EDU 5690 Data and Program Analysis to Improve Teaching and Learning
Making decisions based on data has become a key component for improving instruction in schools. The importance of data-driven decisions is dependent on asking the right questions to help clarify the issues involved, and to identify solutions to areas that need improvement. How to collect data, analyze it and use the data will be the main focus of this course. Diagnosing strengths and weaknesses across grades and vertically through schools will help teachers align curriculum and link instruction for the improvement of teaching and learning. The integration of technology to help develop instructional strategies for school community will assist schools to meet learning standards for all students. After analyzing data for school improvement, the course will culminate with a project examining and comparing a public-school district in New York State. The projects presented will represent a diversity of districts. A field experience will be a component of this course. Field experience hours will be tallied throughout the SBL course of study. Cumulative field experience hours from courses (other than the internship) may not exceed 100 hours. The difference will be added to the internship experience requirement for a program total of 250 hours. The field experience includes experiences in districts serving students at different developmental levels and with a variety of characteristics and socioeconomic backgrounds. Along with a 2-page summary outlining the field experience, candidates must complete the portfolio which is a Chalk & Wire benchmark and Advanced Certificate requirement.
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