EDU-585 Professional Development Models

Classroom Observation

Workshops

Online Learning

5 Professional Development Models

Peer Mentoring

Individually Guided Development (IGD)

Kristine Contreras EDU-585 Patricia Thirey June 10, 2024

Online Learning: This particular model is flexible, easily accessible, and convenient for teachers to use. Many professional learners would rather attend online training as they do not have to travel to other sites or classrooms to attend the training. There is access to webinars, virtual courses that are chosen by the individual to meet their needs as well as interactive models for teachers to engage with other professionals in their field of study. These trainings are often self-paced meaning the individual is able to access the training on their own time. The advantages include, ease of access, flexibility and no travel time Disadvantages include, no face to face interaction with colleagues or other professionals.

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Classroom Observation: Classroom observation consists of professionals enter the classroom of another professional to observe.The purpose of this model is to observe other teacher's teaching strategies, classroom set-up, routines and daily lesson plans. It is a time of reflection to ones own teaching strategies and ways to improve. This model gives teachers examples of how to plan and carry out lessons throughout the day. The difficult part of this plan is creating a time to observe duirng the day as well as finding a classroom that aligns with specific interests or topics.

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Workshops: This professional development would include interactive sessions and hands-on learning experiences. There are practical skills, strategies and techniques that are taught throughout the workshops. Professionals are offered a variety of topics to chooses from that are targeted and relelvant. The choses topics are created to address instructional needs of students and individuals. These topics typically align with areas of imporvement or teacher topics. Although there are a variety of topics to choose from, there may not be one that is geared toward a specific interest. Sessions may be divided up and there may be multiple sessions running simultaneously so you are not able to attend all the sessions you want. Workshops could also have large audiences, therefore, all of your questions may not be answered in one particular session.

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Peer Mentoring: This model entails experienced teachers and educators guiding, mentoring and supporting their collegues in the professional setting. Through this model, educators are providing one-to-one support, collaboration, and reflection on their teaching methods and style. Through peer mentoring, the educator is able to create a professional network and gain expertise from experienced educators in many areas. Disadvantages of peer mentoring could include the task of finding a mentor, creating the time to meet with the mentor and being able to work together.

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Individually Guided Development (IGD) This model is created by teachers and administrators who choose the specific areas of professional learning. Creating these areas keeps engagement and allows the professional to take advantage of professional development opportunities. IGD can be used independently or in conjunctione with other porfessional development models. It also gives the flexibility so the professional development continues to adhere to district requirements. The individual can set and achieve individual goals which will empower them to succeed and grow as an educator.

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