Overview
Explore the Departmental Action Team (DAT) model for promoting positive and sustained change in higher education through this informative webinar. Learn about the guiding principles, implementation strategies, and potential impacts of DATs from experienced co-facilitators. Gain insights into why the DAT model is effective for complex departmental change and discover the types of transformations DATs can catalyze. Access valuable resources, including a forthcoming book, to support systemic change efforts using the DAT approach. Featuring presentations from experts in STEM education and organizational change, this 53-minute session provides a comprehensive introduction to facilitating meaningful improvements in academic departments.
Syllabus
Intro
Departmental Action Team Project: Presenters
What is a DAT?
Characteristics of a DAT
DAT Life Cycle
DAT Profile: "Potions"
DAT Profile: "Divination"
Two places to access resources
Initiate communication & assess readiness
Communication & readiness resources
Facilitator preparation
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