| Special Projects Division | The Special Projects and Research Division (SP&R) is responsible for product development, research, and specialized training activities. For more than 25 years, CHTOP staff have developed curriculum materials, training materials, and assessment instruments in early childhood education, currently known as the Learning Accomplishment Profile (LAP) System (formally the Chapel Hill Model). Research projects include studies examining the effectiveness and quality of early childhood assessment and curriculum materials. Specialized training events such as institutes, satellite training, on-line training, and interactive workshops on current topics related to early childhood education are implemented by the SP&R for state, regional, and national audiences. |
| Product Development | Innovative products are designed in response to
needs expressed by parents and professionals associated with services such as public
schools, Head Start, day care centers, health organizations, and social services. Many
products are produced in cooperation with Kaplan School Supply Corporation in Lewisville,
NC. Types of products include
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| Training | The Special Projects Division offers a variety
of training opportunities to help individuals and groups establish and maintain quality
services. Experienced trainers facilitate a dialogue and support the process with
multi-faceted training packages containing printed materials with sample forms and
strategies to use back home; media presentations; and "hands-on" activities.
Training is available throughout the United States and other countries upon request
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For more information call Belinda Hardin (919) 490-5577
or e-mail bhardin@chtop.org.