caregivers, teachers, and leaders. Tue, 2 Aug 2011 13:20:36 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/early-beginnings-early-literacy-knowledge-and-instruction http://www.centeroninstruction.org/learning-to-talk-and-listen-an-oral-language-resource-for-early-childhood-caregivers This resource is the second in the Cornerstones: An Early Literacy Series publications which are based on the findings of the National Early Literacy Panel about early literacy development. Thu, 28 Jul 2011 17:42:35 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/learning-to-talk-and-listen-an-oral-language-resource-for-early-childhood-caregivers http://www.centeroninstruction.org/investing-in-young-children-new-directions-in-federal-preschool-and-early-childhood-policy This Brookings Institute paper reviews the effectiveness of several federally funded preK programs: Early Head Start, Head Start, and home visiting (Nurse-Family Partnership) programs. Thu, 28 Jul 2011 17:14:45 GMT http://www.centeroninstruction.org/investing-in-young-children-new-directions-in-federal-preschool-and-early-childhood-policy