Informational MeetingFebruary 3, 2005

Agenda• Welcome and Introductions

• GLEEM Overview

• Preview of Modules

• GLEEM Timeline and Implementation Design

• Application Process

• Questions and Answers

What is GLEEM?

The Grade Level Expectations Educational Model (GLEEM) is a high-quality professional

development (online and face-to-face) relative to the effective implementation of the Grade Level

Expectations in the core content areas.

Purpose of GLEEM

Designed to:

• Provide participants with a deeper understanding of the GLEs and the state comprehensive curriculum;

• Enable participants to deepen their understanding of effective instructional practices by exploring research-based strategies and instructional resources;

Purpose of GLEEM Designed to:• Broaden participants’ knowledge of standards,

benchmarks, GLEs, and technology by applying them in the development of standards-based lessons and assessments; and

• Explore the potential of learning communities as they relate to professional development and student learning through collaborative learning experiences.

GLEEM Overview• GLEEM consists of 5 learning modules• Delivered in both face-to-face and online

formats• Modules may be taken as a series or

standalone (module 1 is a prerequisite)• Each module will consist of learning

experiences that focus on discrete topics (or series of topics)Reflective ReadingsResearch-based StrategiesCurriculum ResourcesEnrichment activities

GLEEM Modules

Module 1: GLEs: An Introduction

Module 2: Effective Classroom Practices

Module 3: Enhancing a Standards-Based Lesson Plan

Module 4: Effective Assessment Practices

Module 5: Making the GLE Connection

GLEEM Modules

• Online Format2-weeks in lengthFacilitated by an experienced online instructor

• Face-to-Face FormatRange from 1-2 days in lengthFace-to-Face facilitator/trainer

Benefits of GLEEM

• Earn CLUs upon successful completion of module• CLUs applied toward relicensure and NCLB

HOUSSE requirements• Online modules valued at 8 CLUs• Face-to-Face modules vary in CLUs ranging from

8 to 16• Districts give final approval of the awarding of

CLUs

Preview of GLEEM Modules

GLEEM Timeline

Fall 2004•Development of GLEEM modules

Spring 2005•GLEEM Beta Test (online and f2f)•GLEEM Field Test (online and f2f)

Summer 2005•Statewide Implementation (online and f2f)

Implementation DesignFace-to-Face Model

• Beta TestTargeted select groups of Elementary, Middle, and High

schools; teachers and facilitators across grade level/content areas

Each will beta test at least one moduleConducted January—March 2005Stipend Provided

Implementation DesignFace-to-Face Model

• Field TestApplication Process (deadline March 11th)Completion of all 5 modules (April 13-May 11th)Serve as module trainer during summer statewide

pilotStipend provided

Implementation DesignFace-to-Face Model• Statewide Pilot (District Teams Only)

Application Process (deadline March 25th)Targeting District Teams

• 1—District GLE Coordinator• 1—Elementary Specialist• 1—Special Education Specialist• 4—Middle/High School Specialist

ELA Math Science Social Studies

Show a demonstrated need in the area of GLEs and Comprehensive Curriculum

Pilot all 5 modules

Implementation DesignFace-to-Face Model

• Statewide Pilot TimelineJuly-August (Modules 1-5)

Application ProcessFace-to-Face Model• Download from LDE site (www.louisianaschools.net)

Follow Guidelines carefully LDE team will review all applications submitted

• Deadline to apply for Field Test (March 11th)

• Notification of participation in Field Test (March 29th)

• Deadline to apply for Statewide Pilot (March 25th)

• Notification of participation in Statewide Pilot (April 18th)

Implementation DesignOnline Model

• Beta TestTargeted select group of teachers (cross grade

level/content areas)Completion of 3 modulesConducted January – March 2005Stipend provided

Implementation DesignOnline Model

• Field TestApplication Process (deadline March 11th)Completion of all 5 modules (Apr. 13th – May 11th)Serve as online instructor during summer statewide

pilotStipend provided

Implementation DesignOnline Model

• Statewide PilotApplication Process (deadline March 25th)Targeting 3-5 member district/school teamsDemonstrated need in the area of GLEs and

Comprehensive CurriculumPilot all 5 modules

Implementation DesignOnline Model

• Statewide Pilot TimelineJune 15 – June 29 (Module 1)

June 29 – July 13 (Modules 2-5)

July 13 – July 27 (Modules 2-5)

Application ProcessOnline Model (Field Test and Statewide Pilot)

• Submit online (www.louisianaschools.net)

• Deadline to apply for Field Test (March 11th)

• Notification of participation (March 29th)

• Deadline to apply for Statewide Pilot (March 25th)

• Notification of participation (April 18th)

Implementation DesignOnline Model• Special Training

Designed to build LDE and district/school capacity relative to GLEs and the state Comprehensive Curriculum

Targets RESC staff, Distinguished Educators (DEs), Reading First staff, LINCS Coordinators, etc.

Training Conducted July 13th – August 17thExploring the possibility of mini-grants

Questions and Answers

GLEEM Contacts• GLEEM Online Model

Nicole Honore, LCET

nicole.honore@la.gov

• GLEEM Face-to-Face Model

Kartina Roberts, Professional Development

kartina.roberts@la.gov