The 4 Disciplines of Execution model will be used to create a Pl plan to implement technology on a Blending Learning Bilingual Program at Blanton Elementary. This is a pilot project that will be developed by the third-grade dual language teachers.
Focus on the Wildly Important (WIG)
Duration: The PL will be cyclical and the duration will be according to the abilities of each teacher. The goal is to completely implement the Blended Learning system over a period of two years.
Support: During the implementation stage, teachers will receive support from the school tech coordinator and peer support that addresses the specific challenges of changing classroom practice. We already have devices (Chromebook) in the ratio of two to one, and the bandwidth is appropriate for the proper functioning of all the devices
Engage: Teachers will be engaged through varied technologies approaches and active participation.
Modelling: Coaches will assist teachers to understand and implement new practices.
Specific: Teachers will choose what they want to learn, and it will be appropriate to their grade-level. There will be some non-negotiables such as the LMS, it will be Canvas that is available through the district.
Act on the Lead Measures
The WIGs will be set by the team. We will have to create lead measures as a group to reach our WIG. There will be short, medium, and long-term goals. Lead measures will be influenceable and predictable.
Keep a Compelling Scoreboard
If we want to know if we are improving, we must measure or objectives. The scoreboard will be simple, visible, and it will show lead and lag. The participants will be able to tell if we are reaching our goals or not.
Create a Cadence of Accountability
We will hold a weekly WIG meeting and it will last no longer than 20-30 minutes.
References
Gulamhussein, A. (2013). Teaching the teachers effective professional development in an era of high stakes accountability. Center for Public Education. PDF File. Retrieved from http://www.centerforpubliceducation.org/Main-Menu/Staffingstudents/Teaching-the-Teachers-Effective-Professional-Development-in-an-Era-of-High-Stakes-Accountability/Teaching-the-Teachers-Full-Report.pdf
McChesney, C., Covey, S., & Huling, J. (2012). The 4 disciplines of execution: Achieving your wildly important goals. New York, NY. Free Press.
