| Measure | Performance | Essential | Respondent | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Quality Professional Development | 34 weak | Collaborative Teachers | Teacher | |
In schools with strong Quality Professional Development, professional development is rigorous and focused on student learning.
A rubric allows school leaders to evaluate their professional development on five measures: planning, pacing, facilitation, tone, and follow-up. The rubric also includes space for leaders to note overall strengths and areas of growth.
North Star Academy (Reproduced by the New Teacher Project; http://tntp.org/teacher-talent-toolbox/partner/uncommon-schools-north-star-academy)Login RequiredA planning worksheet for a professional development session, which allows organizers to set goals for the session, brainstorm necessary materials, set a schedule, and assess what activities were most effective.
E.L. Haynes Public Charter School (Reproduced by The New Teacher Project; http://tntp.org/assets/tools/Overview_University_PD_ELHaynes_10MAY2013.pdf)Login Required