This book explores the ways in which systems (organizational) consultation may be applied to school roles and functions as part of an overall systems change process. Using an implementation science framework grounded in systems/organizational consultation research, the volume details how school reform or improvement may be facilitated. School-based case studies illustrate the application of implementation science to systems change efforts in schools and districts across the United States. Each case study describes the implementation science steps taken to deliver a school-based innovation at the systems level. The book discusses implementation science theory combined with real-world examples of its use in planning for, implementing, and engaging in ongoing evaluation of a systems change effort.
- Key areas of coverage include:
- Implementation science in educational settings.
- Key stakeholder roles in school-based systems change.
- Implementing and evaluating systems change in schools.
- Teacher-student mediation to reduce conflict and ensure effective school discipline and behavior practices.
- District-level processes and supports for English Language Learners.
- Mental health screening and social-emotional well-being of students.
Systems Consultation and Change in Schools is an essential resource for researchers, professors, and graduate students as well as scientist-practitioners, school-based practitioners, and clinicians across such disciplines as school administration and leadership, school and clinical child psychology, social work, public health, teaching and teacher education, educational policy and practice, and all interrelated fields.
Author(s): Leah M. Nellis, Pamela A. Fenning
Publisher: Springer
Year: 2023
Language: English
Pages: 174
City: Cham
Contents
Chapter 1: Systems/Organizational Consultation: Defining Features
Systems/Organizational Consultation: Defining Features
Defining Features of Systems/Organizational Consultation
Systems/Organizational Consultation and Thinking Perspectives: A Long History
Why Is Thoughtful Systems Change/Organizational Consultation Important in Schools Today?
Connection of Systems Change Theory/Organizational Consultation to Implementation Science
Research to Practice Gap
References
Chapter 2: Implementation Science: Foundations and Applied Practice in Educational Settings
Implementation Science: Foundations and Applied Practice in Educational Settings
An Introduction to Implementation Science
Implementation Science and Systemic Change in Education
Defining the Factors of High-Quality Implementation
Usable Innovations
Implementation Drivers
Implementation Stages
Implementation Teams
Improvement Cycles
Implementation in Practice to Support Systems Change: Lessons from the Field
Usable Innovation
Implementation Teams
Implementation Drivers and Improvement Cycles
Implementation Stages
Conclusion
References
Chapter 3: Roles of School Professionals and Stakeholders in Systems Change
Roles of School Professionals and Stakeholders in Systems Change
Application of Implementation Science
Identifying, Selecting, and Developing School Staff
Key Educator Roles in Systems Change
Teachers
Teacher Leaders/Coaches
Specialized Instructional Support Personnel
School Board Members
Students
Administrators
Teaming to Support Implementation
Case Illustration: Engaging Staff and Stakeholders for Systems Change
References
Chapter 4: Connecting Implementation Science and School-Based Initiatives: Considerations for Practice
Connecting Implementation Science and School-Based Initiatives: Considerations for Practice
School-Based Applications and Case Examples
References
Chapter 5: Schoolwide Application of Teacher-Student Mediation to Reduce Exclusionary Discipline
Introduction
Description of the School
Impetus for the Change
Mediation
Teacher-Student Mediation
Purpose of Teacher-Student Mediation
Exploration and Installation
Facilitators
Barriers
Buy-in from Key Stakeholders
Initial Implementation
Introducing Mediation to School Staff
Tier II Implementation and Operation
Teacher-Student Mediation Operation
Full Implementation
Evaluation
Process Data
Year One
Year Two
Year Three
Summary
Outcome Data
Teacher Response
Student Response
Summary
Sustainability and Innovation
Challenges to Sustainability
Innovation
Implications for the Field
References
Chapter 6: District-Level Process and Procedure for Support of English-Language Learners
Introduction
Demographics of Community
Exploration
Facilitators
Barriers
Needs Assessment
Stakeholders
Program Installation
Initial Implementation
Full Implementation
Data-Based Decision Making
Tier 1 Practices
Tier 2 Practices
Tier 3 Practices
Sustainability
Lessons Learned
Implications for the Field
Appendices
Appendix A: Example of ELL Record Review
Appendix B: Example of an MTSS 1 Page Checklist for ELLs
References
Chapter 7: Implementing Social-Emotional Health Screening and Scaling Up Evidence-Based Interventions: Lessons Learned in an Urban High School
Implementing Social-Emotional Health Screening and Scaling Up Evidence-Based Interventions: Lessons Learned in an Urban High School
Social-Emotional Health in Schools
Multi-Tiered Systems of Support
Implementation Science for School-Based Social-Emotional Health
Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, and Sustainment (EPIS) Model
Case Study
School Context and Demographics
Exploration Phase
Preparation Phase
Implementation Phase
Support Team Training
Screening Implementation
Tier 3 Implementation
Tier 1 Implementation
Family Engagement
Sustainment/Continued Implementation Phase
Continued Screening Implementation
Continued Tier 3 Implementation
Continued Tier 1 Implementation
Continued Family Engagement
Discussion
Successes
Challenges and Future Directions
Conclusion
Appendices
Appendix A
Passive Consent Form for Screening
Appendix B
Teacher Script for Classroom Screening
References
Chapter 8: Districtwide Implementation of Universal Design for Learning
Introduction
Context for Change
The Need for Change
Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
BCSC’s Implementation and Change Process
Explore (Pre-phase)
Prepare (Phase 1)
Integrate (Phase 2)
Scale (Phase 3)
Ongoing Optimization (Phase 4)
Student Outcomes
Conclusion
References
Chapter 9: District-Based Application: Strategic Planning for Continuous Improvement
The Role of Implementation Science
The Importance of Understanding Change
Strategic Planning Basics
Introductory Statement
Background Statement
Organizational Structure
Foundational Statements
Measurable Outcomes
Evaluation
Executive Summary
Stakeholder Survey and Focus Groups (an Optional Section That May Be Referred to as an Appendix or Stand-Alone as a Section Within the Overall Plan)
Deciding on the What and How Phases of Strategic Planning
Step-by-Step Supports and Resources for Implementing Strategic Planning
Introductory Activity
Purpose Statement Exercise
Core Values/Beliefs Exercise
Vision Statement Exercise
Mission Statement Exercise
Priority Statements Exercise
Survey or Focus Group Feedback Template
Conclusion
Appendices
Appendix 1: Foundational Statements Survey
Appendix 2: Priority Statements Survey
References
Index
