The Effectiveness of a Multi-Sensory Center-Based Learning Curriculum in Pre-Kindergarten Students

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a multi-sensory centered-based curriculum for typically developing children enrolled in a pre-kindergarten program. The curriculum incorporates small group... [ view full abstract ]

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a multi-sensory centered-based curriculum for typically developing children enrolled in a pre-kindergarten program. The curriculum incorporates small group instruction in educational centers with gross and fine motor, visual motor, sensory motor, and visual perceptual learning experiences. The GRADE, Beery VMI and Beery VMI subtests of visual perception and motor coordination were administered at the beginning and end of the 2014-2015 academic school year. These assessments measured reading comprehension, visual motor integration, and fine and gross motor skills. Twelve children were included in this pilot study. Results indicated significant improvement in the GRADE raw score, Beery VMI raw scores and grade equivalents, and motor coordination subtest raw scores and grade equivalents. Data provides early support for this curriculum to improve school readiness. Further research is recommended to confirm the promising effects of this foundational study.