Education Discussion 1 and 2 / Reading Assignment

• Chapters 11-12: Data Analysis for Continuous School Improvement
• How Data Drives Strategies for Improved Student Outcomes (link in syllabus articles section) 
• 4 Steps to Data-based Decision Making for School Improvement 
• James 1:5; Luke 16:10; 2 Corinthians 8:21; Isaiah 43:19
  
  https://www.cem.org/blog/4-steps-to-data-based-decision-making-for-school-improvement

https://www.edsurge.com/news/2024-04-10-how-data-drives-strategies-for-improved-student-outcomes

1Unit 5: Discussion Question 1

• Unit 5: Discussion Question 1 (10 points)
  • Prompt: After reviewing the unit reading material, especially the Program Evaluation Tool, use the following prompts for your discussion:
    • Compare formative and summative evaluation in the context of continuous school improvement, making sure to note differences, as well as address how these evaluations lead to school improvements.
    • Note the best evaluation tools to use to measure specific goals/objectives the school has set for continuous school improvement. Address how a school leader can transform a school from a compliance-based objective to a culture of learning.
  • Requirements: Each response to a classmate must be at least 100 words. Three responses to classmates are required.
  • Type: Threaded format
    

2 Unit 5: Discussion Question 2 

Discussion Questions: Post your initial responses to the discussion forum by Wednesday 11:59 p.m. and respond to the discussion of others by Saturday 11:59 p.m.

• Unit 5: Discussion Question 2 (10 points)
  • Prompt: Use your personal knowledge of school processes, procedure, and/or protocol via your current school situation to discuss the following:
    • How does teacher evaluation affect teaching and learning in your school? What particular procedures lead to increasing teacher success, thereby positively impacting school performance? Teacher performance affects student learning, motivation, and the development of skills. What components could be added to the evaluation process to yield positive outcomes for students?
  • Requirements: Initial posts should be 250-300 words. Each response to a classmate must be at least 100 words. Three responses to classmates are required.
  • Type: Threaded format