Editorial article for the special issue on data-based decision making around the world: from policy to practice to results
Year: 2012
Type: editorial
Abstract: This editorial article briefly examines the importance of data-based decision making. It discusses the definition as well as rationale for data-based decision making, its purposes, the use of data at different levels of the educational system, and possible promoting and hindering factors of effective data use. It also examines the effects of data use, intended effects (e.g., increased student achievement), as well as unintended consequences (e.g., cheating with tests). We end with suggestions for new research priorities.
Authors: Kim Schildkamp, Melanie Ehren, Mei Kuin Lai
Institutions: University of Twente, University of Auckland
Language: English
Subfield: Information Systems and Management
Field: Decision Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2148413078