Data Driven

Data Driven

Books

Videos

Books

Title

 Using Data to Close the Achievement Gap: How to Measure Equity in Our Schools
Author Ruth S. Johnson
Publisher Corwin Press
Copyright 2002
Description The author shows how data is instrumental not only in targeting areas for improvement, but also in offering insights into the necessary steps to foster positive change and create a culture of high achievement for all students, especially those students who have traditionally been overlooked.  An indispensable reference for any school undergoing a quality review process, this reader-friendly manual presents practical how-to’s for analyzing data and developing a strategy that empowers teachers and administrators with an equal opportunity for success.
Reference Number DD100

 

Title

 Data-Driven Instruction
Author Lance E. Bedwell
Publisher Phi Delta Kappa Educational Foundation
Copyright 2003
Description This fastback discusses the need for implementation of data-driven improvements in K-12 schooling by teachers.  Teachers need to become more systematic in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data in order to facilitate high-quality decisions more consistently.  It is believed that a high-quality data-collection program is likely to do more to improve instruction than any other innovation.
Reference Number DD101

Videos

Title

 Accountability for Greater Student Learning
Author Douglas B. Reeves
Publisher Video J
Copyright
Description Volume ten issue one, of The Video Journal of Education outlines then guidelines proven to help educators develop a sound internal system of accountability and improvement. The guidelines include: Identifying an accountability task force, articulating accountability principles, researching existing systems, deciding on a design for the system, conducting a critical review to avoid pitfalls, selecting district-wide accountability indicators, determining school-based indicators, creating accountability reports, building the central office into the accountability system, and making data-driven decisions.
Reference Number DD1001

 

Title

 Data Driven Decisions to Improve Results
Author Mike Schmoker
Publisher Video J
Copyright
Description
Reference Number DD1002

 

Title

Using Data to Close the Achievement Gap
Author Ruth S. Johnson
Publisher Video Journal
Copyright
Description

Program 1 – Setting Sights on Student Achievement.

Highlights:  -Explore the role of data in changing the academic culture of schools with an emphasis on access and equity for all students.

Topics:  The Achievement Gap; Building Dissatisfaction and Killing the Myths; Data in the Reform Process; and Building Leadership and Data Teams.

Program 2 – Inquiring about Data,

Highlights:  -Equity is tied to the belief that all children can learn.  Inquiring about data and equity will benefit all students.

Topics:  Talking about Data; Examining Outcomes; Assessing Policies, Programs, Interventions, and School Culture; and Will We Know It When We See It?
Reference Number DD1306