Professional development definition

Professional development means training programs for

Professional development means a coordinated set of planned, learning development activities for teachers that are based on research, are standards-based and that meet the focus areas for professional development required by the Department.

Professional development means a combination of focused, in-depth learning, practice, feedback, reflection, and expert support experiences designed to change participants' attitudes, insights, and/or perspectives; and ultimately results in improved professional practice. Effective professional development programs include ample opportunities for knowledge acquisition, skill mastery, descriptive feedback, and refinement of practice in the work setting.

Professional development means the continuous pursuit of essential knowledge and skills to develop or enhance generally accepted competencies in the early care and education and school-age care field.

Professional development means training and education designed to improve and increase the abilities of staff members.

Professional development means attendance at classes, seminars, workshops, conferences or forums, and participation in distance learning activities that improve one's knowledge, skills and abilities;

Professional development means a systemic process by which educators increase knowledge, skills, and abilities to meet professional and organizational goals that build capacity within the individual, organization, and education system for the purpose of ensuring success for all students.

Professional development means continuous learning that is based on individual needs and meets both of the following criteria:

Professional development means training to increase skills related to the occupation of education.

Professional development means a variety of specialized training, formal education, or advanced professional learning intended to help administrators, teachers, and other educators improve their professional knowledge, competence, skill, and effectiveness.