BECOMING ACTIVE PARTNERS IN THE PARTNERSHIP & MANAGEMENT OF EDUCATIONAL SUCCESS AGREEMENTS GENEVIÈVE LÉGARÉ EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE MELS-SSCAAAPN JUNE GOAL Network

Today’s goal Explore the contribution of GOAL network members in the PA and MESA.

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Two big questions How does GOAL connect to the 5 ministerial goals? What does GOAL look like in practice?

Today’s content Basic concepts  Results-based management  Evidence-based practice Connect to GOAL  Hands-on exercise  Two big questions Discussion of GOAL contribution  Role of consultants

KEY idea Student success

Basic Concepts

Results-Based Management “Results-based management is a management approach based on measurable results corresponding to pre-established objectives and targets defined in terms of services to be provided. It takes place in a context of transparency, responsibility and flexibility with regard to the means used to attain the targeted goals.” [Translation] Source: Modernisation de la gestion axée sur les résultats, Secrétariat du Conseil du Trésor, June 2002, p.9.

Partnership Agreements

PA and MESA PA: Partnership Agreements  (What it looks like)What it looks like MESA: Management of Educational Success Agreement

5 Ministerial goals 1. Higher graduation rates of students under the age of Improvement in the mastery of French (and English) 3. Greater success for students with handicaps, social maladjustments or learning difficulties 4. Growth of a healthy and safe environment in schools/centres 5. Increased numbers of people under the age of 20 in vocational training paths

HOW DOES GOAL CONNECT TO THE 5 MINISTERIAL GOALS? HANDS-ON ACTIVITY IN 2 STEPS Big question #1

Step 1 Step 2 Identify the goals where GOAL could contribute  Discuss in small groups Identify how GOAL can contribute to the realization…  Brainstorm on GOAL key strategies or activities  (Use post-its) Connection 5 goals -- GOAL

WHAT DOES GOAL LOOK LIKE IN PRACTICE? Big question #2

Step 1 Step 2 Brainstorm indicators  Use key GOAL strategies identified previously and list key indicators for each Assess feasibility  Critical thinking posture: Select one strategy and discuss how you will gather the information Finding GOAL Evidence

Synthesis Establishing connections between  Big Question #1: Connect GOAL with MELS goals  Big Question #2: GOAL evidence What is measureable? How can you contribute?

ANGLOPHONE COMMUNITY Evidence-Based Practice

EBP: Several terms  Using data in practice  Data-driven decision making  School improvement/School efficiency  Research-based decision making  Collaborative inquiry  Results-based management  Utilisation de la connaissance

DDDM RBP EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE SPECTRUM Using data to guide decisions in order to improve student success Using proven teaching practices to improve student success Data Driven Decision Making (DDDM) Research-Based Practices (RBP)

EBP as Data-Driven Decision Making Definitions  Monitoring :  Use of data to track or to monitor the development of a project, the progress of a student or a given situation  Accountability:  Use of data to take a picture in time and report on results and/or actions  Connects to Results-Based Management

EBP as Research Based Practice Definition Proven practices as evaluated by research  Approaches or strategies supported by research  Groups specialized in carrying out meta analyses— reading strategy, classroom management etc. Cochrane collaboration, Campbell, Canadian Center for Learning, CTREQ, CLIPP  Diffusion of information to practionners  What works in education

EBP: Three strands +1 Data Workshops Community of practice (EBP Lead Data team)  Data teams in schools and school boards Partnership Support Group +1: Access to data

HOW CAN GOAL MEMBERS BECOME ACTIVE PARTNERS IN THE PA/MESA PROCESS? GOAL contribution

Data Wise Process Data Wise: A Step-by-Step Guide to Using Assessment Results to Improve Teachning and Learning. Boudett, K.P., City, E.A., and Murname, R.J., Eds. Cambridge: Harvard Education Press.

Data Teams process 1. Collect and chart data 2. Analyze to prioritize 3. Set SMART goals 4. Select instructional strategies 5. Determine results indicators 6. Monitor meetings and subsequent actions

Contribution of Consultants Domain knowledge Expertise on analysis of results Expertise on tools to collect information Expertise on selection and implementation of strategies Monitoring of implementation of strategies and assist in decision-making

Role of professionals Support school principals in the selection of proven strategies Support teaching practices and track results Classroom teachers—greatest impact on students Work in collaboration with  Evaluation and subject consultants  Guidance counselors  NANS and CLCs representatives

Transfer One key idea to share with your colleagues of your board?

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