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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.

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

The presentation provides information about authentic engagement; tools to support authentic engagement, including the Learning by Convening Blueprint; and how SEAs are working toward authentic engagement in the SSIPs.

The presentation provides an overview of how states have improved results for infants, toddlers, and students through coordinated processes and planning at the state and local levels. Strategies include leveraging resources, considering related initiatives to support the SIMR, and communication protocols.

The presentation offers guidance on integrating implementation efforts across and within agencies, which promotes and supports efficient cross-sector work, resulting in less duplication of effort, a more sustainable system, and increased capability across the system. This information focuses on how states and local programs can use the SISEP Initiative Tool to achieve this integration. Helpful handouts are included.