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Reasons Why Teacher Development is So Important:

Teaching is as much a learning experience for the educator as it is for the student. Professional Development occurs daily through all our interactions, in addition to courses and workshops, and it ensures that educators remain effective in the long run, helping them to apply various approaches to Teaching/Learning.

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The curriculum goes beyond just subject area knowledge to concepts and approaches to teaching. Teachers should be constantly figuring out new ways to engage students—whether that’s including the latest developments in their field or looking for ways to interact across fields to fully explore concepts through the lens of multiple subject areas.

1. Go above and beyond Subject Area Knowledge
2. Improve Student Outcomes 
3. Include New Technology
4. Help Each Other Become Better Educators

Link: 

https://www.whitbyschool.org/passionforlearning/4-reasons-teacher-development-matters

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THE IMPORTANCE OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 

Education is a never-ending process. It doesn’t stop after earning a degree and starting a career. Through continuing education, career-minded individuals can constantly improve their skills and become more proficient at their jobs. In the field of Teaching/Learning, it is particularly important for school administrators to encourage teachers to pursue professional development, not only to ensure the best learning outcomes for their students but also to be more effective and satisfied in various other aspects of their work.

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Educational technology, school district guidelines and curriculum standards are constantly changing, making it challenging for teachers to keep up with trends and best practices in the field. Professional development transforms teachers into better and more apt educators by enabling them to create relevant and tailored course instructions for today's students

Link: https://online.queens.edu/online-programs/medl/resources/professional-development-for-educators

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The Importance of Professional Development for Educators

If there is one thing education leaders agree can improve classroom instruction, student learning and teacher retention all at once, it’s providing a robust professional development program.

When administrators invest in the professional development of their teachers, they are rewarded with a variety of positive outcomes within the classroom and across the entire district.

Here are Five Ways Professional Development Will Improve Teaching/Learning:

Students Have Better Learning Outcomes

Teachers Learn Better Ways to Teach.

Teachers Develop Better Organization and Planning Skills.

Teachers Gain Knowledge and Industry Insight

Teachers Want to Continue Their Education.

Link: https://www.powerschool.com/resources/blog/benefits-professional-development/

ABOVE: Here, I am seen with some participants in one of the workshops.

ABOVE: Here, I am seen with some of my colleagues ready for the powhiri.

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