Instructional Analysis Context:

We will conduct an hour and a half workshop for upper elementary teachers (grades
3-4) at Aynor Elementary School. This workshop will allow for 9 teachers to plan,
construct, and integrate an Achieve 3000 lesson using the tools and grouping
options within the program. Were holding this workshop because of the uncertainty
and hesitance many teachers feel toward Achieve 3000. Although the experience of
the teachers ranges from brand new to veteran, this is only the second full year
using Achieve 3000. Last year was the first full year of implementation and goal
setting/keeping with Achieve 3000. All teachers are interested in furthering their
understanding about Achieve 3000 and utilizing to reach the highest potential. This
program has proven to increase test scores and Lexile levels if implemented
correctly.
We will be analyzing the Lexile growth after the 1st 9 weeks of use at each grade
level. Students will use the computer labs within the school along with technology
devices in each classroom. Each classroom has 9-15 iPads, 4-7 desktops, and
minimal mini laptops. Students can provide their own earbuds.
NOTE: The students may use the program at home; however, home usage does not
affect Lexile growth.

Rationale:
Last year was the first year that faculty at Aynor Elementary implemented blended
learning weekly. During the 2014-2015 school year, three computer labs were
utilized in order to get the most exposure to the programs as possible. Fifth grade
had 1:1 devices, so they did Achieve 3000 in their rooms. Third and fourth grade
classes received 2 assigned computer lab times for 90 minute each week in order to
give students the opportunity to complete the required 2 activities. With so much
extra time, most students were able to complete more than 2 activities each week
resulting in more growth. Now that this year is bringing changes and the computer
labs will no longer be utilized in the same way, teachers much find new ways to use
the program in their classrooms. The students will not receive as much time as they
did the previous year which means it is detrimental to use all allotted time wisely.

Description of Learners:
Teache Gende
r
r
Learne
r

Years
Experien
ce

Taken an
Graduat
e
technolo
gy
Courses

Experien
ce with
blended
learning

How
comforta
ble using
technolog
y

MG

Female

10+

Yes

Yes

CD

Female

10+

Yes

Yes

AC

Female

>1

No

YES

TM

Male

>1

No

NO

JT

Male

>10

Yes

Yes

BL

Female

10+

No

Yes

SB

Female

10+

No

Yes

TK

Female

10+

No

NO

AB

Female

10+

Yes

NO

From previous staff developments, I know that all learners are eager to gain more
knowledge about this program. They are looking forward to finding out the best
ways to implement activities in the classroom.

Performance context of learners and implications for

instruction:
The learners in the group are excited to get started. This is an optional workshop,
but all teachers have agreed to attend in order to expand their knowledge and
implementation options. All of these teachers have experience in each of their
designated grades along with the other grade level present from student teaching,
classroom teaching, or being a building curriculum coach at one point in time. All
learners used Achieve 3000 last year and have the basic knowledge necessary to
maneuver through the program and website. Multiple members of the group have a
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Masters in Literacy which aids in the analysis of this reading program. I am on the
4th grade team and have a Masters in Instructional Technology. After the workshop,
the group will have access to two building curriculum coaches, the two presenters
with Instructional Technology degrees and the district technology personnel.

Instructional Goal Statement:

The teachers at Aynor Elementary will be able to 1) successfully log their students in
via horrycountyschools.net learning commons, and 2) research and assign articles
to students in their classes based off of specific skills and reading strategies.

Goal Analysis:
Based on the instructional goals, the teachers will be able to:

Log into Achieve 3000 using Clever and HCS Log-ins

Search for articles based off science and social studies standards
Gain more knowledge about NWEA and where their students fall based off
MAP Scores
Plan lessons using the Teachers Learning Center

Subskill Analysis
Based on the instructional goal, the teachers will be able to:
Log into Achieve 3000 using Clever and HCS Log-Ins
Visit horrycountyschools.net
Scroll down to the light blue puzzle piece for elementary schools.
Click Online Learning
Click Achieve 3000
Click on Log In using clever
Input student username and password assigned by the district
Search for articles based off of science and social studies standards
In the search bar, click Advanced options
Click 4th grade
Select the topic Science/Social Studies
*You can also type in the specific topic and then narrow your search by choosing
subtopics that are aligned to standards for the specific grade level
Gain more knowledge about NWEA and where their students fall based off
MAP Scores
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Click on Admin
Click on Performance Reports
Click on How can I differentiate my instruction based off on NWEA MAP assessment
results?
From here the report will generate and give you articles and topics to work on with
children that are on their level and then a level above them.
Plan lessons using the Teachers Learning Center
Click on Training and Support
Click on Visit the Learning Center
While in the Learning Center you can click on the tabs on the left to navigate
between specific skills and strategies you will be focusing on, as well has having
lesson plans readily available.

Entry Behaviors/Prerequisite Skills Analysis

Proficient web surfing skills
Log in information for teachers/students
Learning Domain
Intellectual Skills

Skills Needed
1. Search for articles
2. Select content area from science and
social studies
1. Typing
1. Voluntarily attend professional
development for Achieve 3000
2. Positive outlook on learning new ways
achieve can better classroom instruction
1. Work together with team or small
groups to decide which articles should fit
the weakness of each student

Psychomotor Skills
Attitude/Behavior

Verbal Information