READING Module 2: Full Day Kindergarten & Special Ed

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to the impact of full-day kindergarten on educational outcomes, self-regulation, and the study's findings.

Full-Day Kindergarten (FDK)

A two-year, play-based educational program for children that has shown academic and self-regulation benefits.

Half-Day Kindergarten (HDK)

A shorter educational program characterized by reduced instructional time compared to full-day kindergarten.

Self-Regulation

The ability of a child to manage their emotions, behavior, and body movements in a healthy way.

Language Proficiency

The ability to speak, read, write, and understand a language.

Early Childhood Education (ECE)

Programs providing educational experiences for young children, typically before they enter primary school.

Vocabulary Development

The process of acquiring and improving the understanding and use of words.

Academic Success

Achieving educational goals such as high grades and mastery of subjects.

Binary Logistic Regression

A statistical method used to predict the outcome of a dependent variable based on one or more independent variables.

English Language Learners (ELL)

Children whose first language is not English and who are learning English as an additional language.

Preventive Benefits

Advantages that reduce the likelihood of later problems, such as learning disabilities.

Natural Experiment

An observational study where the subjects are assigned to groups based on natural conditions rather than random assignment.

Achievement Groups

Categories used in research to classify children's performance levels: below average and average to above average.

Play-Based Learning

An educational approach that utilizes play as a primary method of learning and development.

Odds Ratio

A measure of the association between an exposure and an outcome, indicating how many times more likely the outcome is occurring in the exposed group compared to the non-exposed group.

Curriculum Expectations

The goals and objectives set for student learning at various educational stages.

Socio-Economic Background

The social and economic factors that define and influence an individual or family, including income, education, and occupation.

Peer Interaction

The engagement and social exchanges between children, which can enhance their learning and development.