Four Quadrant Diagram

The Four Quadrant Diagram may be used with small groups to determine individual or group perception.
Once areas have been identified, other tools such as the Force Field Analysis, PDSA, and/or Action Plan
may be used to address high resistance/high impact areas. (Please note that other quadrant descriptors
can be used, such as high/low expectations, high/low support, high/low achievement, etc.)

Goal: To implement Baldrige-based Classroom Learning Systems throughout our school.

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Low Impact

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