A systematic process to identify and analyze community needs, strengths, and resources.

Disparities in educational access, quality, or outcomes among different groups within a community.

Methods and techniques used to gather information for analysis and decision-making.

Creating structured documents that advocate for specific actions or funding to address identified needs.

Involving community members in the assessment process to gather insights and foster support.

Individuals or groups with an interest in the outcomes of the community needs assessment, such as educators and local leaders.

The process of creating questionnaires to collect data from a target audience effectively.

Methods for conducting one-on-one discussions to gather qualitative data.

The process of interpreting collected data to identify trends, gaps, and insights.

A comprehensive survey of existing research relevant to community needs and educational gaps.

Software or methods used to analyze numerical data and draw conclusions.

Creating charts and graphs to represent data findings clearly and effectively.

Feedback and perspectives gathered from community members during assessments.

Trial runs of surveys or interviews to refine questions and methods before full implementation.

Principles guiding the responsible gathering and use of data, ensuring participant confidentiality.

Documents summarizing data analysis findings, conclusions, and recommendations.

Essential elements that make a proposal persuasive, including clarity, evidence, and community relevance.

The process of sharing findings and proposals with interested parties to gain support.

A strategy for involving community members in the assessment and proposal processes.

A comprehensive document summarizing the assessment process, findings, and proposed solutions.

Questions designed to encourage self-assessment and critical thinking about learning progress.

Inclusive practices that ensure diverse community voices are heard and considered.

Methods for incorporating input from peers and stakeholders to improve proposals.

Guidelines ensuring that reports and proposals meet accepted quality and formatting expectations.

Strategies for maintaining community involvement and support after the assessment is completed.