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Early childhood learning and development

SRI Education’s nationally recognized experts study the practices and systems that nurture young children’s learning and development. Together with organizations serving young children and their families, our researchers and technical assistance specialists conduct ground-breaking research and support high-quality early learning programs.

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  • Telepractice for Part C early intervention services: Considerations for effective implementation and Medicaid reimbursement

    The purpose of this report is to provide information about the use of telepractice as a delivery method for EI services and the process for Medicaid reimbursement. States can use the state examples, resources, and information in the four Appendices to develop their own state-specific policies, procedures, and written guidance for using Medicaid dollars to reimburse for telepractice.

  • Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Predict Young Learner Online Learning Engagement

    The recent surge of online language learning services in the past decade has benefitted second language learners. However, there is a lack of understanding of whether learners, especially young learners, are engaged in online learning, and how educators can enhance the engagement of the online learning experience.

  • Sparking Connections: Evaluations of Mobile Messaging on Responsive Caregiving

    Mobile messaging programs are a low-cost, scalable approach to building parents’ knowledge and capacity to support their children’s development. These programs directly deliver simple and straightforward information, tips, and activities that parents can incorporate into daily routines.

  • Findings from a two-year effectiveness trial of the Science Notebook in a Universal Design for Learning Environment

    This cluster randomized control trial examines the effects of the Science Notebook in a Universal Design for Learning Environment (SNUDLE) on elementary school student science academic achievement and motivation outcomes.

  • IXL Math: Nonregulatory ESSA Standards Evidence Review & What Works Clearinghouse Standards Review

    IXL contracted with SRI Education for an independent review of a quasi-experimental study they conducted: “Assessing the Impact of IXL Math over Three Years: A Quasi-Experimental Study.” The study author conducted a retrospective analysis to investigate the extent to which school use of IXL Math during a three-year period was associated with higher rates of proficiency on statewide assessments. SRI determined that this study provides moderate evidence for IXL Math efficacy in grades 3-8 over a three-year period according to the ESSA levels of evidence provided by the U.S. Department of Education guidelines.

  • Data Snapshot 1: Preschoolers with Disabilities in Subsidized Child Care in California: 2015-2019

    This infographic summarizes key findings on children ages 3 through 5 years with disabilities in subsidized early learning and care in California. The data are from the Child Development Management Information System (CDMIS) from 2015 to 2019. Included in the analyses are children who participated in the California State Preschool Program, Alternative Payment, California State Preschool Full Day, California State Preschool Part Day, CalWORKS Stage 2, CalWORKS Stage 3, Family Child Care Home, General Child Care, General Migrant Care, Migrant Alternative Payment, and Severely Handicapped.

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