PDF version What Is Effective Professional Development? What Have We Learned About Professional Development? Priciples of High-Quality Professional Development Some Guiding Questions for Selecting Professional Development Activities Lessons from Adult Learning Theory Finding Time for Professional Development What Makes Professional Development Ineffective? Some Alternatives to Short-Term, "One-Size-Fits-All" Workshops Northwest Sampler |
The Northwest Sampler
On the following pages are descriptions of seven professional development programs. Though the programs are all different in design and scope, each seeks to actively involve teachers in effective professional development. The programs described are located throughout the Northwest. By no means are they meant to represent an exclusive listing of exemplary programs; rather they are just a few of the many excellent examples found in the region and throughout the country. Some have been in existence for several years, while others are fledgling efforts. Some have sought to describe every component of their program, while others wanted to focus on one element alone. Included for each site is location and contact information, a general description of the program, observed outcomes as a result of the program, and tips directly from these educators for others looking to implement similar ideas in their schools.
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