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Creating inclusive school environments starts with small yet meaningful actions, like using correct pronouns.?? ? In the second blog of a three-part series from SRI Education’s Student Behavior research program, we explore the significance of pronouns in supporting LGBTQIA+ students and staff. Pronouns are more than grammar—they reflect identity and respect. Using them thoughtfully fosters a culture of care and understanding in our schools.? ? Read the latest Student Behavior Blog post “Supporting LGBTQIA+ Students and Staff: The Power of Pronouns” here: https://lnkd.in/gTwq8pEU??

How do extreme weather events impact early childhood programs and the families they serve? SRI Education's Todd Grindal, co-director of the Center for Learning & Development, and researchers Paul Burkander and Nicholas Ortiz have released a first-of-its-kind study revealing how severe weather disrupts early childhood services. Their findings show that closures leave families without essential support, while the remaining open sites struggle to meet surging demand, often at the expense of developmental screenings and other critical services. "These programs need to have the same level of priority as hospitals, police departments, and emergency services," said Grindal. Learn more https://lnkd.in/gDEN5zXr.

We invite you to the IDIO 2024 Encore, a virtual event to reconnect with the key themes and sessions from this year’s Improving Data, Improving Outcomes (IDIO) Conference! Session 1 is December 17! If you missed the chance to join us in New Orleans or couldn’t attend certain sessions, the IDIO 2024 Encore is a great opportunity to deepen your learning. Join our virtual sessions each month from December 2024 through March 2025. IDIO 2024 Encore will feature a mix of plenaries, concurrent sessions, and DaSyTalks focused on enhancing data systems and improving outcomes for young children with disabilities and their families. Learn more by visiting https://lnkd.in/gZ6raqsi #Data #ECE #SpecialEducation

How did the COVID-19 pandemic shape research in child care and early education, and what lessons can we carry forward?? ? A new publication titled “Child Care and Early Education Research during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Lessons Learned and Future Considerations”, featuring insights from SRI Education’s Margaret Gillis, explores the pandemic’s far-reaching effects on CCEE research.?? ? Researchers from nine Office of Planning, Research and Evaluation (OPRE)-funded projects, gathered by Child Trends, discuss adaptations they made to continue studies amidst unprecedented disruptions. From shifting methodologies to maintain health and safety standards to rethinking participant engagement, these adaptations not only enabled studies to continue during a critical time but also opened new avenues for enhancing research quality.?? ? This brief highlights practical adjustments that could benefit future studies and offers the field a roadmap for resilient and adaptable research practices moving forward.? ? Read more by visiting https://lnkd.in/gxq9JJmN??

Virtual assessments for young children with disabilities have introduced new ways to understand and support their development, while also presenting unique but not unsurmountable challenges.? ? Kathleen Hebbeler, Senior Principal Education Researcher at SRI Education’s Center for Learning and Development, will present SRI’s research on this topic in the session, “Conducting Virtual Authentic Assessment with Young Children with Disabilities” at the Annual Bright Start International Conference in London, England on Saturday, November 23.?? ? As part of the INTECA project. Kathy and her team interviewed nearly 70 state and local administrators, practitioners, and families of young children with disabilities to learn about their experiences with virtual assessment.? This session will share insights and lesson learned from the INTECA project, offering ideas to make virtual authentic assessments more effective.? ? Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gMGetSwq?? ? Visit INTECA’s website for additional resources: https://inteca-idea.org?

Virtual assessments for young children with disabilities have introduced new ways to understand and support their development, while also presenting unique but not unsurmountable challenges.? ? Kathleen Hebbeler, Senior Principal Education Researcher at SRI Education’s Center for Learning and Development, will present SRI’s research on this topic in the session, “Conducting Virtual Authentic Assessment with Young Children with Disabilities” at the Annual Bright Start International Conference in London, England on Saturday, November 23.?? ? As part of the INTECA project. Kathy and her team interviewed nearly 70 state and local administrators, practitioners, and families of young children with disabilities to learn about their experiences with virtual assessment.? This session will share insights and lesson learned from the INTECA project, offering ideas to make virtual authentic assessments more effective.? ? Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gMGetSwq?? ? Visit INTECA’s website for additional resources: https://inteca-idea.org?

SRI Education has been awarded a $33.75 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to continue leading The DaSy Center for the next five years, strengthening our commitment to supporting data systems that improve outcomes for young children with disabilities. Since 2013, the DaSy Center has been a trusted national resource, partnering with state agencies to enhance data systems for infants, toddlers, and young children under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This grant renewal allows DaSy to further improve data collection, streamline systems, and advance family engagement to ensure children with disabilities receive tailored support. Our commitment to optimizing outcomes for young learners remains strong, and we look forward to deepening our impact nationwide. To learn more about how the DaSy’s work is transforming early childhood special education across the country, check out the full story here: https://lnkd.in/gBWmAYku.

We’re excited to share new findings from SRI Education researcher Sheresa Blanchard and her colleagues, featured in the Early Childhood Education Journal from Springer Nature. ? The article, “Early Educators and COVID-19: Reflections on Well-Being,” explores the challenges and resilience of early childhood educators during the pandemic.?? ? Read the full article to learn more about how educators’ well-being has been impacted and what we can do to support them moving forward.?? ? Access the publication here: https://lnkd.in/eJ9BeEcd

Discover how innovative instructional strategies can enhance self-directed learning in online and hybrid STEM courses from the Postsecondary Teaching with Technology Collaborative’s webinar, “Building Students’ Motivation and Learning Skills in Online Courses,” on Thursday, November 14, 2024, from 2-3:15 PM ET.?? ? The PostSec Collaborative is a partnership of SRI Education, the Community College Research Center at Columbia University's Teacher's College, Achieving the Dream, and nine broad-access colleges and universities. Hear from Jessica Mislevy, Krystal Thomas, PhD, and Paul Burkander of SRI Education, alongside Renzhe Yu (Teachers College, Columbia University) and Paige Lee Roseman (Wake Technical Community College) as they share real-world examples of engaging online learning experiences at this webinar.? ? Register now: https://bit.ly/40nFvmT?? ? Learn more about the Collaborative here: https://postseccollab.org/?? ? #EdTech #HigherEd #STEM #OnlineLearning?

Who really decides which educational products make it into classrooms?? ? In a new blog from the LEARN Network, SRI Education’s Keena W. uncovers that while teachers and school leaders are deeply involved in selecting educational tools, the voices of students, parents, and community members are often left out. This gap in the procurement process means valuable insights from those most impacted by these tools are missing from key decisions.?? ? This blog highlights why including a wider range of voices in procurement is essential for meeting diverse learning needs and fostering a more inclusive educational experience.? ? Read the blog, “Who Picks Educational Products? Including Unheard Voices in Procurement” here: https://lnkd.in/gF9ut7Wa