This case study reveals how 28 educators were equipped with advanced skills to support student success in nontraditional career pathways.
Building Leadership Capacity to Grow Nontraditional Pathways was a 12-week custom-built program for the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, supported by their Perkins funds. This strategic initiative targeted educational leaders committed to enhancing equity within nontraditional career pathways. The program cultivated a deep understanding of systemic barriers and strategies to foster inclusivity and successful student outcomes through engaging virtual workshops and dynamic asynchronous learning.
CLIENT: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
AUDIENCE: Nontraditional career pathway educators (28 participants)
OBJECTIVE: To equip educators with tools and strategies to increase the participation and completion of students in nontraditional pathways.
Program Structure and Features
The program revolved around four comprehensive virtual workshops, supplemented by ongoing interactive content on the Engineer Inclusion Network (EIN). Each week, participants explored key aspects of educational equity, beginning with the importance of disaggregated data in identifying equity gaps and progressing through advanced topics such as root cause analysis and continuous improvement strategies.Â
Key components of the program included:
- Personalized Coaching: Participants had unlimited access to one-on-one or small group coaching with Dr. Meagan Pollock, enhancing their personalized learning experience.
- Project-Based Learning: Encouraged to focus their learning on specific projects, participants applied concepts in real-world settings, ensuring practical understanding and implementation.
- Empathic and Continuous Improvement Models: The final workshop introduced models that blended empathic design with process improvement methodologies, equipping leaders with tools to enact sustained changes.
Impact and Outcomes
This training program was not only about imparting knowledge but also about transforming practices. Participants gained critical insights into how to analyze and address the root causes of barriers in CTE and STEM education. Based on pre-post survey data analyzed by an external evaluator, the program was instrumental in:
- Enhancing Analytical Skills: Educators became adept at conducting equity analyses using disaggregated data, a crucial skill in identifying and addressing educational gaps.
- Improving Systemic Understanding: Through exercises like the 4-I’s of Oppression and Root Cause Analysis, participants deepened their understanding of systemic barriers, which is vital for developing effective solutions.
- Driving Actionable Change: The focus on continuous improvement empowered participants to implement and sustain changes that enhance inclusivity in educational settings.
Participant Engagement and Feedback
The success of this program was reflected in the high level of participant engagement and the positive feedback received. Educators appreciated the structured yet flexible learning environment and the opportunity to engage deeply with both the content and their peers. The proactive participation in discussions and project work demonstrated the program’s effectiveness in motivating and empowering educational leaders.
Conclusion
Building Leadership Capacity to Grow Nontraditional Pathways exemplified a successful approach to professional development in educational equity. By combining expert-led workshops with hands-on projects and personalized coaching, the program effectively built leaders’ capacities to foster change and promote inclusivity in nontraditional pathways. The positive outcomes and testimonials from this program underscore its value as a model for future training initiatives aimed at enhancing educational equity.
Thanks for the training. There is much more to this than meets the eye.
Thank you for providing this training. I found it very valuable and would like to do it again as time allows and/or do further training in this area.
Detailed Program Offerings
The prices here were our 2021-2023 rates.Â
Virtual Half-Day Workshops ($12,000)
- Program Design: Customized, cohort-based professional development that facilitates data-driven decision-making and strategies to increase student success in non-traditional occupational programs.
- Interactive Learning: Engaging workshop format with one instructor, including PDF handouts and curated resources.
- Collaboration: Initial co-creation of program objectives and learning plan, followed by design and approval process to ensure alignment with client needs.
Learning Management System (LMS) Setup ($3,000)
- Custom Platform: Creation of a private virtual learning community to host all program content, recordings, and resources.
- Engagement Tools: Features such as basic discussion prompts, handouts, resources, and archived workshop recordings to facilitate ongoing discussion and community engagement.
- Long-Term Access: Content remains accessible for at least two years, ensuring long-term value and reference.
Asynchronous Learning Exercises ($6,000)
- Weekly Content: Curated relevant content and discussion prompts provided weekly to enhance and build upon workshop topics.
- Extended Learning: Designed to complement the monthly workshops and support continuous learning and reflection.
Unlimited Access Coaching ($5,000)
- Flexible Support: Unlimited coaching sessions offered to maximize accessibility and support, focusing on practical application and achievable results.
- Consulting Style: Emphasis on listening, guiding, and providing research-based strategies, with a commitment to kindness and supportive interaction.
Analysis & Report ($5,000)
- Impact Measurement: Conducting pre/post surveys with statistical analysis to measure changes in knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors.
- Professional Reporting: Analysis performed by an external evaluator, culminating in a detailed report for client records.
Full Program Discount
- Cost Efficiency: Full investment in the program provides a nearly 20% savings, reducing the total cost to $25,000.
Ready to Transform Your Educational Programs?
At Engineer Inclusion, we are dedicated to empowering educational leaders with the tools and insights needed to foster inclusivity and equity in their programs. Our comprehensive offerings are designed to address the complexities of nontraditional pathways and to promote sustained, positive change in educational settings. We understand that each organization has unique challenges and goals, which is why we offer customizable solutions tailored to your specific needs. Let us partner with you to develop a comprehensive program that not only meets your immediate objectives but also sets the foundation for long-term success.
Reach out today to discuss how we can support your journey towards creating more inclusive educational environments. Together, we can make a significant impact.
