Project GLAD - Training Model

Administrator Awareness

This is a three-hour training for administrators to introduce GLAD theory, research and strategies.  Administrators will be provided with a GLAD checklist to help monitor implementation.

2-day Training:  Theory, Research, and Introduction to the Strategies

Training in theory and research with practical classroom implications and applications occurs over a two-day period.  It covers the works of educators across the disciplines:  readings, writing, brain-compatible teaching, language acquisition, cross cultural respect, primary language, and coaching.  Research is directly tied to specific classroom implications, strategies and organization.

4-day Training:  GLAD in Action

Participants will observe a demonstration session in a classroom all morning for four days.  One of the GLAD trainers works with the children, presenting the strategies.  The other trainer coaches the teachers who are observing in the back of the room.  This trainer is explaining what is being done, why, and generally answering questions concerning the lessons.  Afternoons are spent at the IMC with time for feedback and collaboration, including initial planning with the trainers for the trainees' upcoming units.

GLAD Coaches

Schools receiving GLAD training will select two teachers to serve as GLAD coaches at their site.  GLAD coaches will attend monthly afternoon meetings at the Staff Development Center.  Coaches will implement GLAD strategies and model effective GLAD practices.  They will be responsible for supporting teachers with GLAD implementation at their school sites and may begin the two-year process of becoming GLAD key trainers.

On Site Follow-up

A GLAD trainer will visit schools to offer support for GLAD coaches and assess school needs to help maximize implementation.  The trainer can offer the school support by facilitating grade level collaboration, and assisting in the development of grade level year plans, GLAD units, and unit demonstration kits.  The GLAD trainer will support teachers with their personal implementation plans, guiding them in reflection and inquiry of their individual practices.

1-day Unit Training:  (Prerequisite: 2-day and 4-day GLAD training)

Participants will be introduced to a grade level specific, standards based unit, developed by Santa Ana key trainers.  In the morning, participants will be walked through the standards, strategies, and assessments for the unit.  In the afternoon, participants will have time to prepare their own set of materials to facilitate immediate implementation.

GLAD Forum

This is an optional monthly after school meeting for all GLAD trained teachers.  Teachers will have the opportunity to discuss GLAD strategies, and meet in grade levels to share resources and develop units.

GLAD Coaching Meetings

These are monthly meetings for site-selected GLAD coaches and trainers.  Meetings will provide coaches with the opportunity to develop their professional coaching skills through reflection and shared experiences.  Monthly meetings will facilitate communication and dissemination of new information.

GLAD Website

A Santa Ana GLAD website has been developed for access to the GLAD training calendar, downloadable units, strategy information, links, and other resources.