Domain III
Promoting Professional Learning for Continuous Improvement
Functions of Professional Learning
Collaborates with others to plan professional learning
- team-based
- job-embedded
- sustained over time
- aligned with content standards
- linked to School Improvement Plan
Varied and Differentiated Professional Learning
Uses information about adult learning (andragogy) to:
- Identify learning needs
- Promote professional learning
- Facilitate varied and differentiated instruction
Facilitates Professional Learning Among Colleagues
Identifies and Use Appropriate Technologies
To promote:
- collaborative professional learning
- differentiated professional learning
Promotes the intentional use of appropriate technologies to facilitate collaboration among colleagues and differentiated learning.
Collaboration
messaging, video conferencing, organizing
Intentionality
using technology for a specific purpose
Differentiation
varying levels of difficulty for professional learning experiences
Professional Learning Quality and Effectiveness
Work with colleagues to evaluate the quality and effectiveness of professional learning by:
- Collecting data
- Analyzing data
- Disseminating data
Collegial Time and Support
Advocates for sufficient preparation, time, and support for:
- Collaborative, professional teams
- Job-embedded professional learning
Provides Constructive Feedback to Colleagues
Feedback is intentionally focused on:
- Strengthening teaching practice
- Improving student learning
Emerging Education, Economic, and Social Trends
Uses information about these trends to plan and facilitate professional learning