lessons learned from using data teams in schools
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Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
January 07
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Sally I. RileyCurriculum Coordinator
Rochester School [email protected]
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Sally I. RileyCurriculum Coordinator
Rochester School [email protected]
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Robert F. Hanson, Jr.Principal
William Allen SchoolRochester School District
Robert F. Hanson, Jr.Principal
William Allen SchoolRochester School District
Gwen V. GuessAssistant Principal
Chamberlain Street SchoolRochester School District
Gwen V. GuessAssistant Principal
Chamberlain Street SchoolRochester School District
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Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Culture of collaboration,
Data collection process,
Instructional impact, and
Organizational structure.
Culture of collaboration,
Data collection process,
Instructional impact, and
Organizational structure.
The process of using data team meetings to The process of using data team meetings to make decisions about children demands make decisions about children demands both a district and school-wide…both a district and school-wide…
The process of using data team meetings to The process of using data team meetings to make decisions about children demands make decisions about children demands both a district and school-wide…both a district and school-wide…
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In order for data team meetings to be effective and efficient we must…
Establish a culture of collaboration where…
The administrator is seen and acts like any other member
Teachers are leaders (or at the very least contribute to decision making)
In order for data team meetings to be effective and efficient we must…
Establish a culture of collaboration where…
The administrator is seen and acts like any other member
Teachers are leaders (or at the very least contribute to decision making)
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
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In order for data team meetings to be effective and efficient…
The collaborative culture permeates the building and is practiced in all meetings… Faculty meetings are opportunities for
collaborative discourse
Conflict is natural and can lead to a more cohesive group
In order for data team meetings to be effective and efficient…
The collaborative culture permeates the building and is practiced in all meetings… Faculty meetings are opportunities for
collaborative discourse
Conflict is natural and can lead to a more cohesive group
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
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Seven Norms of Collaboration
Seven Norms of Collaboration
Promote a spirit of inquiry Pause Paraphrase Probe Put ideas on the table Pay attention to self and others Presume positive intentions
Garmston, R. & Wellman, B. (1999) The Adaptive School: A Sourcebook for Developing Collaborative Groups. Norwood, MA: Christopher-Gordon
Promote a spirit of inquiry Pause Paraphrase Probe Put ideas on the table Pay attention to self and others Presume positive intentions
Garmston, R. & Wellman, B. (1999) The Adaptive School: A Sourcebook for Developing Collaborative Groups. Norwood, MA: Christopher-Gordon
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Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
What is a group norm?What is a group norm?
A group norm is a behavior that the group believes is essential to it accomplishing its defined
purpose
A group norm is a behavior that the group believes is essential to it accomplishing its defined
purpose
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Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
In order for data team meetings to be effective and efficient...In order for data team meetings to be effective and efficient...
Groups must establish and maintain fidelity to shared norms
Groups need a written plan of how to act in meetings
Groups must stick to the plan in order to be successful
Groups must establish and maintain fidelity to shared norms
Groups need a written plan of how to act in meetings
Groups must stick to the plan in order to be successful
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Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Why do effective groups use norms?Why do effective groups use norms?
Groups realize that they become more effective and accomplish the
prescribed goals in a timely, efficient manner.
Groups realize that they become more effective and accomplish the
prescribed goals in a timely, efficient manner.
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Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
How do effective groups create norms?How do effective groups create norms?
Groups brainstorm a list of expectations
They revise and combine suggestions
They discuss and choose the norms that best assist the team in meeting the objective(s)
Groups brainstorm a list of expectations
They revise and combine suggestions
They discuss and choose the norms that best assist the team in meeting the objective(s)
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Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Once the group norms have been established, what do we do with them?Once the group norms have been established, what do we do with them?
Group norms are typed and copies issued to team members
Group norms are posted in the conference room
Group norms are typed and copies issued to team members
Group norms are posted in the conference room
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Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
How are group norms monitored during meetings?How are group norms monitored during meetings?
Team members created them, so they are more likely to follow them
Group norms are reviewed prior to beginning each meeting
Team members “police” self and others
Team members created them, so they are more likely to follow them
Group norms are reviewed prior to beginning each meeting
Team members “police” self and others
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Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Why should we evaluate team’s adherence to the group norms?Why should we evaluate team’s adherence to the group norms?
Allows members to reflect on their individual and group devotion to the team’s norms
Regular, ongoing reflection allows the groups to focus on areas of improvement
Allows members to reflect on their individual and group devotion to the team’s norms
Regular, ongoing reflection allows the groups to focus on areas of improvement
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In order for data team meetings to be effective and efficient they must…
Organize Data From multiple measures So that it can be easily
stored, accessed, and reviewed
In order for data team meetings to be effective and efficient they must…
Organize Data From multiple measures So that it can be easily
stored, accessed, and reviewed
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
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Individual Student Data SheetIndividual Student Data Sheet
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In order for data team meetings to be effective and efficient we must…
Let the data speak to Allocate resources Adjust instructional practices Provide menu of intervention
programs
In order for data team meetings to be effective and efficient we must…
Let the data speak to Allocate resources Adjust instructional practices Provide menu of intervention
programs
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
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Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In
Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In
SchoolsTier I Core Instruction
All Students
Tier II Strategic InterventionAt-risk/Struggling Students
Tier III
Intensive InterventionPersistentDifficulties
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In order for data team meetings to be effective and efficient we must…
Have a plan for A Menu of Instructional
Materials Professional Development
In order for data team meetings to be effective and efficient we must…
Have a plan for A Menu of Instructional
Materials Professional Development
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
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In order for data team meetings to be effective and efficient we must…
Invite Appropriate Participants Define Roles And Responsibilities
Of Team Members Schedule For Success
In order for data team meetings to be effective and efficient we must…
Invite Appropriate Participants Define Roles And Responsibilities
Of Team Members Schedule For Success
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
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In order for data team meetings to be effective and efficient they must…
Have A Clearly Stated Purpose Stay Focused On The Task Follow A Defined Structure
In order for data team meetings to be effective and efficient they must…
Have A Clearly Stated Purpose Stay Focused On The Task Follow A Defined Structure
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
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In order for data team meetings to be effective and efficient they must…
Plan for potential intervention groups
Plan for on-going communication
In order for data team meetings to be effective and efficient they must…
Plan for potential intervention groups
Plan for on-going communication
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
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If our data team meetings are effective and efficient we…
Are ready to use Response to Intervention (RTI), as part of the delivery of special education services and in the identification process.
“What is RTI…?”
If our data team meetings are effective and efficient we…
Are ready to use Response to Intervention (RTI), as part of the delivery of special education services and in the identification process.
“What is RTI…?”
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
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PL 108-446Sec 614 IDEA 04
(B) “In determining whether a child has a specific learning disability, a local education agency may use a process that determines if a child responds to a scientific, research-based intervention as a part of the evaluation procedure.”
PL 108-446Sec 614 IDEA 04
(B) “In determining whether a child has a specific learning disability, a local education agency may use a process that determines if a child responds to a scientific, research-based intervention as a part of the evaluation procedure.”
Source: Presentation by Raina Chick - [email protected]
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
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RTI can be conceptualized as consisting of three phases.
1. Determining whether effective instruction is in place
2. Providing effective instruction to the target student and measuring its effect on performance
3. Referring students whose RTI warrants additional or intensive continuing interventions
RTI can be conceptualized as consisting of three phases.
1. Determining whether effective instruction is in place
2. Providing effective instruction to the target student and measuring its effect on performance
3. Referring students whose RTI warrants additional or intensive continuing interventions
Source: National Association of School Psychologists
“RTI in the identification of Learning Disabilities: A Guide for School Teams” by Kovalski & Prasse
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
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1. Our response is based on INTERVENTION rather than remediation.
2. Our response is SYSTEMATIC.
3. Our response is TIMELY.
1. Our response is based on INTERVENTION rather than remediation.
2. Our response is SYSTEMATIC.
3. Our response is TIMELY.
Richard & Rebecca Dufour, Whatever It Takes; How Professional Learning Communities Respond When Kids Don’t Learn
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In Schools
Ultimately… If data team meetings are effective and efficient we will know that…
Ultimately… If data team meetings are effective and efficient we will know that…
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Questions…Questions…
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In
Schools
Lessons Learned From Using Data Teams In
Schools