Authentic Lessons for 21st Century Learning

8 Aspects of Culture and Climate Series

Shayna Pond, Lindsay Hawkins, Lindsay Williams | Published: October 3rd, 2023 by K20 Center

Summary

This collection provides learning activities and data analysis guidance on each of the eight aspects of the K20 Culture and Climate survey, as well as a peek into the research that informed the development of this tool. The intention is that you can use these PDs as a whole series or individually as a stand-alone in areas where you need the most support and understanding to improve and adjust your own work of building a positive school climate and culture.

Resources

Teamwork is a major contributing factor of job satisfaction and work engagement. The investment in building strong team collaboration creates a win-win outcome for both the employee and the organization. This professional learning session is part of a series that explores the eight aspects of organizational... Read more »

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  • Administrators, All Staff or Teachers

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  • Any time of year, Planning/Collaboration/Conference Time

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  • Large Group (at least 30), Medium Group (at least 10), Small Group (at least 4)

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  • Interpret, Reflection
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Time Frame 90 minutes

In order to engage, employees require access to information that helps them meet organizational goals and informs their roles in reaching those goals. In addition, they need to feel supported and heard within the organization. This professional learning session is part of a series that explores the... Read more »

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  • Administrators, All Staff or Teachers

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  • Any time of year, Planning/Collaboration/Conference Time

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  • Large Group (at least 30), Medium Group (at least 10), Small Group (at least 4)

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  • Reflection
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When faculty or staff feel strongly connected to the vision and can clearly see how their role aligns with the strategic priorities, they feel valued and are motivated to do well. This professional learning session is part of a series that explores the eight aspects of organizational culture and climate... Read more »

Some leadership practices feel as if they add to work demands, while others become a resource that lightens the weight of those demands. When leaders are supportive and have built trust-filled relationships with their staff, performance effort and quality increase. This professional learning session... Read more »

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  • Administrators, PLC

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  • Any time of year

User Group Group Size

  • Large Group (at least 30), Medium Group (at least 10)

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  • Brainstorming, Interpret
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Time Frame 50 minutes

When a work environment provides agency, social support, and opportunities for professional growth, these factors stimulate employees to become more competent and engaged in their work. This professional learning session is part of a series that explores the eight aspects of organizational culture and... Read more »

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  • Administrators, All Staff or Teachers

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  • Any time of year

User Group Group Size

  • Large Group (at least 30), Medium Group (at least 10), Small Group (at least 4)

Tag Intention Or Purpose

  • Analyze, Interpret, Problem Solving, Reflection, Research

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  • Culture
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When a work environment provides agency, social support, and opportunities for professional growth, these factors stimulate employees to become more competent and engaged in their work. This professional learning session is part of a series that explores the eight aspects of organizational culture and... Read more »

Tag Target Audience

  • Administrators, All Staff or Teachers

Tag Calendar Placement

  • Any time of year

User Group Group Size

  • Large Group (at least 30), Medium Group (at least 10), Small Group (at least 4)

Tag Intention Or Purpose

  • Analyze, Interpret, Problem Solving, Reflection, Research

Tag Related

  • Culture
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Time Frame 90 mins

Professional or employee engagements refers to the level of commitment, motivation, and involvement that employees have toward their work and their organization. The concept of employee engagement has been extensively studied by researchers in recent years. In this professional development session,... Read more »

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  • All Staff or Teachers

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  • Planning/Collaboration/Conference Time

User Group Group Size

  • Medium Group (at least 10), Small Group (at least 4)

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  • Action Plans
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Time Frame 45-60 minutes

Organizational engagement climate refers to the ability of a group of employees to perceive the energy and commitment needed to work together to achieve organizational goals. Positive organizational climates result from employees having the organizational resources they need to do their work, having... Read more »

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  • Administrators, All Staff or Teachers

Tag Calendar Placement

  • Any time of year

User Group Group Size

  • Large Group (at least 30), Medium Group (at least 10), Small Group (at least 4)

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  • Action Plans, Active Engagement, Interpret, Reflection
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