Professional Development

Educators must always hone their craft. Discover the many formal, informal, ongoing, and job-embedded professional-development programs keeping teachers at the top of their game.

School Leadership
Cultivating a Strong Staff Culture
School and district leaders can build strong relationships among educators by focusing on three factors.
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The Importance of Choice in PD
Providing effective, impactful, differentiated professional development is vital to the well-being of the teaching profession.
Learning Environments
A ‘University’ Model for High School
In small-town Wisconsin, four schools cluster on one campus, fostering a culture of experimentation and self-directed learning for both students and teachers.
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Teachers Learning From Each Other
Educators can provide valuable professional development by opening up their classrooms to their peers.
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Using Video for Professional Development
When teachers film themselves in the classroom, it helps them reflect on and improve their teaching practice.
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Overcoming the Isolation of Rural Teachers
Finding a sense of community is sometimes a challenge for rural teachers, but these six strategies can help.
School Leadership
A Focused Approach to Teacher Evaluations
School leaders can craft a manageable, impactful review process by partnering with teachers to choose a few key standards each year.
Student Voice
Student Presenters at Education Conferences
Bringing students to professional learning conferences has benefits for both the students and educators.
Curriculum Planning
Collaboration Days for Curriculum Design
When teachers have a say in evolving the curriculum, students see the benefits.
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The Place of Reflection in PD
Reflection is crucial in professional development, giving new teachers and veterans a means to deeply understand new practices.