Analytics Framework for K-12 School Systems

Abstract

With the growth in the use of information systems in schools and school systems, there has been a significant increase in the volume and variety of data that are captured, stored, and harnessed to improve student learning and school effectiveness. Most school systems are in a nascent stage in implementing analytic initiatives to create more value for students, parents, and the broader community. Guiding frameworks to assist schools and school systems are still in the early stages of development. This chapter proposes and builds a case for a new analytics framework for school education systems. This chapter proposes a six-lens educational analytics framework based on a successful implementation in a large school system in Australia. Examples from empirical analysis are provided to demonstrate its relevance and value to a range of internal and external stakeholders and as a practical guide for school leaders and teachers embarking on major analytics initiatives.