There’s Nothing as Practical as Good Theory: Applying Change Constructs to PT3 Initiatives
Abstract: In this presentation, we will discuss the change theories of Fullan (2001), Hall and Hord (2001), and Rogers (1995). To illustrate key tenets of these authors, particularly those that relate to faculty development and standards-based planning, we will draw from our experience of implementing PT3 initiatives at UNLV, including our current efforts to pilot the use of e-portfolios in our teacher education program. In addition, using components of these theoretical frameworks, we will analyze transcripts of semi-structured interviews recently administered to university faculty, administrators, and school district personnel (n=22). While one goal of this analysis will be to generate insights that inform the implementation of our project, we see the conference presentation as an opportunity to highlight key change constructs that may inform the change efforts of others.
Presider: Patricia McGee, Walden University