Implementation

Questions

To what extent are materials, information, and feedback reaching stakeholders in a timely manner and to their satisfaction?

Method

• Form 4 focus groups
• Dialogue according to framework
• Administer preliminary survey instrument
• Develop 5 survey instruments for distribution to stakeholders
• Demographics
• Likert scale items
• Semantic differentials
• Open-ended questions
• Analyze the data using qualitative and quantitative methods

What evidence is there that appropriate and relevant professional training, development, in-service programs, and other support mechanisms are in place for ESL teachers, classroom teachers, and administration to facilitate the implementation of the ESL program? What is the level of involvement in these services among ESL teachers, classroom teachers, and administration?

Method

• Form 3 focus groups
• Dialogue according to framework
• Administer preliminary survey instrument
• Develop 3 survey instruments for distribution to stakeholders
• Collect teacher background, qualifications, in-service hours
• Likert scale items
• Semantic differentials
• Open-ended questions

How do ESL teachers implement classroom techniques and methods to instruct students? In what ways is technology integrated into the ESL program? How do teachers implement the use of technology in the classroom? What kinds (frequency and type) of communication exist among stakeholders?

Methods

• Observe classroom methods and techniques of ESL teachers
• Observe teacher and students use of classroom materials and technology
• Observe daily interactions among stakeholders
• Analyze the data using observational protocols