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During the initial stage, the preparation phase, it is crucial to figure out what exactly needs to be done, how it should be done, and who will be responsible for carrying it out. Doing so can avoid wasting resources such as time and money on misplaced efforts. As a part of the preparation proces...

Monitoring is essential for school improvement, as it allows teams to track progress over time. This fosters a culture of inquiry and continuous improvement. The monitoring phase assesses if evidence-based practices have the desired impact on outcomes. The team identifies changes or "disturbances...

Implementation is a process that takes time and effort to increase the likelihood of success for students. Frustration can occur when well-aligned evidence-based practices fail to produce results. Research suggests that it may take two to four years to fully operationalize a program, practice, or...

Teams adjust implementation strategies to improve student learning based on data analysis. They determine modifications to align the process with the intended goals. The continuous improvement cycle requires defining, implementing, and monitoring plan components. Evidence may suggest refinements ...

Effective Practices: Research Briefs and Evidence Ratings