Author Jason Williams develops a framework that balances data-based decision making with a deep consideration for addressing students' unique needs to foster improved learning outcomes. Focusing on five qualities integral to a healthy data culture, Williams offers educators a simple, reliable way to assess and reconsider their data practices to ensure a positive school environment that empowers them to gather, analyze, and respond to student data with reasonable urgency and increased efficiency.

• Identify clear student learning targets to create effective assessments for data collection
• Plan and manage time strategically to ensure efficient data collection and analysis
• Establish a culture of trust to facilitate open and honest data discussion and sharing
• Promote transparency of data to develop well-informed, responsive action plans
• Embrace a tenacious spirit through the trials and errors of school improvement