Wed, Aug 24, 2016 8:24 AM in Science Teachers' Learning: Chapters 8 and 9
Chapter 9 Discussion: Conclusions, recommendations, and directions for research
Please post your thoughts on the following:
1) Of the conclusions listed and discussed, which one would you identify as the most pressing? Please explain why.
2) Since there is an overlap between the three components of the chapter, please address your recommendations and directions for research based on your...
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Wed, Aug 24, 2016 8:09 AM in Science Teachers' Learning: Chapters 8 and 9
Our high school principal has allowed teachers time during the school day to work on collaborative efforts. He has provided coverages, but the teachers are reluctant to miss instructional time. For peer observations, we have offered coverages for the teachers' duty periods. I have heard of some school districts that have embedded PD into the school week. One day a week (or so) the students com...
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Sun, Aug 21, 2016 8:34 PM in Science Teachers' Learning: Chapters 8 and 9
I like how James Blake led two separate discussions for each chapter. Imitation is the most sincere form of flattery. We will start with Chapter 8, and we will discuss Chapter 9 later in the week.
Chapter 8: Creating a supportive context for teacher learning
1) The authors indicate that the following are to be considered: professional capacity, coherent instructional guidance, leadership, ...
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