Organization, Strategy, and Leadership
The greatest challenge facing today’s school systems is how to integrate technology in ways that increase student achievement through 21st century teaching and learning. Sharnell & Associates offer experience and expertise in data-driven decision making, strategic planning, goal setting, process and performance improvement, project management, team building, budgeting and resource reallocation, grant development and management, family and community involvement, and public-private partnerships. We help schools systems organize for 21st century teaching and learning and sustain continuous instructional improvement by maintaining a constant focus on strategy and leadership.
Digital Technologies, Media, and Content
21st century teaching and learning require school systems to leverage digital technologies, media, and content to increase student achievement. Sharnell & Associates help educators integrate emerging technologies such as mobile computing, media distribution systems, online courseware, simulations and gaming, Web 2.0, and social media. We help school systems provide multiple and flexible methods for students with diverse needs, interests, and abilities to acquire information and construct knowledge. Effective solutions meet individual student needs by providing access to rigorous interactive content and motivate learning by providing students with alternative means of engaging with content and demonstrating what they have learned.
Information Systems for Student Achievement and School Improvement
Creating a culture of continuous instructional improvement requires effective information systems paired with a dynamic professional learning community. Sharnell & Associates help school systems develop and implement high-quality data warehouses and learning management systems to support data-driven instruction and strengthen admnistrative leadership. Effective use of student data requires identifying key performance indicators for student achievement and setting goals that are measurable, actionable, and attainable. Effective learning management systems provide digital curriculum materials and interim assessments aligned to standards with collaborative lesson planning resources. We help educators use information systems to examine and analyze relationships between instructional practices and student achievement.
