Post on 24-Jun-2015
2 0 1 4 M I D D L E S C H O O L R E S U LT S
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH NEEDS ASSESSMENT
27%
46%
27%
1. Please select all statements that are true about your preferred professional learning experiences:
Large GroupsSmall GroupsOn My Own
43%
32%
25%
2. Please select all statements that are true about your preferred professional learning experiences:
Face-to-face SettingsOnline SettingsCombine Face-to-face and Online
41%
59%
3. Please select all statements that are true about your preferred professional learning experiences:
From my peersFrom people employed outside the school district
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
1
7
13 13
4. Curriculum Development Process
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
3
11
0
7
5. Learn about research-based programs relevant to my subject area
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
1
14
11
8
6. Articulate curriculum for vertical alignment
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
7
10
13
4
7. Components of Understanding by Design (UbD)
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
6
13
8
7
8. How to evaluate online and digital content
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
7
6
16
5
9. Applying brain theory and learning when planning instruction
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
3
11 11
9
10. Using curriculum compacting to provide in-structional enrichment
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
0
6
9
19
11. Specially designed instructional and evaluation materials
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
24
7
2
1
12. Blended Learning (McCyber Teacher Academy)
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
0
4
13
17
13. Designing lessons that incorporate all learning styles (Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic, and Tactile)
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
0
3
16
15
14. Student motivation
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
0
6
13
15
15. Effective differentiation of instruction
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
0
4
9
21
16. Identifying the differences between modifications and accommodations
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
0
3
4
27
17. Improving classroom management
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
2
6
9
17
18. Constructing and improving common assessments
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
2
10
12
10
19. Developing authentic assessments (real-life situ-ations)
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
3
6
14
11
20. Using data to inform instructional and curricular decisions
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
9 9
10
6
21. Administering First Aid/CPR/AED
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
2
6
14
12
22. Engaging parents and guardians in the school process through teacher-initiated communication
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
5
8
10
11
23. Implementing effective positive behavior support plans or behavior contracts.
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
6
14
10
4
24. Developing technology-enhanced assessments that demonstrate student learning
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase
7
13
11
3
25. Developing strategies to incorporate student-fo-cused technology into lessons (not the frequency of use, but the quality of application and level of appropriate-
ness).
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Build
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prof
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ps w
ith st
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ts
Concu
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ns
Creat
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a sa
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earn
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Objec
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Team
Bui
ldin
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2
11
7
9
76
12
4
67
19
7
13
5
1514
11
8
16
26. The Act 48+ Committee identified the following pro-fessional devleopment topics in addition to the ones
previously listed. Please select the ones that you feel would help you develop as a professional learner:
29%
65%
3% 3%
27. My school's professional learning is structured for teachers to engage in the continuous improvement cy-cle (i.e. data analysis, planning, implementation, re-
flection, and evaluation).
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know
38%
53%
3%6%
28. My school uses a variety of student achievement data to plan professional learning that focuses on school
improvement.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know
29%
53%
9%
9%
29. A variety of data are used to assess the effec-tiveness of my school's professional learning.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know
29%
65%
3% 3%
30. The use of technology is evident in my school's pro-fessional learning.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know
15%
44%
24%
6%
12%
31. In my school, participation in online professional learning opportunities is considered as a way to connect with colleagues and to learn from experts in education.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know
56%
44%
32. A primary goal for professional learning in my school is to enhance teaching practices to improve
student performance.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know
12%
82%
6%
33. My professional learning this school year is connected to previous professional learning.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know
29%
65%
6%
34. Professional learning in my school contributes to increased student achievement.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know
18%
76%
3% 3%
35. In my school, professional learning supports teachers to develop new learning and then to expand
and deepen that learning over time.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know