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This document discusses the importance of a quality management plan for proposed projects. It highlights the factors considered by the Secretary in evaluating the plan, such as clearly defined responsibilities, timelines, and milestones, as well as ensuring diverse perspectives are included in the project's operation. The use of an Advisory Board is also suggested for improving communication and gathering feedback.
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Quality of the Management Plan Jennifer Coffey OSEP May 4, 2010
(f) Quality of the management plan. (8 points) (1) The Secretary considers the quality of the management plan for the proposed project. (2) In determining the quality of the management plan for the proposed project, the Secretary considers the following factors: (i) The adequacy of the management plan to achieve the objectives of the proposed project on time and within budget, including clearly defined responsibilities, timelines, and milestones for accomplishing project tasks. (ii) How the applicant will ensure that a diversity of perspectives are brought to bear in the operation of the proposed project, including those of parents, teachers, the business community, a variety of disciplinary and professional fields, recipients or beneficiaries of services, or others, as appropriate.
…Clearly defined responsibilities, timelines, and milestones for accomplishing project tasks
…A diversity of perspectives are brought to bear in the operation of the proposed project, including those of parents, teachers, the business community, a variety of disciplinary and professional fields, recipients or beneficiaries of services, or others, as appropriate.
Advisory Board • How will you ensure a diversity of perspectives? • How often will you meet? • When you do meet, how will you use their feedback to improve your activities? • Will you have board members assist you in communicating with their constituencies?