This resource from the IDEA Data Center (IDC) explores variation among Part C Exiting categories as reported by the 50 states and Washington, D.C., using 2012-13 exiting data. Examination of […]
Author Archives: Elaine Mulligan
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We know you’re busy, so we’ve revamped our DaSy Data System Glossary to be easier to use. In addition to the alphabetical list, terms are also linked throughout the DaSy […]
8 Preschool Pay For Success Pilots Funded
On December 22, 2016, the U.S. Department of Education announced $3 million in Pay for Success grants for preschool programs. These grants will allow states, school districts, and other local […]
Data System Enhancement
Definition: A noteworthy improvement to a data system as part of a new version of it. The term is also sometimes used to distinguish an improvement (enhancement) of some existing […]
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Data Security
Definition: Protection of data from unauthorized (accidental or intentional) modification, destruction, or disclosure. Source: Taken from the Committee on National Security Systems DaSy Framework Component: Data Governance and Management
Data Quality
Definition: A multi-dimensional measurement of the adequacy of a particular datum or data sets based on a number of dimensions including, but not limited to accuracy, completeness, consistency, and timeliness. […]
Data Linkage
Definition: The process of joining or connecting records in one data set/system with those in another data set/system. Records can be linked through a common identifier in both data sets […]
Data Element
Definition: An atomic (i.e., most basic) unit of data that has precise meaning or precise semantics that can be defined and measured. Source: Taken from Common Education Data Standards (CEDS) […]
Recording available: EC data privacy under IDEA & FERPA
The presentation and recording from our December 15 webinar, Privacy, please! Safeguarding the privacy of young children with disabilities under IDEA & FERPA, are now available on our website. Experts […]