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Transforming Education with Effective Data Use
Sep 11, 2024
Notes on Education and Data Use
Introduction
Importance of preparing children for the future.
Need to address overwhelming statistics in education.
Understanding the Statistics
Break down statistics into manageable information.
Use data to help students navigate complex decisions.
Key Questions for Parents and Educators
How are my kids doing?
What works to get children on track for success?
Are students learning enough each year?
Cost of making students college and career ready?
Outdated Paradigm in Education
Current data is:
Inaccurate
Expensive to obtain
Difficult to transport
Flows only upwards (to policymakers)
Comparison with Other Fields
Healthcare: Multiple doctors can access portable data.
Business: Strategic data gathering tailored for resource optimization and ROI.
Law Enforcement: Use data to preemptively identify issues.
New Paradigm Needed
Education needs a system where data is:
Contextual
Reliable
Timely
Portable
Flows in all directions
Benefits of a New Data Approach
Tailoring data to understand current status and future directions.
Instant notifications for deviations from the path.
Ensures children are on the right path.
Conclusion
Most states have data to answer educational questions.
Urgency in utilizing data effectively.
"Data is power" – we must use it to guide children’s education.
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