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3 strategies and tactics for Instructional Support

What is Instructional Support strategy?

Team success often hinges on the ability to develop and implement effective strategies and tactics. It's a bit like playing chess, except that you have more than 1 player on each side.

Finding the right Instructional Support strategy can be daunting, especially when you're busy working on your day-to-day tasks. This is why we've curated a list of examples for your inspiration.

Copy these examples into your preferred app, or you can also use Tability to keep yourself accountable.

How to write your own Instructional Support strategy with AI

While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. You can use our free AI generator below or our more complete goal-setting system to generate your own strategies.

Instructional Support strategy examples

You'll find below a list of Instructional Support tactics. We also included action items for each template to make it more practical and useful.

Strategies and tactics for promoting achievement outcomes for students with disabilities

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Implement specialised reading programmes

    • Identify evidence-based reading programmes tailored for students with disabilities
    • Train teachers and support staff to effectively use these reading programmes
    • Integrate reading programmes into the current curriculum
    • Ensure consistent monitoring and assessment of student progress
    • Provide additional support sessions for students struggling with reading
    • Establish a feedback loop for continuous improvement of the programmes
    • Engage parents and caregivers in understanding these reading programmes
    • Allocate time for regular professional development for staff
    • Set measurable goals for each student based on individual needs
    • Use technology to enhance the delivery of reading programmes

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Enhance collaborative teaching approaches

    • Foster a co-teaching model between special education and general education teachers
    • Create shared lesson plans focused on inclusive reading strategies
    • Conduct regular team meetings to discuss student progress and challenges
    • Encourage peer observations to learn and share effective strategies
    • Implement flexible grouping strategies in classrooms
    • Utilise teaching assistants effectively to provide targeted support
    • Provide training on inclusive and differentiated instruction techniques
    • Set up a mentoring system for new teachers in inclusive education
    • Facilitate cross-curricular collaboration to support reading development
    • Gather and analyse data to refine teaching methods continuously

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Leverage assistive technology in reading instruction

    • Assess the needs of each student to identify the appropriate assistive tools
    • Provide training for teachers and students on using assistive technologies
    • Incorporate technologies such as screen readers and text-to-speech software
    • Create a resource library of digital reading materials accessible to all students
    • Encourage the use of tablets and other devices to engage students
    • Implement tracking systems to gauge the effectiveness of assistive technologies
    • Offer technical support for the seamless integration of technology
    • Promote a culture of experimentation and innovation with new tools
    • Facilitate workshops to share successes and challenges using technology
    • Monitor technology usage to ensure it meets the students' needs effectively
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Strategies and tactics for improving 7th Grade Math Performance

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Engage Students with Real-world Applications

    • Incorporate math problems based on real-life scenarios to make learning relatable
    • Use technology and math apps to create interactive problem-solving sessions
    • Visit educational math exhibits or museums for practical exposure
    • Invite guest speakers who use math in their professions to share experiences
    • Organise field trips that involve practical math applications, such as budget calculations
    • Create projects where students have to apply math concepts to solve community issues
    • Encourage students to track personal finances or fundraising goals using math
    • Design experiments that require data collection and mathematical analysis
    • Set up a class shop simulation where students manage accounts and currency
    • Develop a classroom blog where students post real-world math problem solutions

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Use Differentiated Instruction Techniques

    • Assess individual student's strengths and weaknesses through diagnostic tests
    • Group students by ability or interest for tailored instruction
    • Provide additional resources for advanced learners to explore deeper concepts
    • Utilise visual aids and manipulatives for visual or tactile learners
    • Create peer-tutoring partnerships between students
    • Integrate various teaching materials such as videos, games, and quizzes
    • Offer personalized feedback and support based on students' performance
    • Utilize flexible groupings to keep learners engaged and appropriately challenged
    • Implement a varied pacing schedule to accommodate different learning speeds
    • Design assignments that have multiple formats or allow for choice in how they are completed

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Foster a Supportive Learning Environment

    • Establish a positive classroom culture that encourages math exploration and questions
    • Use inclusive language and practices that promote a growth mindset
    • Recognise and celebrate student achievements and improvements in math
    • Encourage collaborative learning through group projects and peer discussions
    • Create a safe space for students to express math challenges and receive support
    • Set clear learning objectives and share them with students regularly
    • Host weekly math clinics or study sessions for additional assistance
    • Develop a buddy system for students to help each other with homework
    • Communicate regularly with parents about student progress and areas for support
    • Encourage reflective learning by asking students to identify strategies that work best for them
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Strategies and tactics for enhancing Academic and Institutional Excellence

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Increase student intake and enhance visual identity

    • Conduct market research to understand student preferences for MBA programs
    • Create a targeted marketing campaign focusing on the unique attributes of the MBA program
    • Redesign the visual identity with a professional design agency involving stakeholders
    • Develop a comprehensive branding guideline to maintain uniformity across all platforms
    • Promote student success stories and innovative projects on social media platforms
    • Collaborate with corporates to engage students in internships and real-world projects
    • Conduct webinars and open days to attract prospective MBA students
    • Enhance website user experience to streamline information access for potential students
    • Evaluate and update the curriculum to meet industry standards and student aspirations
    • Implement feedback loops with current students to continuously improve the program

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Enhance faculty development and student success

    • Organize professional development workshops for faculty to upskill in modern teaching methodologies
    • Deploy a needs assessment survey to identify skills gaps among faculty and students
    • Develop tailored training programs focusing on holistic student development
    • Create partnerships with high-value companies to secure internship and placement opportunities
    • Implement mentorship programs connecting alumni with current students
    • Streamline HR processes to efficiently address faculty training and development needs
    • Facilitate interdepartmental collaboration to foster innovative teaching practices
    • Establish a faculty advisory board to guide and support faculty career development
    • Introduce a recognition system to reward faculty and students for their achievements
    • Regularly review and update teaching tools and resources to enhance learning outcomes

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Enhance campus infrastructure and support entrepreneurial initiatives

    • Plan and execute the modernization of existing campus facilities with community input
    • Develop incubation centres to support student entrepreneurial initiatives
    • Invest in high-speed internet and digital tools to improve digital connectivity
    • Adopt cutting-edge technology in classrooms to enhance teaching and learning experiences
    • Expand the library and online learning resources for academic enrichment
    • Conduct regular maintenance and upgrades to ensure a hygienic campus environment
    • Create inclusive spaces and policies fostering a diverse and supportive campus climate
    • Collaborate with tech companies to bring innovative learning solutions to campus
    • Establish a student support centre to address diverse needs and enhance student life
    • Implement green initiatives to promote sustainability and environmental consciousness
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How to track your Instructional Support strategies and tactics

Having a plan is one thing, sticking to it is another.

Don't fall into the set-and-forget trap. It is important to adopt a weekly check-in process to keep your strategy agile – otherwise this is nothing more than a reporting exercise.

A tool like Tability can also help you by combining AI and goal-setting to keep you on track.

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