Three documents to
support evaluation efforts have been developed: a strategy map, which shows how systems work is connected; an evidence map, which includes questions and themes supporting the strategy map; and an indicators matrix, which identifies how progress will be measured.
For the past 16 years, Julie has designed and
supported the evaluation efforts of community, state, and tribal intervention programs.
Not exact matches
«Outcomes will include a collaborative culture in the program, effective reporting,
evaluation,
support and rigorous monitoring of scientific
effort to promote high quality targeted research to meet the objectives of the program,» the tender document says.
A 2014 study (1), however, found that, despite the 2010 endorsement of 6 national medical societies of a single PPE form as part of an
effort to standardize the screening process, and nearly unanimous public
support for PPE screening by a qualified health care professional before participation in a consistent manner across the country, the medical community is still largely unaware of national sports preparticipation physical
evaluation guidelines and only 11 % of athletes at US high schools are guaranteed to receive a PPE fully consistent with the national standard.
Longer follow - up will reveal the durability of these results, the authors said, and may
support the
evaluation of a first - line approach with ibrutinib and CAR therapy in an
effort to remove the need for chronic therapy.
Last year, an
evaluation of a decadelong $ 250 million program funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) to improve the skills of some 70,000 science and math teachers in 31 states concluded that such
efforts could make a difference — if they were done well, with high - quality materials,
supported by policies, and sustained over many years.
The evidence so far — mainly the career academy
evaluations and a recent study (download) on math - enriched CTE — provides strong
support for continued expansion of career academies, and for extension of the CTE college - and - career approach through
efforts such as HSTW, programs of study that connect secondary and postsecondary education, and the Linked Learning initiative of the James Irvine Foundation.
But, in my view, these «do - no - harm» findings
support continued experimentation with technology - based innovation in K - 12 education, ideally with those
efforts subjected to even more rigorous and timely
evaluation.
Human judgment is very much part of its
evaluation system, which itself is part of a larger
effort focused on sound hiring practices and significant feedback and
supports for educators.
The program development and
evaluation effort should be overseen by an independent, objective group of experts who will not only provide technical
support, but will also ensure that the design, implementation, and interpretation of the work is scientifically sound as well as useful to educators and policymakers.
And while foundations fund
evaluation, convening, policy analysis, and dissemination, very few show any inclination to make any particular
effort to develop multi-skilled scholars or
support the whole panoply of activity.
At the same time, they're wrong to imagine that changing policies regarding teacher
evaluation, school turnarounds, or school choice will deliver as hoped, absent
efforts to help school officials to think differently and then provide the
support they need to tackle rules, regulations, and contracts in new ways.
She built her career providing applied research and
evaluation, training, and technical assistance services to
support schools, districts, state education agencies, and community - based organizations pursuing evidence - based change
efforts.
IZZI HERNANDEZ - CRUZ is an associate consultant with Public Impact, conducting quantitative analyses of school and district performance metrics to
support strong accountability and turnaround
evaluation efforts in both traditional and charter schools.
You'd think the respondents would be more concerned about that, given their very negative take on Washington's
efforts to improve teacher
evaluation — with 81 % strongly believing that federal policy should not «
support teacher
evaluation systems that rely significantly on» student test scores.
And while foundations fund
evaluations, convenings, policy analysis, and dissemination, few make any particular
effort to develop multi-skilled scholars or
support this whole panoply of activity.
Erin McGoldrick serves as the DCPS Chief of Data and Accountability, overseeing the organization's
efforts to create and
support a culture of data - driven decision making, specifically around data systems, assessments, research and
evaluation.
Developing
Evaluation Evidence: An Evaluation Handbook for Educational Leadership Preparation was created to support a variety of program evaluation efforts that involve the collection of both formative and summative evalua
Evaluation Evidence: An
Evaluation Handbook for Educational Leadership Preparation was created to support a variety of program evaluation efforts that involve the collection of both formative and summative evalua
Evaluation Handbook for Educational Leadership Preparation was created to
support a variety of program
evaluation efforts that involve the collection of both formative and summative evalua
evaluation efforts that involve the collection of both formative and summative
evaluationevaluation data.
The 18 - month grant will
support ongoing communication
efforts to assist the than 860 school districts move forward productively with the new performance
evaluation system.
The pursuit of high - quality principal assessment reached a milestone in 2006 with the development of the Vanderbilt Assessment of Leadership in Education, or VAL - ED, a research - validated process created by a team from Vanderbilt University and the University of Pennsylvania, and
supported by Wallace as an
effort to address the lack of valid and reliable principal
evaluation systems.
The new law (E2SSB 6696 - Regarding Education Reform (2010)-RRB-, enacted in
support of the state's
efforts to participate in Race to the Top, requires Washington's Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) to partner with the Washington Education Association, Washington Association of School Administrators, the Association of Washington School Principals, and the Washington State Parent Teacher Association to design a process for improving the state's principal and teacher
evaluation systems.
This
effort is matched by recent priorities of the Teacher Incentive Fund
supporting district - wide
evaluation systems that reward teacher success.
Mirroring Massachusetts's
effort, preparation providers in Utah have designed and piloted the Utah Preservice Teacher
Evaluation Rubric, which delineates the skills and capabilities new teachers should have before leading a classroom independently — for example, being able to work with parents to
support student success.
The University of Florida Lastinger Center for Learning will provide professional development and
support for teachers in Broward and Palm Beach counties; the University of South Florida St. Petersburg will investigate innovative approaches to professional development; and the Consortium for Policy Research in Education (CPRE) at the University of Pennsylvania, which will lead the SunBay
evaluation efforts.
Why principal program
evaluation is important: Learn how program
evaluation can
support continuous improvement
efforts.
She oversees numerous
efforts to contribute to policy research and resource development related to every aspect of managing and
supporting educator talent including recruitment, compensation,
evaluation, distribution and professional development.
In - class and on - the - job practice
supports school improvement planning, intervention planning and management, implementation,
evaluation and sustainability
efforts.
SEDL provides research and
evaluation technical
support to assist policymakers and educators in understanding the impact of school improvement
efforts.
Support each state in developing an action plan for leadership
efforts to improve early childhood teacher
evaluation and formative child assessment.
ASCD
supports some of the proposed changes, including the push for stronger family and community engagement, the extended grant period to allow for more planning and pre-implementation activities,
efforts to address school climate, and the focus on tying professional development to teacher
evaluations.
The Consortium for Educational Change (CEC) recently received a $ 75,000 grant from the Joyce Foundation to
support communication and engagement
efforts to assist school districts across the state with the continued implementation of the Performance
Evaluation Reform Act (PERA) in partnership with the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) and the Performance
Evaluation Advisory Council... Read More
In addition to ESEA waiver requirements that districts incorporate
evaluation data into personnel decisions (though compensation isn't specified), the Teacher Incentive Fund (TIF), a federal grant program that has allocated over $ 2 billion since its inception, began
supporting state and district
efforts to implement performance - based compensation in 2006.79 Grantees from across the country have included Miami - Dade County Public Schools, Mississippi, Pittsburgh Public Schools, Seattle Public Schools, and Washington, D.C. Public Schools (see Case Study: Lessons From Washington, D.C.'s IMPACT System).
With an assist from LEE, the organization has nearly doubled its investment recently with respect to its lobbying
efforts, spending almost $ 2 million since 2010 on attacking unions, weakening teacher tenure,
supporting more and earlier standardized testing, reducing certification requirements, and encouraging the use of VAM in teacher
evaluation systems.
To
support your
efforts, our veterinarians perform a thorough body condition
evaluation during every physical examination and offer weight loss counseling if needed.
To
support your
efforts, the doctors at Cat Hospital of Chicago perform a thorough body condition
evaluation during every physical examination and provide recommendations based on what we see.
Our
efforts do not stop at the end of the examination and our goal is to provide continued
support to veterinarians, owners and their pets either through referral of the patient,
evaluation of diagnostic tests performed at your clinic, and / or phone consultation regarding your patient.
On the
evaluation I turned in, I was very honest and let them know I could not
support their
efforts because of their thoughts on potential model - dog legislation and their 3 - point national initiative.
To
support your
efforts, your Derry veterinarian will perform a thorough body
evaluation during every physical examination and give recommendations based on what we see, including information on proper serving size, nutrient needs, and feeding strategies.
Holland, Michigan About Blog The purpose of the Holland - Hope College Sustainability Institute is to
support growing
efforts to encourage, engage, educate and drive sustainable culture in water and air quality, energy efficiency, land use and environmental innovation using a sustainability framework
evaluation process and other best practices.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Valytics, LLC, City • ST 2010 — Present Test Lead and Software Evaluator Provide test and
evaluation skills that
support DHSS Program Office's Developmental
efforts and oversee functional project integrity and compliance.
Synaptic Pharmaceutical / Lundbeck Research USA, Paramus • NJ 2002 — 2006 Research Associate Facilitated with assistance in the
evaluation and implementation of one new cytotoxicity assay to
support compound profiling
efforts within projects.
Professional Experience GA DFCS Clayton County (Jonesboro, GA) 2008 — 2010 Supervisor • Manage staff orientation and on - going training, including technology, reference materials, and other pertinent information, to ensure a high - quality of public service • Delegate important tasks and assignments to other staff members while providing guidance on relevant expectations and completion timetables as well as
support and experience in job execution • Monitor and document associate performance through the use of monthly
evaluation meetings to address any issues or areas of weakness through focused training
efforts as well as resolve issues and complaints • Perform other important staff management functions, including time records / time off requests, career mentoring, and employee discipline / dismissal when necessary
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)-- Duties & Responsibilities Provide
support to other staff and coordinate all care
efforts while acting as primary point of contact to patients Perform frequent patient
evaluations, including initial and on - going examinations, monitoring and tracking of vital signs, executing various minor procedures, and both administering and tracking medication use per physician orders for an extensive variety of conditions Alert physicians to any change in condition and raise concerns when necessary through accurate communication Communicate effectively with other medical staff, family members and interested parties to facilitate the efficient treatment of patients as well as ensure the timely information flow Collaborate in the development of treatment plans, providing guidance from point of admission through discharge while utilizing initial and on - going assessments to provide correct medical direction Deliver emotional and informational
support to patient, their families, and other interested parties, helping them understand conditions, treatments and potential outcomes Develop and maintain competencies and knowledge of medical techniques, information, conditions, treatments, medications, and potential interactions, participating actively in all continuing education opportunities Utilize and employ knowledge from clinical rotations in MedSurgical, Telemetry, GI, Emergency Room, Post-Partum, Nursery, Internal Medicine, Occupational Medicine, Family Practice and Urgent Care settings Adhere strictly to local, state, and federal health - related laws in the administration of care, the operation and utilization of all medical equipment and procedures, and treatment of patients Address patient and doctor queries, resolving them in an expedited manner
The Chasm Group, LLC and Chasm Institute, LLC (San Bruno, CA) 1997 — 2008 Business Operations Manager • Managed all daily operational tasks for leading multi-million dollar high - tech market strategy consultancy, while providing executive administration to C - level executives and venture capital partners • Developed and managed the firm's annual budget, proposing and implementing expense cuts, producing monthly reports and financial statements, and coordinating with CPA firm for accurate and timely filings • Oversaw all client relationship management
efforts while cultivating new business
efforts from concept to implementation, providing high - quality service in sales
efforts while utilizing new lead tracking system • Negotiated and managed all contracts, stock grants, and financing arrangements, working closely with outside counsel to draft legal documents and resolve LLC - and proprietary - related issues • Led three office space build - outs and two office relocations, managing all aspects of each process under aggressive timeline and budget expectations • Reduced firm telecom expenses by 22 % by streamlining IT objectives, including migration to VOIP phone system, software / hardware purchases, domain renewals, and outsourced technical
support • Directed all phases of staff recruitment while creating and implementing all HR policies and programs, including comprehensive employee benefits plans • Supervised multiple administrative staff members, conducted performance appraisals and wage / salary surveys in comparison to incentive program guidelines, and maintained HR files in accordance with legal mandates • Produced all out - going client invoices in an accurate and timely fashion to increase, cash flow and reduce aging receivables, providing consistent attention to overhead costs and vendor arrangements • Administered all company insurance policies, including E&O, general liability, bonds, partner life and disability, conducting annual benefits reviews and employee / company insurance audits • Obtained necessary certificates for consulting contracts while processing federal, state, and local business reporting requirements to maintain licenses and incorporation status • Directed all marketing
efforts and oversaw logistical aspects of national educational workshop series, utilizing sponsorship arrangements to offset production costs • Transformed «brochure» website into a dynamic tool to better illustrate company opportunities through relevant case studies, as well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility
evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training
efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting
efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative
support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generation
Medical Assistant — Duties & Responsibilities Provide an informed point of contact to patient, communicating effectively with other medical staff and interested parties to facilitate the efficient execution of procedures for patients as well as ensure timely information flow Execute frequent patient
evaluations upon escort to examination rooms, including the monitoring and tracking of vital signs and assistance with minor procedures including EKG, Pap smears, cultures, urinalysis, and others Coordinate all pharmacy - and insurance - related aspects between doctors, physicians, and licensed nursing professionals, including prescription submission, insurance pre-authorization, and referrals Alert physicians to any change in condition and raise concerns when necessary Provide
support and supervision to other staff and coordinate all care
efforts, including material and equipment prep, procedure and appointment scheduling, vaccine administration, patient charting, and records management Collaborate in the execution of all plans of treatment, providing assistance and answering questions related to all instructions for home care Aid in the delivery of informational
support to patients, families, and other interested parties, helping them understand conditions, treatments, and potential outcomes Develop and maintain competencies and knowledge of medical techniques, information, conditions, treatments, medications, and potential interactions Adhere strictly to local, state, and federal health - related laws, as well as facility policies, rules, and procedures, in the administration of care and treatment of patients Address patient and doctor queries, resolving them in an expedited manner, while participating in training practices to continue advanced education and leverage facility resources and personnel Track, file, and view important medical documents, receipts, insurance records, and billing invoices on a daily basis, organizing and managing sensitive files and patient information in an efficient manner Maintain patient files, entering results into respective databases while auditing for accuracy and completion Assist other personnel with various duties as assigned to facilitate efficient administrative and business operations
Improving Child Welfare Outcomes Through Systems of Care Grant Cluster — An Overview (PPT - 160 KB) This PowerPoint presentation from July 2006 provides information on lessons learned from the grantees and from the Center's technical
support and
evaluation efforts.
Program
evaluation has
supported this multifaceted approach in multiple countries and settings.83 Analyses by Nobel Prize — winning economist James Heckman reveal that early prevention activities targeted toward disadvantaged children have high rates of economic returns, much higher than remediation
efforts later in childhood or adult life.84 For example, the Perry Preschool Program showed an average rate of return of $ 8.74 for every dollar invested in early childhood education.85 Targeted interventions foster protective factors, including responsive, nurturing, cognitively stimulating, consistent, and stable parenting by either birth parents or other consistent adults.
Using a mixed - methods approach that relied on administrative and survey data collected from fathers participating in the EFFECT Program, literature reviews, and interviews with key fatherhood stakeholders, program administrators and staff, and fathers, the Child and Family Research Partnership (CFRP) organized its
evaluation of PEI's
efforts to
support fathers into three tiers.
These community teams implement one family and one school evidence - based program that they select from a menu and are
supported throughout their programming
effort by program area specialists and
evaluation experts from their university's Extension System, and prevention scientists and PROSPER implementation coaches from Iowa State University.
ACER's
evaluation of the of the Principal Preparation Program of the Indonesian Ministry of Education and Culture
supports efforts to enhance education quality by improving school effectiveness through better school leadership.