HRE 399G: Theory to PracticeHRE 399G: Theory to Practice

Section 5:Section 5:

Components in the local Components in the local settingsetting

Module 1: Module 1: Planning and Implementing Planning and Implementing

Tech PrepTech Prep

Tech Prep Planning Tech Prep Planning StrategiesStrategies

• Plan to plan Tech Prep• Formulate clear short and long-

term goals for Tech Prep• Forecast the future for Tech

Prep• Prioritize Tech Prep goals,

establish measures, and state desired outcomes

Tech Prep Planning Tech Prep Planning Strategies (Cont.)Strategies (Cont.)

• Develop and select alternative strategies for Tech Prep goals

• Implement the Tech Prep plan• Evaluate the Tech Prep plan• Revise and improve the Tech

Prep initiative

Where do we startWhere do we start

Tech Prep is an ambitious program with limited resources

SET PRIORITIES!

Developing the components Developing the components of Tech Prepof Tech Prep

Consider these as possible priority areas:

• CURRICULUM- where the rubber meets the road

• PREPARATORY SERVICES- helping students plan ahead

• TRANSITION- based on S/PS collaboration

• WORK BASED LEARNING- differentiates TP

Curriculum Reform- stepsCurriculum Reform- steps

• Assemble all relevant standards

• Analyze and crosswalk them

• Align them to the curriculum

• Identify deficiencies in the curriculum

• Correct the deficiencies

• Include teaching enhancements

• Include assessments• Develop an

implementation plan• Evaluate

Preparatory services- stepsPreparatory services- steps

“Some people go to college; everyone goes to work.”

Every student should have a plan for entering a career upon graduation.

Key components:• Individual career

plans• Career awareness

activities• Career pathways

system

Transition- stepsTransition- stepsStudent transition is

helped by:• Articulated curriculum• Being fully prepared for

further education• Active guidance and

counseling• Dual credit/ enrollment

programs• Exposure to educational

institutions and workplaces.

Student transition is more difficult when:

• Remedial education is needed

• Little guidance or assistance is provided

• There are low expectations for performance.

Work-Based Learning- stepsWork-Based Learning- steps

TYPES• Job shadowing• Job rotations• Internships• Coops• Apprenticeships• Mentoring

ADVANTAGESStudents learn

through applying their skills in real situations.

CHALLENGESStaff time,

supervision, transportation, cost, safety, access

Postsecondary IssuesPostsecondary IssuesCommunity colleges take leadership in

most Tech Prep consortia.

However, community college students are not typically seen as Tech Prep.

How do we help college students to continue to experience a seamless pathway?

SIX CORE CONCEPTSSIX CORE CONCEPTS

1. Ground Tech Prep in integrated and applied curriculum that spans levels.

2. Link secondary and postsecondary education to facilitate a smooth transition.

3. Work-based learning connects the educational experience to workplace and community.

SIX CORE CONCEPTSSIX CORE CONCEPTS

4.Tech Prep should be outcome-focused with graduates having specific competencies.

5.Tech Prep should be accessible, and a viable option for all students.

6.Collaboration is essential to effective implementation.

Work Plan-Work Plan- Essential Elements Essential Elements

Essential Element

Activities and Strategies

Person/Group Responsible

Timeline

2+2 Pathways

Articulation

Curriculum Development

Training for Teachers

Training for Counselors

Special Populations

Preparatory Services

Work-based Learning

Work Plan- Work Plan- Supporting Supporting ElementsElements

Supporting Element

Activities and Strategies

Person/Group Responsible

Timeline

Leadership and Administrative Support

Parental Support

Business, Labor, & Community Involvement

Transition (SecPS)

Sec & PS Collaboration

Identification & Reporting of Students

Evaluation