DISTRICT STRATEGIES FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Quality Indicators for Engaging in Professional Growth and LeadershipTeachers
continuously improve their professional practice, model lifelong
learning, and exhibit leadership in their school and professional
community by promoting and demonstrating the effective use of digital
tools and resources. Teachers:- Participate in local and global learning communities to explore creative applications of technology to improve student learning.
- Exhibit
leadership by demonstrating a vision of technology infusion,
participating in shared decision making and community building, and
developing the leadership and technology skills of others.
- Evaluate
and reflect on current research and professional practice on a regular
basis to make effective use of existing and emerging digital tools and
resources in support of student learning.
- Contribute
to the effectiveness, vitality and self-renewal of the teaching
profession and of their school and community. (National Educational
Technology Standard, ISTE)
District Professional Development Strategies The district will investigate multiple pathways to provide professional learning opportunities: - Survey and assess needs of students, faculty, staff, and administration.
- Use data from RIDE personnel skills and technology tests.
- Secure funding.
- Ensure equitable access.
- Plan professional development opportunities.
- Utilize Web 2.0 tools such as:
- Webinars, virtual conferences, podcasts, web-based tutorials.
- Provide opportunities for professional development locally, nationally and virtually.
- Encourage collaboration through professional learning communities.
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