The Data Guidebook for Teachers and Leaders

Tools for Continuous Improvement
Eileen M. Depka - Elmbrook Schools
The Data Guidebook for Teachers and Leaders
February 2006 | 112 pages | Corwin
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Collect multiple forms of data and connect data to improved student achievement!

Are you looking for new ways to use data in the decision-making process? Are you seeking tools that provide better flow-through from data to improved student achievement? Have you ever considered including students in the data-to-improvement cycle? Schools recognize that data is an essential decision-making tool, but it requires teamwork and reflection to reap the maximum benefits. This guidebook offers practical collection and analysis methods and templates as well as tips for building trust and working together. 

The Data Guidebook for Teachers and Leaders accentuates the importance of data collection of multiple types, not just from standardized tests, and analysis within any educational setting. In addition to addressing the practical aspects of data usage, the author presents innovative ideas for

  • Introducing students to the data analysis cycle
  • Helping students learn how data impacts student achievement
  • Sharing day-to-day data within departments and schools to improve weekly test scores
  • Making data and results accessible to all team members

Data becomes a dynamic tool for change when you learn how to incorporate it into your continuous improvement process.

Contents

List of Figures

List of Figures

Preface

Preface

About the Author

  • 1. Data-Based Decision Making and the Improvement Process
  • What Do the Experts Say?
  • The Process
  • The Improvement Cycle
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 2. Data Collection
  • What Should Be Collected?
  • Creating a Balance
  • Must-Have Data
  • Tools: The Three “T’s”
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 3. Delving Into the Data
  • Getting a Closer Look at Data
  • Defining a Purpose
  • Creating an Atmosphere of Acceptance
  • Planning and Implementing the Data Delve
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 4. Standardized and State Test Data
  • Reporting Data
  • Comparing Response Types
  • Item Analysis
  • Promoting Analysis and Discussion
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 5. Using District Assessments
  • District Assessments
  • Collecting the Data
  • Why Collect and Share?
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 6. Rubrics: Data Use and Organization
  • Gaining a Common Understanding: Holistic and Analytical Rubrics
  • Gathering Individual Student Data From Rubrics
  • Reporting Results
  • Communicating With Students
  • Evaluating Group Data From Rubrics
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 7. Classroom Assessment Data
  • The Purpose of Collection
  • Grade Book Highlighting
  • Item Analysis
  • Classroom Disaggregations
  • Rubric Results
  • A Systematic View of Classroom Analysis
  • Daily Reflection
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 8. Students and Data
  • Feedback
  • Reflection
  • Charts and Graphs
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 9. Experiencing Success
  • Generate Interest
  • Make Data a Habit
  • Involve Others
  • Promote the Cycle
  • Create an Expectation
  • Expect Change
  • Provide Support
  • Celebrate Success

Bibliography

Bibliography

Index

Index

Description

Collect multiple forms of data and connect data to improved student achievement!

Are you looking for new ways to use data in the decision-making process? Are you seeking tools that provide better flow-through from data to improved student achievement? Have you ever considered including students in the data-to-improvement cycle? Schools recognize that data is an essential decision-making tool, but it requires teamwork and reflection to reap the maximum benefits. This guidebook offers practical collection and analysis methods and templates as well as tips for building trust and working together. 

The Data Guidebook for Teachers and Leaders accentuates the importance of data collection of multiple types, not just from standardized tests, and analysis within any educational setting. In addition to addressing the practical aspects of data usage, the author presents innovative ideas for

  • Introducing students to the data analysis cycle
  • Helping students learn how data impacts student achievement
  • Sharing day-to-day data within departments and schools to improve weekly test scores
  • Making data and results accessible to all team members

Data becomes a dynamic tool for change when you learn how to incorporate it into your continuous improvement process.

Contents

List of Figures

List of Figures

Preface

Preface

About the Author

  • 1. Data-Based Decision Making and the Improvement Process
  • What Do the Experts Say?
  • The Process
  • The Improvement Cycle
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 2. Data Collection
  • What Should Be Collected?
  • Creating a Balance
  • Must-Have Data
  • Tools: The Three “T’s”
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 3. Delving Into the Data
  • Getting a Closer Look at Data
  • Defining a Purpose
  • Creating an Atmosphere of Acceptance
  • Planning and Implementing the Data Delve
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 4. Standardized and State Test Data
  • Reporting Data
  • Comparing Response Types
  • Item Analysis
  • Promoting Analysis and Discussion
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 5. Using District Assessments
  • District Assessments
  • Collecting the Data
  • Why Collect and Share?
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 6. Rubrics: Data Use and Organization
  • Gaining a Common Understanding: Holistic and Analytical Rubrics
  • Gathering Individual Student Data From Rubrics
  • Reporting Results
  • Communicating With Students
  • Evaluating Group Data From Rubrics
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 7. Classroom Assessment Data
  • The Purpose of Collection
  • Grade Book Highlighting
  • Item Analysis
  • Classroom Disaggregations
  • Rubric Results
  • A Systematic View of Classroom Analysis
  • Daily Reflection
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 8. Students and Data
  • Feedback
  • Reflection
  • Charts and Graphs
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 9. Experiencing Success
  • Generate Interest
  • Make Data a Habit
  • Involve Others
  • Promote the Cycle
  • Create an Expectation
  • Expect Change
  • Provide Support
  • Celebrate Success

Bibliography

Bibliography

Index

Index

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Tools for Continuous Improvement

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February 2006 | 112 pages | Corwin

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Collect multiple forms of data and connect data to improved student achievement!

Are you looking for new ways to use data in the decision-making process? Are you seeking tools that provide better flow-through from data to improved student achievement? Have you ever considered including students in the data-to-improvement cycle? Schools recognize that data is an essential decision-making tool, but it requires teamwork and reflection to reap the maximum benefits. This guidebook offers practical collection and analysis methods and templates as well as tips for building trust and working together. 

The Data Guidebook for Teachers and Leaders accentuates the importance of data collection of multiple types, not just from standardized tests, and analysis within any educational setting. In addition to addressing the practical aspects of data usage, the author presents innovative ideas for

  • Introducing students to the data analysis cycle
  • Helping students learn how data impacts student achievement
  • Sharing day-to-day data within departments and schools to improve weekly test scores
  • Making data and results accessible to all team members

Data becomes a dynamic tool for change when you learn how to incorporate it into your continuous improvement process.


Table Of Contents:

  • List of Figures
  • Preface
  • About the Author
  • 1. Data-Based Decision Making and the Improvement Process
  • What Do the Experts Say?
  • The Process
  • The Improvement Cycle
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 2. Data Collection
  • What Should Be Collected?
  • Creating a Balance
  • Must-Have Data
  • Tools: The Three “T’s”
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 3. Delving Into the Data
  • Getting a Closer Look at Data
  • Defining a Purpose
  • Creating an Atmosphere of Acceptance
  • Planning and Implementing the Data Delve
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 4. Standardized and State Test Data
  • Reporting Data
  • Comparing Response Types
  • Item Analysis
  • Promoting Analysis and Discussion
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 5. Using District Assessments
  • District Assessments
  • Collecting the Data
  • Why Collect and Share?
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 6. Rubrics: Data Use and Organization
  • Gaining a Common Understanding: Holistic and Analytical Rubrics
  • Gathering Individual Student Data From Rubrics
  • Reporting Results
  • Communicating With Students
  • Evaluating Group Data From Rubrics
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 7. Classroom Assessment Data
  • The Purpose of Collection
  • Grade Book Highlighting
  • Item Analysis
  • Classroom Disaggregations
  • Rubric Results
  • A Systematic View of Classroom Analysis
  • Daily Reflection
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 8. Students and Data
  • Feedback
  • Reflection
  • Charts and Graphs
  • Closing Thoughts
  • 9. Experiencing Success
  • Generate Interest
  • Make Data a Habit
  • Involve Others
  • Promote the Cycle
  • Create an Expectation
  • Expect Change
  • Provide Support
  • Celebrate Success
  • Bibliography
  • Index

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Did not provide the depth of knowledge needed to fulfill course objectives
Dr Becky Guffin, School Of Education, Northern State University
"Offers a straightforward approach that requires very little statistical experience on the part of the reader. Will be invaluable for educators who are looking for a resource as they 'delve into their own data.'"
Principal Navigator, September 2006
"Portraying data review as collegial conversation in school teams, Depka provides discussion starters, reflective worksheets, follow-up plans and graphics to guide the team's dialogue."
Ronald S. Thomas, Associate Director, Center for Leadership in Education, Towson University, Baltimore, Maryland
"This book is full of examples and tools to enhance the use of data within classrooms, schools, and school districts, and can be used by individuals and groups who work within an educational setting, and would like to know more about data and its connection to continuous school improvement."
From the Preface
"At last, a book on data that both teachers and administrators can use to improve student achievement. Her text and user-friendly forms guide veterans and novices through a process that makes data an integral part of teaching and learning."
Kay Burke, Author/ Consultant

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