This presentation provides an overview of selected findings from the 2013 ITCA national survey of Part C coordinators about data collection, infrastructure, security, validation, and analyses. Presented at the Improving Data, Improving Outcomes Conference in September 2013 The Status of Part C Data Systems
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Privacy and Security in Early Childhood Data Use
Conference: Early Childhood Data Privacy Meeting Date: August 2013 Presenters: Robin Nelson, Missy Cochenhour, & Baron Rodriguez This presentation discusses key privacy issues in using data in early childhood, how to use early childhood data from planning through sustainability, the impact of FERPA & HIPAA, and tools for states to inform data use. The toolkit is designed […]
National Perspective on Coordinated Early Childhood Statewide Data Systems – Lessons Learned
Conference: NCES STATS-DC Date: July 2013 Presenters: Kathleen Hebbeler, Carlise King, & Missy Cochenour This presentation provides an overview of where states are in creating early childhood data systems and linking to other sectors through the statewide longitudinal data system (SLDS), leveraging the work of multiple national groups like DaSy, Early Childhood Data Collaborative (ECDC), […]
Hands-On “CONNECT-a-thon” – Help Create Useful Data Metrics for Publication Via Common Education Data Standards (CEDS) CONNECT
This 2013 presentation introduces the CEDS CONNECT tool and how it can be used to create data metrics for publications. Presented at the STATS-DC Data Conference in July 2013. Hands-On “CONNECT-a-thon” – Help Create Useful Data Metrics for Publication Via Common Education Data Standards (CEDS) CONNECT
Common Education Data Standards (CEDS): 101 Tools and Use
This 2013 introductory session will familiarize users with the Common Education Data Standards (CEDS) and describe what CEDS are needed, what the parts of CEDS are, and how CEDS can be used. The session will also include a demonstration of both CEDS Tools: Align and Connect. Presented at the STATS-DC Data Conference in July 2013. […]
Preparing the Next Generation of Professionals to Use Child Outcomes Data to Improve Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education
Conference: OSEP Project Directors Date: July 2013 Presenters: Kathleen Hebbeler & Lynne Kahn This presentation provides background information on the federal collection of child outcomes data and the state approaches including definitions of the three child outcomes and the metrics for reporting. Preparing the Next Generation of Professionals to Use Child Outcomes Data to Improve […]
Formative Assessment: So What Happens Next?
Conference: NAECS-SDE Annual Meeting Date: June 2013 Presenter: Kathleen Hebbeler This presentation discusses formative assessment validity and using the results of formative assessments within the Findings – Meaning – Action framework with specific examples from EC classrooms. Formative Assessment: So What Happens Next?
Written Agreement Checklist
This 2015 revision of a 2012 document summarizes the requirements for the written agreements under the studies exception and the audit or evaluation exception as specified in the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Published by: Privacy Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) Written Agreement Checklist
Financing human capital development for economically-disadvantaged children: Applying pay for success social impact finance to early childhood development
This 2013 working paper describes how PFS can be applied to funding of early childhood development programs. Citation: Dubno, J. A., Dugger, R. H., & Smith, M. R. (2013). Financing human capital development for economically-disadvantaged children: Applying pay for success social impact finance to early childhood development (working paper). Washington, DC: Ready Nation.
Sharing is Good for Kids
Conference: NERRC Meeting of the Part C Coordinators Date: April 2013 Presenter: Presented by Kathleen Hebbeler This presentation makes the case for why sharing, in terms of collecting, connecting, and using data, is good for kids. It outlines important questions about short and long-term outcomes for children and families who participate in Part C early […]