Administrative data/EMIS Working Group
This working group focuses on maximizing the production and reporting of educational data derived from administrative data sources. It will explore innovative approaches in data collection and implement strategies to address data gaps, aiming to increase coverage of SDG 4 indicators while strengthening national Education Management Information Systems. The group will provide guidance and technical assistance to Member States ensuring coordination among data producers and harmonization of different data sources.
Key issues
- Quantity of data: Country does not report data
- Biases: Introduced by combining different types of data sources
- Quality of data: Data do not meet standards
Objectives
- Support innovative approachesin data collection such as the UIS dynamic templates
- Scale-up hybrid approach for use of population data
- Develop tools and guidelines for Member States as capacity building strategy
- Address issues related to groups affected by emergencies and crises: Task Force to develop protocols and standards