Instructional Practices and Global Competencies: Strategies for Educators Jackie MacFarlane Senior Research Associate Policy Studies Associates, Inc.
Study Questions § What can system-level leaders do to promote instruction focused on deeper learning? § What can school leaders do to support instructional practices? § What can teachers do to improve instructional practices? Policy Studies Associates, Inc. 1
Communicating a Vision § Articulate consistent expectations and practices § Adopt common frameworks or strategies Policy Studies Associates, Inc. 2
Using Data to Inform Instruction § Create buy-in for instructional improvement § Identify trends and needs § Prioritize group(s) of students Policy Studies Associates, Inc. 3
Supporting Teachers § Provide common planning time § Offer opportunities to learn from colleagues § Place school leaders in instructional leadership roles Policy Studies Associates, Inc. 4
Collaboration Between Educators § Ensure coherence in policies and practices § Establish continuity between feeder schools Policy Studies Associates, Inc. 5
Continuous Improvement § Be willing to improve practice and try new things § Challenge and engage students through: w Safe learning environments w Multiple points of access w Choices and options w Lessons that are applicable and relatable Policy Studies Associates, Inc. 6
Instructional Practices and Global Competencies: Strategies for Educators § Questions? § Contact Information: w Jackie MacFarlane, Senior Research Associate • jmacfarlane@policystudies.com • 202-939-9782 Policy Studies Associates, Inc. 7
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