What I’ve Learned:
Common Data Formats for CTE
- Dashboards & Scorecards – Visual tools that present program outcomes, student performance, and industry certifications at a glance.
- Reports & Briefs – Summarized findings shared with stakeholders (e.g., district leaders, advisory boards, and industry partners).
- Infographics & Data Storytelling – Engaging ways to communicate student success and program impact to the community and policymakers.
- Interactive Data Portals – Online platforms allowing stakeholders to explore enrollment trends, completion rates, and workforce alignment.
Best Practices in Data Sharing
- Ensure clarity and accessibility—data should be easy to interpret for various audiences (educators, industry partners, students, and parents).
- Use real-time and longitudinal data—tracking student progress over time improves decision-making.
- Align data with state and federal reporting requirements while making it actionable for local program improvement.
- Incorporate stakeholder feedback—industry and educators can provide context to the data for better insights.
How I Plan to Apply This:
- Develop a dashboard that tracks certification pass rates, job placements, and enrollment trends.
- Use infographics to present data in a digestible format for school and district leaders.
- Incorporate student success stories alongside data to create a compelling narrative for stakeholders.
- Host data review sessions with instructors to discuss improvement strategies based on trends.
- Explore partnerships with local businesses to align data on student skills with workforce needs.
