Date of Award
Spring 5-12-2022
Degree Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
School
Education
Committee Chair
Dr. Kyna Shelley
Committee Chair School
Education
Committee Member 2
Dr. David Lee
Committee Member 2 School
Education
Committee Member 3
Dr. Chuck Benigno
Committee Member 3 School
Education
Committee Member 4
Dr. Richard Mohn
Committee Member 4 School
Education
Abstract
The following quantitative research study was conducted to determine if differences exist between “A-rated” and “F-rated” districts in Mississippi when it comes to how data are used for preparation of student academic achievement, how that data is used to influence instruction, and what beliefs school leaders have concerning the development of a data-based decision-making culture. Mississippi was chosen based on its unique accountability model.
The survey method was used for this study. Over 100 school leaders from across the state participated from 12 different school districts. Their responses provided some indication of the differences that exist between “A” and “F” rated school district leaders. The results showed a significant difference in the self-efficacy of school leaders in their beliefs about their ability to interpret and use data. There was not a significant difference in the organizational support that these school leaders provide.
Copyright
Duke, 2022
Recommended Citation
Duke, Teresa, "MISSISSIPPI SCHOOL ACCOUNTABILITY, INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP, AND DATA USE; A FORMULA FOR SUCCESS" (2022). Dissertations. 1973.
https://aquila.usm.edu/dissertations/1973