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Kindergarten School Readiness

Rhonda Hill EDD/581 Instructor Elizabeth Ashley March 25, 2013. Kindergarten School Readiness. Problem Statement. Problem Statement The problem is students entering Kindergarten are below proficiency in school readiness. Upon narrowing of the problem and intervention will be implemented.

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Kindergarten School Readiness

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  1. Action Research Proposal Rhonda Hill EDD/581 Instructor Elizabeth Ashley March 25, 2013 Kindergarten School Readiness

  2. Problem Statement Problem Statement The problem is students entering Kindergarten are below proficiency in school readiness. Upon narrowing of the problem and intervention will be implemented. Action Research Proposal

  3. Problem Description Problem Description Students entering Kindergarten are struggling in school readiness. Many students need help in reading and writing. The reason for this problem or that it may not have been addressed is because at this level many teachers do no initiate differentiated instruction and techniques to meet the need of the student. I have selected this action research project because students who do not receive the necessary learning skills needed to meet proficiency at this level end up lagging behind in later years. Action Research Proposal

  4. Purpose of the Project Purpose of the Project The purpose of this project is to make sure all students entering Kindergarten upon completion meets proficiency in school readiness. • Effective Curriculum Program • Use of Differentiated Instruction • Improve Reading and Writing Skills Action Research Proposal

  5. Writer’s Role Writer’s Role • Teacher • Researcher • Graduate Student • Stakeholder Action Research Proposal

  6. Problem Documentation Reasons: • Disadvantage students (poverty, English language learners, no prior schooling). • Assessments • Curriculum and Instruction Solutions: • Focus Groups • Survey Action Research Proposal

  7. 10-Item Survey • Program Evaluation: 1. Are our programs producing the results in student learning desired? 2. How well do students actually perform? 3. How well should students perform? • Instructional Leadership: 4. Are teachers and instructional strategies in given areas producing results? 5. What do the teachers need to ensure student competence? 6. What kinds of professional development would help? • Classroom Instruction: 7. Are the teaching instructions working? 8. What do the students already understand and what can they already apply? • Instruction and Diagnosis: 9. What does the student need help with? 10. What misconceptions and or strengths does the student have? Action Research Proposal

  8. Participants of Survey Participants: • Administration • Teachers • Parents Action Research Proposal

  9. Literature Review Focus Action Research Proposal

  10. Literature Review Action Research Proposal

  11. Literature Review Cont’d Action Research Proposal

  12. Literature Review Cont’d Action Research Proposal

  13. Action Goal Time to take ACTION! The goal of the intervention is to increase effectiveness of teachers in implementing school readiness for kindergarten students. An intervention implementation to meet this goal includes evidence-based curriculum , professional development, and differentiated instruction. Proceeding Forward Action Research Proposal

  14. Selected Solutions • Fundamental Instruction Curriculum • Professional Development • Differentiated Instruction (see Appendix A) Action Research Proposal

  15. Calendar Plan Action Research Proposal

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  17. Calendar Plan Action Research Proposal

  18. Expected Outcomes • Kindergarten graduates will demonstrate knowledge of school readiness. Specifically, the student will be able to demonstrate understanding of areas in reading and writing. • Teachers attending professional development will demonstrate competence and the ability to apply education strategies. • Teachers should be able to recognize student learning styles and differentiate instruction appropriately. Action Research Proposal

  19. Measurement of Outcomes • Anecdotal Notes • Portfolios • Checklists (see Appendix B) • Assessments (see Appendix C) • Evaluations Action Research Proposal

  20. Analysis of Results Finding of Results: • Core Observation Record • Early Learning Literacy Skills Assessment • Dynamic Indicator of Basic Early Literacy Skills • Targeted Audience: • Administration • Teachers • Parents Action Research Proposal

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  22. References Bing.com. Picture of preschool portfolio. Retrieved from http://3.bp.blogspot.com/preschool-portfolio.jpg. Bing.com. Picture of problem documentation. Retrieved from http://www.bing.com/images/search?q=pictures+of+problem+documentation&qpvt=pictures+of+problem+documentation&FORM=IGRE#view=detail&id=0F71B30638E0A45F1D8DEB3FBC646542DE3EAEF5&selectedIndex=50. Bing.com. Picture of School Readiness. Retrieved from http://childhood101.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/school-readiness1.jpg. Bing.com. Picture of Solution Puzzle Piece. Retrieved from http://www.bing.com/images/search?q=pictures+of+solutions&qpvt=pictures+of+ solutions&FORM=IQFRML#view=detail&id=CDBC48B323A94327F712B80C002FF42D24133109&selectedIndex=7. Bing.com. Picture of Survey. Retrieved from http://www.bing.com/images/search?q=pictures+of+participants+in+surveys&go=&qs=ds&form=QBIR#view=detail&id=26EA8F66829B1739FB93F3A6F9DBF1EE8BECDCB3&selectedIndex=407. Action Research Proposal

  23. References Bing.com. Picture of Teachers. Retrieved from http://www.bing.com/images/search?q=teachers&qs=n&form=QBIR&pq=teachers&sc=8-8&sp=-1&sk=#view=detail&id=EF53AFB77B737AF3569391C257403B677706A060&selectedIndex=128. Brooks-Gunn, J., & Duncan, G. J. (1997). The effects of poverty on children. The Future of Children, 7(2), 55-71. Brown, S. (2004). Poverty and Pre-K: Does Head Start Really Help Students?. Conference Papers -- American Sociological Association, 1-19. Cahill, M. (2004). Meeting the Early Literacy Needs of Children through Preschool Outreach Storytime Programs. Knowledge Quest, 33(2), 61-62. Daily, S., Burkhauser, M., & Halle, T. (2011). School readiness practices in the United States. National Civic Review, 100(4), 21-24. doi:10.1002/ncr.20080. Differentiated Instruction Overview. Retrieved from http://www.efdlrs.com/~crown/di. . Action Research Proposal

  24. References Good, R. H., III, & Kaminski, R. A. (1996). Assessment for instructional decisions: Toward a proactive/prevention model of decision-making for early literacy skills. School Psychology Quarterly, 11, 326-336. Google.com. Picture of assembly. Retrieved from http://www.google.com/unitycharterschools.org. Hendricks, C. (2009). Improving schools through action research: A comprehensive guide for educators. (2nd ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson. High Scope Educational Research Foundation (2013). Retrieved from http://www.highscope.org. Improving Teaching and Learning with Data-based Decisions. Retrieved from www.lesn.appstate.edu/.../Pruthero%20Improving_teaching_and_learning_with_databased_decisions.pdf. Jencks, C. S., & Phillips, M. (1998). The black-white test score gap. Washington, DC: Brookings. JuiceInc.com. Picture of checklist. Retrieved from http://www.juiceinc.com/images/uploads/Checklist_image_CMYK.jpg. Action Research Proposal

  25. References Kindergarten Reading / Language Arts Curriculum. Retrieved from http://www.sightwordsgame.com/ kindergarten/kindergarten-reading. Pavelski-Pyle, R. (2002). Best Practices in Assessing Kindergarten Readiness. California School Psychologist, 763-73. Stevenson, H. W., Parker, W., Wilkinson, A., Hegion, A., & Fish, E. (1976). Longitudinal study of individual differences in cognitive development and scholastic achievement. Journal of Educational Psychology, 68(4), 377-400. VanDerHeyden, A. M., Witt, J. C., Naquin, G., & Noell, G. (2001). The Reliability and Validity of Curriculum-based Measurement Readiness Probes for Kindergarten Students. School Psychology Review, 30(3), 363. Winsler, A., Hutchison, L. A., De Feyter, J. J., Bleiker, C., Manfra, L., Hartman, S. C., & Levitt, J. (2012). Child, Family, and Childcare Predictors of Delayed School Entry and Kindergarten Retention Among Linguistically and Ethnically Diverse Children. Developmental Psychology, 48(5), 1299-1314. Action Research Proposal

  26. Appendix A The Principles of Differentiated Instruction Planning is based on individual learners Students participate in respectful work Multiple learning strategies are used Individual and group norms are in place Assessment occurs in a variety of ways A synonym for good teaching for every child Teaching concepts provide focus and a foundation Teachers and students form a learning partnership Flexible grouping is essential for student movement Action Research Proposal

  27. Appendix B

  28. Appendix C Early Literacy Skills Assessments Comprehension Phonological Awareness Concepts about Print Alphabetic Principles

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