This November 2018 report from the National Institute for Children’s Health Quality (NICHQ) and the Center for the Study of Social Policy offers case studies from Indianola, Mississippi; Ventura County, […]
Tag Archives: Data Quality
National Child Outcomes Results
October 9, 2018 In this webinar, ECTA and DaSy staff discussed results from the latest national child outcomes analysis. They reviewed national estimates, state variations in performance, and provided a […]
Building a Culture of Data Use
This webinar explored DaSy’s new Data Culture Toolkit, following the five key steps to building a culture of data use in a state or local program: Formalize your data team […]
Using Data You Can Trust Improving Survey Response Rates
States employ survey methods to collect data about family outcomes and support their SSIP evaluations. Low response rates hinder states’ ability to analyze data. Furthermore, development of clear and concise […]
Evaluating Implementation of Evidence-Based Practices: Tips for Improving Quality and Feasibility
Need better data on the implementation of evidence-based practices? This presentation contains best practices for evaluating practice change and fidelity, including characteristics of a high-quality data collection tool. Published by: […]
Collecting, Analyzing, and Sharing Qualitative Data
Qualitative data can provide valuable information that complements quantitative findings in assessing progress, identifying successes and challenges, and making adjustments to improve services. This session will share best practices in […]
Protect Your Data: Reviewing and Developing Data Governance Policies
This presentation will review existing or develop new state data governance policies for Part C or Part B. This hands-on workshop is designed for state teams of program and data […]
Identify Meaningful Differences in Child Find
This Excel-based calculator allows states to make several comparisons related to the percentage of infants and toddlers served: State percentage compared to state target, local program percentage compared to state […]
Age Anchoring Guidance for Determining Child Outcomes Summary (COS) Ratings
This 2018 document provides answers to commonly asked questions about age anchoring as it applies to the COS process. It is designed as a reference for practitioners, as well as […]
Extending the COS Process Module: Professional Development Activities
These 2018 documents are intended to help states supplement and reinforce the information in the Child Outcomes Summary (COS) Process online learning module. Guidance for Preparing and Implementing Effective Training […]