Developing a Depth of Implementation Measure for a Comprehensive Reform Model Focused on English Learners

• In Event: 34.096 - MTCC Roundtable Session 12
  In Roundtable Session: 34.096-12 - Leadership and Depth of Implementation in Relation to Educational Change

Abstract

This study examines the development of a Depth of Implementation (DOI) Tool, which was designed to measure the implementation of a comprehensive education reform based on the needs of English Learners. Early results from the content validation processes show promising evidence that the key implementation components of the EL reform have been identified, and the indicators provide enough specificity to guide data collection efforts. The results also hold promise that the DOI Tool can create a sense of ownership and confidence among district and school staff in identifying perceived levels of system-wide implementation and may help ongoing monitoring, refinement, and sustainability of the EL reform model.

Authors

• Martha Irene Martinez, SEAL

• Elvira Garcia Armas, Loyola Marymount University

• Anya Hurwitz, Sobrato Early Academic Language model (SEAL)

• Magaly Lavadenz, Loyola Marymount University

• Laurie Olsen, Californians Together