Implementation Plan: Gantt Chart

Accountability Assignment—Readings
Instructions: Study and take notes as you read the material found on I-Learn. For this assignment you
can either type your notes or write them out. In question 2 you will post your notes either by cutting and
pasting them or posting a picture of them. Answer the following questions completely and with
understanding.

1. How much of the assigned readings did you complete?

A) I read all of it; deep reading
B) Some deep reading
C) Skimming; but not deep reading
D) I didn’t read any of it

2. Copy and paste your notes from this week's readings below. You should include notes from
each of the readings. Your notes should reflect the quality of your study and learning and be at
least 300 words in length.
POWERPOINT:
Logic models have 3 different parts to them-
Inputs which include different resources like (equipment, supplies, HR resources, and different materials
needed)
Outputs (activities) like different services or products provided
Outcomes (results or effects) these could be within different time frames, short term, midterm, and long
term

An easier way to think about the logic model would be to remember that…inputs=what is invested?
Activities=what is done? And the outcomes from the outputs=what are the results?
Implementation means to take by taking the necessary steps to put planning, structures, and goals into
a working program. There are many different steps that need to be carried out and done before the
program is fully implemented though.

Phases of Implementation:
-adoption of the program (part of marketing)
-identify tasks needing to be carried out
-create management system
-put plans into action
-create ways to sustain the program

What tasks need to be done when implementing a program?

For example, you’ll need to be descriptive of supplies/equipment you might need to order, reserving
space, being aware of timelines needed (basic, PERT charts, Gantt charts). A management system will
need to be created with human, financial, and technical resources.

A good management system will allow you to meet goals/objectives and stay within budget. Some
integral parts of managing a program would include, planning or defining jobs/roles, hiring personnel-
acquisition, training staff- development, rewards/discipline-sanction, good budgeting, etc.

At the beginning phases of implementing a program, you begin by starting “pilot testing” for the
program on a small group as to spot possible issues with the proposed plan. Next, by “phasing in” you
gradually increase the amount of population involved with the outcome of the program and then
continue to expand in all aspects (pop. Size, location, etc). Then is the establishment of the “total
program”.

TEXTBOOK READING:
Timetable are helpful because they “they can also aid in monitoring program progress “so that
midcourse corrections can be made, if needed” (McDermott & Sarvela, 1999, p. 72).” By noticing
needed corrections within the early phases of implementing your program you can then make the small
corrections quickly to get back on track. A good amount of time for the span of the timeline would be
over a year so you can measure your progress by each month.

Don’t forget to make your first official day of the program a special one! This could include ribbon
cutting, health fairs, or some kind of recognition. Having good news coverage or social media presence
will help to publicize and improve the reach of your marketing for your new program.

3. What stood out to you the most from the readings? Why?
What stood out to me was just how many different steps there are with implementing a program and
the amount of time and monitoring needed to ensure a program’s success. It also made a lot of sense
that because the beginning stages is broken down into multiple “testing” stages in the beginning, that
this naturally would make it easier to spot and make corrections within the program since the effects
have only reached a smaller group or audience at this point. The readings also illustrated just how vital
each member’s part is of a program, for it to truly be successful. This just goes to show that you reap
what you sow and if you want to see success, you have to be willing to work hard!

4. Asking questions as you study is a way to deepen your learning. Write 1-3 questions you have
regarding the readings and how to apply the lesson concepts in your life either as a
professional or personally.
What are some small problems you may find in the beginning stages of implementing your
program?

What are the best ways to encourage, reward, and discipline staff members that make up the
structure of your program?

How often should you hold meetings (within different structure levels of the program) to ensure
everyone is excited to continue working hard and is performing with high quality?

5. Describe the difference between Pilot Testing, Phasing In, and Full Implementation.
Pilot testing- the book describes this phase as the opportunity to test because you have close
control of the program and those it is affecting. There are very few involved in this stage, but it
is also difficult to see desired results because of the small numbers you are working with.

Phased in- The phase has a little more people involved with the program to help keep testing
controlled. At this stage it can be easier to monitor the workload. These two beginning phases
are crucial to spotting adjustments or corrections that are needing to be made within the
program.

Total program/Full Implementation- This the final phase where the post people are involved by
the program. The results and effects become a lot more meaningful because of this. This stage
also requires a lot of work and a big commitment in order to sustain and be successful.

(referenced readings pg 331)