Introduction to Professional Development Plans

Module Objectives

This module introduces the professional development plan. It also explains some of the reasons why this model of planning for professional growth has been found to be effective for teachers and how it is connected to student achievement. Estimated Time to Complete: 30 to 40 Minutes.

This module is related to NEE Indicator 8.3

At the end of this module, participants will be able to:

  1. Describe the purpose and use of a professional development plan

  2. Relate professional development plans to school goals

  3. Relate professional development plan to student learning

 


Activities and Tasks

Review the activities below.

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1. Why Am I Writing a Professional Development Plan?
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2. What Does this Professional Development Process Mean for the Whole School?
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3. How Does My Professional Development Plan Affect My Students?