What Has Research Shown About the Effects of a Developmentally

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Multiple Choice

What has research shown about the effects of a developmentally inappropriate kindergarten approach?

• A) No study has yet shown a correlation between DAP and any improved performance or learning effects in children.
• B) Some studies have linked it to a range of improved learning and performance effects, but some studies have shown no benefit.
• C) DAP programs consistently show fewer results over the long term than the Montessori approach.
• D) Several studies have shown improved performance as a result of DAP instruction, but those gains are typically lost by adolescence.

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