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Leveraging Open AI for Comprehensive Analysis of School Climate Data in Miami-Dade County
Discover how AI supports a Mixed Method analysis of the School Climate Survey responses from 14,000 teachers, 115,000 students, and 22,000 parents. Miami Dade is the third largest school district in the US with 350,000 students and 336 Title I schools. This approach integrates quantitative analysis of Likert-scale questions with qualitative analysis of open-ended responses by leveraging AI-powered Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques to extract insights from text data. While the quantitative analysis of the Likert-scale questions has been facilitated using traditional statistical methods, the analysis of the large open-ended text responses has been challenging and time-consuming. By leveraging AI-powered NLP tools to extract key themes, sentiments, and topics from the text data, the analysis of large volumes of text data was possible, thus enabling researchers to corroborate their findings and gain a more nuanced understanding of stakeholders' perceptions and experiences.
This talk was presented at:
2026 National ESEA Conference
February 2026
in
Denver, CO
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Speakers
Omar Riaz
Dr. Omar Riaz is a seasoned educator and respected leader in educational administration, with specialized expertise in assessment, research, data analysis, school leadership, and policy studies within Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Holding a doctorate in Educational Administration, Dr. Riaz brings a strong foundation in research methodologies, data analytics, and educational policy to his work. He leads key initiatives related to school climate surveys and mixed-method research designs, and is widely recognized for his expertise in school improvement efforts. His work emphasizes the use of data-driven practices to inform teaching and learning, ensuring that instructional decisions are grounded in evidence and aligned with student needs. Dr. Riaz’s commitment to ethical leadership and fostering a moral vision for the global educational community reflects his dedication to continuous improvement and student success. As Assistant Superintendent, he applies his comprehensive knowledge to support effective policy implementation and school transformation strategies, while contributing valuable insights that advance positive, data-informed educational environments.
Tarek Chebbi
Dr. Tarek Chebbi holds a Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from Florida International University, specializing in Educational Technology and Research. As the Executive Director of the Office of Program Evaluation at Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Dr. Chebbi oversees large-scale surveys, program evaluations, and research initiatives. He has received honors and awards for his publications and presentations at educational conferences. Dr. Chebbi has an extensive teaching experience of more than 20 years at FIU. He has taught courses in Educational Research, Mathematics Education, and Educational Technology. Dr. Chebbi’s expertise includes data analysis, evaluation of educational programs, and survey development. He is a member of several professional and educational organizations.
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