Welcome To Great Expectations Methodology Presenter:

Opening

Vision  You Can Make A Difference  History of Great Expectations  Our Inspiration: Charlie Hollar  The Power of A Vision Vision

6 Basic Tenets or Beliefs High Expectations Teacher Attitude & Responsibility All Children Can Learn Building Self-Esteem Climate of Mutual Respect Teacher Knowledge & Skill Vision

Teacher’s Creed Vision

Life Principles  Universally respected qualities of behavior  Used as a foundation for building character and success  Woven into the dialogue of each member of the community  A focus for desired behaviors and attitudes Vision

Culture of Respect “Culture is the by-product of consistent behavior... Real cultures are built over time. They’re the result of action, reaction, and truth.” - Jason Fried, 37Signals Culture of Respect

Academic Excellence “Excellence is never an accident; it is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, and skillful execution.” - M. J. OrRico, biologist, author Academic Excellence

Practice #1  Modeling desired dialogue, behaviors & attitudes by educators and learners  Building Culture of Respect through -  Use of Life Principles  Use of The Eight Expectations for Living  Use of Quotes  Use of Poetry Culture of Respect

Practice #1  Modeling desired dialogue, behaviors & attitudes by educators and learners  Leadership  Communication  Common expectations Academic Excellence

Practice #2  Development of Communication Skills  Use of Poise, Confidence, Courtesy  Public Speaking & Social Awareness Culture of Respect

Practice #2  Modeling effective communication skills and strategies  Use of complete sentences to develop effective communication and thinking  Promoting formal language Academic Excellence

Practice #3  Whole Group Instruction  Flexible Group Instruction  Individual Instruction  Teaching to Mastery  Modification to insure success  Building Self-Esteem & Confidence Culture of Respect

Practice #3  Whole Group Instruction  Flexible Group Instruction  Individual Instruction  Common language and common experiences  Learner-centered learning  Developing a foundation for success Academic Excellence

Practice #4  Integration  Real-World application  Consistent Review  Connections to subsequent learning Culture of Respect

Practice #4  Integrated  Related  Reviewed  Connected  Metaphors Academic Excellence

Practice #5  Critical thinking skills  Analysis of content and wisdom literature  Problem-solving Culture of Respect

Practice #5 Critical Thinking Skills:  Analyzing  Making connections  Drawing conclusions  Socratic Questions  Blooms Taxonomy  Depth of Knowledge Academic Excellence

Practice #6  Rich environment  Low-threat  High-challenge  Mistakes are viewed as learning  Build “Trust”  Changing dialogue Culture of Respect

Practice #6  Focus of efforts  Support team-work  Validate learner ideas and interests Academic Excellence

Practice #7  Memory Work  Recitation  Writing  Effective oral and written communication – setting the standard Culture of Respect

Practice #7  Recitation  Memory work  Writing  Memory pathways Academic Excellence

Practice #8 Rich Vocabulary is evident…  Challenging writings  Informational text  Wisdom literature Culture of Respect

Practice #8 Correlation -  Vocabulary and reading  Vocabulary and testing  Vocabulary and self-esteem  Vocabulary and communication Academic Excellence

Practice #9  Magic Triad  Positive & Caring environment  Discipline with dignity and logic  Contingencies and win/win thinking  Self-Esteem Culture of Respect

Practice #9  Positive relationship is key to management  Modeling provides a foundation for future success  Developing a sense of self-discipline  Cooperative approach  Contingencies Academic Excellence

Practice #10  Honor efforts  Showcasing success  Celebrations and affirmations  Displaying work samples Culture of Respect

Practice #10  Learner ownership of displayed work  Lessons learned from displayed work  Variety of displays and presentation Academic Excellence

Practice #11  Word-identification skills  Competency and confidence  Communicating expectations Culture of Respect

Practice #11  Etymology  Back-ground information  Building proficient communication  Writing and proof-reading Academic Excellence

Practice #12  Great Expectations® Discipline Philosophy  Discipline Strategies  Natural/logical consequences  7 Keys to Positive Discipline  Shared responsibilities Culture of Respect

 Develop a Climate of Mutual Respect  7 Keys to Great Expectations Discipline  Use of Eight Expectations for Living, Life Principles, and creeds to build a sense of responsibility and capability Academic Excellence Practice #12

Practice #13  Creed  Use in directing & redirecting learners  Changes in Dialogue Culture of Respect

Practice #13  Use a creed to maintain academic focus and integrity  Use a creed to build a sense of unity and community  Use a creed as a call to a higher standard Academic Excellence

Practice #14  Model of success  Neck-up Check-Up  Investing in yourself  Frequent feedback is key to effort and success Culture of Respect

Practice #14  Intensify learning  Balance challenge and support  The true measures of success – progress and effort  Empower learners to be self-directed and to self-assess Academic Excellence

Practice #15  Engaging learners  Modeling desired behaviors  Consistent standards  Reflecting on progress Culture of Respect

Practice #15  Use of high standards to direct instruction  Providing instruction that is challenging and fulfilling  Intensify learning through layered learning  Model organization and analysis strategies throughout instruction  Limitless opportunities Academic Excellence

Practice #16  Effective interpersonal communication  Sense of competency and ownership  Making members and visitors feel welcome Culture of Respect

Practice #16  Model marketable skills  Model decorum and respect  Practice shared-leadership Academic Excellence

Practice #17  Celebrating success  Motivation  Empowerment  Feedback  Praise/Encouragement Culture of Respect

Practice #17  Model and celebrate an attitude of continued learning and growing  Reinforce desired behaviors with genuine gratitude  Recognize every effort and applaud it Academic Excellence

Transformation Plan The Great Expectations foundational components –  6 Tenets  8 Expectations for Living  17 Classroom Practices Scaffold: a general timeline for implementation of Great Expectations ®

The First 8 Days  Establish a foundation  Develop dialogue that reflects clear expectations and support  Develop effective procedures  Offer positive feedback that focuses on effort and desired results  Model confidence, caring, and consistency Transformation Plan

Integration Guide  Content/Objectives  Great Expectations -  8 Expectations for Living  Quotes/poetry/wisdom literature  Critical Thinking  Rich vocabulary  Life Principles  And more… Transformation Plan

Peer Observation  Use to build systemic growth  Preparation  Who to visit?  What to observe?  What feedback is beneficial?  What should I gain from the process? Transformation Plan

Practice by Practice Characteristics  Useful as a guide in developing goals and behaviors for each practice in each domain  Useful in determining the level of implementation of each practice  Useful in connecting the 17 practices with other initiatives and standards  Useful in developing goals for systemic transformation Transformation Plan

Celebration Take time to reflect upon the goals set for this training and the new attitudes and behaviors you will take with you as you transform the lives you touch each day.

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