The problem under investigation was the predictive value of a preschool screen. The subjects were 111 kindergartners. First, the need for a preschool screen was established. Second, the literature concerning other preschool devices was reviewed. Third, a specific screen was assessed in terms of validity. Fourth, a consideration of the predictive value of this screen in relation to scholastic achievement as indicated by the Metropolitan Readiness Test was made. A multiple regression analysis was performed, and the cross-validation of a number of prediction equations and cutoff scores was significant. Although statistical significance was achieved, high-risk youngsters could not be accurately identified. This research indicated that the instrument evaluated shows promise if refined by additional research.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:unt.edu/info:ark/67531/metadc663168 |
| Date | 08 1900 |
| Creators | Moore, Glenn F. |
| Contributors | Hughes, Howard, 1937-, Cross, Charles Jack |
| Publisher | North Texas State University |
| Source Sets | University of North Texas |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Thesis or Dissertation |
| Format | iii, 91 leaves: ill., Text |
| Coverage | United States - Connecticut |
| Rights | Public, Moore, Glenn F., Copyright, Copyright is held by the author, unless otherwise noted. All rights |
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