Advancing Education with Evidence of Impact - Methods for Measuring the Impact of Technology

School systems around the world are navigating a complex set of priorities—from addressing unfinished learning and retaining exceptional educators to ensuring students develop the digital skills needed for an evolving future. These challenges require thoughtful, intentional approaches. While there may not be a single solution, equipping schools with the right tools is an important first step. In this context, many leaders are making significant investments in technology with the promise of transforming learning. But one critical question remains: How do we know it’s working? This session supports school and system leaders in moving beyond assumptions of impact toward a clear, evidence-informed understanding of how technology shapes teaching and learning. Grounded in Apple’s approach to innovation in education, participants will explore how to capture meaningful evidence at the point of learning, connect that evidence to shifts in pedagogical practice, and identify patterns of impact across classrooms and systems. Leaders will leave with a practical framework to measure what matters—aligning technology investments with student experiences, instructional priorities, and system goals—and the tools to communicate a clear, compelling story of impact to stakeholders. When leaders start with the question of impact, technology becomes more than a tool—it becomes the foundation for meaningful, measurable change in learning.