Data Demystified: From Numbers to Narratives in Your Classroom |December 5, 2025|8:30 AM-11:30 AM CT
Do you feel a pang of anxiety when you hear the word "data"? For many educators, the thought of numbers, spreadsheets, and complex analysis can be overwhelming, leading to "data dread" and a feeling of not knowing where to begin. If this sounds familiar, this session is for you!
Designed to transform your relationship with data, "Data Demystified" goes beyond intimidating statistics to reveal the practical, non-threatening, and deeply insightful ways data can illuminate your students' learning journeys. Drawing on actionable insights from Ryan Estrellado's The K-12 Educator's Data Guidebook, the human-centered approach of Shane Safir's Street Data, and the clear explanations of Charles Wheelan's Naked Statistics, explore what data truly means in education and how to leverage it for real impact.
You'll leave this interactive session equipped with:
- A broader understanding of data, from quantitative trends to the rich qualitative "street data" you already encounter daily.
- Practical, low-stakes strategies for noticing patterns and asking meaningful questions about student information.
- Confidence to use data as a powerful tool to inform your instruction, personalize learning, and celebrate growth, moving from mere numbers to compelling stories of student success.
- No more data dread and increased data confidence!
Join us to discover how simple insights can lead to significant impact in your classroom and beyond.
Thisvisession includes AI-enhanced tools.
Dr. Erin Lawson serves all of our member districts by developing tailored learning opportunities and professional development programs. Erin has 20+ years of education experience in a variety of roles including lead professional learning specialist, 6th-grade teacher, district technology coach and Director of Professional and Program Development. Erin is deeply passionate about creating relevant and engaging professional learning opportunities for educators.
For additional information about this event, please contact Brian Lankheit blankheit@edplus.org.
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