Phase In or Overnight Your Implementation?
When implementing a Proficiency Based Learning system, many schools need to choose between a “phased in” approach or an “overnight” approach. Typically, a phased in approach identifies a specific group...
View ArticlePreparing to “Turn the Switch” to a Proficiency-Based Learning System
In an earlier blog, I discussed the implementation of a Proficiency Based Learning System via a “phase in” approach and the unintended consequences of such a plan. Although I referred to the...
View ArticleMilestones and Benchmarks On the Way to a Proficiency-Based System
On numerous occasions, I have been asked, “On your journey to a proficiency-based system, what were the milestones and benchmarks that were critical to a successful transition?” In taking the time to...
View ArticleKids in the Pipeline During Transition to Proficiency-Based Systems
I have made the case for “turning the switch” to a proficiency-based model versus “phasing in” a new approach to educating our youth. I have discussed the preparations that I believe are necessary to...
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