The Early Math Collaborative presents at conferences and other venues in order to further the discussion surrounding early mathematics and early education-related matters.
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Reid, E. E.
(2019). A Center-Based Approach to Creating Sustainable Excellence in Mathematics in Early Childhood Education. Presentation at the Society for Research on Child Development.
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Reid, E. E.,
McCray, J.
Gaylor, E. (2018, June). Evaluating the Fidelity and Impact of an Early Childhood Center-Based Mathematics Professional Development Program. Poster presentation at National Research Conference on Early Childhood.
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Ginet, L.
(2018) ACCESS to Shared Knowledge: Teachers as learners—Making math meaningful. Presentation at the NAEYC Professional Learning Institute.
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McCray, J.,
Chen, J-Q.
(2018, June). Creating research-to-practice conversations in early math: A case study of an innovative book writing process. Presentation at the NAEYC Professional Learning Institute.
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Solarski, L.
(2018, March). Empowering Early Childhood Educators to Enhance Teaching and Learning: The Promise and Complexity of Coaching. Presentation at the Loyola Graduate School Interdisciplinary Research Symposium.
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Reid, E. E.,
Melgar, C.
(2018) A Center-based Approach to Changing Teacher Math Attitudes in Head Start Centers. A presentation at the Erikson Institute Research Symposium.
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Cerezci, B.
(2017). What Teachers Know Matters: An Investigation on Early Mathematics Teaching and Learning. Presentation at Erikson Research Poster Symposium.
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Jacobson, M.,
Reid, E. E.
(2017). Gender Bias in Teacher Interactions During Math Activities: A Framework for Video Data Analysis. Poster session at the Illinois Education Research Council (IERC)
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Quest, M., Reid, E. E., McCray, J. S., (2016, September). Measuring teachers’ beliefs about math: Efficacy and epistemology. Poster session presented at the annual meeting of the Illinois Education Research Council, Bloomington, IL.
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Solarski, L.,
Reid, E. E.,
McCray, J.
, Gaylor, E., Kamdar, D., & Dominguez, X. (2016, September). Collaborative Math in Head Start: Pilot study. Poster session presented at the annual meeting of the Illinois Education Research Council, Bloomington, IL.
Illinois Education Research Council Read MoreAbstract
This pilot study investigated the successes and challenges of Collaborative Math, a professional development program with the goal of helping early childhood centers become centers of excellence in mathematics where quality early math instruction is fostered, celebrated, and sustained. Prior research has found that in order to be effective and sustainable, professional development should include all teaching staff and administration, thus creating a supportive environment for innovation. Three Chicago Head Start Centers participated in a condensed version of Collaborative Math including learning labs and group coaching for teachers, leadership academies and consultation for directors, and math activities and resources for families. Data was collected in the form of coach’s logs, interviews with individual directors and teachers, and focus groups with families. Analysis uncovered successes including development of shared language and experience around mathematics among center staff, as well as fostering expertise, knowledge, and confidence in instructional leaders. Families enjoyed engaging with their children around math and learning what occurred in school, but found busy schedules to be a barrier. Additional challenges for centers include the complexity of leadership roles and logistics, including limited time and capacity, which prevent leaders from coaching their teachers around mathematics. Teachers also struggle to secure time to collaborate with colleagues. Implications for full implementation in Fall 2016 include reconsidering the responsibilities of leaders, balancing the quality and quantity of learning labs, and using e-mail and text to engage families.
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Chen, J-Q.,
McCray, J.
Gaylor, E. (2015, March) Understanding the Effects of an Early Math Intervention with Teachers on Child Outcomes. Presentation at Society for Research on Child Development Biennial Meeting.
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Chen, J-Q.,
Reid, E. E.,
Zhang, Y.,
Cerezci, B.,
McCray, J.
(2015, April). Whole teacher approach: Investigations on mathematics teaching in early childhood teachers. Round table session at the annual research conference of the American Educational Research Association, Chicago, IL.
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Brownell, J. O.,
Cerezci, B.,
Reid, E. E.
(2015, April). High impact strategies for early mathematics: A lesson observation tool. Presentation at the annual meeting of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Boston, MA.
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Brownell, J. O.
, Lopez, G. (2015, March). Chicago P12 math collaborative: Partnerships for high-quality mathematics instruction. Poster presentation at the meeting of the Carnegie Foundation Summit on Improvement in Education, San Francisco, CA.
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Chicago Public Schools has created innovative partnerships with universities and funders in a district-wide initiative to improve P-12 mathematics instruction. This multi-year initiative aims to develop the capacity of teacher leaders, school and network administrators, and district math staff to affect sustainable change at a large scale.
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Reid, E. E.,
Chen, J-Q.,
McCray, J.
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McCray, J.
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Zhang, Y.,
Chen, J-Q.,
McCray, J.
, Chang, C., Budak, S., Reid, E. E., Cerezci, B. (2014, October). Reliability and validity of an innovative measurement assessing knowledge for teaching early mathematics. Poster session presented at the annual meeting of the Illinois Education Research Council, Bloomington, IL.
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Stein, A., Rothkopf, E., Cerezci, B. (2014, October). Improving math instruction for preschool children: A research-based professional development intervention and evaluation. Poster session presented at the annual meeting of the Illinois Education Research Council, Bloomington, IL.
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Reid, E. E.,
McCray, J.,
Chen, J-Q.
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Ginet, L.
, Bush, N., & Berreras, M. (2014, October). How can we improve the quality of early mathematics pre-service teacher education? Qualitative data from a professional learning community of teacher educators at 2- and 4-year colleges. Presentation at the annual meeting of the Illinois Education Research Council, Bloomington, IL.
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Cerezci, B.,
Brownell, J. O.,
McCray, J.
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Chen, J-Q.
Governor’s Office of Early Childhood Development: Early Childhood Instructional Excellence Read MoreAbstract
This presentation described the successful stories of the Early Math Collaborative at Erikson Institute in Chicago. It addressed three questions related to the the work: What is the scope and purpose of this early mathematics education program? How does the program enhance the mathematical competence of teachers in early childhood education? What are some critical factors that contribute to the success of the program? Specific program components and strategies involved with the intervention were detailed so that practitioners can examine and potentially replicate the work of the Early Math Collaborative.
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Chen, J-Q.,
McCray, J.
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Ginet, L.
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Zhang, Y.,
Chen, J-Q.
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Cerezci, B.,
Brownell, J. O.,
Chen, J-Q.,
McCray, J.
Loyola University Interdisciplinary Research Symposium for Graduate School Students Read MoreAbstract
High quality education in math for young children builds a strong foundation for future mathematics learning. Evidence is clear that early mathematics achievement is associated with later school success, but the field lacks clear definition of excellence in early mathematics teaching. We are also short of available tools to assist teachers and teacher educators in monitoring or assessing classrooms around mathematics teaching. The purpose of this poster was to introduce High Impact Strategies in Early Mathematics, (HIS-EM), an observational tool designed to identify and measure the frequency of high quality mathematics teaching practices in preschool through third grade and to report its early findings.
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McCray, J.,
Chen, J-Q.
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McCray, J.,
Chen, J-Q.
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Chen, J-Q.,
McCray, J.
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Chen, J-Q.,
McCray, J.
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Zhang, Y.
, & Sparr, M., Cerezci, B., McCray, J., & Chen, J-Q. (2012, April). Unpacking pedagogical content knowledge in early mathematics: A new measurement tool. Poster session presented at the annual meeting of the Loyola University Interdisciplinary Research Symposium for Graduate School Students, Chicago, IL.
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Ginet, L.
Armstrong, A. (2012, June). Exploring early math teaching and learning in community college ECE programs. Poster session presented at the annual meeting of the Illinois Education Research Council, Villa Park, IL.
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Cerezci, B.,
McCray, J.
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Armstrong, A., Ginet, L., & Warisi, S. (2012, January). Exploring early math teaching and learning in community college ECE programs. Poster session presented at the annual meeting of the Illinois Education Research Council, Tinley Park, IL.
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Cerezci, B.,
McCray, J.,
Chen, J-Q.,
Brownell, J. O.
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McCray, J.
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Chen, J-Q.
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McCray, J.,
Chen, J-Q.,
Zhang, Y.
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Sparr, M., Chen, J-Q., & McCray, J. (2011, April). Unpacking teacher confidence in early math instruction. Poster session presented at the biennial meeting of the Society for Research in Child Development, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
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Zhang, Y.
, Bezruczko, N., & Chen, J-Q. (2011, April). Sensitivity, stability, and reliability: Testing teacher attitude variable on early mathematics. Poster session presented at the annual meeting of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, Indianapolis, IN.
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McCray, J.,
Chen, J-Q.
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McCray, J.
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McCray, J.,
Chen, J-Q.
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McCray, J.
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McCray, J.
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McCray, J.
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Chen, J-Q.
, & Chang, C. (2007). Testing the whole teacher approach to early childhood professional development. Presentation at a meeting of Erikson’s Research Council, Chicago, IL.
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McCray, J.
Head Start Research Conference