Does your district or school implement blended professional development (PD)? A growing number of districts and schools are enhancing their PD with by offering a mix of face-to-face and virtual learning opportunities, such as:
Typical Face-to-Face and Virtual Learning Activities
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This example illustrates blended PD in action. Teachers deepen their knowledge of integrating technology into the writing process. They engage in a variety of online activities before and after their face-to-face team meetings. The sequence of activities builds on one another. These learning opportunities are ongoing, job embedded, student-focused, interactive, and collaborative.
PowerUp Your Professional Development offers vetted tools, guidelines, and resources to strengthen the face-to-face and online activities. Find:
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