The Learning-Focused Transformation model provides an accelerated transformation from typical or unsuccessful to exemplary and successful.

The Learning-Focused model focuses on applying an accelerated approach for:

• Focusing on exemplary practice based teaching and learning connections

• Previewing strategies focused on student organizing and thinking competencies

• Scaffolding grade level content aimed at students who need to catch up

• Emphasizing a concentrated focus on the singular importance of vocabulary

• Instructing appropriately to better prepare students to meet current standards

• Incorporating all curriculum areas in exemplary instruction

• Using acceleration strategies consistently and pervasively

The Learning-Focused Transformation model implements a high impact, rapid response model that has proven very successful for raising achievement and quickly eliminating any achievement gaps. Unlike typical Transformation models that are fragmented, Learning-Focused is a comprehensive integrated model that provides practices that make immediate improvements in addition to practices that will sustain continuous growth.  Schools and districts implementing Transformation models must show improvement quickly - often in the same year! Every component of the Learning-Focused Transformation model is research-based and evidence-based unlike any other model.

In 2006, the USDOE announced that reaching balanced achievement, as shown above, leads to the greatest increases in student performance and closes the achievement gap faster and more long-term than stand-alone solutions. The Learning-Focused Transformation model provides the most comprehensive rapid response model for balanced achievement using a research-based framework and support solutions focused on learning. The model provides a comprehensive framework for knowing when, why, and how to implement practices that have the most impact on raising achievement through state of the art professional development, resources, and support to ensure long-term success!