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GSEG: Pilot test (Field test) data collection procedures |
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In 2002 received the Technical Assistance and dissemination grant from OSEP to develop program indicators and standards for measuring and sustaining improvement within the Pare C/B systems. Developed two automated databases (for each Part (B/C)) to provide a Program Effectiveness Evaluation Profile (PEEP). PEEP offers indicators of child and service delivery outcomes by capturing annual, aggregate service outcome data for children served by EI and Special ed. Early Childhood (EC) providers. Is currently involved in a longitudinal study funded by GSEG to look at student progress
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Studies:
"Creating a quality early care and education system for Delaware's children" (1999) - indicates improved school performance.
"Investing in better outcomes: the Delaware early childhood longitudinal study" - positive impact of early intervention on children living in poverty.
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Felix consent decree case review - reviewed progress on multiple developmental outcomes of 42 Part C children.
Study: Child find - Looked at feasibility of evaluating EI outcomes.
Illinois/Texas
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NH's early childhood transition work plan - developed with NECTAC -connections between C and B outcome indicators are needed.
Quality improvement linking together - family and parent involvement outcomes, begun development of compatible data collection systems.
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A one-way screening referral system (VDH to Part C) for children who are hearing impaired and have identified anomalies has been pilot-tested.