As presented in the RFP, the program sounds very prescriptive. How much latitude does an institution have in implementing the UTeach model?
A. NMSI and the UTeach Institute aim to replicate UTeach with high fidelity to the UTeach Elements of Success (please see http://www.UTeach-institute.org/go/institute/publications). To ensure high fidelity of these elements, the UTeach Institute will provide each replication site with 1) planning for implementation of the program, 2) guidance and technical assistance with the implementation of the UTeach Elements of Success, 3) course development, training, and consultation, and 4) evaluation and monitoring to assist grantees with keeping programs on track and achieving goals. In addition, the Institute is developing a UTeach Operations Manual and a set of course materials that will be available to sites. Variations in program implementation are expected due to inherent differences in each replication sites. These differences are difficult for NMSI and the Institute to anticipate. Applicants that anticipate modifications or obstacles that may hinder implementation the Elements of Succe
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- As presented in the RFP, the program sounds very prescriptive. How much latitude does an institution have in implementing the UTeach model?
