#personalizedPD chat. A fast-paced, fun chat to discuss personalized professional development for educators. We discuss what it is, why it's better than traditional PD, how to create personalized PD opportunities, how to scale it from individuals to districts, and how to inspire it from individuals to districts to want more and more of it. Hosted each week by Jason Bretzmann @jbretzmann and Kenny Bosch @KennyBosch and moderated each week by a guest moderator. 8pm Central each Tuesday.
Hello and welcome to the #personalizedPD chat. I'm Jason, co-host of the chat along w/ @kennybosch AND I'm also tonight's moderator. Please introduce yourself & tell us if your local temperature is higher or lower than 25 degrees!
Tiffany Ott here from Northeast Ohio looking forward to some more #personalizedpd tonight! It's my favorite kind of PD! It is currently above 25 degrees, but BARELY!
Tonight we dive into the intense #personalizedPD ideas Jarod Bormann @jbormann3 shares in his new book "Professionally Driven." You don't need his book to answer, but you'll want it after you do! #ProDriven
Kenny Bosch, co-author and co-moderator of #personalizedPD
High school history teacher.
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First #personalizedPD question coming up in 1 minute. Regarding meeting the needs of all Ts. Even high fliers. You ready to push the envelope with @jbormann3 ?
Q1: Do the highest of fliers get what they need? Jarod asks: "I know we have teachers in this district that don't need ANY of those sessions up there. What about them?" #personalizedPD#ProDriven#FutureReady#SLATEinWI
Hello and welcome to the #personalizedPD chat. I'm Jason, co-host of the chat along w/ @kennybosch AND I'm also tonight's moderator. Please introduce yourself & tell us if your local temperature is higher or lower than 25 degrees!
A1 That would be a resounding "No!" Unfortunately, just as with advanced learners, teachers ready for advanced, challenging learning experiences rarely get it to the extent they need. #personalizedpd
A1: When we don't provide opportunities for all Ts to get PD we risk losing the opportunities to keep our highest fliers moving forward. EVERYBODY MOVES in #personalizedPD
It is such an important topic for us as educators! I will try to make it to as many as I can- as long as my three children aren't being too needy ;) #personalizedPD
A1: One of my “high fliers” booked me today to co-learn something that was new to both of us. Love that she challenged me! I invited her to co-present her success story at my next PD day! #BuildingCapacity#PersonalizedPD
Q1: Do the highest of fliers get what they need? Jarod asks: "I know we have teachers in this district that don't need ANY of those sessions up there. What about them?" #personalizedPD#ProDriven#FutureReady#SLATEinWI
A1: Our campus #personalizedPD allows Ts to choose their learning path and initiate learning at their level...we also look for individualized opportunities for our Ts depending on passions.
A1 One of the most important thing instructional coaches can do is teach Ts how to advocate for their needs and create their own learning opportunities. #personalizedPD
Q1: Do the highest of fliers get what they need? Jarod asks: "I know we have teachers in this district that don't need ANY of those sessions up there. What about them?" #personalizedPD#ProDriven#FutureReady#SLATEinWI
Q1: Do the highest of fliers get what they need? Jarod asks: "I know we have teachers in this district that don't need ANY of those sessions up there. What about them?" #personalizedPD#ProDriven#FutureReady#SLATEinWI
Q1: Do the highest of fliers get what they need? Jarod asks: "I know we have teachers in this district that don't need ANY of those sessions up there. What about them?" #personalizedPD#ProDriven#FutureReady#SLATEinWI
#personalizedPD gm all , Aprajita ralli from India.its a cold morning here in Delhi ..but we love winters as our summers go off off hiding from the sweltering heat 🙂🙂
That is the beauty of #personalizedPD in a district that embraces CHOICE for Ts. Educators feel empowered to push themselves and others. PD does not have to be the same for all.
Unfortunately, that is not always possible. The culture and climate of a school or district can be detrimental to a teacher feeling able or allowed to speak up for their needs. Especially when so much PD time is taken up by things they already know! #personalizedPD
A1 Our high fliers know how to stay ahead of the game...Twitter, EdCamps, etc. Would like to figure out how to ignite that spark in others. #personalizedPD
A1: Alwaysa challenge, but we can all learn from each other. Ask’em what will stretch them, then aske them to facilitate a learning session. #personalizedpdhttps://t.co/cnAGHCs7FJ
Q1: Do the highest of fliers get what they need? Jarod asks: "I know we have teachers in this district that don't need ANY of those sessions up there. What about them?" #personalizedPD#ProDriven#FutureReady#SLATEinWI
A1: “highest flyers” tend to look for learning b/c that’s who they are. I look for opportunities I know is their interest. Giving choice! Not one size fits all & don’t always ask for them to present #personalizedPD
#personalizedPD A1. High fliers can make themselves useful...but in an unobtrusive manner.And Secondly they can have their own PLNs ...that keeps them motivated
A2 Requirements make people feel safe. They have a list, can check it. If they can check it off, it must have happened. Learning doesn't work like that!
PD will be valued when it is #personalizedPD & we honor professionals & allow for CHOICE!
A1) That’s one of the problems with PD. Everyone needs PD to keep their skills fresh & hone their talent. Saying people “don’t need it” is a misnomer #PersonalizedPD
Agree with some of that. If districts are giving opportunities & buying PD for the middle of the road or the least common denominator, they should rethink their strategies for better PD #personalizedPD
A2: Just like with our students. if presenter is excited, it will foster excitement. If presenter makes it "real world" Ts will see value. If the PD is a sit and get have to situation, don't patronize Ts, let them know you get it and will work through together! #personalizedPD
A2 Because it is more manageable for the organizers of the PD. Just like teachers don't always differentiate for our students because of time constraints, resources, or skills, sometimes PD leaders don't differentiate for teachers for the same reasons! #personalizedpd
A1 Ask them what they need. Take the sessions offered to the next level for them. We can all stand to grow professionally. Boone has arrived. #PersonalizedPD
Q1: Do the highest of fliers get what they need? Jarod asks: "I know we have teachers in this district that don't need ANY of those sessions up there. What about them?" #personalizedPD#ProDriven#FutureReady#SLATEinWI
Q1: Do the highest of fliers get what they need? Jarod asks: "I know we have teachers in this district that don't need ANY of those sessions up there. What about them?" #personalizedPD#ProDriven#FutureReady#SLATEinWI
A2: Need to invite them into the planning process. We value what has value to us as professionals. Hard not to value what we help create. #personalizedpdhttps://t.co/IofWh7mWbk
A2) Because we do one and done’s and bring in outside PD people (like me) to do a 2 hour rock concert where we entertain our audience with our greatest hits. There needs to be follow thru and support w coaching #personalizedpd
This is why I love presenting and collaborating with teachers so very much. I think I learn more from every conference I present at than my attendees learn from me. That collaborative learning environment is so powerful! #personalizedPD
#personalizedPD A2. It sad that we have to laugh at PD when it should be motivational...in our organisation we have effectively utilised PD sessions so far ...
Q3: "If I could make PD what I truly wanted it to be, what would that look like?" How do you respond to Jarod's question? #personalizedPD#ProDriven#RedesignPD
Most times I see that the needs of the Ts are not something of interest & Ts end of laughing & asking themselves & others, "They thought I needed that?" We see the trends changing though toward #personalizedPD
Q3: "If I could make PD what I truly wanted it to be, what would that look like?" How do you respond to Jarod's question? #personalizedPD#ProDriven#RedesignPD
A3 - A blend of motivational instruction of a new topic mixed w/ getting up, moving around & interacting with others while we actually work w/ new information & strategies. Let’s put it into practice! #personalizedPD
A3: I hope to have passion driven PD that also allows time for teachers to follow personal goals of growth. I love the collaborative growth that can happen but time to work on their own is also of value #PersonalizedPD
Q3: "If I could make PD what I truly wanted it to be, what would that look like?" How do you respond to Jarod's question? #personalizedPD#ProDriven#RedesignPD
Sure. If Ts are part of the planning process, they are closer to getting what they need. Let's honor professionals and plan this stuff together #personalizedPD
A3 Trying hard to get a digital learning academy off the ground. Would be great to have any high quality PD I want anytime anywhere made by people I know! #personalizedPD
A3: Choice Driven! Freedom to implement new strategies! Refreshers when needed for "seasoned" Ts instead of repeating PD with grade levels. #personalizedPD
Q3: "If I could make PD what I truly wanted it to be, what would that look like?" How do you respond to Jarod's question? #personalizedPD#ProDriven#RedesignPD
A3 I would love to see teachers group themselves based on need, skill level, and/or interest. Then let them develop their own approach to learning it! Teachers are often surprisingly good at knowing what they need after some genuine reflection. #personalizedpd
A3) It depends on what the teacher wants to understand about they students & how they can challenge and engage them. Not just the ones already challenged & engaged. The ones who are challenging to engage #personalizedpd
A3 personalized, goal oriented, job embedded PD that allows for choice and autonomy as well as a platform to connect with others to share and reflect on growth. #personalizedPD
A3: PD would focus primarily on shared learning. Time to see something new, then time to apply with colleagues in a collaborative environment. (Timely and Responsive) #personalizedPDhttps://t.co/WLsPFkmuZO
Q3: "If I could make PD what I truly wanted it to be, what would that look like?" How do you respond to Jarod's question? #personalizedPD#ProDriven#RedesignPD
Q3: "If I could make PD what I truly wanted it to be, what would that look like?" How do you respond to Jarod's question? #personalizedPD#ProDriven#RedesignPD
#personalizedPD A2. Collaborative, strategy based specifics for classroom practices.More specifically need based ... helping Ts reflect on their needs ..maybe a SWOT ...and then design sessions accordingly 🙂🙂
Using the Standards of Professional Learning will help design PD that is meaningful, timely, data based and reflective. Check it out! https://t.co/NvvsUbh9qT#personalizedPD
A3 PD is about the development of skills that transfer directly to Ss learning in the classroom...so it should look like a @wogamanelks classroom #personalizedPD
A2 When I think back on what used to be PD in our district (3 hours in an auditorium sit and get) vs what PD is now in our district (EdCamps, individualized sessions based on interest and need) I’m amazed at the positive change. #personalizedPD
A3 My perfect #personalizedPD is indescribable other than it is exactly what educators want and need. It is a custom-made experience for all. Some like moving, post-it notes, gallery walks. Others hate it.
#personalizedPD is where we ask educators what they want/need to grow.
Q4: Surveys help us find what most people want/need. What about everybody else? How do you respond: "...that topic got 64%, so that's got to be a top priority for everyone. Everyone?" #personalizedPD#educoach
A3 - Immediately applicable to my classroom...improving my student's learning environment. @researchED_US is a prime example of a top notch PD. #personalizedpd
Q3: "If I could make PD what I truly wanted it to be, what would that look like?" How do you respond to Jarod's question? #personalizedPD#ProDriven#RedesignPD
I am glad you brought up the drive piece. How can we help foster that in teachers who do not exhibit it? With students, I concentrate on the relationship built over time, but I have had less success with that approach with working with fellow educators. Thoughts? #personalizedPD
A3 Choice involved, opportunities to try new things, interact with peers, or in a different school, envt for focusing on your needs and interests #personalizedpd
A4 Numbers DO lie! Sometimes the number is 64% because that option was the least terrible idea on the list.
Provide a survey but always have a wild card/blank check option. What do you want to do that is not on list? Then, allow educators to go pursue it. #personalizedPD
Q4: Surveys help us find what most people want/need. What about everybody else? How do you respond: "...that topic got 64%, so that's got to be a top priority for everyone. Everyone?" #personalizedPD#educoach
A4) PD should be tiered. There should be whole staff PD that addresses schoolwide goals, targeted PD with small group sessions focusing on specific topics, and strategic PD that this personalized #personalizedPD
A4 - Reminds me of what I learned today, “Teaching to the average is teaching to no one”. We need to include everyone, esp those at the margins #personalizedPD
A4: surveys help me design the framework of choices but innovation stations are an option and pillars that drive our selections of engagement, differentiation, technology and social/emotional , we have about 24 selections in a day. So choice is very relevant #PersonalizedPD
Q4: Surveys help us find what most people want/need. What about everybody else? How do you respond: "...that topic got 64%, so that's got to be a top priority for everyone. Everyone?" #personalizedPD#educoach
Ch. 3 in Professionally Driven is all about building intrinsic motivation rather than focusing on extrinsic motivators in PD -> https://t.co/M2umJEr8UG#personalizedPD
A4 #PersonalizedPD No! NO! NOT EVERYONE! I can't tell you how many times I've been in attendance and felt completely useless because my population was only addressed if it was causing a problem.
#personalizedPD A4. Do surveys really give a complete picture or a rather generalized one? I'd rather have the middle level of leadership collate personalized data and then categorise PD , customising it not wholesaling it...which could be a waste of time, effort and energy
Q4: Surveys help us find what most people want/need. What about everybody else? How do you respond: "...that topic got 64%, so that's got to be a top priority for everyone. Everyone?" #personalizedPD#educoach
That is how you know it is the right answer, right, Cathy?!? The idea makes everyone excited instead of angry that they HAVE to go to PD that someone else chose for them that meets none of their needs and even worse, wastes their time from doing their actual job.
#personalizedPD
...and what about the mermaids? Where do I go if I've already got that, don't need that, could be teaching that, or need something else? There has to be a place for the mermaids. #personalizedPDhttps://t.co/SbqafIiKRg
A4 I like to think of it as if we were giving a pretest to Ss. Many Ts will instruct to the content that 64% of Ss got wrong. The best Ts use flexible grouping, personalized & mastery learning, & curriculum compacting to meet their needs. PD should do that, too! #personalizedpd
They are student engagement, diff instruction, instr tech, social/emotional . Ts wanted more alignment and focus so we framed sessions w these. Most educational topics fall somewhere under those 4 topics #personalizedPD
It's time for the #Lurker shoutout! We love our lurkers at #personalizedPD
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A4: Surveys help to identify shared needs, not the needs of all. We must also honor the needs of the few and the one. Surveys give us a starting point, but are not the ending point for id’ing needs. #personalizedPDhttps://t.co/FoBLwAmPSD
Q4: Surveys help us find what most people want/need. What about everybody else? How do you respond: "...that topic got 64%, so that's got to be a top priority for everyone. Everyone?" #personalizedPD#educoach
A4 Spread the love. One PD topic might cover 64% but if you offer 10 different topics you'll be better able to address the wants of the high 90s! #personalizedPD
A4: surveys of course helpful, but majority means you still have ppl not ready/onboard. Need plan to bring ppl along (late adopters) or to accept that not all willing/able. #personalizedPD
For me this question is more about the 36%. They should matter too. That's one of the important parts of #personalizedPD EVERYBODY matters. It's not top down OR majority rules over everyone.
A4 Don't ask for voice if you aren't going to use the feedback. All means all even if it's 1%. When we function in a PD system that requires someone else to be the driver other than the T, we make it impossible for all needs to be met.#personalizedPD
Perhaps they should be providing one of those small sessions. The site admin can also recommend them to attend a particular session based on their observations #personalizedpd
Q5: Your response to Jarod's statement? "We need to quit viewing the T as the fire that is last to receive the water & viewing the expert as the original source of knowledge that we must pay to dip our buckets into." #personalizedPD#ProDrivenhttps://t.co/FGuFGRcQ4e
For me this question is more about the 36%. They should matter too. That's one of the important parts of #personalizedPD EVERYBODY matters. It's not top down OR majority rules over everyone.
A5: So important that we honor professionals. The #personalizedPD "Game of Stories" does that. Get your deck today & grab one for your favorite admin too https://t.co/KAd587MCjB
Will need to check this out. Implementing choice PD this year w/ mixed results. Motivation is obstacle for some when so used to being "fed" pd #personalizedPD
Q5: Your response to Jarod's statement? "We need to quit viewing the T as the fire that is last to receive the water & viewing the expert as the original source of knowledge that we must pay to dip our buckets into." #personalizedPD#ProDrivenhttps://t.co/FGuFGRcQ4e
A4: Surveys are helpful but not the end all be all. Offer it and they will come to what they need. Our BTs get to choose topics based off surveys plus district needs.We differentiate for grade/experience levels as much as possible. Not perfect but trying... #personalizedPD
Q4: Surveys help us find what most people want/need. What about everybody else? How do you respond: "...that topic got 64%, so that's got to be a top priority for everyone. Everyone?" #personalizedPD#educoach
I think those ongoing connections are vital. Just like here on Twitter! If we attend a twitter chat and then never forge deeper connections with those we interact with, it is a waste of time! You must -continue- those relationships! #personalizedPD
I don’t understand your reference. An administrator can recommend a teacher to attend or present a certain session on a topic based on what they have seen In their observations. #personalizedpd
A4: surveys of course helpful, but majority means you still have ppl not ready/onboard. Need plan to bring ppl along (late adopters) or to accept that not all willing/able. #personalizedPD
A5: As educators we all have something to share, and something to learn from someone else. If we expect our students to learn collaboratively, we need to model this with each other as professionals. #personalizedPDhttps://t.co/MgwAZxQ7Ks
Q5: Your response to Jarod's statement? "We need to quit viewing the T as the fire that is last to receive the water & viewing the expert as the original source of knowledge that we must pay to dip our buckets into." #personalizedPD#ProDrivenhttps://t.co/FGuFGRcQ4e
Sounds good and headed in even better directions. We are all a work in progress. That's another important aspect of #personalizedPD Even the PD is a work in progress!
Q5: Your response to Jarod's statement? "We need to quit viewing the T as the fire that is last to receive the water & viewing the expert as the original source of knowledge that we must pay to dip our buckets into." #personalizedPD#ProDrivenhttps://t.co/FGuFGRcQ4e
A5 the magic happens when we replenish the spring of knowledge and I believe that only occurs through collaborative growth...be ready to fail and try again #PersonalizedPD
A4: Surveys help to identify shared needs, not the needs of all. We must also honor the needs of the few and the one. Surveys give us a starting point, but are not the ending point for id’ing needs. #personalizedPDhttps://t.co/FoBLwAmPSD
Q4: Surveys help us find what most people want/need. What about everybody else? How do you respond: "...that topic got 64%, so that's got to be a top priority for everyone. Everyone?" #personalizedPD#educoach
The school culture with PD should be you either present it or attend it. No is not an option. Everyone needs PD. The problem is many teachers don’t believe they do because of how PD is usually provided - as a glorified staff mtg w no follow thru #personalizedpd
A5 Invest in your teachers. #edtech comes and goes, as do books, standards, and curriculum. Good teaching is forever. Invest in that and the returns will be as well. #personalizedPD
A5 There is an invaluable, priceless wealth of human power in the teachers in schools across the world. Recognizing it. Nurturing it. Drawing on it to sustain the other educators in the building. That must be a significant part of any PD plan! #personalizedpd
Q6: Your response to Jarod's statement? "...the idea that 'teachers don't know what they don't know' implies that they cannot be trusted to discover for themselves what they don't know." #personalizedPD#ProDriven#TOSAchathttps://t.co/1Xp9FBBTky
Q6: Your response to Jarod's statement? "...the idea that 'teachers don't know what they don't know' implies that they cannot be trusted to discover for themselves what they don't know." #personalizedPD#ProDriven#TOSAchathttps://t.co/1Xp9FBBTky
A5 When Ts begin to see themselves as experts who also still have learning to do the culture of a campus completely changes. When we see people as their potential it's amazing the things that start happening. #personalizedPD
and for those that don't want to present, there should be options as well. A conversation, a blog, someone else telling the story of what they did. Not everyone is comfortable with presenting, but everyone has something to share. #personalizedPD
A6 Help teachers by helping develop a network of resources, like Twitter pln. Then they will find out what they don't know before you know nobody knows it! #personalizedPD
A6 - Not sure how I feel about what that statement “implies” but effective Ts are lifelong learners & are appropriate risk takers who are not afraid to find what they need #personalizedPD
A6: Agree and Disagree with this statement. As a T- I knew I had gaps and sought out my own learning but there were also many occasions I had that light bulb moment in PD. If I had not attended I wouldn't have realized I didn't know. IE: #steam education #personalizedPD
Q6: Your response to Jarod's statement? "...the idea that 'teachers don't know what they don't know' implies that they cannot be trusted to discover for themselves what they don't know." #personalizedPD#ProDriven#TOSAchathttps://t.co/1Xp9FBBTky
There is so much untapped & suppressed grassroots power in the scores of Ts across the world.
I use a specific method for #masterylearning (@thegridmethod) in my classes & seeing the mastery learning ideas spread like wildfire through coworkers is inspiring! #personalizedpd
A6: This is a hard one for me. To me it has implied that everybody doesn't know everything so it's good to have introductions to a survey of things under certain categories as options to choose. That way Ts can explore further what they're introduced to #personalizedPD
A5) I suggest don’t use the word “expert”. It suggests you know it ALL. Use expertise. It suggests you know A LOT but always willing to learn more. For example, I have expertise in inquiry and #DOK but I am not an expert because I am always learning #personalizedpd
A6 I have only heard the phrase "You don't know what you don't know," from people that can't explain what they want to tell you. Too simple.
The beauty of #personalizedPD is that I am in control of my learning. I DO know what I don't know and I am trying to learn about it!
A5 When Ts begin to see themselves as experts who also still have learning to do the culture of a campus completely changes. When we see people as their potential it's amazing the things that start happening. #personalizedPD
Q6: Your response to Jarod's statement? "...the idea that 'teachers don't know what they don't know' implies that they cannot be trusted to discover for themselves what they don't know." #personalizedPD#ProDriven#TOSAchathttps://t.co/1Xp9FBBTky
No, but I'm OK with that scenario too. I'm suggesting that if an educator doesn't need any of those things on your list, they also need an option to pursue what is on their list. #personalizedPD
Everyone is unique. I'm a big dreamer and not great with follow-through. I work with focused Ts who are deeply committed to depth. We learn from each other. #personalizedPD
Q7: Your response to Jarod's statement? "If we want students to develop a #GrowthMindset & believe they can learning anything, then we need educators who believe the same for themselves." #personalizedPD#ProDriven
A6: I don’t think it’s an issue of trust...it’s the day-to-day grind in the classroom; and then Ts are expected to research what they don’t know or what’s new/fresh...in theory it sounds good, but at the end of the day... #PersonalizedPD
How do you make that change happen? It is the same growth mindset we try to develop in our students- any suggestions for doing the same with the adults we work with? #personalizedPD
Also, a school has schoolwide goals to meet. The staff needs to come together as a school. Whole staff PD should address schoolwide goals, and those goals should be formative & lasting #personalizedpd
Right...I'm on a #personalizedPD high but my title allows that space. When I was in the classroom, I had to be more intentional w/ when I allowed myself down the rabbit hole.
In a “perfect world”, all teachers would actively seek out PD they want & would be compensated to receive the PD be it at a conference, from a book they bought, or through a course. The sad truth is much of education has “killed” PD in how we do it #personalizedpd
Q7: Your response to Jarod's statement? "If we want students to develop a #GrowthMindset & believe they can learning anything, then we need educators who believe the same for themselves." #personalizedPD#ProDriven
A5 It's like deciding that students not knowing what they don't know means they cannot benefit from structured inquiry experiences. Plenty of research shows that simply isn't true for students and it's not true for teachers either! #personalizedpd
#personalizedPD A7. absolutely..why only students ,even teachers need role models in their leaders ....setting example is not easy but it must be doneb
Q7: Your response to Jarod's statement? "If we want students to develop a #GrowthMindset & believe they can learning anything, then we need educators who believe the same for themselves." #personalizedPD#ProDriven
...and be given the opportunity to develop it for themselves, because no one is BORN with it. No one receives with with their teaching diploma. It must be built and sharpened. #personalizedPD
Q7: Your response to Jarod's statement? "If we want students to develop a #GrowthMindset & believe they can learning anything, then we need educators who believe the same for themselves." #personalizedPD#ProDriven
I disagree because it allows teachers to celebrate their skills and successes and also acknowledges the great things they do. It also allows them to share their expertise and help others who may be struggling #personalizedpd
#personalizedPD A6...and they won't be open minded enough to try and learn either?? Who is capping the learning age?? Should we not be life long learners..after all we need to be where we want to take our future generations!!🙏🙏
I think a key word there is formative. The PD experiences should inform next steps, like our formative assessments of students inform next steps in structuring their learning experiences.... (cont) #personalizedPD
A7 Give teachers the opportunity to see the power of owning their own learning. Give it to them and watch them own it and give it to students. #personalizedPD
It's also important to remember that just because we CAN learn something, doesn't mean we WANT to. My #growthmindset is huge if I know it applies to my situation. #personalizedPD
(cont) ... Whole staff PD does not have to look like sit and get PD. What if the entire staff is working on the same concept, but at different levels of rigor? #personalizedPD
A7 I strongly believe what we want to see for Ss in the classroom we have to allow for Ts in PD- voice, choice, autonomy, collaboration, reflection. #personalizedPD
A7 This can be a tough one because we all need help remembering we can still grow. Day to day requirements and issues can make us forget the joy of learning. Remember! #personalizedPD
Exactly. So let's not advocate for more bad PD to further kill the desire to learn. Let's advocate for CHOICE & #personalizedPD done the right way that honors professionals, is individualized, energizing and more.
A8 - For me, accountability is actually more intrinsic than it is extrinsic. I push myself to be the best I can for my Ss & I take pride in the impact I make on my Ss #personalizedPD
The Reflection phase is all about an educator telling their story of how they turned an instructional weakness into a strength. This innately empowers others to do the same and drives intrinsic motivation. #personalizedPD
Exactly!!! We also should differentiate the strategies to achieve the goals & results we want. Too many of us PD people come in saying, “THIS iS THE WAY!” I used to do that. Now I show different ways to make good questions & ask which way works for you. #personalizedpd
A7: I’ve sharedthis thought many times before. We must be willing to model that which we wish to see. #growthmindset for professionals is no different. Let’s all go on this learning journey together! #personalizedPDhttps://t.co/oqq2ooStsZ
Q7: Your response to Jarod's statement? "If we want students to develop a #GrowthMindset & believe they can learning anything, then we need educators who believe the same for themselves." #personalizedPD#ProDriven
As long as the T is honored as the decision-maker. In my role, I've seen Ts shut down great ideas and not share if they think they're going to have to present. #personalizedPD
A8 If you've ever finished something and felt disappointed or let down by the result of your work you've been intrinsically motivated to hold yourself accountable. #personalizedPD
Here’s the thing though. How do we motivate those teachers who don’t want PD be it through a whole staff development, school & district workshop offerings, or even their own? How do we get them to seek their own PD & own it? #personalizedpd
Thanks! I’m always accountable to my team, my admin, my parents & community, but I’m my biggest motivator most days; it’s a definite competitive streak! #personalizedPD
We show up to teach, not out of fear our Sup. will show up knocking on our door, because of our learners. But in traditional forms of PD, the word accountability is used otherwise. #personalizedPD
Thank you @jbretzmann for moderating and co-hosting the chat tonight. Thank you @jbormann3 for allowing us to dig into your new book and the #ProDriven journey we all want to take as part of our #personalizedPD
Do we accept such a response from our students? The behaviors of teachers in a PD are often very similar to the behaviors of students in a class. They are doing other work (grading or planning), they are checking their email, texting, etc. #personalizedpd
