EDL 632 Utilizing Data to Inform Decision Making

In this course candidates study the methodologies, assumptions, and the techniques for various types of data collection and analysis used by continuous improvement. The course begins with an overview of ethical data collection then moves to a deeper examination of qualitative data collection methodologies as well as quantitative methodologies. Throughout the course candidates participate in their own data collection projects to develop a practitioner’s knowledge of research, evaluation, and data use for improvement. Pre-requisite(s): Admissions to a NLU doctoral program or permission of the EDL Doctoral Program Coordinator. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 semester hours

Credits

3