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Provides an overview of essential functions for conducting usability testing where needed, determining the need for piloting a new program or intervention, and planning to stage and scale up implementation of a new program or intervention.

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Learn about applications that can make information gathering more efficient, increase useful data, and help you better understand those you serve. 

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Discusses new software and technologies used in child welfare.

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Read recent research on child welfare workforce management, including recruitment and retention, professional development, and organizational culture.

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Use this resource to prompt discussion and adopt a change management approach  during the development of child welfare information systems.

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Explores the task of developing plans to stage and scale up an intervention for implementation on a larger scale in a sustainable way.

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Explores the tasks of routine monitoring and checking in with identified benchmarks or short-term outcomes.

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Use the integrated Theory of Change video workbook to record your questions and ideas for changing practice, which you can then use to apply the theory of change development process at your agency.

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Theory of Change discussion and activity guide  to support knowledge and skill development for individuals and teams and facilitate team discussion and targeted action planning.

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Consult this video series and companion discussion guide to get different perspectives on building trust and supporting family well-being.