Big Bad Data: Addressing Common Myths and Educator Concerns About MTSS Data
Educators go into the classroom because they love students, not necessarily because they love data! With the heightened focus on test scores and accountability, it is understandable that teachers, school leaders, and district administrators might approach data with trepidation or think that it takes the focus off of students as human beings. But good data analysis DOESN’T turn teaching into a cold or impersonal practice. In fact, data literacy is a key component in continuously improving instructional practices and helping each unique student achieve success in the classroom.
In this webinar, we addressed common concerns about MTSS data and provide practical strategies to help educators embrace data as an essential part of teaching and learning.
Join this webinar to learn:
- Common myths and concerns around MTSS data
- The benefits of a strong data literacy culture and how it can improve student outcomes
- How to make data-informed decision-making more practicable and efficient for teachers, school leaders, and district administrators.
Note: this webinar is part of our April series, "Seize the [MTSS] Data!" Click here to learn more and register for the 3-part series.
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Meet the Presenters

Dr. Eva Dundas
Chief Product Officer at Branching Minds
Dr. Dundas has a Ph.D. in developmental and cognitive psychology from Carnegie Mellon University where she conducted research on how the brain develops when children acquire visual expertise for words and faces. Her research explores how the relationship between neural systems unfolds over development.

Larissa Napolitan
Content Marketing Manager, Branching Minds
Larissa Napolitan is the Content Marketing Manager for Branching Minds and the host of Branching Minds' podcast "Schoolin' Around." She holds Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction and Education Administration from Emporia State University and she is passionate about telling the stories of educators and all that they do to support students.