Monday, December 12, 2011

Using Data to Improve Instruction

Teachers are being pushed to analyze data to improve instruction. Some call it a softer way of saying "teaching to the test." Whatever you call it, the fact is that most teachers are expected to show that they are using data to improve instruction. Most professional development on this topic is geared towards using data to improve standardized-test instruction. However, some teachers do really want to use data to improve classroom instruction. Where does a teacher like that begin? Check out HP Teacher Exchange's brief video on using data to improve classroom instruction:
http://h30411.www3.hp.com/sessions/48726-Using_data_wisely_in_the_classroom?mcid=Twitter

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