Strategy for Influencing Change

Inspired by Joseph Grenny’s groundbreaking book, “Influencer: The New Science of Leading Change,” I am excited to unveil the influencer strategy that lies at the heart of my innovation plan, Technology-Enhanced Project-Based Learning (TEPBL) for Newcomer Emergent Bilingual Students. As educators and change-makers, we hold a vital key to unlocking the potential of our students and breaking down barriers that might stand in their way. By utilizing the principles of influence, I hope to initiate a change that leads to a transformative learning experience that enables newcomer emergent bilingual students to excel academically, develop language proficiency, and build cross-cultural competence.

The next sections will explain the TEPBL influencer strategy, which includes the goals, measures, vital behaviors, and organizational influencers for my innovation plan. I will also present an influence model that covers the six sources of influence (as outlined by Grenny in the Influencer book) for my innovation plan. I will describe how each source can help create a lasting and effective change that meets the needs of newcomer emergent bilingual students.