Acknowledgments

The members of the Metadata Task Force of the National Forum on Education Statistics would like to thank everyone who reviewed drafts of this document or otherwise contributed to its development. This includes the Forum Steering Committee, the Forum Technology (TECH) Committee, members of the National Forum on Education Statistics, and Lee Hoffman and Richard Struense of the National Center for Education Statistics. Additionally, the task force wishes to thank Tim Webb of the Tennessee Department of Education; and Rebecca Kaye, formerly of the U.S. Department of Education. Frances Erlebacher edited the document and the Creative Shop provided layout and design services.