The Individual Student is the Unit of Analysis at TEACH, Inc.
Mar 06
TEACH, Inc. puts individual student growth as the single most important unit of analysis. Student-centered accountability recognizes that what we truly mean by success for all
students is success for each student. Our transformational change coaching helps schools focus on the needs and interests of individual students for appropriate and supportive forms of teaching. We help schools develop frequent (formative) multiple indicators of student performance. We put individual student learning at the center of school accountability.
The capacity to use data is a key element in achieving high levels of student achievement that transforms entire schools and school systems.
1 Data can uncover problems that might otherwise remain invisible.
2 Data can convince people of the need for change.
3 Data can confirm or discredit assumptions about students and school practices.
4 Data can identify areas where change is most needed and guide resource allocation.
5 Data can help schools evaluate program effectiveness-one student at a time.
6 Data can provide the feedback that teachers and administrators need to keep
going and stay on course.
7 Data can prevent over-reliance on standardized tests.
8 Data can prevent one-size-fits-all and quick solutions.
9 Data can give schools the ability to respond to accountability questions.
10 Data can build a culture of inquiry and continuous improvement.