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This presentation provides a brief overview of SSIP evaluation requirements and an introduction to key steps in planning an SSIP Evaluation.

This presentation provides an introduction to the SSIP evaluation process and an overview of key steps in planning an SSIP Evaluation. The presentation references a set of worksheets that can be used to facilitate the planning process. More information on each step, along with its corresponding worksheets, can be found in the TA document, A Guide to SSIP Evaluation Planning.

The presentation reviews key issues related to EBPs including definitions, selection issues, fidelity and usability concerns, and challenges of early and mid-stage implementation. The presentation offers Information on issues and challenges encountered in selection and implementation of EBPs.

The presentation focused on current national data on inclusive settings for children, ages three to five. Presenters drilled down to state examples of how state share data with local programs and how locals use that data for program improvement. Presenters discussed potential improvement strategies based on data available to state and local programs. Presentation objectives were to: provide an overview of inclusion and Educational Environments 618 and Indicator 6 data, share state and local reporting, and discuss use of data to improve inclusion.

The presentation focuses on the key aspects of planning for evaluation of the SSIP. Highlighted information includes the purpose of evaluation, setting the state for evaluation, the importance of focusing on outcomes, evaluation logic, and planning. Helpful handouts are included.

The presentation presents considerations for what states can expect to see regarding changes in child outcomes and how they can ensure deep, early, and meaningful stakeholder engagement in evaluation, including possible measures of progress toward that meaningful engagement.

The presentation presents considerations for what states can expect to see regarding changes in child outcomes and how they can ensure deep, early, and meaningful stakeholder engagement in evaluation, including possible measures of progress toward that meaningful engagement.