
Data Dives: How to Use Data to Your Advantage
A Session by datadrivendyonne (Instructional Coach & 6-12 ELA Teacher, COTG Consulting Agency)
About this Session
The US has an adult population of 308.7 million adults
According to the Gallup Poll from the US Department of Education, 54% or 165 million US adults, between 16 and 64 years old, have low literacy skills (below a 6th-grade level).
More than 20% or 1 in 5 of US adults, aged 16-74, have limited literacy proficiency at or below the 6th-grade level.
More than 30% or one in three US adults, ages 16-74, have limited numeracy proficiency or are below the 6th-grade level.
"Data Dives: How to Use Data to Your Advantage" equips educators and school leaders to analyze and apply data effectively, enhancing instructional strategies and driving student success. This session offers practical approaches for leveraging assessment data, tracking performance metrics, and implementing accountability measures that promote continuous improvement.
Participants will learn to interpret test results and analyze student performance data to identify trends, address learning gaps, and refine teaching practices, including making cross-curriculum connections. A deeper understanding of these insights enables educators to set measurable goals and empower students to take ownership of their learning progress.
The workshop fosters teacher-facilitated environments where students actively engage in their educational journeys. Teachers will guide students in interpreting their data and making informed choices about their learning pathways, which builds confidence and accountability.
Educators can identify areas for growth and ensure that each student benefits from effective instruction tailored to their unique needs by developing informed decision-making strategies. Transforming data into a resource for teachers and students creates equitable, student-centered learning environments. Join us to explore how data can enhance teaching, learning, and student ownership of success.