Research+Questions

What research questions do you have?

What are the needs of the current job market? Which skills or “talents” do employers find lacking in the emerging work force? What fields will be popular in 10, 20, or 30 years?

Is there any current research that indicates the best format (media, etc) to engage different types of learners? Are there any studies/documentation about individualized instruction in the public school setting? What are other school districts doing that has proven results? How do HCISD graduates perform in college-- what percentage qualify for the college they prefer (SAT, ACT scores)? what percentage graduate from college? what percentage have to take remedial courses when they enter college? How do HCISD graduates, not attending college, perform in the work force-- what percentage do NOT attend college? what types of jobs do they go into? What types of jobs do they WANT to go into? what types of jobs does (will) our region offer for high school graduates? what type of vocational classes does HCISD offer? What percentage of our students are currently involved? What types of vocational classes do other school districts offer?

What does a personalized education plan look like in districts that have this implemented? How do they monitor the plans? Can the success of using personalized education plans be measured? How?

What are the needs of 21st century learners? What case studies are available that depict an exemplary "21st century classroom"? What technology is needed to support a 21st century classroom? What does a personalized educational plan look template like at the elementary, middle, and high school level? "Ditto" on the what does a PEP look like in other districts and is it successful? What information is needed to develop personalized educational plans? How are personalized educational plans communicated to parents? What accountability is in place for personalized educational plan? What resources do teachers need to implement personalized educational plans in the classroom? How does all of this relate to CScope (the district's scope and sequence)?