Archived Resources

Growth models provide states with an option for determining how to measure progress toward a student level SIMR outcome. Participants discussed and provided input into development of an IDC white paper that focuses on different growth model approaches, the data requirements, and analytic approach in order to use a growth model approach to measure growth toward a SIMR student outcome. Currently, the white papers is in draft form and undergoing revisions based on input from the field. The published paper will be posted to the IDC Resource Library and affiliated as a related resource to the handouts already posted for this session.

The presentation provides strategies that are important to providing high-quality preschool programs. Specifically, the information focuses on how high-quality preschool programs support improvement in the Part B SIMR. The presentation includes strategies that ensure high-quality early childhood programs as a critical first step toward later school success.

The presentation focuses on experiences of State Part B teams in analyzing data, selecting their SIMR, and completing their SSIP. Guiding questions help states connect Phase I and Phase II planning.

Use of implementation science is critical in planning and implementing systemic improvement. This information explores how to operationalize the components of implementation science and how to select, implement, and scale-up chosen evidence-based practices. Helpful handouts are included.

The National Post-School Outcomes Center, in collaboration with IDC, provided a picture of post-school outcomes for youth with disabilities over the last four years based on Indicator 14 data. Presenters discussed methods states use to collect these data. To further states' work in RDA and improve results, presenters provided information about resources and TA that support states in examining the transition indicators as stakeholders work through the three phases of the SSIP.

Part 1 of 3 of the new IRIS Center module series on evidence-based practices explores the importance of identifying and selecting evidence-based practices. Part 2 overviews the implementation of an evidence-based practice or program with fidelity. Finally, Part 3 examines how to evaluate whether an evidence-based practice is effective for the young children or students with whom you are working. Helpful handouts are included.

IDEA requires that states publicly report Section 618 data. To assist SEA special education directors and data managers in meeting these requirements, IDC is developing a TA tool to simplify regulatory language and requirements into one document that includes process tips and pitfalls. The presentation highlighted existing practice across the country and provided opportunity for attendees to review the current draft of the proposed TA tool.