Author Jason Williams develops a framework that balances data-based decision making with a deep consideration for addressing students’ unique needs to foster improved learning outcomes. Focusing on five qualities integral to a healthy data culture, Williams offers educators a simple, reliable way to assess and reconsider their data practices to ensure a positive school environment that empowers them to gather, analyze, and respond to student data with reasonable urgency and increased efficiency.
K–12 teachers and administrators can use this book to:
- Identify clear student learning targets to create effective assessments for data collection
- Plan and manage time strategically to ensure efficient data collection and analysis
- Establish a culture of trust to facilitate open and honest data discussion and sharing
- Promote transparency of data to develop well-informed, responsive action plans
- Embrace a tenacious spirit through the trials and errors of school improvement
Contents:
Introduction
Chapter 1: Shifting Mindset From Data-Driven to Student Driven
Chapter 2: Becoming a Targeted Team
Chapter 3: Becoming a Timely Team
Chapter 4: Becoming a Trustful Team
Chapter 5: Becoming a Transparent Team
Chapter 6: Becoming a Tenacious Team
Chapter 7: Taking Action
References and Resources
Index