Quality Rating and Improvement Systems: Stakeholder Theories of Change and Models of Practice Study Report, Expert Panel Reflections and Recommendations

This paper reports on a study clarifying the different state QRIS model – what they look like, how the states describe their purposes, how they differ in inputs activities, outputs and outcomes. It also includes insights and reflections from a BUILD Think Tank, QRIS 3.0, where nearly two dozen national, state and local leaders, providers and researchers came together to hear the results of the research and to discuss critical questions and next steps in QRIS development. The paper also includes eight recommendations for next step activities.