Driven by data: a practical guide to improve instruction

Driven by Data offers valuable tips and general guidelines about data-based methods and the difficulties surrounding the implementation of data-driven instruction. Through a CD-ROM, this guidebook provides all the tools needed to launch data-driven instruction effectively, such as an implementation rubric, meeting agendas, calendars, assessment templates, and more. Written by Paul Bambrick-Santoyo, who has worked with over 1,000 schools across the nation, the book clearly shows how to maneuver through assessments and statistics. Bambrick-Santoyo offers vital tips, such as: how to create a data culture, how to run a successful data analysis meeting, how to write quality assessments, and how to deal with resistance from your teachers. The book also includes twenty case studies of high-performing schools. School leaders will find this resource useful for achieving remarkable results and immense gains, regardless of the school's background, leader, or demographic.

Part One : The framework -- Assessment: where's the bar for learning? -- Analysis: diving deep: what happened and why? -- Action: changing teaching to enhance learning -- Culture: creating conditions for success -- Overcoming obstacles: frequently asked questions -- Part Two : Leading professional development on data-driven instruction -- Leading professional development : how do you make it stick? -- Framework : professional development agendas and activities -- Assessment : professional development agendas and activities -- Analysis : professional development agendas and activities -- Action : professional development agendas and activities -- Culture : professional development agendas and activities -- Agenda for leadership workshop: putting all the pieces together in a comprehensive workshop.