Ep. 103: Stop Cancelling PD!
Time alone does not build culture. Cancelling PD does not support teachers. It may make teachers happy, but in the long run, canceling PD does not encourage teachers or ensure student success.
In this episode, Brian and Kasey work through a set of criteria for purposeful professional development. Namely,
Does it point us to better instruction?
Does it move us closer to our school/district goals?
Does it build community?
If the answer is no, don't cancel PD! Make it better.
Here's how:Dos and Don’ts:
- Celebrate publicly, rebuke privately.
- Work on a task together - don’t preach.
- Have accountability
Reminders:
- Authenticity trumps Perfection
- Say things that come true- that are true.
- Tell stories.
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