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Blended Learning: Rotation Model Implementation Outline 

BACKGROUND: 

Most recently, in PISD, there has been an effort to implement blended learning in an effort to achieve continuous student growth. One-on-one Chromebooks for all our students were acquired to transform teaching and learning through technology. As an instructional coach, I have noticed teachers and students need additional guidance and support to effectively implement blended learning as a rotation model in their classrooms.  

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SIGNIFICANCE: 

Using the rotation model of blended learning and available technology for implementation gives the teachers an opportunity to plan purposeful lessons and for students to gain valuable skills through their learning in mathematics. Through blended learning, students will be encouraged to take ownership of their learning by collaborating, growing, and applying their skills. 

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See Proposal Letter and Literature Review as references to this implementation outline.  

PHASE 1: PREPARATION (JULY 2024) 

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  • Support and Share the Vision   

    • Share proposal letter & reasoning 

      • Resource: Proposal Letter 

    • Share benefits of Blended Learning 

      • Resource: Literature Review 

    • Administration – Would you consider a school-wide Blended Learning initiative for Mathematics based on my proposal? 

    • Teachers – Would you allow me to learn alongside you and help support your students through this initiative? 

    • Parents – Would you be open to support blended learning in Mathematics? 

    • Students – Would you take ownership of your learning through blended opportunities in Mathematics and technology? 

    • Vision: Create independent learners 

  • Blended Learning Foundation  

    • Flexibility 

      • Time, Place and Pace 

    • Integration of Technology 

      • LMS – Google Classroom 

      •  Communication Tools  

    • Personalization 

      • Student progress tracking 

      • Student targeted support 

    • Data-driven approach 

      • Collecting Data 

      • Instruction and Feedback 

    • Face-to-face interaction 

      • Collaborative learning experiences – discussions, activities, hands-on 

    • Teacher Facilitation 

      • Online material guidance 

      • Providing student support 

      • Creating engaging activities 

    • Continuous Improvement 

      • Effectiveness of model 

      • Areas for enhancement 

  • Technology Framework and Resourcing 

    • 1-1 Chromebooks 

      • Wi-Fi – district provided connections 

      • Google accounts for students 

    • Personal devices policy 

      • Resource: Device Policy Letter 

    • Technology portion sustained through district technology department – Technology work order requests for system and/or devices 

      • Resource: Teacher work order submission instructions 

    • Parent provided technology accessories – headphones, wireless/corded mouse 

      • Parent letter for supply request 

PHASE 2: PLANNING (AUGUST - OCTOBER 2024) 

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  • Timeline 

    • Timeline of implementation and checkpoint dates 

      • Year 1: 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade (One classroom in each grade) 

        • Resource: Timeline  

  • Learning Experience 

    • Student Centered Approach 

    • Learning Environment 

      • Creating a Cohesive & Comprehensive Learning Experience 

    • Collaboration 

    • Rotation Model  

      • Instructional Coaches model/support what this can look like  

      • PD to support implementation  

    • Digital Resources 

  • Professional Development Opportunities 

    • Instructional Coaches facilitate with district support 

      • Blended mathematics initiative 

      • How to use blended learning as a data driven approach 

      • How to provide digital resources 

      • Rotation model: approach to learning 

      • Teacher facilitation and student support 

  • Learning Management System & Content 

    • Google Classroom (login through existing Google accounts) 

    • District Developed Content 

      • Resource: District created activities and lessons 

    • Teacher Developed Content 

  • Student Devices 

    • 1-1 Chromebooks 

    • Personal Devices for home use 

  • Feedback 

    • Teacher Survey  

      • Resource: Google Form survey 

    • Student Survey  

      • Resource: Google Form survey  

    • Teacher and administrator observations for feedback 

PHASE 3: YEAR 1 IMPLEMENTATION (NOVEMBER 2024) 

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  • Participants 

    • 2nd grade: Mrs. Gil’s Class 

    • 3rd grade: Ms. De Leon’s Class 

    • 4th grade: Ms. Holguin’s Class 

  • Introduce 

    • Student expectations 

    • Google Classroom expectations 

    • Checklist Tracking 

    • Data Tracking 

  • Explore 

    • Structure of Learning Management System (Google Classroom) 

      • Students get to learn where to find assignments and activities posted onto their Classroom 

    • Rotation Model schedule 

      • Teachers share what their rotations will look like 

      • Teachers model what learning should look like during this time 

    • Initiate 

      • Trial week – teachers observe rotations, support students, and give feedback 

  • Progression 

    • Students continue rotation model learning in mathematics 

      • Teachers and IC meet weekly to plan components  

    • Informal Data is collected through assignments and activities posted on LMS 

      • Teachers and IC plan for mathematics informal data points 

    • Formal Data is collected through Mathematics Concept Unit assessments 

      • Teachers and IC create assessments together  

      • Instructional coaches upload assessments for mathematics on LMS 

PHASE 4: ANALYZE DATA, COLLECT FEEDBACK, REFLECT (FEBRUARY - MAY 2025) 

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  • Analyze Math Data 

    • Trends in informal data 

    • Trends in formal data 

  • Data Checkpoints 

    • Feedback & reflection from teachers 

    • Follow up data meetings  

  • Reflection 

    • Meet with administration team 

      • How can we ensure students are successful? 

      • What modifications should be made? 

      • Is there any additional support needed? 

PHASE 5: IMPLEMENTATION EXPANSION (JULY - AUGUST 2025) 

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  • Planning 

    • Refine implementation plan for upcoming school year 

  • Timeline 

    • Year 1: 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade (One classroom in each grade) 

    • Year 2: 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade (All classrooms)  

    • Year 3: Kindergarten and 1st grade implementation plan  

PHASE 6: CONTINUOUS GROWTH (SEPTEMBER 2025 - JUNE 2026) 

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  • Review and Update LMS Content/Curriculum 

    • Review content and resources 

    • Update as needed based on feedback 

  • Professional Development  

    • Continue blended learning initiatives 

      • Focus: Rotation Model 

    • Kindergarten and 1st grade initiatives 

  • Implementation Checkpoints 

    • Instructional Coaches meet with administration team 

      • How can we ensure students are successful? 

      • What modifications should be made? 

      • Is there any additional support needed? ​

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