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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.