Types of data collection tools commonly used in educational settings, especially for making informed decisions

Education TechnologyNyuchi Education ServicesData-driven Decision Making
Written By Bryan Fawcett

Survey Tools

  1. Google Forms - Easy to use and integrate with other Google Workspace tools.

  2. SurveyMonkey - Provides a range of customizable templates and analytics.

  3. Qualtrics - Advanced survey tool with robust analytics features.

Assessment Software

  1. Kahoot! - Popular for creating interactive quizzes.

  2. Socrative - Provides real-time feedback and can generate reports.

  3. Turnitin - Primarily for plagiarism detection but also includes grading features.

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

  1. Managebac - Specifically designed for IB schools; it offers curriculum planning, assessment, and reporting.

  2. SchoolsBuddy - An all-in-one management tool for extra-curricular activities, communications, and payments.

  3. OpenApply - Admissions and enrolment software that streamlines applicant flow and boosts admissions processes.

Data Analytics Platforms

  1. Tableau - Enables you to create and distribute an interactive and shareable dashboard.

  2. Google Analytics - Useful for tracking website and web application data.

  3. Microsoft Power BI - Converts data across a wide range of sources into coherent, visually immersive, and interactive insights.

Data Collection Apps

  1. iPads/Tablets with styluses - Useful for in-class assessments.

  2. Clickers - Interactive classroom aids that can collect instant responses from students.

  3. Attendance Scanners - Devices for quick attendance data.

Specialized Education Tools

  1. Edsby - A modern, cloud-based LMS for K-12 school districts.

  2. Seesaw - A student engagement platform for sharing classroom activities and assessments.

  3. Renaissance Star Assessments - Provides reliable, accurate estimates of students' skills and abilities.

Observation and Interview Tools

  1. Audio Recorders - Useful for qualitative research through interviews.

  2. Video Cameras - Helpful for classroom observations, focus group discussions, or interviews.

Other Specialized Software

  1. SPSS - Widely used for statistical analysis in social science.

  2. JMP - Statistical software suite for data visualization and analytics from SAS.

These tools are tailored to fit different needs and can be very helpful in collecting, analyzing, and leveraging data for decision-making in international schools.

Bryan Fawcett

Passionate IT specialist and problem solver with 10+ years managing and advocating for technology in education. Life experience from growing up in Africa has afforded me the skills to be resourceful, levelheaded, adaptable and an initiator in complex and stressful situations. Seeking to leverage leadership, problem-solving skills and expertise to ensure growth stability, and security in business environments.

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