Empowering Educators with Insightful Research

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Explore our research section, where we share valuable insights and findings to enhance educational practices and outcomes. Start with our featured research paper, and stay tuned for more resources to come.

Social Emotional Learning Survey and
Observation Tools for STEM Project-Based
Learning

Johnson, J., & Alvarez, J. (2024). Social Emotional Learning Survey and Observation Tools for STEM Project-Based Learning: Technical Document. Edstar Analytics, Inc.

Books

Explore our curated collection of books designed to empower educators and parents with insights and strategies for navigating the evolving landscape of education.

Rethinking Education: A Journey from Historical Practices to Data Empowerment

This insightful book delves into the significant shifts within educational paradigms by examining the evolving role of cultural, technological, and policy changes in shaping schooling. It traces the journey from a fixed to a growth mindset and discusses how data has transformed educational strategies, particularly emphasizing the role of mathematics education and access to rigorous coursework. By analyzing past practices, it provides a contextual understanding of current educational standards and strategies tailored to North Carolina. This narrative explores how federal funding influences educational policies and practices, making it an essential resource for North Carolina educators aiming to navigate the complexities of modern education effectively.

Empowered Advocacy: Navigating Education and Opportunity in North Carolina

A Guide for Parents of High Schoolers to Maximizing Learning and Future Success

In “Empowered Advocacy: Navigating Education and Opportunity in North Carolina,” parents are guided through their high school children’s educational landscape. This concise book decodes complex educational data, offering parents insights into test results and reducing intimidation from data-heavy discussions with educators.

The book delves into high school math course options, clarifying the differences between advanced, standard, and remedial courses. It equips parents to advocate for appropriate math placement for their children.

It also discusses legislation affecting math education, focusing on North Carolina, to help parents ensure their children have access to advanced courses. Dr. Lee Stiff’s perspective challenges the outdated idea that only certain students excel in math, advocating for equitable access to rigorous math education.

Additionally, the book explains key differences between high school graduation requirements and college admission criteria, stressing the importance of strong math skills for various community college career paths.

“Empowered Advocacy” is a valuable resource for parents, providing a clear understanding of educational data and encouraging them to actively engage in their children’s academic journey.

Unlock a Wealth of Knowledge

Welcome to our Educational Video Playlists! Here, you’ll find a curated collection of free resources designed specifically for educators. Our YouTube channel features a variety of playlists covering essential topics such as grant writing, data analysis, Excel basics, math instruction, high-stakes testing strategies, and advanced Excel techniques. Explore the playlists below to enhance your teaching skills and support your professional development. Empower your educational journey with these valuable resources.

High Stakes Testing

These short lessons are designed to fill in the gaps in understanding of basic mathematical concepts that many very intelligent people missed.  The topics covered here were identified in a multi-year research study of students enrolled in college algebra and students being tutored for post-secondary high-stakes math tests.  The study found that straightforward explanations of these concepts along with concrete examples resulted in a greater than 90% pass rate.  Additionally, some students went on to be successful in majors that required several college-level math classes.

Edstar Analytics Case Studies

We have nearly three decades of experience helping the education sector with funded programs.

Please click the image links below to view our case studies. Some are contained within publications,
please use the table of contents to locate based on the titles below.
If you have any questions about the publications
below, please email janet@edstaranalytics.com.

Case Study

Edstar Analytics worked with the School Improvement Team at Wake Forest Roseville Middle to help them use data.

Case Study

Dropout Prevention – Why ASCA National Model Foundation is Important

Case Study

Edstar Analytics Success Stories Presentation: Five Examples of Impact from Decades of Our Experience