Data detectives: The case
of the Informational text
Data alone can’t tell us what to do next, but it certainly helps us ask the correct next questions
This series takes you inside real data mysteries—cases pulled straight from classrooms and hallways. Each episode puts you in the detective’s chair, where every score, observation, and student moment is a clue.
School leaders, coaches, and teachers: grab your trench coat, tip your fedora, and follow the evidence. The trail leads to sharper instruction, clearer insights, and better outcomes for every learner.
View articleTopics: Assessment, Insights & reports, Instructional strategies
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