Practice Profiles
Implementation with fidelity requires clearly described implementation criteria. The practice
profile framework has recently been developed by the National Implementation Research Network
(NIRN) as a way of outlining implementation criteria using a rubric structure with clearly defined
practice-level characteristics (NIRN, 2011).
Why are practice profiles effective?
Practice profiles describe the essential functions and level of implementation. The template uses
four implementation levels for each essential function. The rubric format gives examples of
what expected implementation looks like as well as
emerging or growing levels of implementation.
The professional development provider should walk
through the practice profile with the leaders-educatorslearners. It is an important tool for self-monitoring
because it serves as a reminder of implementation
criteria and is aligned with the fidelity checklists.
Implementation Plans
School-wide implementation with fidelity is essential for achieving intended outcomes.
Throughout the collaborative process are data-driven elements. See page 40 for getting started.
Identify
Plan
Describe
Problem
Solve
Create
Evaluate
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