Core Knowledge in Preschool Project (CKP)

ABOUT THIS PROJECT

Core Knowledge in Preschool Project (CKP) addressed the efficacy of the Core Knowledge Preschool Program in promoting math and science skills of 3- to 5-year-old children at risk for academic difficulties due to socioeconomic disadvantage. Specifically, this research:

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Determined the impact of the Core Knowledge Preschool program on the types and amounts of math and science instruction offered in preschool classrooms; 

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Determined the impact of the Core Knowledge Preschool program on preschool children’s math and science learning, engagement, and interest; and

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Investigated for whom and under what conditions the Core Knowledge Preschool program may yield positive results. 

PUBLICATIONS

FUNDING

CKP was funded by the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD).

TIMELINE

The CKP project began in 2009 and was completed in 2011.

PROJECT TEAM

Shayne Piasta, PhD

Principle Investigator

Laura Justice, PhD

Co-Investigator

Stephen Petrill, PhD

Co-Investigator

Additional Team Members:

We would also like to acknowledge postdoctoral researchers Jessica Logan, Christina Yeager Pelatti, Janet Capps, and Ying Guo, as well as research staff members Heather Miller and Danielle Hirschfeld.