Data Collection in Evaluation

Evaluation collects data in many ways, and always collects data in multiple ways from multiple sources. Examples of some data
collection methods and purposes are:

• behavior observation checklist to record how frequently teachers use a new teaching reinforcement technique
• interviews with students about their reactions towards a technology-based curriculum
• journals to record student reflections on a new classroom management strategy
• parental and staff surveys to assess opinions about a new policy

On average, we conduct 30 survey research projects every year, involving over 30,000 respondents. Student and parent
surveys are conducted to evaluate school climate. 

Surveys are a frequently used method of data collection to help individual schools fulfill accountability requirements.

Survey design is a careful process to ensure that survey questions are unambiguous and able to yield accurate information.

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