Description
A step-by-step approach to delivering results
Michael Barber, former chief advisor on delivery to British Prime Minister Tony Blair, and his colleagues thoroughly describe his proven reform delivery processes in this practical field guide. Citing education reform case studies from more than 20 countries, he asserts that most previous reforms were unsuccessful due to failed implementation. The central challenge is getting it done. This book focuses on how to accomplish meaningful results, including:
- Significant and ongoing education reform
- Excellence and equity across public education
- Students who are prepared to lead America’s future
Table of Contents
Preface
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
How to Read This Field Guide
Executive Summary
1. Develop a Foundation for Delivery
1A. Define Your Aspiration
1B. Review the Current State of Delivery
1C. Build the Delivery Unit
1D. Establish a Guiding Coalition
2. Understand the Delivery Challenge
2A. Evaluate Past and Present Performance
2B. Understand Drivers of Performance and Related System Activities
3. Plan for Delivery
3A. Determine Your Reform Strategy
3B. Set Targets and Trajectories
3C. Produce Delivery Plans
4. Drive Delivery
4A. Establish Routines to Drive and Monitor Performance
4B. Solve Problems Early and Rigorously
4C. Sustain and Continually Build Momentum
5. Create an Irreversible Delivery Culture
5A. Build System Capacity All the Time
5B. Communicate the Delivery Message
5C. Unleash the "Alchemy of Relationships"
Frequently Asked Questions
Glossary
Appendix A1 Delivery Capacity Review Rubric
Appendix A2 Assessment Framework Used by the Prime Minister's Delivery Unit
References
Index
