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This presentation provides guidance on the evaluation of SSIP by differentiating between evaluating implementation and impact and reviews possible measures of progress toward achieving the SIMR. Participants discussed and provided input into development of an IDC white paper on the topic. Currently, the white paper 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 handout already posted for this session.

The webinar focused on a national overview of state’s Phase I SSIP based on the SSIP content analysis that TA providers completed in summer of 2015. DaSy, ECTA, IDC, and NCSI co-sponsored the webinar. Several early childhood colleagues shared the results of the SSIP content analysis.

The SSIP Phase II Process Guide describes the steps needed to accomplish the work of the three components of Phase II. It lists tools and resources and defines key terms to support the work.

The information provides guidance on developing an evaluation plan by differentiating implementation and impact. Topics addressed include translating theory of action into specific evaluation questions and possible formative and summative measures for evaluation. Helpful handouts are included.

This Action Plan Template provides a format to assist states in developing their Phase II SSIP improvement and evaluation plan.

The presentation provides practical suggestions and guidance to help states with their SSIP evaluation work. States can learn about the process for and roles involved in evaluating their SSIPs and several components involved in planning their SSIP evaluation. A helpful handout is included.

The presentation focuses on how to use high quality data to support effective implementation. Information highlights informed use of data for decision making and improvement and the conditions under which high-quality data can make the most difference.