evidence-check

Classify product evidence against ESSA tiers and generate a gap analysis and one-tier action plan.

1|Updated Mar 31, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/savvides/edtechfounderstack --skill evidence-check
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Skill: evidence-check
Source: https://github.com/savvides/edtechfounderstack/tree/main/skills/evidence-check
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/savvides/edtechfounderstack --skill evidence-check

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Help founders and product teams accurately classify their empirical evidence against ESSA tiers, identify gaps between current proof and buyer requirements, and produce a concrete, achievable plan to move up one evidence tier.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured evidence triage: Interactive questioning to map testimonials, usage, pre/post data, matched comparisons, and RCTs to ESSA Tier 1–4.
  • Audience-aligned guidance: Tailors required evidence and timelines to buyers such as districts, universities, or investors.
  • Actionable transition plans: Provides concrete Phase-by-Phase plans (Tier 4→3, 3→2, 2→1), cost/time estimates, and quick wins founders can execute immediately.
  • AI-native considerations: Detects AI-central products and adds behavior-change evidence requirements and measurement strategies.

Quick Start

Describe the evidence you have, the outcomes you measure, who you need to convince, and whether you have a research partner so I can classify your current ESSA tier and recommend the next steps.

Frequently Asked Questions about evidence-check

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I classify my edtech product's evidence against ESSA tiers?

To classify edtech evidence against ESSA tiers, map your available data types—testimonials, usage, pre/post, comparison groups, or RCTs—to ESSA Tiers 1–4. The system triages your evidence and outputs a current-tier judgment, gap analysis, and a one-tier action plan.

How do I move my edtech product from ESSA Tier 4 to Tier 3 evidence?

Moving from ESSA Tier 4 to Tier 3 evidence requires executing a phase-by-phase transition plan. The system generates actionable steps, cost and time estimates, and quick wins to advance one evidence tier by designing correlational studies or pilot programs.

What is ESSA evidence gap analysis for K-12 edtech pilots?

ESSA evidence gap analysis identifies the missing proof between your current empirical data and buyer requirements. It assesses existing pilot, correlational, or quasi-experimental data and highlights what is needed to satisfy district, university, or investor decision-makers.

Do AI-native edtech products need different ESSA evidence requirements?

AI-native edtech products require different ESSA evidence requirements. The system detects AI-central products and adds specific behavior-change evidence requirements and measurement strategies to standard empirical classifications.

Can I use this to plan a randomized controlled trial for an edtech product?

You can use this to plan a randomized controlled trial for edtech products. It provides tailored guidance and required evidence timelines to help founders and research partners design RCTs targeting ESSA Tier 1 compliance.