Continuous Improvement

Module Objectives

Continuous Improvement has become a commonly found phrase in educational literature, school district mission statements, and even state department mandates. What does it mean and how can schools achieve it? Estimated time to complete: 45 to 60 minutes.

This module is related to NEE Indicator 1.1, 1.2, 1.8, 2.1, 2.3, 3.1, 8.1

This module is related to NEE Principal Standard 1.

At the end of this module, participants will be able to:

  1. Define continuous improvement as a process

  2. Give examples of methods such as improvement routines that can be used to improve instruction

  3. Create plans for creating a culture of continuous improvement

  4. Effectively use improvement strategies in the school setting

 


Activities

Review the activities below.

Educational Leadership link 1
1. What Is Meant By Continuous Improvement?
Educational Leadership link 2
2. How Can Improvement Routines Boost Results?
Educational Leadership link 3
3. Which Improvement Routines Are Most Effective?

 


Additional Resources

Edmonton Regional Learning Consortium, Creating Communities of Practice

All Things PLC (PDF)

Student-Centered Coaching

Improving Teaching and Learning Through Instructional Rounds (PDF)