Building cross-cultural competency through evidence.
Tiered Supports: Data Analysis
How do I use data as a support?
Critical to the problem-solving framework is the analysis of various data to determine errors, plan for improvement, and progress monitor trajectory. A critical part of this process is error analysis––the systematic examination of student work, assessments, observations, and progress-monitoring data to identify the specific types of errors students make and the conditions under which those errors occur. Error analysis helps educators distinguish between conceptual errors (the student does not yet understand the underlying concept), procedural errors (the student understands the concept but applies it incorrectly), and language-based errors (reading, vocabulary, or language demands interfere with demonstrating understanding). It also helps determine whether the challenge reflects a true skill deficit, inconsistent performance, or contextual factors such as instruction, opportunity to learn, or engagement.
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