Pre-Kindergarten Early Numeracy Screening Probes

iSTEEP Learning is pleased to announce forthcoming publication of a set of Pre-k early numeracy probes developed by Dr. Amanda VanDerHeyden. 

The assessment consists of six different assessments for pre-school students in math.  These curriculum-based measures of math performance were developed for use with 4-year old preschool children. Measures include counting objects, selecting numbers, naming numbers, selecting shapes, counting, and visual discrimination.

The measures have been evaluated and the results published in peer reviewed scholarly journals.  Technical properties, such as reliability and validity of probe scores have been assessed.  Alternate forms, source, and item reliability of probe scores were assessed.  Results were cross-validated with a second sample of children.  Concurrent validity of probe scores was assessed with the Brigance Screens and the Test of Early Mathematics Ability. The probes yielded reliable and meaningful estimates of early math skills.

The measures are designed for benchmark screening three times per year.  Following screening, the measures are useful to evaluate need for intervention with at-risk students. 

For additional information, contact iSTEEP or Dr. Vanderheyden (email:  amandavande@gmail.com).  Watch this page for product availability information.  The probes are expected to be available mid-2008.   

A related product for kindergarten students has just been published.  For information, click here.