teacher study groups- excellent ppt
TRANSCRIPT
Submitted by M aria Teresa M erri t t
EDLE 5005
February 18 2015
TEACHER SKILLS
1 Higher order thinking skills
2 Communication skills
3 Socio- Emotional Interaction skills
A study group is a small group of individuals who meet on a frequent and regular basis to explore the interests of the group based on the needs of the school or students
Form of collaborative professional development
Laura Robb (2000) notes that study groups are different from traditional courses of study in these ways
A Curriculum is negotiated participants have input into what is studied
B Teachers learn by doingC Experiences related to the classroom amp teachersrsquo
inquiriesD Inquiry drives the meetingsE Frequency amp length of meetings are negotiatedF Goals are to improve teaching improve studentsrsquo learning
and enlarge theoretical baseG Assessment links what teachers learn about students to
the kinds of learning experiences students receive
Three Main Purposes for Teacher Study Groups (Murphy 1992)
A Facilitate implementation of curricular amp instructional innovations
B Plan school improvements
C Guide educators in studying research - based practices
Cayuso et Al (2004)
A Topic Study Group
B Practice Study Group
C Online Study Group Pls note Links to online study group sites
were moved to slide 13
Birchak et Al (1998)
A Issues Discussion Groups
B Job ndash Alike Study Groups
C Professional Book Discussion
D Readers amp Writers Groups
E School ndash Based Groups
F Teacher Research Groups
G Topic ndash Centered Groups
Training Visitation
Launch
OutreachProfessional Development Library
Pls note Links to recorded sample teacher study group meetings were moved to slide 13
A Keep size smallB Form groups based on common interestC Establish and follow rulesD Create guidelines to keep meetings focusedE Develop an action planF Keep a regular scheduleG Use data to guide discussions decisions and plansH Collect and utilize professional resourcesI Develop roles for members J Establish a pattern of leadershipK Encourage dialogue and reflectionL Celebrate SuccessesMCreate and maintain a positive atmosphere
BRAINSTORMING
NARROWING
THE TOPIC
LOOK AT DATA amp
STATE QUESTION PROBLEM
FORM AN
ACTION PLAN
IMPLEMENT PLAN
REFLECT amp
ASSESS
Tips for making TimeA Funding for after ndash schools study groupB Creative schedulingC Include study group time in the schoolrsquos professional
development school improvement plan
Tips for Developing CommitmentA Honor differencesB Listen to each otherC Practice Patience
Tips for Positive Group DynamicsA Skillful facilitatorB Open and Effective CommunicationC Develop a culture of respect and trust
Submitted by M aria Teresa M erri t t
EDLE 5005
February 18 2015
Florida Literacy amp Reading Excellence Professional Paper on Study Groups from
httpseducationucfedumircdocsppFLaRE20Professional20Paper20-20Study20Groupspdf
Gersten R Dimino J Jayanthi M Kim J S amp Santoro L E (2010) Teacher Study Group Impact of the
Professional Development Model on Reading Instruction and Student Outcomes in First Grade Classrooms
American Educational Research Journal 47(3) 694-73 from
httpscholarharvardedufilesjameskimfiles2010-gersten-aerj-teacher_study_group_rct_websitepdf
Tichenor M amp Heins E (2000) Study Groups An Inquiry ndash Based Approach to Improving
Schools The Clearing House 73 (6) 316 ndash 319 from httpwwwstetsoneduartscieducationhollis-
institutemediastudygrppdf
Zepeda S J (2012) Professional development What works 2nd edition New York NY Routledge
Links to videos on Teacher Study Groups
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=ubtxQi87MMY
httpswwwchoiceliteracycomarticles-detail-viewphpid=597
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=HdASq9jc4Fw
Links to teacher forums discussions chatrooms
httpteachersnetmentors
httpwwwproteachernet
httpforumsatozteacherstuffcom
TEACHER SKILLS
1 Higher order thinking skills
2 Communication skills
3 Socio- Emotional Interaction skills
A study group is a small group of individuals who meet on a frequent and regular basis to explore the interests of the group based on the needs of the school or students
Form of collaborative professional development
Laura Robb (2000) notes that study groups are different from traditional courses of study in these ways
A Curriculum is negotiated participants have input into what is studied
B Teachers learn by doingC Experiences related to the classroom amp teachersrsquo
inquiriesD Inquiry drives the meetingsE Frequency amp length of meetings are negotiatedF Goals are to improve teaching improve studentsrsquo learning
and enlarge theoretical baseG Assessment links what teachers learn about students to
the kinds of learning experiences students receive
Three Main Purposes for Teacher Study Groups (Murphy 1992)
A Facilitate implementation of curricular amp instructional innovations
B Plan school improvements
C Guide educators in studying research - based practices
Cayuso et Al (2004)
A Topic Study Group
B Practice Study Group
C Online Study Group Pls note Links to online study group sites
were moved to slide 13
Birchak et Al (1998)
A Issues Discussion Groups
B Job ndash Alike Study Groups
C Professional Book Discussion
D Readers amp Writers Groups
E School ndash Based Groups
F Teacher Research Groups
G Topic ndash Centered Groups
Training Visitation
Launch
OutreachProfessional Development Library
Pls note Links to recorded sample teacher study group meetings were moved to slide 13
A Keep size smallB Form groups based on common interestC Establish and follow rulesD Create guidelines to keep meetings focusedE Develop an action planF Keep a regular scheduleG Use data to guide discussions decisions and plansH Collect and utilize professional resourcesI Develop roles for members J Establish a pattern of leadershipK Encourage dialogue and reflectionL Celebrate SuccessesMCreate and maintain a positive atmosphere
BRAINSTORMING
NARROWING
THE TOPIC
LOOK AT DATA amp
STATE QUESTION PROBLEM
FORM AN
ACTION PLAN
IMPLEMENT PLAN
REFLECT amp
ASSESS
Tips for making TimeA Funding for after ndash schools study groupB Creative schedulingC Include study group time in the schoolrsquos professional
development school improvement plan
Tips for Developing CommitmentA Honor differencesB Listen to each otherC Practice Patience
Tips for Positive Group DynamicsA Skillful facilitatorB Open and Effective CommunicationC Develop a culture of respect and trust
Submitted by M aria Teresa M erri t t
EDLE 5005
February 18 2015
Florida Literacy amp Reading Excellence Professional Paper on Study Groups from
httpseducationucfedumircdocsppFLaRE20Professional20Paper20-20Study20Groupspdf
Gersten R Dimino J Jayanthi M Kim J S amp Santoro L E (2010) Teacher Study Group Impact of the
Professional Development Model on Reading Instruction and Student Outcomes in First Grade Classrooms
American Educational Research Journal 47(3) 694-73 from
httpscholarharvardedufilesjameskimfiles2010-gersten-aerj-teacher_study_group_rct_websitepdf
Tichenor M amp Heins E (2000) Study Groups An Inquiry ndash Based Approach to Improving
Schools The Clearing House 73 (6) 316 ndash 319 from httpwwwstetsoneduartscieducationhollis-
institutemediastudygrppdf
Zepeda S J (2012) Professional development What works 2nd edition New York NY Routledge
Links to videos on Teacher Study Groups
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=ubtxQi87MMY
httpswwwchoiceliteracycomarticles-detail-viewphpid=597
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=HdASq9jc4Fw
Links to teacher forums discussions chatrooms
httpteachersnetmentors
httpwwwproteachernet
httpforumsatozteacherstuffcom
A study group is a small group of individuals who meet on a frequent and regular basis to explore the interests of the group based on the needs of the school or students
Form of collaborative professional development
Laura Robb (2000) notes that study groups are different from traditional courses of study in these ways
A Curriculum is negotiated participants have input into what is studied
B Teachers learn by doingC Experiences related to the classroom amp teachersrsquo
inquiriesD Inquiry drives the meetingsE Frequency amp length of meetings are negotiatedF Goals are to improve teaching improve studentsrsquo learning
and enlarge theoretical baseG Assessment links what teachers learn about students to
the kinds of learning experiences students receive
Three Main Purposes for Teacher Study Groups (Murphy 1992)
A Facilitate implementation of curricular amp instructional innovations
B Plan school improvements
C Guide educators in studying research - based practices
Cayuso et Al (2004)
A Topic Study Group
B Practice Study Group
C Online Study Group Pls note Links to online study group sites
were moved to slide 13
Birchak et Al (1998)
A Issues Discussion Groups
B Job ndash Alike Study Groups
C Professional Book Discussion
D Readers amp Writers Groups
E School ndash Based Groups
F Teacher Research Groups
G Topic ndash Centered Groups
Training Visitation
Launch
OutreachProfessional Development Library
Pls note Links to recorded sample teacher study group meetings were moved to slide 13
A Keep size smallB Form groups based on common interestC Establish and follow rulesD Create guidelines to keep meetings focusedE Develop an action planF Keep a regular scheduleG Use data to guide discussions decisions and plansH Collect and utilize professional resourcesI Develop roles for members J Establish a pattern of leadershipK Encourage dialogue and reflectionL Celebrate SuccessesMCreate and maintain a positive atmosphere
BRAINSTORMING
NARROWING
THE TOPIC
LOOK AT DATA amp
STATE QUESTION PROBLEM
FORM AN
ACTION PLAN
IMPLEMENT PLAN
REFLECT amp
ASSESS
Tips for making TimeA Funding for after ndash schools study groupB Creative schedulingC Include study group time in the schoolrsquos professional
development school improvement plan
Tips for Developing CommitmentA Honor differencesB Listen to each otherC Practice Patience
Tips for Positive Group DynamicsA Skillful facilitatorB Open and Effective CommunicationC Develop a culture of respect and trust
Submitted by M aria Teresa M erri t t
EDLE 5005
February 18 2015
Florida Literacy amp Reading Excellence Professional Paper on Study Groups from
httpseducationucfedumircdocsppFLaRE20Professional20Paper20-20Study20Groupspdf
Gersten R Dimino J Jayanthi M Kim J S amp Santoro L E (2010) Teacher Study Group Impact of the
Professional Development Model on Reading Instruction and Student Outcomes in First Grade Classrooms
American Educational Research Journal 47(3) 694-73 from
httpscholarharvardedufilesjameskimfiles2010-gersten-aerj-teacher_study_group_rct_websitepdf
Tichenor M amp Heins E (2000) Study Groups An Inquiry ndash Based Approach to Improving
Schools The Clearing House 73 (6) 316 ndash 319 from httpwwwstetsoneduartscieducationhollis-
institutemediastudygrppdf
Zepeda S J (2012) Professional development What works 2nd edition New York NY Routledge
Links to videos on Teacher Study Groups
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=ubtxQi87MMY
httpswwwchoiceliteracycomarticles-detail-viewphpid=597
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=HdASq9jc4Fw
Links to teacher forums discussions chatrooms
httpteachersnetmentors
httpwwwproteachernet
httpforumsatozteacherstuffcom
Laura Robb (2000) notes that study groups are different from traditional courses of study in these ways
A Curriculum is negotiated participants have input into what is studied
B Teachers learn by doingC Experiences related to the classroom amp teachersrsquo
inquiriesD Inquiry drives the meetingsE Frequency amp length of meetings are negotiatedF Goals are to improve teaching improve studentsrsquo learning
and enlarge theoretical baseG Assessment links what teachers learn about students to
the kinds of learning experiences students receive
Three Main Purposes for Teacher Study Groups (Murphy 1992)
A Facilitate implementation of curricular amp instructional innovations
B Plan school improvements
C Guide educators in studying research - based practices
Cayuso et Al (2004)
A Topic Study Group
B Practice Study Group
C Online Study Group Pls note Links to online study group sites
were moved to slide 13
Birchak et Al (1998)
A Issues Discussion Groups
B Job ndash Alike Study Groups
C Professional Book Discussion
D Readers amp Writers Groups
E School ndash Based Groups
F Teacher Research Groups
G Topic ndash Centered Groups
Training Visitation
Launch
OutreachProfessional Development Library
Pls note Links to recorded sample teacher study group meetings were moved to slide 13
A Keep size smallB Form groups based on common interestC Establish and follow rulesD Create guidelines to keep meetings focusedE Develop an action planF Keep a regular scheduleG Use data to guide discussions decisions and plansH Collect and utilize professional resourcesI Develop roles for members J Establish a pattern of leadershipK Encourage dialogue and reflectionL Celebrate SuccessesMCreate and maintain a positive atmosphere
BRAINSTORMING
NARROWING
THE TOPIC
LOOK AT DATA amp
STATE QUESTION PROBLEM
FORM AN
ACTION PLAN
IMPLEMENT PLAN
REFLECT amp
ASSESS
Tips for making TimeA Funding for after ndash schools study groupB Creative schedulingC Include study group time in the schoolrsquos professional
development school improvement plan
Tips for Developing CommitmentA Honor differencesB Listen to each otherC Practice Patience
Tips for Positive Group DynamicsA Skillful facilitatorB Open and Effective CommunicationC Develop a culture of respect and trust
Submitted by M aria Teresa M erri t t
EDLE 5005
February 18 2015
Florida Literacy amp Reading Excellence Professional Paper on Study Groups from
httpseducationucfedumircdocsppFLaRE20Professional20Paper20-20Study20Groupspdf
Gersten R Dimino J Jayanthi M Kim J S amp Santoro L E (2010) Teacher Study Group Impact of the
Professional Development Model on Reading Instruction and Student Outcomes in First Grade Classrooms
American Educational Research Journal 47(3) 694-73 from
httpscholarharvardedufilesjameskimfiles2010-gersten-aerj-teacher_study_group_rct_websitepdf
Tichenor M amp Heins E (2000) Study Groups An Inquiry ndash Based Approach to Improving
Schools The Clearing House 73 (6) 316 ndash 319 from httpwwwstetsoneduartscieducationhollis-
institutemediastudygrppdf
Zepeda S J (2012) Professional development What works 2nd edition New York NY Routledge
Links to videos on Teacher Study Groups
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=ubtxQi87MMY
httpswwwchoiceliteracycomarticles-detail-viewphpid=597
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=HdASq9jc4Fw
Links to teacher forums discussions chatrooms
httpteachersnetmentors
httpwwwproteachernet
httpforumsatozteacherstuffcom
Three Main Purposes for Teacher Study Groups (Murphy 1992)
A Facilitate implementation of curricular amp instructional innovations
B Plan school improvements
C Guide educators in studying research - based practices
Cayuso et Al (2004)
A Topic Study Group
B Practice Study Group
C Online Study Group Pls note Links to online study group sites
were moved to slide 13
Birchak et Al (1998)
A Issues Discussion Groups
B Job ndash Alike Study Groups
C Professional Book Discussion
D Readers amp Writers Groups
E School ndash Based Groups
F Teacher Research Groups
G Topic ndash Centered Groups
Training Visitation
Launch
OutreachProfessional Development Library
Pls note Links to recorded sample teacher study group meetings were moved to slide 13
A Keep size smallB Form groups based on common interestC Establish and follow rulesD Create guidelines to keep meetings focusedE Develop an action planF Keep a regular scheduleG Use data to guide discussions decisions and plansH Collect and utilize professional resourcesI Develop roles for members J Establish a pattern of leadershipK Encourage dialogue and reflectionL Celebrate SuccessesMCreate and maintain a positive atmosphere
BRAINSTORMING
NARROWING
THE TOPIC
LOOK AT DATA amp
STATE QUESTION PROBLEM
FORM AN
ACTION PLAN
IMPLEMENT PLAN
REFLECT amp
ASSESS
Tips for making TimeA Funding for after ndash schools study groupB Creative schedulingC Include study group time in the schoolrsquos professional
development school improvement plan
Tips for Developing CommitmentA Honor differencesB Listen to each otherC Practice Patience
Tips for Positive Group DynamicsA Skillful facilitatorB Open and Effective CommunicationC Develop a culture of respect and trust
Submitted by M aria Teresa M erri t t
EDLE 5005
February 18 2015
Florida Literacy amp Reading Excellence Professional Paper on Study Groups from
httpseducationucfedumircdocsppFLaRE20Professional20Paper20-20Study20Groupspdf
Gersten R Dimino J Jayanthi M Kim J S amp Santoro L E (2010) Teacher Study Group Impact of the
Professional Development Model on Reading Instruction and Student Outcomes in First Grade Classrooms
American Educational Research Journal 47(3) 694-73 from
httpscholarharvardedufilesjameskimfiles2010-gersten-aerj-teacher_study_group_rct_websitepdf
Tichenor M amp Heins E (2000) Study Groups An Inquiry ndash Based Approach to Improving
Schools The Clearing House 73 (6) 316 ndash 319 from httpwwwstetsoneduartscieducationhollis-
institutemediastudygrppdf
Zepeda S J (2012) Professional development What works 2nd edition New York NY Routledge
Links to videos on Teacher Study Groups
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=ubtxQi87MMY
httpswwwchoiceliteracycomarticles-detail-viewphpid=597
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=HdASq9jc4Fw
Links to teacher forums discussions chatrooms
httpteachersnetmentors
httpwwwproteachernet
httpforumsatozteacherstuffcom
Cayuso et Al (2004)
A Topic Study Group
B Practice Study Group
C Online Study Group Pls note Links to online study group sites
were moved to slide 13
Birchak et Al (1998)
A Issues Discussion Groups
B Job ndash Alike Study Groups
C Professional Book Discussion
D Readers amp Writers Groups
E School ndash Based Groups
F Teacher Research Groups
G Topic ndash Centered Groups
Training Visitation
Launch
OutreachProfessional Development Library
Pls note Links to recorded sample teacher study group meetings were moved to slide 13
A Keep size smallB Form groups based on common interestC Establish and follow rulesD Create guidelines to keep meetings focusedE Develop an action planF Keep a regular scheduleG Use data to guide discussions decisions and plansH Collect and utilize professional resourcesI Develop roles for members J Establish a pattern of leadershipK Encourage dialogue and reflectionL Celebrate SuccessesMCreate and maintain a positive atmosphere
BRAINSTORMING
NARROWING
THE TOPIC
LOOK AT DATA amp
STATE QUESTION PROBLEM
FORM AN
ACTION PLAN
IMPLEMENT PLAN
REFLECT amp
ASSESS
Tips for making TimeA Funding for after ndash schools study groupB Creative schedulingC Include study group time in the schoolrsquos professional
development school improvement plan
Tips for Developing CommitmentA Honor differencesB Listen to each otherC Practice Patience
Tips for Positive Group DynamicsA Skillful facilitatorB Open and Effective CommunicationC Develop a culture of respect and trust
Submitted by M aria Teresa M erri t t
EDLE 5005
February 18 2015
Florida Literacy amp Reading Excellence Professional Paper on Study Groups from
httpseducationucfedumircdocsppFLaRE20Professional20Paper20-20Study20Groupspdf
Gersten R Dimino J Jayanthi M Kim J S amp Santoro L E (2010) Teacher Study Group Impact of the
Professional Development Model on Reading Instruction and Student Outcomes in First Grade Classrooms
American Educational Research Journal 47(3) 694-73 from
httpscholarharvardedufilesjameskimfiles2010-gersten-aerj-teacher_study_group_rct_websitepdf
Tichenor M amp Heins E (2000) Study Groups An Inquiry ndash Based Approach to Improving
Schools The Clearing House 73 (6) 316 ndash 319 from httpwwwstetsoneduartscieducationhollis-
institutemediastudygrppdf
Zepeda S J (2012) Professional development What works 2nd edition New York NY Routledge
Links to videos on Teacher Study Groups
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=ubtxQi87MMY
httpswwwchoiceliteracycomarticles-detail-viewphpid=597
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=HdASq9jc4Fw
Links to teacher forums discussions chatrooms
httpteachersnetmentors
httpwwwproteachernet
httpforumsatozteacherstuffcom
Birchak et Al (1998)
A Issues Discussion Groups
B Job ndash Alike Study Groups
C Professional Book Discussion
D Readers amp Writers Groups
E School ndash Based Groups
F Teacher Research Groups
G Topic ndash Centered Groups
Training Visitation
Launch
OutreachProfessional Development Library
Pls note Links to recorded sample teacher study group meetings were moved to slide 13
A Keep size smallB Form groups based on common interestC Establish and follow rulesD Create guidelines to keep meetings focusedE Develop an action planF Keep a regular scheduleG Use data to guide discussions decisions and plansH Collect and utilize professional resourcesI Develop roles for members J Establish a pattern of leadershipK Encourage dialogue and reflectionL Celebrate SuccessesMCreate and maintain a positive atmosphere
BRAINSTORMING
NARROWING
THE TOPIC
LOOK AT DATA amp
STATE QUESTION PROBLEM
FORM AN
ACTION PLAN
IMPLEMENT PLAN
REFLECT amp
ASSESS
Tips for making TimeA Funding for after ndash schools study groupB Creative schedulingC Include study group time in the schoolrsquos professional
development school improvement plan
Tips for Developing CommitmentA Honor differencesB Listen to each otherC Practice Patience
Tips for Positive Group DynamicsA Skillful facilitatorB Open and Effective CommunicationC Develop a culture of respect and trust
Submitted by M aria Teresa M erri t t
EDLE 5005
February 18 2015
Florida Literacy amp Reading Excellence Professional Paper on Study Groups from
httpseducationucfedumircdocsppFLaRE20Professional20Paper20-20Study20Groupspdf
Gersten R Dimino J Jayanthi M Kim J S amp Santoro L E (2010) Teacher Study Group Impact of the
Professional Development Model on Reading Instruction and Student Outcomes in First Grade Classrooms
American Educational Research Journal 47(3) 694-73 from
httpscholarharvardedufilesjameskimfiles2010-gersten-aerj-teacher_study_group_rct_websitepdf
Tichenor M amp Heins E (2000) Study Groups An Inquiry ndash Based Approach to Improving
Schools The Clearing House 73 (6) 316 ndash 319 from httpwwwstetsoneduartscieducationhollis-
institutemediastudygrppdf
Zepeda S J (2012) Professional development What works 2nd edition New York NY Routledge
Links to videos on Teacher Study Groups
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=ubtxQi87MMY
httpswwwchoiceliteracycomarticles-detail-viewphpid=597
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=HdASq9jc4Fw
Links to teacher forums discussions chatrooms
httpteachersnetmentors
httpwwwproteachernet
httpforumsatozteacherstuffcom
Training Visitation
Launch
OutreachProfessional Development Library
Pls note Links to recorded sample teacher study group meetings were moved to slide 13
A Keep size smallB Form groups based on common interestC Establish and follow rulesD Create guidelines to keep meetings focusedE Develop an action planF Keep a regular scheduleG Use data to guide discussions decisions and plansH Collect and utilize professional resourcesI Develop roles for members J Establish a pattern of leadershipK Encourage dialogue and reflectionL Celebrate SuccessesMCreate and maintain a positive atmosphere
BRAINSTORMING
NARROWING
THE TOPIC
LOOK AT DATA amp
STATE QUESTION PROBLEM
FORM AN
ACTION PLAN
IMPLEMENT PLAN
REFLECT amp
ASSESS
Tips for making TimeA Funding for after ndash schools study groupB Creative schedulingC Include study group time in the schoolrsquos professional
development school improvement plan
Tips for Developing CommitmentA Honor differencesB Listen to each otherC Practice Patience
Tips for Positive Group DynamicsA Skillful facilitatorB Open and Effective CommunicationC Develop a culture of respect and trust
Submitted by M aria Teresa M erri t t
EDLE 5005
February 18 2015
Florida Literacy amp Reading Excellence Professional Paper on Study Groups from
httpseducationucfedumircdocsppFLaRE20Professional20Paper20-20Study20Groupspdf
Gersten R Dimino J Jayanthi M Kim J S amp Santoro L E (2010) Teacher Study Group Impact of the
Professional Development Model on Reading Instruction and Student Outcomes in First Grade Classrooms
American Educational Research Journal 47(3) 694-73 from
httpscholarharvardedufilesjameskimfiles2010-gersten-aerj-teacher_study_group_rct_websitepdf
Tichenor M amp Heins E (2000) Study Groups An Inquiry ndash Based Approach to Improving
Schools The Clearing House 73 (6) 316 ndash 319 from httpwwwstetsoneduartscieducationhollis-
institutemediastudygrppdf
Zepeda S J (2012) Professional development What works 2nd edition New York NY Routledge
Links to videos on Teacher Study Groups
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=ubtxQi87MMY
httpswwwchoiceliteracycomarticles-detail-viewphpid=597
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=HdASq9jc4Fw
Links to teacher forums discussions chatrooms
httpteachersnetmentors
httpwwwproteachernet
httpforumsatozteacherstuffcom
A Keep size smallB Form groups based on common interestC Establish and follow rulesD Create guidelines to keep meetings focusedE Develop an action planF Keep a regular scheduleG Use data to guide discussions decisions and plansH Collect and utilize professional resourcesI Develop roles for members J Establish a pattern of leadershipK Encourage dialogue and reflectionL Celebrate SuccessesMCreate and maintain a positive atmosphere
BRAINSTORMING
NARROWING
THE TOPIC
LOOK AT DATA amp
STATE QUESTION PROBLEM
FORM AN
ACTION PLAN
IMPLEMENT PLAN
REFLECT amp
ASSESS
Tips for making TimeA Funding for after ndash schools study groupB Creative schedulingC Include study group time in the schoolrsquos professional
development school improvement plan
Tips for Developing CommitmentA Honor differencesB Listen to each otherC Practice Patience
Tips for Positive Group DynamicsA Skillful facilitatorB Open and Effective CommunicationC Develop a culture of respect and trust
Submitted by M aria Teresa M erri t t
EDLE 5005
February 18 2015
Florida Literacy amp Reading Excellence Professional Paper on Study Groups from
httpseducationucfedumircdocsppFLaRE20Professional20Paper20-20Study20Groupspdf
Gersten R Dimino J Jayanthi M Kim J S amp Santoro L E (2010) Teacher Study Group Impact of the
Professional Development Model on Reading Instruction and Student Outcomes in First Grade Classrooms
American Educational Research Journal 47(3) 694-73 from
httpscholarharvardedufilesjameskimfiles2010-gersten-aerj-teacher_study_group_rct_websitepdf
Tichenor M amp Heins E (2000) Study Groups An Inquiry ndash Based Approach to Improving
Schools The Clearing House 73 (6) 316 ndash 319 from httpwwwstetsoneduartscieducationhollis-
institutemediastudygrppdf
Zepeda S J (2012) Professional development What works 2nd edition New York NY Routledge
Links to videos on Teacher Study Groups
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=ubtxQi87MMY
httpswwwchoiceliteracycomarticles-detail-viewphpid=597
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=HdASq9jc4Fw
Links to teacher forums discussions chatrooms
httpteachersnetmentors
httpwwwproteachernet
httpforumsatozteacherstuffcom
BRAINSTORMING
NARROWING
THE TOPIC
LOOK AT DATA amp
STATE QUESTION PROBLEM
FORM AN
ACTION PLAN
IMPLEMENT PLAN
REFLECT amp
ASSESS
Tips for making TimeA Funding for after ndash schools study groupB Creative schedulingC Include study group time in the schoolrsquos professional
development school improvement plan
Tips for Developing CommitmentA Honor differencesB Listen to each otherC Practice Patience
Tips for Positive Group DynamicsA Skillful facilitatorB Open and Effective CommunicationC Develop a culture of respect and trust
Submitted by M aria Teresa M erri t t
EDLE 5005
February 18 2015
Florida Literacy amp Reading Excellence Professional Paper on Study Groups from
httpseducationucfedumircdocsppFLaRE20Professional20Paper20-20Study20Groupspdf
Gersten R Dimino J Jayanthi M Kim J S amp Santoro L E (2010) Teacher Study Group Impact of the
Professional Development Model on Reading Instruction and Student Outcomes in First Grade Classrooms
American Educational Research Journal 47(3) 694-73 from
httpscholarharvardedufilesjameskimfiles2010-gersten-aerj-teacher_study_group_rct_websitepdf
Tichenor M amp Heins E (2000) Study Groups An Inquiry ndash Based Approach to Improving
Schools The Clearing House 73 (6) 316 ndash 319 from httpwwwstetsoneduartscieducationhollis-
institutemediastudygrppdf
Zepeda S J (2012) Professional development What works 2nd edition New York NY Routledge
Links to videos on Teacher Study Groups
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=ubtxQi87MMY
httpswwwchoiceliteracycomarticles-detail-viewphpid=597
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=HdASq9jc4Fw
Links to teacher forums discussions chatrooms
httpteachersnetmentors
httpwwwproteachernet
httpforumsatozteacherstuffcom
Tips for making TimeA Funding for after ndash schools study groupB Creative schedulingC Include study group time in the schoolrsquos professional
development school improvement plan
Tips for Developing CommitmentA Honor differencesB Listen to each otherC Practice Patience
Tips for Positive Group DynamicsA Skillful facilitatorB Open and Effective CommunicationC Develop a culture of respect and trust
Submitted by M aria Teresa M erri t t
EDLE 5005
February 18 2015
Florida Literacy amp Reading Excellence Professional Paper on Study Groups from
httpseducationucfedumircdocsppFLaRE20Professional20Paper20-20Study20Groupspdf
Gersten R Dimino J Jayanthi M Kim J S amp Santoro L E (2010) Teacher Study Group Impact of the
Professional Development Model on Reading Instruction and Student Outcomes in First Grade Classrooms
American Educational Research Journal 47(3) 694-73 from
httpscholarharvardedufilesjameskimfiles2010-gersten-aerj-teacher_study_group_rct_websitepdf
Tichenor M amp Heins E (2000) Study Groups An Inquiry ndash Based Approach to Improving
Schools The Clearing House 73 (6) 316 ndash 319 from httpwwwstetsoneduartscieducationhollis-
institutemediastudygrppdf
Zepeda S J (2012) Professional development What works 2nd edition New York NY Routledge
Links to videos on Teacher Study Groups
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=ubtxQi87MMY
httpswwwchoiceliteracycomarticles-detail-viewphpid=597
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=HdASq9jc4Fw
Links to teacher forums discussions chatrooms
httpteachersnetmentors
httpwwwproteachernet
httpforumsatozteacherstuffcom
Submitted by M aria Teresa M erri t t
EDLE 5005
February 18 2015
Florida Literacy amp Reading Excellence Professional Paper on Study Groups from
httpseducationucfedumircdocsppFLaRE20Professional20Paper20-20Study20Groupspdf
Gersten R Dimino J Jayanthi M Kim J S amp Santoro L E (2010) Teacher Study Group Impact of the
Professional Development Model on Reading Instruction and Student Outcomes in First Grade Classrooms
American Educational Research Journal 47(3) 694-73 from
httpscholarharvardedufilesjameskimfiles2010-gersten-aerj-teacher_study_group_rct_websitepdf
Tichenor M amp Heins E (2000) Study Groups An Inquiry ndash Based Approach to Improving
Schools The Clearing House 73 (6) 316 ndash 319 from httpwwwstetsoneduartscieducationhollis-
institutemediastudygrppdf
Zepeda S J (2012) Professional development What works 2nd edition New York NY Routledge
Links to videos on Teacher Study Groups
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=ubtxQi87MMY
httpswwwchoiceliteracycomarticles-detail-viewphpid=597
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=HdASq9jc4Fw
Links to teacher forums discussions chatrooms
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Florida Literacy amp Reading Excellence Professional Paper on Study Groups from
httpseducationucfedumircdocsppFLaRE20Professional20Paper20-20Study20Groupspdf
Gersten R Dimino J Jayanthi M Kim J S amp Santoro L E (2010) Teacher Study Group Impact of the
Professional Development Model on Reading Instruction and Student Outcomes in First Grade Classrooms
American Educational Research Journal 47(3) 694-73 from
httpscholarharvardedufilesjameskimfiles2010-gersten-aerj-teacher_study_group_rct_websitepdf
Tichenor M amp Heins E (2000) Study Groups An Inquiry ndash Based Approach to Improving
Schools The Clearing House 73 (6) 316 ndash 319 from httpwwwstetsoneduartscieducationhollis-
institutemediastudygrppdf
Zepeda S J (2012) Professional development What works 2nd edition New York NY Routledge
Links to videos on Teacher Study Groups
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=ubtxQi87MMY
httpswwwchoiceliteracycomarticles-detail-viewphpid=597
httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=HdASq9jc4Fw
Links to teacher forums discussions chatrooms
httpteachersnetmentors
httpwwwproteachernet
httpforumsatozteacherstuffcom