Call to action: Professional Learning for all the teachers in continouos Learning
- ILIANA REYES
- Oct 28, 2023
- 2 min read
Updated: Apr 26, 2024
Professional development sessions can be ineffective and lengthy, failing to meet the real needs of teachers, which in turn affects the learning of students. However, my work team is an exception to this as we constantly support and grow with each other. We attend trainings and keep learning to improve our skills. I firmly believe that the 5 principles of effective professional development are a valuable guide for us. They make perfect sense and provide a clear understanding of what we should and should not do to achieve success.
Effective professional development requires five key principles: duration, support, commitment, modeling, and specific content. Without these principles, professional development sessions can be unproductive and lengthy, ultimately causing students to learn less effectively. However, I have been fortunate to be a part of a team that is consistently growing, supporting one another, and continually learning by attending training sessions that adhere to these principles. By following these principles, we have a clear roadmap for achieving our goals. Each principle is well-defined, making it easy to understand what we should and should not do during professional development sessions. Thus, we can ensure that our professional development sessions are fruitful and beneficial.
Staying up-to-date with the latest teaching models is crucial for enhancing teaching practices in classrooms and promoting student learning. Being aware of new teaching approaches enables educators to adapt to changing educational needs, provide more effective instruction, and cater to a diverse range of learning styles. By continually updating their knowledge and skills, teachers can create a dynamic and engaging learning environment that fosters growth and development for their students.

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