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Professional Development Plan

ED549 - Staff Development

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Ongoing Support

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Goal and Mission

Purpose

Five Things to Consider

The Science Behind This

3-Year Timeline

First Year PD Plan

Second Year PD Plan

Third Year PD Plan

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The only person who is educated is the one who has learned how to learn . . . and change.

- Carl Rogers

Goals & Mission of our Development Plan

Clear Purpose and Goals

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Alignment with Curriculum

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Practical and Revlevant

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Ongoing and Flexible

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Education is not preparation for life; Education is life itself.

- John Dewey

Purpose and Passion

Our mission is to empower educators to confidently and effectively integrate technology into the classroom, enhancing teaching and learning for all students. Through professional development, we aim to equip teachers with the tools, strategies, and support needed to foster engagement, personalize learning, and prepare students for a dynamic, technology-driven future while upholding the core values of collaboration, equity, and innovation.

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Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world.

- Nelson Mandela

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Data Privacy

Ensuring student privacy and teaching digital safety.

5 Considerations for Technology Integration

Purpose Driven

Enhancing learning and fostering student engagement.

Accessbility

Bridge resource gaps and ensure all students have access to learning tools.

Clear Vision

Remaining open to feedback and adjust based on community needs.

Data Driven

Measurable goals help evaluate technology's effectiveness in learning outcomes

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Those who know, do. Those that understand, teach.

- Aristotle

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Uncomfortable

Familiar, but room for growth

Very Comfortable

Teachers want to learn about technology

Last year, the administration surveyed teachers about their awareness, usage, and comfort with technology in the classroom. Here are the results:

55%

55% of teachers use some form of technology

How comfortable are you?

What do the experts say?

Improved Outcomes

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Better Learning

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Skills Development

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Diverse Learning

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Education is our passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs only to the people who prepare for it today.

- Malcolm X

Grouped by Courses

Quarter Three: Presentations, thoughts, and future innovation.

Quarter Two: Classroom Research

Quarter One: Developing Innovation and Independence

Grouped by Department

Quarter Three: Digital Leadership

Quarter Two: Expanding Adaptive Techniques

Quarter One: Applying Student-Centered Practices

Grouped by Experience

Tech-Savvy Experience: Advanced Techniques & Coaching Skills

Comfortable Tech Experience: Building on Basis & Student Choice

Three Year Plan Overview

Year One

Year Two

Year Three

Limited Tech Experience: Foundations and confidence building

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PD Plan for the first year

This professional development plan contains separate paths with different tiers based on skill level,

Creation and presentation of a flipped or blended unit with tools to gather student data & learning insights.

End-of-Year Project Goal

Paired with a tier one teacher for guidance and assistance.

Mentorship

Quarter Three: Advanced formative assessment strategies and interactive assessments

Quarter Two: Digital content creation for flipped classroom setups

Quarter One: Coaching and mentoring skills to support colleagues with less tech experience.

Advanced Techniques & Coaching

Teachers design a blended learning unit and receive peer feedback.

End-of-Year Project Goal

Paired with an administrator and another tier two teacher for guidance.

Mentorship

Quarter Three: Blended learning strategies and data-based learning tools (nearpod).

Quarter Two: Collaboration-focused tools (Google Suite) and integration of student collaboration

Quarter One: Advanced use of digital features (quizzes, discussions, assignment feedback).

Building on Basics & Student Choice

Creation and presentation of a digital lesson plan or assignment using foundational tools.

End-of-Year Project Goal

Paired with a tier three teacher for guidance and assistance.

Mentorship

Quarter Three: Hands-on practice with digital assignments & collaborative tools (Google Docs).

Quarter Two: Essential tools for communication & assessment (digital grade book, kahoot, email safety).

Quarter One: Intro to digital tools (Google Classroom) and basic Internet safety.

Foundations & Confidence Building

High Experience

Tier Three

Some Experience

Tier Two

Limited Experience

Tier One

Year One Profressional Development Plan

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PD Plan for the second year

This professional development plan contains similar paths, working with their departments and taking ownership of their development.

Departments will share and collaborate to offer feedback and insight about each department's portfolio.

Feedback on Project Goal

Option B: Exploring creative multimedia projects (gamification and app-based learning).

Option A: Exploring emerging technology (AR/VR and AI Tools)

Required Discussion: Building digital literacy skills in students (cybersecurity and ethical use of technology).

Departments collaborate to create a small portfolio of tech-enhanced lessons, documenting student engagement and learning impact to share with other departments.

End-of-Year Project Goal

Innovative and Digital Leadership

Option B: Integrating adaptive learning programs for differentiated instruction.

Option A: Creating digital portfolios for ongoing student reflection.

Required Discussion: Managing diverse student needs with technology (AI and AI platforms)

Expanding on Student-Centered adaptive techniques using technology

Teachers remained paired with their previous mentors, but also work within the department to grow together.

Mentorship

Option B: Creating and managing a blended learning environment.

Optional A: Digital tools for student engagment

Required Discussion: Gathering student feedback and data responsibly.

Applying Student-Centered Practices

Digital Leadership

Quarter Three

Adaptive Techniques

Quarter Two

Student Centered

Quarter One

Year Two Profressional Development Plan

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PD Plan for the third year

This professional development plan contains similar paths, with various course teachers taking ownership of their class curriculum goals and instruction.

Parents, students, teachers, and other stakeholders will provide feedback after the schoolwide showcase and presentation.

Feedback on Project Goal

Option B: Exploring technology and technological development at another High School in the area.

Option A: Leading and contributing ot tech integration within the region at other schools.

Required Discussion: Exploring ways to integrate cross-disciplinary projects using tech.

Students participate in a schoolwide showcase of various tech projects, with teacher presentations explaining how they have impacted learning and achievement.

End-of-Year Project Goal

Classroom Presentation

Option B: Advanced multi-media projects, including podcasting, simple animation, or digital storytelling.

Optional A: Designing a tech-enhanced research project.

Required Discussion: Tools for tracking and analyzing engagement and achievement with technology.

Classroom Research and Leadership with technology.

Teachers remained paired with their previous mentors, work within the department to grow together, and work with teachers in the same content area for peer feedback.

Mentorship

Option B: Digital storytelling and simple multimedia tools for creative projects.

Optional A: Introduction to entry-level coding for cross-cirricular learning.

Required Discussion: Exploring data tools to monitor student progress and differentiation.

Classroom Research and Innovation

Presentation

Quarter Three

Research & Technology

Quarter Two

Innovation

Quarter One

Year Two Profressional Development Plan

Ongoing Supports Throughout each Year

Surveys and Feedback

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Feedback Mentoring

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Data Collection and Analysis

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Weekly Tips, Tools, and Info

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The use of technology often involves collecting and storing student data. Ensuring compliance with privacy laws and protecting sensitive information is critical for maintaining trust and safeguarding students. Educators and schools must select tools with robust privacy protections and communicate policies clearly to families.

Not all students have equal access to technology. Inclusive tools and resources promote fairness and avoid worsening disparities. Features like text-to-speech and offline capabilities help ensure all students benefit.

Teachers need sufficient training to use technology in the classroom effectively. Without confidence or understanding of the tools, technology can become a source of frustration instead of enhancement. Ongoing professional development and technical support help teachers maximize the potential of tech tools.

Preparing Students

Technology and AI are integral to the modern workplace and widely used by society. Integrating these tools into the classroom helps students develop critical skills such as digital literacy, problem-solving, and adaptability. It also helps students better prepare for a future where these tools will play a pivotal role.

Enhanced Learning

Classrooms are challenging places where various things coincide. AI tools can adapt to individual student needs, providing personalized feedback and resources to support diverse learning styles and paces. Interactive technologies, like gamified learning platforms or virtual simulations, can make lessons more engaging and dynamic. AI can analyze student performance data to help teachers identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas requiring intervention more effectively.

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Adaptations for Diverse Needs

Virtual and hybrid learning platforms provide tailored solutions for students with varying needs, allowing educators to address different learning styles more effectively

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Better Engagement & Outcomes

Research shows that technology in the classroom can enhance engagement, especially when interactive tools like Jamboard or smartboards are used thoughtfully. Students often perform better when they collaborate and interact using these tools

Weekly Tips and Advice

Providing weekly tips and advice for teachers on incorporating technology in the classroom offers consistent, manageable support that helps build confidence and competence over time. These bite-sized insights keep technology integration approachable, foster a culture of ongoing professional growth, encourage experimentation, and ensure teachers stay updated on best practices.

Surveys and Feedback

Every year, teachers will complete a survey to assess growth, identify challenges, and guide future professional development. This plan is a roadmap, but this information can help the administration adapt and meet the needs of our teachers.

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Data Collection and Analysis

Administrators will closely track student engagement and performance data to evaluate the overall impact of technology integration. Additionally, peer reviews will assist in building strong tech tools in the classroom. Lastly, classroom observations will allow the administration to observe how technology is enhancing learning.

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Develop Critical Skills

Technology teaches students essential 21st-century skills, such as digital literacy, problem-solving, and critical thinking. For instance, students actively participating in tech-based activities often take on teaching roles, further solidifying their understanding.

To make technology truly impactful, it must captivate students intuitively and motivate them effectively. Complicated tools that don't align with students' interests can lead to underutilization. User-friendly technology promotes active participation and enhances learning.

Unfamiliar with Technology

A teacher may feel overwhelmed by classroom technology and prefer traditional methods. This hesitation limits student engagement and personalized learning. Investing in professional development is essential to empower educators, build their confidence, and help them effectively integrate technology to enhance teaching and benefit students.

Very Comfortable

A teacher who is very comfortable and familiar with technology in the classroom seamlessly integrates digital tools to enhance learning, rather than using them as add-ons. They confidently use platforms like interactive whiteboards, learning management systems, or AI-powered tools to personalize instruction, engage students, and streamline tasks like grading or resource sharing.Importantly, they balance technology use with pedagogical goals, ensuring it aligns with curriculum standards and improves learning outcomes

Technology should support and enhance learning objectives, not overshadow them. When tech tools are aligned with curriculum goals, they become powerful aids for reinforcing concepts, facilitating practice, and engaging students meaningfully. Misaligned tech use can distract from educational outcomes and waste valuable instructional time.

Responding to Needs

Today’s students are growing up surrounded by technology. Integrating these tools in the classroom meets them where they are and uses their familiarity to enhance learning. Tools like AI chatbots, virtual reality, and multimedia platforms align with students’ tech-savvy preferences, fostering more profound engagement. Digital tools also allow classrooms to connect with peers, experts, and resources worldwide, expanding learning horizons.

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Feedback Sessions

Each quarter, teachers will meet with another teacher to collaborate on feedback, goal-setting, and troubleshooting. Feedback on these meetings will be shared with the administration to ensure all teachers are heard, respected, and growing in their teaching craft.

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Enchanced Retention

In the U.S., students using laptops in the classroom for specific subjects scored 17 points higher on the PISA reading assessment compared to peers without access to similar technology. The key lies in intentional and subject-appropriate use.

Streamlining Workflows

Technology enables teachers to access a wealth of online resources, including lesson materials, assessments, and professional networks. Technology can provide students with access to resources and learning opportunities that might otherwise be unavailable, particularly in underserved communities. AI tools can automate time-consuming tasks like grading, creating differentiated assignments, and generating lesson plans, freeing up teachers to focus on instruction.

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Familiar with Technology

A teacher who is somewhat comfortable with technology in the classroom uses basic tools like presentation software, email, or online grading systems effectively but may hesitate to explore more advanced features or new platforms. They are open to integrating technology but often require guidance or additional training to make the most of digital tools for engagement, differentiation, and data-driven instruction. With support, they have the potential to deepen their tech proficiency and confidently apply it to enhance learning outcomes and classroom efficiency