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Analytics for Every Classroom

Empowering K-12 teachers with simple, actionable data insights for better student outcomes.

Welcome participants and introduce the purpose of today’s session: using simple analytics dashboards to inform instruction. Mention duration (15 minutes) and high-level agenda.

Learning Objectives

• Understand basic dashboard components
• Interpret key student performance metrics
• Take data-driven actions in your classroom

Review the three learning objectives. Emphasize that by the end, teachers will know how to read a dashboard, interpret key metrics, and apply insights in their classroom.

Why Data Matters

• Personalize learning paths
• Monitor progress in real time
• Identify and address gaps early

Explain why data is essential for tailoring instruction and identifying students who need support. Share a quick anecdote or statistic about improved outcomes when teachers use data.

Dashboard Overview

A typical dashboard includes:
• Filters (by class, grade, date)
• Visual charts (bar, line, pie)
• Data tables with detailed metrics

Introduce the sample analytics dashboard interface. Point out the main sections: filters, charts, and tables.

Key Metric: Student Progress

• View individual and class-level growth
• Track mastery of standards
• Compare current vs. previous periods

Dive into the ‘Student Progress’ metric. Explain how to read growth trends over time and compare against benchmarks.

Key Metric: Engagement & Attendance

• Monitor attendance patterns
• Measure participation rates
• Correlate engagement with achievement

Highlight ‘Engagement & Attendance.’ Show how spikes or dips can signal early warning signs.

Filters & Custom Views

• Apply filters by grade, subgroup, or date
• Save custom views for quick access
• Export filtered data for reporting

Demonstrate how to use filters and custom views to focus on specific groups (e.g., EL students or high-need learners).

Play the short demo video showing a live tour of the dashboard: selecting filters, viewing charts, and exporting a report.

Putting Insights into Action

  1. Schedule weekly data check-ins
  2. Collaborate with peers on trends
  3. Set SMART goals and monitor progress

Discuss next steps: scheduling regular data reviews, collaborating with colleagues, and setting targets based on insights.

Resources & Wrap-Up

Data Detective Toolkit
• Tech support: analytics@district.org
• Next session: Deep dive into intervention tracking

Provide additional resources and encourage participants to explore further support. Invite questions and share contact information.

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