How Data Literacy is Transforming Schools | Dr. Elizabeth A. Wells

Want to boost student achievement and close learning gaps? 📊 Dr. Elizabeth Wells reveals powerful data-driven strategies that are transforming schools and improving student outcomes!

Join Dr. Elizabeth A. Wells, a dedicated District Math Specialist and Accountability & Assessment Team Coordinator, as she breaks down how data literacy is reshaping education. From analyzing ACT scores to refining instructional strategies, this insightful conversation uncovers how schools use data-driven leadership to achieve lasting success.

🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ How data identifies achievement gaps & informs targeted interventions
✅ The impact of school culture on student performance & motivation
✅ Addressing long-term learning loss post-COVID-19
✅ Success stories: Schools that moved from C to A ratings with data-driven strategies

📢 Don’t miss this essential discussion on leveraging data for educational transformation! 🎯

🔗 Timestamps for Easy Navigation:
0:00 - Introduction to Dr. Elizabeth Wells
2:30 - Dr. Wells’ Journey: From Biology to Math Education
5:00 - The Role of Data in Identifying Achievement Gaps
8:45 - Using Longitudinal Data to Track Student Performance
12:15 - Equity and the Achievement Gap in Education
15:30 - Importance of Data Literacy for Educators
18:45 - The Impact of School Culture on Data Outcomes
22:00 - Addressing the Effects of COVID-19 on Education
26:30 - Transformational Stories of Schools in Mississippi
30:15 - Data-Driven Leadership and Decision-Making
34:00 - Understanding Context Behind Test Scores
38:15 - Collaboration Among Educators and Administrators
42:30 - Using Data to Build Stronger School Systems
46:00 - Moving Beyond Identifying Gaps to Finding Solutions
49:30 - Closing Remarks and Key Takeaways

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