The preschool learning behaviors scale: Dimensionality and external validity in Head Start

Author(s): McDermott, Paul; Rikoon, Samuel H.; Waterman, Claire; Fantuzzo, John W.;
Date Issued: 2012
Description: A psychometric study of the dimensionality and utility of the Preschool Learning Behaviors Scale for use with disadvantaged preschool children that includes an examination of the relationship between preschool learning and reduced cognitive non-proficiency and behavioral maladjustment up to 3 years later, based on data from 119 teachers and 1,666 children in urban Head Start classrooms
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Funder(s): United States. Administration on Children, Youth, and Families ; Institute of Education Sciences (U.S.)
Journal Title: School Psychology Review
Volume Number: 41
Issue Number: 1
Page Range: 66-81
Topics: Children & Child Development > Child Development & School Readiness > Behavior/Social & Emotional Development/Socialization

Research & Evaluation Methods > Measures
Country: United States
ISSN: 0279-6015 Paper
Peer Reviewed: yes
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