ABSTRACT
We suggest a four-step process when you use data to support your efforts to improve the rigor of your school. We’ll describe several tools you can use during each step.
Step 1: Be clear about what you want to know Step 2: Decide how to collect the data Step 3: Analyze the data Step 4: Set priorities and goals
Being clear about what you want to know will help you clarify the data you want to collect and analyze. We suggest that rather than just saying, “We want to increase rigor,” you divide the task into smaller, more manageable chunks. For example, you might want to begin with a focus on one part of our definition of rigor (e.g., each student is expected to learn at high levels).
