The principal goal of professional development is to improve student
performance. The following standards are intended to guide the district
to achieve that end.
Standard 1:
Professional development provides all levels of school and district
staff with skills needed to improve the measurable achievement of all
students in all subject areas.
Standard 2:
The content of professional development is derived from research-based
theories and best practices in curriculum, instruction, and assessment
and is explicitly linked to the district's Ends Policies and Assessments.
Standard 3:
Professional development strategies employ the best practices of adult
learning and teacher education.
Standard 4:
Time, support, and resources are made available by the school and/or
district for professional development.
Standard 5:
Professional development is subject to regular, meaningful evaluation.
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