CHANGEMANAGEMENT for Staff and management.pptx

Change management help staff on a daily basis to interact with the management.
Teaching children with dyslexia requires a specialized approach that accommodates their unique learning needs. Dyslexia, a learning disorder affecting reading and language processing, can be a significant barrier to academic success. However, with the right strategies, children with dyslexia can achieve their full potential.

Effective teaching methodologies for dyslexic children emphasize multisensory instruction, which engages multiple senses simultaneously to enhance learning. For example, combining visual, auditory, and kinesthetic activities helps reinforce concepts and makes learning more accessible. Structured literacy programs, such as Orton-Gillingham, focus on phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, and comprehension, providing systematic and explicit instruction that is crucial for dyslexic learners.

Moreover, individualized instruction is key. Teachers should tailor lessons to each child's specific needs, ensuring that they progress at their own pace. Using assistive technology, such as text-to-speech software, can also help bridge gaps in reading and writing.

To improve their standard of learning, it’s important to foster a supportive and patient learning environment. Encouraging a growth mindset, where mistakes are viewed as part of the learning process, can build confidence in dyslexic students. Regular feedback and positive reinforcement further motivate them, leading to sustained improvement and a more inclusive educational experience.The input text contains a case example that shows how assessment was used to identify areas where students were not doing well and later on helped them achieve meaningful improvement.

Case Example: Improving Writing Skills

In English language class, I noticed that grammar and vocabulary exercises were their strong points yet creative writing posed a challenge to them. To find out more about it, I commenced the term by carrying out a diagnostic writing assessment.

Assessment Process:

This essay assessed whether students could organize and develop ideas clearly in addition to evaluating how well they wrote with coherence and creativity.

Idea development, syntax, word choice as well as grammar are some of the aspects of their writing that I evaluated using a rubric.

Results and Insights:

Many learners experienced challenges organizing thoughts into logically structured texts during writing assignments as evidenced by results obtained through the assessments.

The student’s writings were also characterized by low levels of originality exemplified in their sticking to basic concepts instead of exploring more complex or unique ones.

Instructional Adjustments:

Therefore, I created several workshop sessions geared towards brainstorming for ideas, outlining processes and drafting techniques.

For this reason, I started having peer review sessions where students would evaluate each other’s work.Teachers make use of TTeT

1. CHANGE MANAGEMENT Development of Feedbacks with Practical Solutions and Realistic Scenarios:

2. Marking and vetting of scripts coinciding with meetings Scenario: Imagine it’s the end of the term, and teachers are racing to complete marking while attending back-to-back meetings. Mr. Ade, a senior teacher, rushes through marking scripts late at night, leading to errors and exhaustion. Teacher Actions: Prioritize Tasks: Mr. Ade should prioritize marking during his most productive hours and communicate with management if additional support is needed. Communicate Needs: If the workload becomes too much, Mr. Ade should inform the administration early to prevent burnout. Management Actions: Reschedule Non-Essential Meetings: During marking periods, non-urgent meetings could be moved to lighter weeks, allowing teachers like Mr. Ade more time to focus on grading. Provide Support Staff: Assign an assistant to handle administrative tasks during peak periods.

3. Meetings at Regular Intervals: Regular meetings are necessary, but their frequency can be stressful, especially during busy periods. Scenario: Ms. Bello, a new teacher, finds herself overwhelmed by frequent meetings during exam season, leaving little time for lesson preparation and student support. Teacher Actions: Prepare in Advance: Ms. Bello could review agendas ahead of time, ensuring she’s prepared and can participate more effectively. Provide Feedback: Ms. Bello can suggest less frequent meetings or propose combining them with other tasks to save time. Management Actions: Adjust Meeting Frequency: Reduce meetings during exam periods to allow teachers like Ms. Bello to focus on their primary tasks. Consider Virtual Meetings: Offer virtual meetings to save time and reduce stress.

4. Olympiad Timetable Colliding with Summer Activities: Issue: The Olympiad timetable conflicts with summer activities, causing scheduling stress. Scenario: Mr. Emeka, responsible for both Olympiad coaching and organizing summer activities, struggles to juggle both roles as they clash on the same dates, leading to burnout. Teacher Actions: Plan Ahead: Mr. Emeka should review the calendar early and plan his workload to manage both roles effectively. Communicate Concerns Early: If conflicts arise, Mr. Emeka should notify management well in advance to adjust the schedule. Management Actions: Integrate Calendars: Develop a unified school calendar that clearly outlines all major events, preventing overlaps. Consult Teachers: Involve Mr. Emeka in the planning process to ensure the timetable is realistic and manageable.

5. Impromptu Meetings: Issue: Last-minute meetings disrupt teachers’ schedules and increase stress levels. Scenario: Ms. Fatima is called into an impromptu meeting just as she’s about to deliver a critical lesson. The disruption leaves her unprepared and stressed. Teacher Actions: Manage Expectations: Ms. Fatima could set realistic expectations with her students and colleagues about her availability during school hours. Prepare for Flexibility: Ms. Fatima could keep flexible time slots in her schedule to accommodate unforeseen events without significant stress. Management Actions: Implement Meeting Protocols: Establish guidelines requiring meetings to be scheduled with at least 24 hours’ notice unless it’s an emergency. Provide Clear Agendas: Distribute meeting agendas in advance to allow teachers like Ms. Fatima to prepare.

6. Tight Deadlines: Teachers are stressed by tight deadlines, leading to rushed work and reduced quality. Scenario: Mr. John has been given a tight deadline to submit grades but finds himself overwhelmed by the sheer volume of work, leading to late nights and errors in grading. Teacher Actions: Time Management: Mr. John could use planners or apps to better manage time and track progress on tasks, ensuring he meets deadlines without compromising quality. Ask for Extensions When Needed: If Mr. John realizes the deadline is unrealistic, he should request an extension as early as possible. Management Actions: Review and Extend Deadlines: Assess deadlines regularly to ensure they are realistic. Extend deadlines when necessary, especially during busy periods. Stagger Workload: Spread out tasks and deadlines to avoid clustering multiple due dates together.

7. Overwhelming Workload: Issue: Teachers face an overwhelming workload, leading to stress and potential burnout. Scenario: Ms. Clara, a dedicated teacher, finds herself taking on too many responsibilities, from lesson planning to extracurricular activities, leading to burnout and frequent absences. Teacher Actions: Delegate and Share Responsibilities: Ms. Clara should collaborate with colleagues to share responsibilities and lighten her load. Practice Self-Care: Ms. Clara could engage in self-care practices, such as regular breaks and exercise, to manage stress and maintain her well-being. Management Actions: Reassess Task Distribution: Review the distribution of tasks to ensure that workloads are balanced and fair across the staff. Offer Wellness Programs: Implement wellness programs or stress-relief activities to support teachers like Ms. Clara.

8. Conclusion This seminar has highlight real-life scenarios that teachers face, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between management and teachers in managing workloads and reducing stress. By implementing these practical solutions, Lagooz Schools can create a healthier, more productive environment that supports both teaching quality and teacher well-being