The Diamond Model

I selected Diamonds model because it fit the context and structure of my work. It reflects the two phased approach we used and mirrored our thinking as we began this project: considering the effectiveness of existing strategies and thinking in terms of an ideal solution without regard for existing constraints. In addition, this model can be used in developing each unit of the training. The Diamond model, clearly represents a philosophy and theory as outlined in our readings, but this model is also aligned to my project in context, and approach.

Diamond Model for National College Readiness Implementation

Project Selection and Design Research the literature and best practices for college readiness Create position papers and overview documents for faculty, resource specialists and students.
Basic Project Inputs : Domain of Knowledge: Cognitive Increase student awareness of what it means to develop college readiness Educational institutions, communalities and economic sectors of communities across the country are concerned and interested in increasing the number or individuals in their communities who have a college degrees or post secondary certificates. Research the literature and best practices for college readiness Incorporate only research based information and practices Align recommendations to educational priorities Generate usable and easily accessible information, tools and trainings for program staff, faculty and students. Project Specific Factors Research current literature regarding college readiness. Identify best practices and create or identify appropriate tools/training to build capacity of program staff to help students become better prepared for college success Disseminate overview of the research and foundational tools to various groups by July 2014. Develop a pilot by December 2014 Set up time sheet tracking for budget resources time investment and organizational wiki materials by September 2014 Continuously solicit and incorporate feedback of all stakeholders Pilot national group 5-7 programs Develop conference college readiness strand by July 2014 Launch 43 programs nationwide by August 2014
Operational Sequence: Research Summary/Plan Create tools Disseminate/ individual pilots Refine Group pilot Refine Implement

Phase 1
Project Generation and Selection Create tools and training modules that build the capacity of faculty and staff to better support students in becoming college ready

Diamond Model for College Readiness Implementation

Production Implementation and Evaluation for Each Training Unit and Tool Design formative and summative evaluation Instruments and procedures

Phase 2

Determine objectives, goals and outcomes

Create tools propose training content and format

Seek stakeholder input and adjust tools and training content as appropriate

Produce and field test revised materials through minipilots

Coordinate logistics for pilots and national program launch

Implement national launch evaluate and adjust if needed