ASELA
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1. Overview
MindCatcher supports the leadership and decision-making of learners and educators closest to the most vulnerable communities. To meet the expanded needs of educators, we have developed ASELA. This assessment is based on a pilot study funded by Advanced Education Research and Development Fund (AERDF) and centers the strengths of educators who work closely with these highly impacted communities. 2. Why ASELA?
When educators are aware of their strengths, identities, and well-being across multiple dimensions, they are not only better able to bring their whole, authentic selves to their work with learners but also are better equipped to build asset-based learning cultures that learners deserve. |
3. How can ASELA Support Your Learning Community? Learning communities can use ASELA results to:
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4. Theory of Change
Education leaders can use ASELA to: 1) increase educator capacity; 2) build high-impact teams; and 3) create asset-based learning cultures. These actions lead to improved academic and well-being outcomes for all learners. ________________________________________ |
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5. Learnings from ASELA’s Pilot Study We began with an emancipatory approach to assessment development by including educator voices that serve the most vulnerable leaners. Based on survey responses and interviews from 467 educators, where more than 55% identified as Black or Latinx, we learned:
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6. Partner with Us We need committed partners to:
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To get involved, contact us at [email protected]