Educators need reliable information to better understand children's early experiences and decision-makers need accurate data to make worthwhile investments in early learning. Strengthening pre-K measurement tools, data systems, curricula, and instructional supports can play a critical role in improving kindergarten readiness outcomes for children, especially Black and Latino children and children experiencing poverty. Currently, the early education field lacks measurement tools and data systems that prioritize equity and are reliable, free from bias, value cultural and linguistic diversity, and easy for teachers to use.

http://newamerica.org/education-policy/collections/reimagining-measurement-tools-and-data-systems-to-improve-pre-k-outcomes/

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