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Maryland ’ s Online IFSP Database

This presentation at the Improving Data, Improving Outcomes Conference in September 2014 discusses Maryland's Online IFSP Database, its history, stakeholder input and updates, current capabilities, navigation, reporting, and help resources. Strengths, challenges, lessons learned, and next steps are also covered.

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Maryland ’ s Online IFSP Database

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  1. Maryland’s Online IFSP Database Presented by Pam Miller, Ed.D., Quality Assurance Specialist Brian Morrison, Ph.D., Part C Coordinator 2014 Improving Data, Improving Outcomes Conference September 9, 2014

  2. MSDE: Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services - September 9, 2014 - Improving Data, Improving Outcomes Conference Database History • Prior to 1995 – Hand collection • 1995-2003 – Designed in FoxPro • 2003-2010- Online IFSP • 2010 to present – Online IFSP current version

  3. MSDE: Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services - September 9, 2014 - Improving Data, Improving Outcomes Conference Stakeholder Input & Updates • Quarterly IFSP User’s Group Meetings • “Provide Feedback” Link • Scheduled Semi-Annual Updates • Maintenance as Needed

  4. MSDE: Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services - September 9, 2014 - Improving Data, Improving Outcomes Conference Current Online Database Capabilities • Accessible Online • Real Time System • Database Structure

  5. MSDE: Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services - September 9, 2014 - Improving Data, Improving Outcomes Conference IFSP Navigation

  6. MSDE: Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services - September 9, 2014 - Improving Data, Improving Outcomes Conference Current Online Database Capabilities • Predefined & Dynamic Reporting

  7. MSDE: Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services - September 9, 2014 - Improving Data, Improving Outcomes Conference Current Online Database Capabilities

  8. MSDE: Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services - September 9, 2014 - Improving Data, Improving Outcomes Conference Online Database Help and Resources

  9. MSDE: Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services - September 9, 2014 - Improving Data, Improving Outcomes Conference MD ONLINE IFSP: Strengths And Challenges From The Field STRENGTHS CHALLENGES Data accuracy/interpretation Continuous training More hardware is necessary with frequent updates Document itself could be more user-friendly Not fully online (signatures) Speed is frequently a problem Increased printing costs Offline solution – must update when changes are made Difficult for staff who are not “techie” • Real-time management tool • Overall raised the bar for higher quality • Can go/take anywhere/convenience • Easier to train new people • Easier to collaborate across agencies • Referrals can be entered “live” • Easier to complete reports and review data • Audits to promote data fidelity

  10. MSDE: Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services - September 9, 2014 - Improving Data, Improving Outcomes Conference Lessons Learned • Internet Access • Local Pushback • Outcomes Wizard • COS Integration • Additional Training on Data Informed Decision-Making

  11. MSDE: Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services - September 9, 2014 - Improving Data, Improving Outcomes Conference Next Steps – Moving MD Forward

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