Developing a Theory of Action

Rationale: There is no shortage of problems for district and school leaders to address as they work to support the ongoing needs of teachers and learners. In the A2A project, leaders will narrow their focus to ensure that the needs they are working to address will have a lasting impact on teaching and learning. By articulating a theory of action that specifies what leaders will do and how that will impact teachers, they will have a clear vision for how the actions of adults in the district/charter can positively impact students.

Learning Intention: Teams will articulate a theory of action for the A2A project that explains the specific changes they intend to make to improve teaching and learning. 

Success Criteria: Teams will know they are successful when they…

• can define what a theory of action is

• understand the rationale for defining a theory of action within Assessment to Achievement

• have determined a theory of action that will guide their work within the Assessment to Achievement project