Module 4 Comments

Marlisa,

I absolutely agree with reform strategies.  Too often, the one-shot workshops never get past that, the one-time introduction.  It’s easy to attend workshops and feel highly motivated by the material presented. Unfortunately, without support and mentorship many professional development strategies are never implemented in the classroom.  Your idea of providing an online format to allow teachers to preview or become familiar with the professional development being offered is a great plan, this will allow actual time to practice strategies and ask questions during team meetings.  Working out hectic schedules can be challenging.  Many schools have grade level or content based team planning in the daily schedule. Some teachers do not want to give up their planning periods, but if the material being presented is relevant, there is hope for success.