EDEL 7761 Data Analysis for School Improvement

In order to support teachers and school personnel in planning for effective instruction, school leaders must be knowledgeable and proficient in the collection, analysis, and use of student assessment data. This course will provide participants with background, techniques, and practice in analyzing student assessment data with the purpose of making recommendations for curricular and instructional modifications. Additionally, participants will examine the facets of school accountability, including local, state, and federal legislation. A major project will include the development of a collaborative Data Plan at the school or district level.

Registration Name

Data Analysis

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Offered

Online: once per year

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the candidate will be able to:

1. Investigate national, state, and local resources to identify types and sources of student data.

2. Create a chart on sub-group student achievement data to analyze strengths and weaknesses of the instructional program.

3. Design a continuous local school improvement plan based on student achievement data.

4. Develop a professional learning plan to present to faculty the continuous local school improvement plan.