The document discusses BrightBytes, an organization that analyzes educational data and provides recommendations to improve student learning outcomes related to technology use. It describes the CASE module, which is a research-based framework that measures how school technology impacts student learning. The CASE module uses web-based questionnaires completed by students, teachers, and administrators to assess a school's digital learning environment and provides customized technology plans and recommendations. It also summarizes benefits of CASE for superintendents, such as making informed decisions on technology spending and plans.

1. Elizabeth Walker
Assistant Director, Digital Learning

2. What is it?
▪ Service that allows videoconference connections using
only a webcam and microphone
What is it used for?
▪ TETNs, Virtual Field Trips, Dual Credit Classes, and
Videoconferences

3. BrightBytes is a learning analytics
organization that translates complex
data and educational research into fast
actions that improve learning outcomes.
The CASE module measures the impact
of technology use of student learning
outcomes.
Web-based questionnaires
• Students (grades 3-12)
• Teachers & administrators
• Parents (optional)
Questionnaires take less than 15
minutes to complete

4. The CASE Technology Framework
The CASE module is a research-
based framework.
It measures how school technology
programs impact student learning by
outlining the essential factors that
schools need in order to prepare
students for college and career.
The CASE module delivers easy-to-
use, customized technology plans as
well as actionable next steps for
improving technology readiness.

5. CASE for Superintendents
• Choose the right learning technologies for your schools
• Assess the districts’ digital learning environments (House
Bill 5)
• Receive a clear picture of existing technologies within
your schools and their impact on meaningful learning
• Respond quickly to stakeholders on classroom usage,
access, skills, environment
• Make informed decisions on district technology plans and
strategically allocate resources
• Have quick access to data for grant proposals
• Get greater transparency into your technology spending
with the creation of a common language that uses
– Historical trends
– Meaningful metrics
– Personalized recommendations

6. Data Collection Windows
Window 1: October 15th to October 31st
Window 2: January 15th to February 15th
ESC 7 Contact: Elizabeth Walker – ewalker@esc7.net

7. What: Technology trainings
designed specifically for
Superintendents
When: After Superintendent
meetings beginning in October!
Look for registration information
in Friday Superintendent emails
Tech Training for Superintendents