CORRELATIONAL RESEARCH
Goal
Collect preliminary evidence that connects the product's usage to intended outcomes.
Guiding research questions
What is the relationship between use of the product and intended outcomes?
Is there a correlation between use of product and improved outcomes?
Duration
~4-5 months
Prerequisites
Must have a written theory of change or logic model based in and documented with existing literature
All classroom technology integrated
Capable of supporting dozens of schools
One or more years of demonstrated use by at least 350 end users
Consistent usage (some level of fidelity among end users)