Bonus: What Makes Professional Learning Actually Work?

Professional learning is a common part of education, but not all professional development leads to meaningful change in the classroom. In this episode, we take a closer look at what makes professional learning effective, relevant, and worth teachers’ time.

We explore the difference between simply attending a training and engaging in learning that actually changes practice. From relevance and collaboration to follow-up and opportunities for implementation, effective professional learning should empower educators rather than overwhelm them.

Quotables

• “Reflection is where ideas become more personal.“
• “Learning doesn’t stick with people until they process it.”
• “Every professional learning session needs at least one meaningful learning move.”

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About the author, Gretchen

I am a teacher trainer and coach. Working elbow to elbow with teachers and teacher leaders to ensure instructional proficiency and student achievement soar lights me up. We have a real need in our nation for strong educators to remain in the field. My blog, book, podcast, courses and instructional materials are geared towards empowering teachers (and those that lead them) to receive the support needed to grow and thrive today, tomorrow and always.

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