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EQUITY#1
The principle of fairness in education, ensuring all students receive the resources and opportunities they need to succeed.
EQUALITY#2
The state of being equal, often misunderstood in education as providing the same resources to all, regardless of individual needs.
EQUITY AUDIT#3
A comprehensive evaluation of school policies and practices to identify and address disparities in educational access and outcomes.
POLICY ANALYSIS#4
The systematic evaluation of policies to determine their effectiveness and impact on educational equity.
INCLUSIVE EDUCATION#5
An educational approach that values diversity and ensures all students, regardless of background, are welcomed and supported.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT#6
The process of involving community members in decision-making and initiatives to enhance educational equity.
DATA COLLECTION#7
The systematic gathering of information to inform equity audits, including quantitative and qualitative methods.
STAKEHOLDER#8
Individuals or groups with an interest in educational outcomes, including students, parents, teachers, and community organizations.
IMPACT ASSESSMENT#9
Evaluating the effects of policies and practices on student outcomes to identify areas for improvement.
DISPARITIES#10
Inequities in educational access, resources, or outcomes that affect marginalized groups.
CULTURAL COMPETENCE#11
The ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
CRITICAL THINKING#12
The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue to form a judgment, essential for policy analysis.
REFLECTIVE PRACTICE#13
The process of self-examination and evaluation of one's actions to improve future practice.
BEST PRACTICES#14
Evidence-based methods and strategies that have been proven effective in promoting equity in education.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA#15
Standards or benchmarks used to evaluate the effectiveness of policies and practices in achieving equity.
USER GUIDE#16
A document that provides instructions on how to implement and use the equity audit tool effectively.
PILOT TESTING#17
The trial implementation of an equity audit tool to gather feedback and make necessary adjustments before full-scale use.
EQUITY GAP#18
The difference in outcomes between different groups of students, often highlighting areas needing improvement.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT#19
Ongoing training and education for educators to enhance their skills and knowledge in promoting equity.
ADVOCACY#20
The act of supporting or arguing for a cause or policy, particularly in the context of educational equity.
COLLABORATION#21
Working together with various stakeholders to achieve common goals in promoting equity in education.
EVALUATION FRAMEWORK#22
A structured approach for assessing the effectiveness of policies and practices in achieving educational equity.
ACTIONABLE RECOMMENDATIONS#23
Practical suggestions derived from equity audits that can be implemented to improve educational practices.
QUALITATIVE DATA#24
Non-numerical information that provides insights into experiences, opinions, and motivations related to equity.
QUANTITATIVE DATA#25
Numerical information that can be analyzed statistically to identify trends and measure equity outcomes.