Principal Learning Day - Jan 16, 2019 - Adaptive Design by Tran, Doannie https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh Why should we consider the idea of Adaptive Design? en-us 2019-01-14 16:23:43 UTC 2019-01-16 16:30:21 UTC hello@padlet.com USEFUL LINKS trand6 https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/320389433 Leading Change Through Adaptive Design Article

Embrace Incubator - Video

12 Angry Men Clip

Backchannel Discussion Space (Questions and reactions)

IMPORTANT: FEEDBACK AND INTEREST FORM]]> 2019-01-14 16:46:07 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/320389433 Example trand6 https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321217574 Say: What did the author actually write?

"Adaptive challenges...are hard to define precisely. Solving them involves changing hearts and minds and solutions of that kind often threaten people's self-identity." -page 7

Mean: What was the author trying to convey in that text? 

Adaptive challenges require that we change the way that people view themselves and their work, which can be very uncomfortable.

Matter: Why should we care? What are the implications for our work?

We can't assume that when we try to create change that it is as simple as changing a procedure or a series of checklist steps. We have to take into account the "hearts and minds" and sense of loss that comes with change. ]]> 2019-01-16 14:00:16 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321217574 4th Quadrant https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321268597 What did the author literally say? 

"Adaptive leadership...their ability to diagnose a system...is what ultimately enables people to be more effective in their work.” “Design thinking...tend to assume that results are what ultimately drive meaningful change-people will come along”. “Adaptive design combines the best of both practices.” 

What the author means? 

Combining both of these appeals to the logical side and emotional side for effective change

What are the implications for our work? 
Each of us as a leader has to implement change. We need to get buy-in from our organization and come up with solutions that meet the needs of our students ]]> 2019-01-16 15:23:24 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321268597 River Eves, Ester Jackson https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321268744 Dolvin, Medlock Bridge, Northwood, College Park, River Trail, Hillside

Says:
"Practitioners who use design thinking are better able to understand the people they are serving"

Means: The leader is unable to know the true essence of the problem until they understand the true nature of the problem through speaking to those most impacted by the problem. Design Thinking allows this to occur.

Matter:
If we want to effectively lead quality schools that impact the school community (teachers, staff, parents) we have to engage other to involve them in the process of understanding the people we serve. If we don't, we won't  reach our optimal potential. ]]> 2019-01-16 15:23:39 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321268744 Team members: Bell, Baker, Fleming, Hardy, Epps, Stamper, Peterson https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321268876 Say - Niether design thinking nor adaptive leadership alone is sufficient to solve social and organizational problems. Para 4, last sentence

Mean - You have to understand each brings different strengths and differences. You have to know how each appeal to different types of people and how to merge both.

Matter - We work in a complex industry where our stakeholders are people. Combining both fosters the ability to deal with change.]]> 2019-01-16 15:23:54 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321268876 Adams, Cook, Robinson https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321269046 Say: What did the author actually write? 

“Sometimes their efforts are so disruptive that they put their jobs at risk.”

Mean: What was the author trying to convey in that text?  

Design thinking approach is not enough by itself in leadership.

Matter: Why should we care? What are the implications for our work?

This approach can be threatening to teachers & staff and may make it more difficult for the leader to accomplish the change.]]> 2019-01-16 15:24:08 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321269046 Webb https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321269700 2019-01-16 15:25:07 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321269700 Wallace + Bradley https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321269855 Say:  The purpose of the first step in the Design Process is empathy RE: to gather true insights into the needs of the users or beneficiaries.

Mean: We must actually know the need(s) of the people impacted by the work RE: implement the solution.

Matter: To make sure that you are actually solving for the real problem RE: Incubator example. Implications: Ensure focused work and ensures collective buy-in. Additionally, you are more likely to produce results and generate "real" impact. ]]> 2019-01-16 15:25:19 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321269855 Darrell Robert Shaw https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321269867 Adaptive design inevitably tests the flexibility in both the thinking psychological and political elements of change

To us this means that, regardless of the circumstances, good leads are able to adapt. ]]> 2019-01-16 15:25:19 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321269867 PCHS https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321269999
Neither design thinking nor adaptive leadership alone is sufficient to solve complex social and organizational problems]]> 2019-01-16 15:25:34 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321269999 KC, JC, SA https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321270057 Say
The purpose of the first step, empathy, is to gather insights about the true needs of users or beneficiaries.

Mean
Gather info to get to the true core issues. 

Matter

We waste time implementing initiatives that do not address the root cause. ]]> 2019-01-16 15:25:38 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321270057 Amy Lemons, Julie Morris, Jennifer Rosenthall, Cheree Turner lemonsa1 https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321270087 Say: Adaptive leadership is uncomfortable because it involves helping people through a loss. 

Mean: When you implement change, you are moving people out of their comfort zone. If they are being forced to change they are loosing something because of it. 

Matter: We have to be able to put ourselves in their shoes in order to make sustainable and effective. You have to see yourself as a coach not only through the actually change for but for the emotional side of it. We have to have empathy to be effective. ]]> 2019-01-16 15:25:41 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321270087 https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321270505 Team Webb, Edwards, Conway, Parker 
Say- brutal realism
Mean- both brutal honesty and optimism 
Some obstacles can prove to be quick wins and create buy in from constituents. The distance between the dance floor and balcony is perspective
Matter- identify easy wins, garner buy in, get to solution, balance between realism and optimism as well as naivism vs cynacism ]]> 2019-01-16 15:26:23 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321270505 Chuck, Scott, Taylor https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321270578 Say: the author is saying that both adaptive leadership and design thinking are necessary for effectively leading change.

Mean: neither adaptive leadership nor design thinking, alone, can solve the complex problems that exist in our organizations.

Matter: we need to be aware of which area is a strength and which we need to consider in more depth when making decisions ]]> 2019-01-16 15:26:29 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321270578 LeMoyne, Kersey, Allison, Williams, Woodruff https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321271347 Say - Practioners integrate design thinking and adaptive leadership to create a distinct process that blends and alternates the phases that make up those two practices

Mean - both approaches have merit, but one size does not fit all

Matter -approaches have to vary depending on the situation]]> 2019-01-16 15:27:41 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321271347 https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321271358 Brian Chris Tim Kim 

What
Embrace optimism about prospect for changing the world AND the brutal realism about obstacles. Keep optimism from becoming naive and the realism from becoming cynical 
Mean
Resilience and transparency 

Why
Authentic work. Solutions are always subjective and messy ]]> 2019-01-16 15:27:42 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321271358 Monica In, Ariane Holcombe Maureen Lilly https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321271366 Say- People who want to lead change often focus on the former rather than the later
Mean: Change leaders are often optimistic and excited about the change and fail to address the obstacles to address the change. 
Matter: This can potentially lead to change that doesn't result with the desired outcome.]]> 2019-01-16 15:27:42 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321271366 Brian Jones, Tara McGee, Ryan Moore, Opie Blackwell & Stacy PerlmanSay: What did the author actually write? "Practitioners develop the courage to fail and make mistakes, and they learn they can design their way out of many (if not all) problems." p. 6Mean: What was the author trying to convey in that text? The design thinking process empowers leaders to effectively take risks through a defined process, making it feel safe.Matter: Why should we care? What are the implications for our work? https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321271382 Better understanding the needs of the user enables us to find the right solution to the right problem.
Modeling risk taking for employees will help empower them to take risks for students.

]]> 2019-01-16 15:27:44 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321271382 Carrie, Taylor, Lisa, Sara, LynnSay: What did the author actually write? Practitioners who use design thinking are better able to understand the people they are serving. Mean: What was the author trying to convey in that text? He was trying to convey who is the beneficiary of the process- it’s not for the designer. Matter: Why should we care? What are the implications for our work? https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321271530
Our “people” are the ones doing the work and it creates empathy for their positions and work. ]]> 2019-01-16 15:27:57 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321271530 Meaningful Text: The courage to fail and make mistakes and the intuitive nature of Design Thinking. https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321272278 2019-01-16 15:29:02 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321272278 Say mean matter https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321272665 Say- explained the phases of design thinking
Mean - it is important to go through the phases and not just jump to action. 
Matter- as leaders we often skip steps and make assumptions. We aren’t always solving the right problem. 

CH, CC, RL, JP


]]> 2019-01-16 15:29:37 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321272665 Adaptive leadership is the most effective type of leadership approaches when approaching problems and seeking optimal solutions. https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321274180 2019-01-16 15:32:08 UTC https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321274180 Anthony, Racquel, and Latrina https://padlet.com/trand6/or7puhmcj3yh/wish/321275149  
What is the author literally writing? 

If you design a chair, design it for the person who will sit in it for eight hours a day. 

 

What is the author trying to convey with this text? 

When designing something, one must consider the person for whom you are designing it.  Understand your customer. 

What are the implications for our work? 

When designing solutions, listen to your customer.  The district should listen to schools; schools should listen to all stakeholders, (parents, students, teachers) 

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