Policy
When Common Sense Turns Strategic: Harnessing the Power of Authentic Stakeholder Engagement
Evaluation, Policy > RDA, Stakeholder Engagement
This PowerPoint presentation, delivered by Joanne Cashman of the National Center for Systemic Improvement (NCSI), addresses authentic stakeholder engagement in State Education Agency improvement...
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Presentation
Empowering Effective Implementation of Evidence-Based Practices
Evidence-Based Practices, Policy
This PowerPoint presentation, delivered by Jill Pentimoni of the National Center for Systemic Improvement (NCSI), explores resources to help in the selection of evidence-based practices (EBP) and...
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Presentation
Support Models: Matrix and Discussion Guide for K-12th Grade Systems
Evaluation > Data, Evidence-Based Practices, Improvement and Implementation Science > Coaching, Infrastructure Development > State Education Agency Capacity, Policy > RDA, Stakeholder Engagement > Communication Strategies, Systems Alignment
The purpose of this resource is to help teams ensure that the implemented model of support (e.g., teacher coaching, systems coaching, training) leads to the desired outcomes (e.g., improved teacher...
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Tools
State Request for Prior Approval of Participant Support Costs
Fiscal, Policy > IDEA
When IDEA funds are used to pay for non-state employee participation in conferences or training projects, prior approval must be granted by the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP). This...
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Tools
SSIP Phase III Process Guide
Policy > RDA
This State Systemic Improvement Plan (SSIP) Phase III Process Guide includes key considerations and resources to support states in implementing the SSIP and evaluating implementation progress and...
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Guidance
NCSI Thought Leader Forum: Building and Measuring Capacity
Infrastructure Development > State Education Agency Capacity, Policy > RDA
This NCSI document describes the outcomes and next steps from the Thought Leader Forum on Building and Measuring Capacity convened in San Francisco, California. November 2015.
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Report
Results-Based Accountability – Part B Cross State Learning Collaborative 2015 Workbook
Policy > RDA
This workbook provides information, note-taking guides, and other resources for the Part B – Results-Based Accountability Cross State Learning Collaborative. November 2015
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Tools
Using Formative Assessment to Evaluate Children’s Progress in Early Intervention and Early Childhood Special Education
Evaluation > Child Outcomes, Policy > RDA
Presentation for the Improving Data, Improving Outcomes Conference. This presentation explored the "what" and "how" of using formative assessment for evaluating children's progress within Early...
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Presentation
Coaching System Change: What? Me!
Improvement and Implementation Science > Coaching, Infrastructure Development, Policy > RDA
Presentation for the Improving Data, Improving Outcomes Conference. Leading systemic change requires systems thinking, organizational management, content knowledge, and the ability to keep calm and...
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Presentation
Considerations for English Language Learners in Results-Driven Accountability
Evidence-Based Practices > Evidence-based Interventions > Evidence-based Interventions for English Learners, Policy > RDA
Presentation for the OSEP Leadership Conference 2015. This presentation addressed ensuring English Language Learners have equal access to highquality education; assessment considerations for...
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Presentation
Webinar: Harnessing the Potential of Multiple Languages & Family Partnerships in Early Childhood Intervention & Special Education
Evaluation > Child Outcomes, Evidence-Based Practices > Evidence-based Interventions > Evidence-based Practices for Early Childhood - 0 to 3, Evidence-Based Practices > Evidence-based Interventions > Evidence-based Interventions for Engaging Families, Evidence-Based Practices > Evidence-based Interventions > Evidence-based Interventions for English Learners, Evidence-Based Practices > Evidence-based Interventions > Evidence-based Practices for Early Childhood - 3 to 5, Infrastructure Development, Policy, Stakeholder Engagement > Family Engagement
This webinar on young dual language learners presents information on the importance of maintaining home languages and partnering with families for optimal Part C and Part B 619 service outcomes.
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Webinar