• Directly focused on helping to achieve student learning goals and supporting student learning needs.
• A collaborative endeavor - teachers and administrators work together in planning and implementation.
• School-based and job-embedded.
• A long-term commitment.
• Differentiated.
• Tied to the district goals.

Web Sites:

WIU-Counseling Department Professional Development Oppotunities

• National Staff Development Council
• A Framework For Reviewing Professional Development Policies and Practices
• Support System- Professional Development Planning & Personal Learning Plans for Teachers (PDF)
• Effective Professional Development- Best Practices