SRI Education

In honor of Disability Pride Month this July, we are reaffirming our commitment to inclusive education. Funded by the U.S. Department of Education, the Innovative Technology for Early Childhood Assessment (INTECA) project, led by Kathleen Hebbeler, Ryan Grimm, Ph.D., Sheresa Blanchard, Amanda Reeve, and Geneva Dischinger-Smedes, is transforming how technology supports authentic assessments for young children with disabilities. Learn more about INTECA here: https://inteca-idea.org/.

Do you want to gain a deeper understanding of how well your middle school students are grasping key programming concepts like variables and control structures? Formative assessments can shine a light on their progress and pinpoint challenges, but finding assessments tailored to CS standards can be tricky.     Join SRI Education researcher Satabdi Basu at the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) 2024 Annual Conference on July 17, 2024, from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM for an interactive session on using formative assessments to diagnose students’ learning barriers.    In this session, we will break down programming standards for variables and control structures into easy-to-understand learning targets, show you how to use assessments to identify student challenges, review examples in different programming languages, and give you access to classroom-tested tasks and rubrics. Participants will also get hands-on practice interpreting student work with these tools.    Learn more by visiting https://lnkd.in/gXA7Fcmz. #CSTA2024

Discover how Coordinated Eligibility and Enrollment (CEE) is transforming access to early childhood programs for families. By enhancing service coordination, simplifying systems, and clarifying enrollment procedures, CEE removes barriers and promotes equitable access to essential services.     In this 3-part video series, join SRI Education researchers Wei-Bing Chen and Howard Morrison as they explore the impact of CEE on family access to early childhood care and education.    Watch now and learn more about CEE by visiting https://lnkd.in/gRt3FfpJ.

STEM is shaping the 21st century with unprecedented innovation and opportunities, but these opportunities aren't equitably shared. Tune into the latest episode of The SRI Homeroom podcast as Andrea Venezia joins host Kori Hamilton Biagas to discuss STEM systems and education. They explore how initiatives like The NSF Eddie Bernice Johnson INCLUDES Coordination Hub advance equity and positive change. Andrea shares her journey with INCLUDES, blending social science, policy, and equity-driven systems change within the STEM ecosystem. Explore the various challenges and opportunities across K–12 education, higher education, labs, industry, and incarcerated settings. Join Andrea and Kori in honoring the legacy of the late Honorable Eddie Bernice Johnson and her impactful contributions to STEM. 🎧 Listen to the episode now: https://lnkd.in/grREYPa6 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe to The SRI Homeroom on your favorite podcast app!

Check out the new Region 4 Comprehensive Center website aimed at expanding and diversifying the educator workforce.    This curated website, developed by SRI in partnership with Policy Studies Associates (PSA), offers a selection of evidence-based resources from leading national organizations, designed to help State and Local Education Agencies recruit and retain diverse educators.    Given the significant impact that teachers have on students, especially teachers of color, these resources address every stage of the educator pathway. Access the site to explore resources that align with your needs and support your efforts to enrich the educational experience for all students.     Visit this webpage to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gdtpZkFC.      #DiversityInEducation #CulturalResponsiveness #educatorpathways

The LEARN Network has released the first in a series of action-oriented research briefs to help product developers navigate the process of creating evidence-based educational products and achieving widespread, equitable, and sustainable impact    In this brief, SRI Education’s Morgan Solender, Erin C Smith, Jessica Mislevy, and Ela Joshi, PhD share findings on what drives school and district decision-makers to procure products, who is involved in the decision-making process, and what information sources they rely on. They also offers practical takeaways for developers to scale their evidence-based products effectively.    Read the brief from the LEARN Network here: https://lnkd.in/gPiiK3WM.

At SRI Education, we honor Pride Month by reaffirming our commitment to supporting LGBTQ+ students and fostering inclusive educational environments. In celebration of Pride Month, the Student Behavior Blog newest post shares an invaluable resource from the Central East MHTTC and the National Center for School Mental Health (NCSMH).     The "Implementing Policies and Practices to Support LGBTQ+ Youth in Schools" 2-part webinar series focuses on addressing the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ youth. Gain insights into systemic factors contributing to mental health disparities, learn about anti-discrimination policies, and explore strategies for creating safe and affirming school environments.     Check out a recording and PowerPoint slides of Part 1 and register for Part 2 on July 9 here: https://lnkd.in/gUsxYvQS.

Coordinated Eligibility and Enrollment (CEE) is an exciting systems-building strategy that can enhance family access to early childhood care and education programs. By making services more coordinated, simplifying system navigation, and ensuring transparent enrollment processes, we can achieve improved and more equitable access.     In the third and final video of a three-part series, Wei-Bing Chen and Howard Morrison from SRI Education discuss critical considerations for CEE implementation. Discover key facilitators and potential barriers, including relationship building, sustainable funding, and supportive leadership.    Watch Part 3 here: https://lnkd.in/gwE9j4FN 

SRI Education researchers will present their work at the National Research Conference on Early Childhood (NRCEC) 2024, hosted by the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), from June 24 to 26 in Arlington, VA. The research presented at NRCEC 2024 aims to fill knowledge gaps in various programs supporting young children and their families. The conference will feature the latest findings and their implications for policies and practices across Head Start, Early Head Start, child care, home visiting, child welfare, special education, pre-kindergarten, early elementary education, and other early childhood initiatives. View a list of our presentations and authors below! View the full program here: https://lnkd.in/gu5DDsVq. #NRCEC2024

Our researchers will be presenting their work at the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Live Conference, taking place from June 23–26 in Denver, Colorado. Join the LEARN Network on Monday, June 24 at 10am Mountain Time for "How Evidence Informs School and District Procurement Practices". Jessica Mislevy, Ela Joshi, PhD, Erin C Smith, and Keena W. will share how schools and districts select ed-tech products, the role of evidence in these decisions, and effective strategies to help educators choose products that best meet their students' needs and contexts. On Wednesday, June 26 at 10:00am Mountain Time, join Andrea Beesley for "Design-Based Implementation Research for Addressing Problems of Practice in Technology". Explore the collaborative and innovative approach of Design-Based Implementation Research (DBIR). Learn how DBIR focuses on shared educational challenges and leverages implementation evidence to address real-world problems in technology integration. We look forward to connecting with you at ISTELive 24 in Denver. Learn more about our presentations by visiting https://lnkd.in/g3-Uwt5p. #ISTELive