Homework: Establishing a Continuous Professional Learning Culture
The purpose of this homework is to demonstrate leadership within the professional learning process by creating systems to ensure sharing, collaboration, and reflective feedback.
Research and design a system that uses technology for shared learning (or professional development) among school staff. Outline a structure that will allow teachers and staff to share best practices from supplemental learning experiences (e.g., information from conferences, workshops, formal coursework).
In 500 to 750 words, answer the following questions about your technology-based shared learning system:
o How will professional learning topics be evaluated for relevance and worthiness prior to being shared?
o How will the professional learning be shared?
o How will the shared information be applied or implemented into professional practice?
o How will teachers provide reflective feedback on what they implemented as a result of the professional learning?
o What is an appropriate timeline for sharing information, implementing concepts, and monitoring professional learning outcomes?
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.