Elizabeth Orlandi
NSTA Middle Level Science Committee
MD

I like your ideas, Brian. A list of local PD providers would be very helpful and would also encourage more collaboration within the greater community. I understand the hesitancy of the teachers to miss instructional time. However, days when the students come late could be used very productively for either formal PD or DIY. This time would be an ideal time to try out new technology or web sites, ...

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Creating a Supportive Context for Teacher Learning Thank you for the thought-provoking questions, Brian. 1.a.) While all of the constraints on teacher learning described in chapter 8 are important to consider, the issue of lack of time was the most challenging for me as a middle school science teacher. Once the school year begins, there is very little time to engage in professional development. ...

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Thank you, Eric, for helping to guide our discussion of Science Teacher's Learning. I am a former research scientist who made the transition to the classroom several years ago. I am currently a member of the NSTA's Middle Level Science Teaching Committee. I have been asked to create PD opportunities for teachers in my district this fall, so this book study comes at a perfect time. My hope is...

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