“Success Indicators” is a comprehensive, downloadable tool designed to empower educators with the data they need to enhance student learning outcomes. This initial student profile tool is essential for collecting and analyzing both cognitive and non-cognitive data points throughout the Opening Period of the school year. By leveraging this tool, educators can make informed decisions and tailor their teaching strategies to meet the specific needs of each student in their classroom.
Key Features
- Holistic Data Collection:
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- Gather cognitive data through diagnostic assessments.
- Collect non-cognitive data from anecdotal and observational sources.
- Establish a baseline understanding of students’ emotional and social competencies.
- Dynamic Student Profiles:
- Update student profiles weekly with new datasets.
- Track the maturation of student thinking and learning progress.
- Identify students struggling with critical skills such as reading to learn and note-taking.
- Informed Decision-Making:
- Utilize collected data to inform lesson planning and remediation strategies.
- Conduct PLC (Professional Learning Community) discussions based on new data streams.
- Develop intentional and targeted curriculums tailored to the current capabilities and needs of students.
- Actionable Insights:
- Gain a clear picture of which students are learning effectively and which are not.
- Observe the level of student thinking to provide appropriate support.
- Ensure all teaching efforts are intentional and aligned with students’ specific learning requirements.
Target Audience
“Success Indicators” is designed for:
- School Principals: To oversee the effective implementation of data-driven teaching strategies across the school.
- Education Administrators: To support teachers and ensure the alignment of teaching methods with student needs.
- Teacher Leaders: To lead PLC discussions and spearhead efforts to collect and utilize student data for improved learning outcomes.
By incorporating “Success Indicators” into your educational toolkit, you ensure that every decision is backed by solid data, paving the way for a more effective and personalized educational experience for each student. Download now and take the first step towards transforming your teaching strategy with actionable insights.
The free tools provided on this site are pulled, in part, from our recent book Turning Around Turnaround Schools, Volume 2 – Embracing the Rhythm of the Learner Year. If you have questions about how to use any of these tools, please feel free to contact us, or check out the book, available on amazon.com.
About Post Author
Frank Desensi
Frank DeSensi is the founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Educational Directions, LLC. which consults with schools and school districts in the southeastern and mid-western United States. A retired educator, Frank spent 35 years in a variety of teaching and administrative positions. He taught at the university, college, secondary, and middle-school levels; worked in the central office as a curriculum specialist; and held both principal and assistant principal positions. From 1993 to 1998, Frank served as a Kentucky Distinguished Educator, helping to turn around schools that were labeled in decline or in crisis under the provisions of the Kentucky Education Reform Act. Frank helped develop the STAR training program for new DE’s and served as a trainer in the Kentucky Leadership Academy. He jointly holds patents for three data-management systems for schools.