This 2011 brief provides guidance on how to successfully manage complex data systems by establishing a comprehensive data governance approach. Data governance principles discussed in this paper apply to a large number of audiences and can be used to improve data management of systems spanning pre-school through postsecondary education and into the workforce. Published by: […]
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Data Security: Top Threats to Data Protection
This 2011 brief outlines critical threats to educational data and information systems. Threats are divided into two categories: technical and non-technical. A brief description of each threat is followed by a suggestion of appropriate risk mitigation measures. Published by: Privacy Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) Data Security: Top Threats to Data Protection
Data Security Checklist
This 2011 document assists stakeholder organizations, such as state and local educational agencies, with developing and maintaining a successful data security program. Published by: Privacy Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) Data Security Checklist
Student Privacy Resources
This collection includes resources covering data topics such as Data Breach Response, Disclosure Avoidance, Security Best Practices, Data Governance, and more. Published by: Privacy Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) PTAC Toolkit
Information from National Data Sources on Personnel Shortages in Special Education and Related Services
This 2011 brief provides an overview of various sources of data that relate to personnel shortages in special education. Published by: National Center to Improve Recruitment and Retention of Qualified Personnel for Children with Disabilities (Personnel Improvement Center – PIC) Information from National Data Sources on Personnel Shortages in Special Education and Related Services
Putting the Pieces Together: New York Early Learning Program Data Systems
This 2011 report, prepared for New York’s Early Childhood Advisory Council, pulls together baseline information from surveys of New York State and New York City agencies providing early learning services to young children on their programs, workforce, and the children and families they serve. Published by: National Center for Children in Poverty (NCCP) Putting the […]
Alternative Sources of Support for SLDS Work: Tips from the States
This 2011 best practice brief summarizes a webinar in which representatives from three states shared experiences and offered tips on identifying alternative sources of support for developing, sustaining, and expanding statewide longitudinal data systems (SLDSs). Published by: Statewide Longitudinal Data Systems (SDLS) State Support Team (SST) Alternative Sources of Support for SLDS Work: Tips from […]
Traveling Through Time: The Forum Guide to Longitudinal Data Systems (Book IV: Advanced LDS Usage)
This 2011 electronic book is fourth in a four-part series. It focuses on the ways data can be used by stakeholders and how data can be turned into actionable information. It also provides case studies of effective data use. Published by: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Traveling Through Time: The Forum Guide to Longitudinal […]
Tracking Child Outcomes Statewide: Integrating Data in the EHDI System
This 2011 presentation discusses tracking outcomes in an integrated data system in Colorado. Presented at the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Meeting in 2011. Tracking Child Outcomes Statewide: Integrating Data in the EHDI System
The Nebraska EHDI Electronic Data System and Follow-Up
This 2011 presentation from the EHDI national meeting discusses the development of an integrated data system in Nebraska. Presented at the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Meeting in 2011. The Nebraska EHDI Electronic Data System and Follow-Up

