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This tip sheet outlines four research-based coaching practices that have been linked to improved teaching and learning when used within a recursive and job-embedded coaching cycle. The practices include alliance strategies (also known as relationship-building strategies), observing, modeling, and providing performance feedback. By understanding these practices and how they fit in the coaching cycle, coaches […]

This tip sheet introduces a three-step coaching cycle focused on strengthening implementation of effective instructional strategies. It offers practical guidance for applying the coaching cycle to strengthen teacher practice and improve student outcomes. By understanding each step of the coaching cycle, coaches and those who train or support them can more effectively address the needs […]

This practice guide is designed to help states develop high-level written procedures for the IDEA Part B parentally-placed private school proportionate share requirements. Specifically, this document provides states with guiding questions, sample language, and applicable resources to consider when developing written procedures. The practice guide may also be useful in determining whether existing state procedures […]

This tool aims to empower state educational agency (SEA) fiscal staff and enhance their capabilities by offering a framework to implement the requirements related to the allowable use of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part B federal grant funds. The decision trees will provide consistency in decision-making regarding the allowability of specific cost items.

Session 5 NCSI presented the fifth session in our Research to Practice Spotlight Series focused on the key findings from a comprehensive meta-analysis examining writing interventions for students in the elementary grades. Drs. Collins and Ciullo shared practical, evidence-based approaches that states, professional development providers, and local education agencies (LEAs) can use to better support […]

This quick reference guide supports states in understanding the IDEA private school proportionate share requirement. It outlines the requirements, clarifies the roles of state educational agencies (SEAs) and local educational agencies (LEAs) in its implementation, and provides guidance on calculating the proportionate share of funds.

NCSI has created TA Center Adapted Protocols for Part B and Part C Fiscal Management for State Agencies with Primary Fiscal Responsibility. The protocols are developed and organized in the following way— Question: Overarching area and question related to the monitoring component. General Information: A listing of statements about what the State would need to […]

Session 4 NCSI presented the fourth session in our Research to Practice Spotlight Series. This session focused on intervention for elementary students struggling in math, including students with disabilities. We reviewed the evidence-based recommendations in the What Works Clearinghouse practice guide Assisting Students Struggling with Mathematics: Intervention in the Elementary Grades and facilitated discussions on […]

This tool is designed to identify the required components of a compliant federal GAN as noted in 2 CFR § 200.332(a). It is formatted as a checklist so that state staff can self-assess the compliance of their own GANs and mark off items as appropriate.

NCSI has created TA Center Adapted Protocols for Part B Discipline and Behavior. This protocol is developed and organized in the following way—A section description and questions to consider related to the monitoring component. The protocol includes the following topics:Background/Legal RequirementsAf. Addressing the Behavioral Needs of Children with DisabilitiesB. General Discipline RequirementsC. Manifestation DeterminationsD. Interim […]