Today we will complete our discussion of the seven primary barriers to changing instructional practices and the appropriate response by leadership. To review, the primary barriers are:
- Ignorance
- Lack of Training
- Habit
- Choice
- Fear
- Helplessness
- Obstinance
Below, I have built a chart listing some potential interventions for each barrier. I hope you find this useful and I welcome your feedback.
| Barrier | Corrective Actions |
| Ignorance | Book Study
Induction Orientation Embedded Training PLC
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| Inadequate Training | Induction
Orientation Embedded Training Coaching PLC
|
| Habit | Clear Communication
Embedded Training Identified Replacement Behavior High Volume Formative Classroom Observation (PowerWalks) Positive Reinforcement Coaching
|
| Choice | Clear Communication
Show That There is a Choice Limit Choices (No More Than 3) Coaching
|
| Fear | Cultivate a Judgement Free Learning Curve
High Volume Formative Classroom Observation (PowerWalks) Scheduled, Specific Purpose Classroom Visits Coaching PLC
|
| Helplessness | Clear Communication
Clear, Concrete Mission Highlight and Celebrate Small Successes Coaching PLC
|
| Obstinance | Clear Communication
High Volume Formative Classroom Observation (PowerWalks) Positive Reinforcement Purposeful, Prescriptive Documentation; Termination
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RTB – Part 1: Response to Ignorance
RTB – Part 2: Response to Inadequate Training
RTB – Part 3: Response to Habit
RTB – Part 4: Response to Choice
RTB – Part 5: Response to Fear
RTB – Part 6: Response to Helplessness
RTB – Part 7: Response to Obstinance
RTB – Recap
Think. Work. Achieve.
Your turn…
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