Getting Excited About Data : How to Combine People, Passion, and Proof

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Summary: Getting Excited About Data
Review: This is an especially useful book for leaders of school improvement teams in elementary and secondary schools. Holcomb presents techniques for using student achievement data to generate enthusiasm for school improvement. Data analysis for monitoring the success of the school improvement plan is also a featured area within the book. Many practical techniques to use data analysis with school and community groups are provided. The presentation of this material alleviates some fears felt by people who seem apprehensive about data analysis. The style is informal with many personal anecdotes that ease the way into a discussion of data management.

Rating:
Summary: Getting Excited About Data
Review: This is an especially useful book for leaders of school improvement teams in elementary and secondary schools. Holcomb presents techniques for using student achievement data to generate enthusiasm for school improvement. Data analysis for monitoring the success of the school improvement plan is also a featured area within the book. Many practical techniques to use data analysis with school and community groups are provided. The presentation of this material alleviates some fears felt by people who seem apprehensive about data analysis. The style is informal with many personal anecdotes that ease the way into a discussion of data management.