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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.

This document provides a list of recommended existing resources for state Part C and Part B 619 staff and TA providers to use to support evaluation planning for program improvement efforts including the SSIP. The document focuses on resources that are more relevant to evaluation and evaluation planning for early intervention and preschool special education.

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.

The presentation provides an overview of data concerns that states should consider when measuring growth and impact in SIMR areas targeting subgroups (e.g., students with limited English proficiency or a specific disability category). Topics explored include sample size, use of achievement tests or alternative measures, and test validity and sensitivity.

A critical aspect of the SSIP evaluation is measuring improvements to system infrastructure. The presentation provides information on how states can measure changes to systems for supporting implementation of evidence-based practices.

The presentation explores a mix of state and local communication strategies to achieve understanding of the SSIP and support state goals.