the data analysis process based on the wida training data analysis workshop: focus on classrooms...
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1. Establish a PurposeTRANSCRIPT
The Data Analysis Process
Based on the WIDA training “Data Analysis Workshop: Focus on
Classrooms” presented by Don Bouchard
1. Establish a Purpose
• Identify a purpose for data analysis and gather the data you need for the task
• Pose a question to guide the data analysis process
1. Establish a Purpose
2. Create a Visual
• Summarize the data by organizing it in ways that help your analysis
• Visualize the data using a bar graph, pie chart, plotting points, etc
2. Create a Visual
3. Identify Trends
• Document observable patterns that emerge within the data and make note of questions that arise.
• Observe and record what the data is telling you. Then document questions based on the observations.
3. Identify Trends
4. Make Hypotheses
• Suggest reasons or causes for the patterns you observe in the data.
• Use the phrase “We believe…”• Document additional questions that arise.
4. Make Hypotheses
5. Take Action
• Identify additional data needed, steps to improve patterns and/or ways to build on positive trends.
• Create an action plan that attempts to answer the questions you’ve been asking.
5. Take Action
• Begin with “I will…”• Address four areas:
1. why this is important2. your plan3. accountability4. additional data needed.
5. Take Action