Influencer Strategy

Change can be hard in any organization. As a teacher, we are always looking for a way to give our student's more ownership and choice in the classroom to improve engagement and their own learning journey.  Implementing ePortfolios will be an excellent way to boost student's involvement in their own learning and create an environment of collaboration, reflection,  and engagement in learning in the classroom.

But how do we get there?

We must first look at what our goal is. In the book, Influencer: The Power to Change Anything, Grenny states “start every change project with a clear and compelling statement of the goal you’re trying to achieve. Measure your progress. Don’t leave it to intuition or hunches. Measure your measures by the behavior they influence. And finally, measure the right thing, and measure it frequently" (Grenny et al, 2003).  Our measurable goal is to have 50 percent of the classrooms in grades three through five implementing ePortfolios. 

Influence is needed to create change within an organization. I have found key influencers within my school that will help make positive changes. They are educational leaders and educators that are invested in driving positive change, fostering a culture of innovation, and ensuring successful integration of digital portfolios. These key influencers can shape perceptions, motivate stakeholders, and provide ongoing support, making ePortfolios a powerful tool for showcasing student growth and fostering 21st-century skills in elementary education. To view my innovation plan on implementing ePortfolios in the elementary school classroom click HERE. 

While researching the book Influencer: The Power to Change Anything, I was able to use the six  sources of influence to plan for the change that needs to happen in my school. This book illuminates the power of influence in fostering a culture where ePortfolios become a transformative tool, enhancing student engagement and showcasing holistic learning experiences in elementary education.