In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” we sit down with Mike Lawrence and Dr. Sam Patterson to talk about the State of Professional Learning. Together, we take on the topic of Innovative Professional Development and share our thoughts about how we can create a culture of learning in our school districts that encourage teachers to think outside of the box.

In this episode, we discuss:

The state of Professional Development in 2018How are we personalizing Professional Learning?
Voting with your Feet …
The audience becomes the presenter
Should teachers be seeking out of district Professional Development?
Professional Learning vs Professional Development
What defines innovation in 2018?
Something you do that is different
What does Innovative Professional Development look like?
STEAMPunk Professional Learning from CUE
Is Innovation and School Culture connected? (how?)
As a Tech Coach, what can we do to encourage teachers to continue their professional learning?
Where can Tech Coaches and Professional Development providers turn to for innovative ideas?
California Student Media Festival – free to enter, free to attend – mediafestival.org
New role at PowerSchool – Senior Director, Educator Engagement (focusing on: User Groups, Academic Advisory Board and Policy Efforts – just started!

 


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