Continuous Program Evaluation

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Assignment: Continuous Program Evaluation

As with whole systems change and sustainability, continuous program evaluation is required to fulfill your commitment to improving the lives of all students. Although some of the evaluations you conduct may be informal, at the program level, the evaluation process is typically formal, can be quite complex, and must be formalized into a written plan. Data are gathered and collected from hundreds of students to compare their overall performance. Other factors include program costs, student and teacher input, and feasibility, just to name a few. Evaluations may also consist of comparing the effectiveness of two different instructional approaches. Here, data collection may consist of pre- and post-data from students and data collected from teachers to determine the effectiveness of each approach. Despite the type of evaluation, there is a formal written plan that is typically shared amongst stakeholders and used for curriculum planning and programming for students with exceptionalities.

For this Assignment, you will evaluate your program’s effectiveness using Fullan’s Coherence Assessment Tool and reflect on what you have learned from this collaborative process. This is Part 5 of your Course Project and will further demonstrate your effectiveness of implementing the Coherence Framework.

To Prepare:

· Review the Model of Sustainability in the McIntosh et al. article. Reflect on the four factors contributing to sustainability.

· Although it is not a requirement, you may wish to conduct a meeting with other leaders in the system and reflect on the components of the Coherence Framework to assist you in complete the tool. Use their responses and suggestions to assist in completing the assessment tool.

· Review and complete the Coherence Assessment Tool (Figure 6.2).

By Day 7 of Week 9

Part 5: Reflection, Social Change, and Lifelong Learning

Write a 4- to 6-page paper addressing the following:

· Complete the Coherence Assessment Tool (Figure 6.2) and include as an Appendix to your paper. Provide a 2- to 3-page analysis of your findings and the identified evidence that you reported on the tool, including the following:

o Briefly summarize how you are addressing the four components and the related 13 subcomponents. Please note: You do not need to address each component/subcomponent, just provide an overall summary.

o Describe how coherence is perceived at all levels of your organization and identify one area where perceptions are similar and one area where perceptions are different.

o Explain at least two strengths as well as two areas you believe are of greatest need to move toward continuous improvement and sustain whole systems change.

· Include a 2- to 3-page reflection on what you learned from this collaborative process of program evaluation, including the following:

o Identify at least two positive and two negative outcomes of program evaluation. Support these with evidence from research and professional experience.

o Explain how you, as a leader in special education, plan to improve positive program outcomes based on special education program evaluation and impact student learning. Include in your response how program evaluation can align with Walden’s Mission of creating positive social change.

o Describe the key elements you will need in the future to lead special education programs that are accountable and sustainable.

o Describe how you will stay current on evidence-based practices for program leadership, systems change, and program evaluation.

Information: I am attaching the Table as assignment 5

CIRCLES is the project I am working on.

I will attach previous assignment done and articles

 
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Expanding Research Options With Mixed-Method

For this Assignment, you will apply what you have learned in prior modules to demonstrate that you have mastered both quantitative and qualitative research methods. You have an opportunity to select those approaches that interest you as a leader in the field of special education.

To prepare:

· Review all articles in the module Learning Resources. Note the role of explanatory and exploratory research.

· Consider the following scenario

o You are a special education leader in a district with a large population of students identified with learning disabilities (LDs). A new math program has been implemented at the middle school level. Students categorized with a specific LD are failing math at higher rates.

o As a special education leader, how might you respond to the scenario in a meeting that will examine this problem? What is the role of explanatory and exploratory research? What mixed-method approach might your recommend to investigate the problem posed by the scenario?

In preparation for a hypothetical meeting that will examine the scenario, prepare a 3–5 page response to the following:

· What role does explanatory and exploratory research play in understanding the special education students in the scenario?

· What mixed-methods design would you recommend to investigate the reason(s) for the failure in math by students with learning disabilities?

Cite specific reference to the Learning Resources, outside resources, and personal experiences.

Note: For this Assignment and all scholarly writing in this course and throughout your program, you will be required to use APA style (6th edition). Please use the Walden Writing Center as a resource as you complete assignments.

Learning Resources

Note: To access this module’s required library resources, please click on the link to the Course Readings List, found in the Course Materials section of your Syllabus.

Required Readings

Consult the following readings for work on your course project assignment during this module:

O’Neill, R. E., McDonnell, J. J., Billingsley, F. F., & Jenson, W. R. (2011). Single case research designs in educational and community settings. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.

  • Chapter 10, “Alternating Treatment Designs”      (pp. 151–170)

    Focus onthe characteristics of alternating treatment designs. Pay      particular attention to design variations. Note the adapted alternating      design and specific examples.

Mixed-Methods

Note: The resources were selected for the quality of the information and examples that they contain and not the date of publication.

Bishop, A. G., Brownell, M. T., Klingner, J. K., Leko, M. M., & Galman, S. A. C. (2010). Differences in beginning special education teachers: The influence of personal attributes, preparation, and school environment on classroom reading practices. Learning Disability Quarterly, 33(2), 75–92.

Focus on this approach to mixed-methods design. Recognize the factors that are studied. Consider how teachers were classified.

Igo, L. B., Bruning, R. A., & Riccomini, P. J. (2009). Should middle school students with learning problems copy and paste notes from the internet? Mixed-methods evidence of study barriers. Research in Middle Level Education Online, 33(2), 1–10.

Focus on the experimental phase of this mixed-methods study. Pay particular attention to the explanatory theme. Study the multiple measures and approaches.

Koury, K., Hollingsead, C., Fitzgerald, G., Miller, K., Mitchem, K., Tsai, H-H., & Zha, S. (2009). Case-based instruction in different delivery contexts: The impact of time in cases. Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 20(4), 445–467.

Focus on the mixed-methods naturalistic research design. Review the process for reaching across multiple delivery contexts. Reflect on the selection of participants.

Patton, D. C. (2011). Evaluating the culturally relevant and responsive education professional development program at the elementary school level in the Los Angeles Unified School District. Learning Disabilities: A Contemporary Journal, 9(1), 71–107.

Focus on the measurement of this professional development program. Note the design of the program evaluation. Pay particular attention to assessing the goals.

Rugg, N., & Donne, V. (2011). Parent and teacher perceptions of transitioning students from a listening and spoken language school to the general education setting. The Volta Review, 111(3), 325–351.

Focus on the methods for examining the perceptions of parents and teachers. Study the mixed-methods design. Read about the criterion-based sample.

Shaunessy, E., & McHatton, P. A. (2009). Urban students’ perceptions of teachers: Views of students in general, special, and honors education. The Urban Review, 41(5), 486–503.

Focus on the assessment of students’ perceptions. Recognize the mixed-methods design. Consider the use of quantitative and qualitative approaches.

 
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Principles of Total Quality

Instructions

Before beginning work on this assignment, please review the expanded grading rubric for specific instructions relating to content and formatting.

Principles of Total Quality

There are three principles of total quality: customer focus, continuous improvement, and teamwork. Using the South University Online Library, find three articles that describe current practices in healthcare organizations. Each article should illustrate one principle of total quality. Refer to professional journals such as Modern Healthcare, Provider Magazine, and Nursing Homes. Write a paper based on your review of the articles. Include the following in the paper:

  • Describe each quality principle and show how it is illustrated in the article.
  • Analyze the relationships among the three quality principles.
  • Examine whether the principle in one example might apply to other examples.

Submission Details:

  • To support your work, use your course and textbook readings and also use the South University Online Library. As in all assignments, cite your sources in your work and provide references for the citations in APA format.
  • Your assignment should be addressed in a 2- to 3-page document. (Has to have introduction, headings, conclusion, and reference page). 
 
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Expertise- and Consumer-oriented Approaches

“Debate It –Expertise- and Consumer-oriented Approaches” Please respond to the following:

Expertise- vs. Consumer-oriented Approach – Many school districts offer alternative choices for high schools.  Some of these choices include: charter schools, school of choice, and online schools.

  • Assume there is no public high school in your community, review some of the alternative choices or options that would fit your criteria for a high school.  From one of your selection, provide the web link to the program. 
  • Take a stance on which view, expertise or consumer approach, is the appropriate method to help parents decide on the school for their child.  Provide some rational or reason for picking this method.

“Clarifying the Evaluation Request” Please respond to the following:

  • The State Superintendent of Schools has asked your department to conduct a program evaluation of the school district and the assessment procedures they follow.
    • Discuss two (2) questions/items you ask the Superintendent for clarification (what the super really wants to see)?
    • Share you thought on why these questions/items needs to be answered before the starting the evaluation.
 
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