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Wayman, Jeffrey C.; Stringfield, Sam; Yakimowski, Mary – Center for Research on the Education of Students Placed at Risk (CRESPAR), Johns Hopkins University, 2004
The No Child Left Behind legislation has drawn increased attention to student data. Data are most useful in educational decision-making when the purpose extends beyond vertical accountability and toward school- and classroom-level decision-making that enhances the experience and achievement of students. This necessarily involves getting practical…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Computer Software, Data Analysis, Information Management
Hoachlander, Gary; And Others – Vocational Education Journal, 1995
Hoachlander look at Perkins accountability requirements and suggests that they can lead to improved programs if they are used correctly. Rader and Quick discuss how to use spreadsheets to keep on top of student portfolios and program data. (JOW)
Descriptors: Accountability, Benchmarking, Data Collection, Program Implementation