The Evaluation of Quality of NJ’s Preschool Classrooms 2009 NJ Office of Preschool Education.

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The Evaluation of Quality of NJ’s Preschool Classrooms 2009 NJ Office of Preschool Education

Classroom Evaluations, 2008 A random, Abbott-wide sample of 12% or 315 classrooms (out of 2,852) were evaluated using the PCMI (math), SELA (literacy), and ECERS. William Paterson University conducted the evaluations.

The Supports for Early Literacy Assessment 1 = low quality 2 = poor quality 3 = fair quality 4 = good quality 5 = ideal quality 2005 STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: 3.93

Literate Environment

Using print in the environment for a purpose Creating inviting places to look at books Inviting interest in a wide variety of books in the classroom Writing materials are available and easy to use A variety of literacy items and props are used in the pretend play area

Supports for language development

Language Development Teachers encourage and extend oral language Using language that introduces new words, concepts and linguistic structures Organizing activities that promote language development Sharing books to build language, knowledge, and a love of book reading

Print/Book Concepts

Calling attention to the functions and features of print

Phonological Awareness

Drawing children’s attention to the sounds they hear in words

Letters and Words

Helping children recognize letters Promoting children’s interest in writing

Parent Involvement

Promoting home- based supports for early literacy through regular communications with parents Special activities and supports to involve parents in supporting children’s literacy development

Supporting Home Language

Promoting the maintenance and development of children’s native language

The Preschool Classroom Mathematics Inventory 1 = low quality 2 = poor quality 3 = fair quality 4 = good quality 5 = ideal quality 2005 STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: 2.74

Math materials

Materials Counting, comparing, estimating, and recognizing number symbols Measuring and comparing amount: volume, weight, length, height, distance, and area Classifying and seriating Geometry and spatial positions/relations Preschool Classroom Mathematics Inventory

Math Activities/Interactions

Numeracy & Other Mathematical Concepts Teachers encourage children to: Use one-to-one correspondence Count and/or write numbers for a purpose Estimate and compare Use mathematical terminology and reflection on mathematical problems Measure and compare amount: volume, weight, length, height, distance, area Classify and seriate Explore concepts of geometry and spatial positions/relations

The Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale-Revised Results 1= Inadequate 3= Minimal 5= Good 7= Excellent 2005 STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: STATEWIDE AVERAGE SCORE: 5.23

ECERS-R Subscale Scores SUBSCALE space & furnishings personal care language activities interactions program structure parents & staff ECERS Overall

The Lowest (3.0 – 3.9) Individual ECERS-R Items Space for Gross Motor Gross Motor Equipment Meals & Snacks Nap/Rest Safety Using Language to Develop Reasoning Nature/Science Use of Computer

The Main Dish: The Activities Scores Item Fine motor Art Music/movement Blocks Sand/water Dramatic play Nature/science Math/number Use of TV, video, computer Promoting acceptance of diversity

The Highest Item Furniture for routine care Furnishings for relaxation Room arrangement Child-related display Greetings/departing Encouraging children to communicate Informal use of language Fine motor Supervision of gross motor General supervision

The Highest Item Discipline Staff-child interactions Interactions among children Free play Group time Provisions for disabilities Provisions for parents Staff interaction and cooperation Supervision of staff Opportunities for professional growth