FPG Snapshots

FPG Snapshots are short summaries of current research at FPG. Contact information is provided if you want to know more.

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act: State Achievements, Challenges, and Implications

02/03/12

The National Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center and the Early Childhood Outcomes Center provide a review of states' progress on IDEA indicators pertaining to early intervention and early childhood special education.

Explaining the Black-White Achievement Gap in the Context of Family, Neighborhood, and School

11/28/11

FPG Senior Scientist Peg Burchinal and colleagues report findings from a study investigating factors that contribute to the achievement gap and the policy implications to address them.

Parents’ Decisions about Newborn Screening for Fragile X Syndrome

08/09/11

FPG researchers investigate parent attitudes related to expanded newborn screening opportunities.

Also see related story: Screening for fragile X syndrome (UNC Gazette)

Enhancing Teaching Practices to Improve Language and Literacy Skills for Latino Dual-Language Learners

11/22/10

A professional development intervention study examines outcomes for teachers and for young children who are dual language learners.

Rejecting the Stereotype: U-STARS~PLUS Helps Kids "At Potential"

07/22/10

U-STARS~PLUS supports teachers in the early recognition and nurturing of potential in children with high potential from educationally vulnerable populations.

Promoting Language and Literacy Skills in Children with Down Syndrome

06/29/10

Intervention at even very young ages will improve a child’s potential for later success.