Data Wise in Action Program

Benefit from personalized coaching and tools as you implement the Data Wise Improvement Process in your own setting.

Overview

This program, which extends from August 2019 through March 2020, is designed for teams that have completed the on-campus or virtual onsite Data Wise Leadership Institute. This follow-up program provides job-embedded support and feedback as participants roll out the Data Wise Improvement Process in their schools and districts.

If teams fully engage in this virtual experience, by the end of the program, participants will have completed a full cycle of the Data Wise Improvement Process and will be ready to continue with future cycles independently.

Program Details

This online program is designed to support your team as you enact the action plan developed in the Data Wise Leadership Institute and work through the eight steps of the Data Wise Improvement Process.

Your team will receive:

• support from a dedicated coach who will provide feedback and encouragement throughout the process.
• a suggested calendar for working through cycles of inquiry
• a combination of guided learning and facilitation practice that offers you a solid foundation for implementing the Data Wise approach
• videos providing just-in-time guidance about how to lead others at each step
• adaptable presentation slides and meeting agendas that you can use with your staff
• a template for documenting your work and sharing your improvement story
• access to an online community of educators who are also engaged in collaborative inquiry
• the time necessary to complete all program components thoughtfully and with careful reflection – better enabling the successful rollout of Data Wise within your learning environment

You will also connect with Harvard faculty and fellow alumni in three live online events that bring the Data Wise community together to share work, celebrate success, and address common challenges. The program also includes a series of team-focused activities, including teaching fellow videoconferences, course-team planning meetings, facilitation of teacher-team meetings, and group assignments. 

Program Objectives

• Engage your faculty in collaborative inquiry by planning for and leading all 8 steps of the Data Wise Improvement Process in your setting
• Cultivate the habits of mind that can improve the effectiveness of teams and help foster a supportive culture of continuous improvement with your school
• Adapt model protocols for each step to use with your faculty
• Reflect on the process of integrating the Data Wise Improvement Process into your daily work by documenting your team’s work in a Journey Presentation

Who Should Participate

• School-based teams of four or more people, including a principal, two or more teachers, and one or more other educators in leadership roles
• Teams must include at least two members who have successfully participated in a Data Wise Leadership Institute or a previous Data Wise in Action Program. Note: each team member will need access to an individual computer for this program.

Fees & Policies

The comprehensive tuition includes all instructional materials and refreshments. Participants receive a certificate of participation and a letter confirming clock hours of instruction. Payment or a purchase order must be received within 30 days of program acceptance, or upon receipt of the invoice if acceptance is within 30 days prior to the start of the program. Click here for more information on payment and financial aid.

Please click here for more information on our on-campus and online refund and withdrawal policies.

The Harvard Graduate School of Education reserves the right to change faculty or cancel programs at its discretion. In the unlikely event of program changes, the school is not responsible for non-refundable travel arrangements or other planning expenses incurred.