Equity-Centered Assessment
IGDIs are rooted in equity and have maintained this commitment since the inception of the bilingual measures in 2012. We recognize that maintaining equity in our work is an ongoing effort and we continue to update, adapt and revise the measures as we learn how to demonstrate antiracism in work and practices.
IGDI LAB EQUITY-INFORMED DESIGN
What Makes Us Different
Community-Centered Approach
- Community partners help shape research questions, methods, and interpretations
- We center the voices of those historically marginalized in assessment design
- Bias review panels with diverse community members evaluate all materials
Methodological Rigor
- We employ advanced statistical methods to detect and eliminate bias
- Focus on criterion-referenced benchmarks rather than norm-referenced comparisons
- Multilingual measurement designed for authentic language use, not just translation
Accessibility and Inclusion
- Assessment tools available in multiple languages and culturally relevant contexts
- Designed for accessibility across diverse learning styles and abilities
- Affordable and accessible to programs with diverse resource levels
Continuous Antiracism Commitment
- Ongoing antiracism training for all research team members
- Regular equity audits of our tools, practices, and organizational structure
- Transparent sharing of our equity journey, including missteps and learnings
Participate in our Research
We are constantly conducting research to improve our assessment tools and ensure they meet the needs of diverse communities. By participating in our research, you can help shape the future of equitable early childhood assessment.
How you can participate:
- Join our research participant pool
- Participate in focus groups and interviews
- Provide feedback on assessment materials
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