Playtime in Tech Class

ByCourtney N. speerTechnology as a toolSpring 201550051675

Professional Growth & Self-Reflection

1Professional Growth PlanAn individualized plan that is:Focused on improving your professional practice and leadership skillsAligned with educator and student performance standardsBuilt using a variety of sources and types of student data that reflects needs, strengths, educator data, and school/district dataProduced in consultation with the evaluator (principal)

Considerations for PGP PlanningReflect on the Common Core State StandardsStudent Growth GoalsContent standards and content-specific skillsReflections on instructional practices and student outcomesBenchmark/PARCC testingOther sources identified by you districtGoal Setting for PGP PlanningAnswer the following questions when developing your PGP:What do I want to change about my practice that will effectively impact student learning?How can I develop a plan of action to address my professional learning?How will I know if I accomplished my objective?

Charlotte Danielsons Framework for TeachingDomain 1: Planning & Preparation1a: Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy1b: Demonstrating knowledge of Students1c: Setting Instructional Outcomes1d: Demonstrating Knowledge of Resources1e: Designing Coherent Instruction1f: Designing Student AssessmentsDomain 2: The Classroom Environment2a: Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport2b: Establishing a Culture for Learning2c: Managing Classroom Procedures2d: Managing Student Behavior2e: Organizing Physical SpaceCharlotte Danielsons Framework for TeachingDomain 3: Instruction3a: Communicating with Students3b: Using Questioning an Discussion Techniques3c: Engaging Students in Learning3d: Using Assessment in Instruction3e: Demonstrating Flexibility and Responsiveness

Domain 4: Professional Responsibilities4a: Reflecting on Teaching4b: Maintaining Accurate Records4c: Communicating with Families4d: Participating in a Professional Community4e: Growing and Developing Professionally4f: Showing Professionalism

Using BloomboardBloomboard is an online tool to help teachers, principals, and other administration help monitor PGPs

Using BloomboardBloomboard allows teacher to effectively monitor several areas such as:GoalsTo Do ItemsActivitiesArtifactsPGPsObservationsEvaluationsMeetings

Self ReflectionThe process by which certified personnel assesses the effectiveness of their knowledge and performance for the purpose of identify areas for professional growth and development.

Connection Self Reflection to Effective TeachingEffective teachers may reflect on their work formally or informally, for example:May review a days work mentallyKeep a journalMeet with a mentor/colleaguesConnects with AIMM Videotape or record teachingOther Places for Self-ReflectionContent standardsStudent Voice ResultsProfessional Development ExperienceDevelopments in Pedagogical researchA new trial/ unfamiliar instructional approachDemographic changesStudents workUse test score, exit, tickets, quizzes, poll, etc. Student engagement in lessonsQUESTIONS?