The implementation plan for this proposal at Santa Fe Elementary School can gradually incorporate e-portfolios for students over two years, encouraging student choice, ownership, and authentic learning experiences. This approach aligns with the COVA framework, emphasizing student-centered learning and active participation in the learning process. The next action outline is
Year 1:
Phase 1: Presentation of the Innovation Plan (Months 1-3)
- Present the proposal to the Administration, where students create an ePortfolio. Highlight the benefits of ePortfolios and emphasize the students’ choice and ownership.
Phase 2: Infrastructure (Months 4-6)
- Chromebook and School Email Setup:
- Ensure all students have access to Chromebooks and school email accounts.
- Provide training sessions on using Google Docs through school emails.
- Internet Connectivity:
- Verify stable internet connectivity in classrooms to support online collaboration.
Phase 3: Planning (Months 7-12)
- Introduction and Training Sessions:
- Introduce students to ePortfolios and provide training on comprehension question formulation.
- Guide students in selecting texts of their interest for their ePortfolios.
- Text Selection and Guidelines:
- Develop guidelines for selecting texts and formulating comprehension questions.
- Emphasize the importance of understanding chosen texts for effective question formulation.
Year 2:
Phase 4: Analysis and Curriculum Integration (Months 13-18)
- Data Analysis and Evaluation:
- Analyze student engagement and learning outcomes from Year 1 implementation.
- Evaluate the potential integration of ePortfolios into the curriculum.
- Curriculum Integration Proposal:
- Develop a proposal outlining how ePortfolios can enhance student learning and be integrated into the curriculum.
- Highlight the benefits of student-driven question formulation and authentic learning experiences.
Phase 5: Implementation and Evaluation (Months 19-24)
- Implementation Planning:
- Develop a detailed implementation plan for integrating ePortfolios into classroom instruction.
- Provide ongoing support and professional development for teachers.
- Monitoring and Evaluation:
- Monitor student progress and engagement with ePortfolios.
- Collect feedback from teachers and students to assess the effectiveness of the initiative.
By following this implementation scheme, Santa Fe Elementary can gradually introduce ePortfolios in Google Docs for students over two years, fostering student choice, ownership, and authentic learning experiences. This approach aligns with the COVA framework, emphasizing student-centered learning and active participation in the learning process.