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 […]
Category Archives: Publication
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 […]
PTAC Glossary
This resource page provides definitions for privacy-related terms and issues. Published by: Privacy Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) PTAC Glossary
Improving Early Education Programs through Data-based Decision Making
This working paper presents five options for studying program effectiveness for state-funded preschool programs, including providing estimated costs for each evaluation. Published by: National Institute for Early Education Research (NIEER) Improving […]