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Performance-Based Learning and Assessment Networks (PLAN) Program

Performance-Based Learning and Assessment Networks (PLAN) Program

PLAN Pilot Case Studies

Developed by PLAN's research partners at the University at Albany, SUNY, and Russell Sage College, these case studies report on the experiences of district and school leaders, teachers, and staff at the PLAN Pilot Schools as they engaged in the initial implementation phase of the PLAN Pilot.  

For information on the research design and data collection methods, see the PLAN Qualitative Methods and Procedures Report at this link. 

Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) 

at Oneida-Herkimer-Madison (OHM) Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) 

"OHM BOCES P-TECH is already making significant adaptations to implement PBLA, focused on equity in grading, integrating PBLA across content areas, and expanding authentic learning experiences. Through innovative projects, the use of technology, and strong community partnerships, the program is creating a dynamic and supportive PBLA learning environment" (p. 9). 

Stanley G. Falk School 

"At Falk School, educators strive to make the learning experiences for their students authentic, engaging, and relevant. Their primary goal...is to ensure that their students are prepared for their lives after high school.... As many educators explained, the implementation of PBLA offered a unique way to further these goals... and hoped that their participation in PLAN Pilot would allow the voices of their students to meaningfully contribute to discussions about education in New York State" (p. 7). 

Read more about these schools in NYSED's Meet the PLAN Pilot Schools portfolio.