Empowering Collaborative Leadership in Digital Learning Environments

Collaborative Leadership

Session Overview Welcome & Introductions Background Strategic Planning Tools Brainstorming Activity Exemplar Rapid Fire Presentations Collaborative Leadership Activity Policies & Initiatives Reflection & Wrap-Up

Purpose of the Workshop Explore how collaborative leadership supports strategic planning around digital learning

Objectives Review the key components for collaborative leadership to support digital learning Learn about strategic planning tools for digital learning implementation Think about who the appropriate education leaders are in your state/district to coordinate the strategic planning process

Objectives Discuss with colleagues what teaching and learning would look like if leaders from across disciplines collaborated on aligned digital learning solutions Discuss some of the key policies and practices that impact and support learning in the digital age Develop and maintain relationships with other district and state leaders

Take Off, Touch Down Activity Stand if you have worked in a school for 1 or more years Stand if you are an administrator Stand if you leverage digital tools in your classroom/school/district Stand if you are in a leadership position Stand if you leverage digital tools in your personal/social life

Learning in the Digital Age Technology is an essential component of teaching and learning today Teachers can personalize learning using digital applications Students can create content, interact with experts, collaborate with peers and participate in simulation activities.

Learning in the Digital Age Personalized learning experiences empower students to take control of their own learning through flexibility and choice. Technology offers all students urban, rural, low-income, ESL, special needs, high achieving the opportunity to engage in dynamic learning activities.

Role of Education Leaders Opportunity to provide leadership to ensure that all students have personalized, engaging learning experiences Understand the district/school goals and vision Engage in collaborative discussions to implement digital learning

Who? Chief Education Officer / Superintendent Chief Academic Officer or other Instructional Leaders Instructional Materials Leader Library Media Specialists Assessment Leader Digital Learning Leader Chief Technology Officer or other Technology Leader (Infrastructure, E-rate) Chief Financial Officer or other Business Leader Special Education Leader Title I/II/III Leaders CTE Leaders Professional Learning Leader

Key Components Develop a shared vision for how technology can support learning Seek input from a diverse team of stakeholders Communicate with all stakeholders and establish effective feedback loops Ensure that practitioners at the school and district level use and understand research

Shared Vision Unlike a consensus in which everyone agrees, developing a shared vision represents buy-in from all stakeholders and reflects efforts to involve the right people at the right times.

External Collaboration On the Same Page 2.0 Spark conversation among stakeholders Emphasizes the importance of information flow Ownership by all stakeholders.

Qualities & Attributes

Discussion Questions Share one thing that is similar about your school/district and the featured video. What relationships has your district/school formed in the community?

Strategic Planning Tools ISTE Essential Conditions Interactive Planning Dashboard Road Map for 21st Century Learning

ISTE Essential Conditions Shared vision Empowered leaders Implementation planning Consistent and adequate funding Equitable Access Skilled personnel Ongoing professional learning Technical support Curriculum framework Student-centered learning Assessment and evaluation Engaged communities Support policies Supportive external context

Interactive Planning Dashboard 5- step collaborative planning process Districts create systemic action plans Utilizes research-based strategies and practitioner tested techniques

Roadmap for 21st Century Learning Free strategic planning tool Helps district/school leaders transform learning Goal is to meet the needs of students.

Brainstorming Activity Discussion Questions Who are the appropriate leaders in your district or school to coordinate efforts for strategic planning? Who are your target audiences? What external stakeholders should you include in the process? What technology tools are using for communication and feedback?

Exemplar Rapid Fire Presentations Add presenter name, district/school Discussion Questions How is your school/district similar to the exemplar? Are there practices shared that your school/district can implement right away? What are some of your challenges?

Collaborative Leadership Activity Discussion Questions How does collaborative leadership support the behavioral responses of teachers and students with the roll-out of new initiatives? What would teaching and learning look like if leaders from academics, assessment, technology, and finance collaborated on aligned digital learning solutions? How does the school or district create an environment that supports risk taking and innovation while remaining accountable? What is your collective vision and implementation plan for learning in the digital age?

Policies & Initiatives Discussion Questions What are the key policies and practices that need to change in your school or district to realize your shared vision? How can your district/school build educator capacity to implement digital learning pedagogy and practices? How can the district employ a cycle of transformation to ensure continued improvement?

Reflection & Wrap-Up Where Are You in the Process? Circle You are still circling these ideas in your mind Square You understand the challenge Triangle You are ready to implement change

Wrap Up Think about what tools and resources you can use to: Maintain relationships Encourage collaboration Identify opportunities for on-going professional learning and workshops.

Thank You! Learn more at: Transforming Digital Learning: Toolkit to Support Educators and Stakeholders