This 2015 two-page document from Data Quality Campaign provides information on steps states have taken to provide parents with vital information and highlights Metro Nashville Public Schools, a district with […]
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Category Archives: Publication
Self-Assessment for ECTA and DaSy Frameworks
Developed by DaSy and ECTA, the self-assessment is an Excel-based tool that provides a structure for state Part C and Section 619/Preschool programs to record the current status of their state system and set priorities for improvement.
Evidence-Based Policymaking: A Guide for Effective Government
This 2014 report outlines the first comprehensive framework that policymakers can follow to build a system of evidence-based governing. By leveraging the power of this approach, governments can reduce wasteful […]
Project Management Guidebook: System Development Life Cycle
This 2003 electronic book provides guidance to increase project management competence and foster sustained success for projects. Published by: New York State Office for Technology Project Management Guidebook: System Development […]
Moving Maryland Forward: Birth through Five system of services for children with disabilities and their families
This 2016 booklet from Maryland provides an example of a data analysis product for a broader audience, including families and legislative representatives. Many elements of Data Use are addressed. Published […]
A Family Guide to Participating in the Child Outcomes Measurement Process
This guide helps families determine if their child’s early intervention or special education program is meeting his or her needs through three “child outcomes”. Published by: National Parent Technical Assistance […]
Measuring What Matters: Using Data to Support Family Progress
This resource provides an overview of how Head Start and Early Head Start programs can use data to engage families and support each family’s progress toward the Office of Head […]
Alaska: Improving Referrals of Victims of Maltreatment to the IDEA Part C Program
This 2015 state spotlight document describes how Alaska Part C improved the referral of children from Child Welfare to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part C Program by […]
Working with Stakeholders to Identify Potential Improvement Strategies for Program Improvement (Including the SSIP)
This 2015 quick reference guide is designed to assist states in understanding what information needs to be available in order for stakeholders to assist in selecting potential improvement strategies that […]
Types of Data Systems
This 2015 brief describes and compares four common types of data systems that support data from Part C/619 programs: static/reporting, transactional, federated, and centralized. By Tate Gould, Amy Nicholas, Tony […]