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Download full textData Quality Campaign, 2012
Since 2007 the Oregon DATA Project has been investing resources to provide educators on-the-job training around effective data use to improve student achievement. New evidence shows that their efforts are paying off. A 2011 Oregon DATA Project report detailed the impact of their investment in the state's educators, finding the following: (1)…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Faculty Development, Research Utilization, Data Interpretation
Peer reviewedWard, Thomas J. Jr.; Clark, Henry T. III – Journal of Educational Research, 1991
A study compared the influence of four missing data techniques on three published analyses of the High School and Beyond data (reexamining public- versus private-school achievement). Results indicated that use of data-replacement techniques affected the conclusions of the three studies examined. A small positive effect favoring private schooling…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Data Interpretation, High Schools, Private Schools
Armstrong, Jane; Anthes, Katy – American School Board Journal, 2001
The Education Commission of the States conducted interviews in six school districts in five different states (California, Colorado, Iowa, Maryland, and Texas) to understand how districts can use data most effectively. These districts had used data to dramatically improve student achievement. Districts that make wise use of data have strong…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Data Analysis, Data Interpretation, Databases
Peer reviewedMeyer, John W.; Baker, David P. – Sociology of Education, 1996
Analyzes the use of relevant international data to inform educational policy. Notes that such data can be used to extend research on school effects by incorporating comparative data, by evaluating the trade-offs involved in attempts to raise national achievement levels, and by broadening the range of international data. (MJP)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Data Collection, Data Interpretation, Educational Development
Norton, Bernie, Ed.; Greco, Jim, Ed. – 2002
This publication is a guide for districts and schools moving toward a standards-based educational system. The information is based on a model developed in California. Chapter 1 explores the concepts and research underlying standards-based education. Chapter 2 guides the reader through standards, tests, and accountability measures. Developing a…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Standards, Accountability, Data Interpretation
Sacramento City Unified School District, CA. – 1986
This report analyzes surveys and studies using a management information system developed in 1985-86 by the Sacramento (California) school district. Objectives were to facilitate policy decisions and to provide a database for assessment of student achievement, district progress, and the district's long-range plan. The report is presented in nine…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Board of Education Policy, Data Interpretation, Decision Making
