4. Professional Development and Program Evaluation

Whether it’s formal or informal; coaching, training, workshop, course, or conference; professional learning is invaluable in order for teacher pedagogy to be shifted to further engage learners and develop seamless integration of technology-related instruction. ISTE Coaching Standard 4 speaks to instructional coaches supporting teachers with their learning as well as overall program analysis.

Technology coaches conduct needs assessments, develop technology-related professional learning programs, and evaluate the impact on instructional practice and student learning.

@annhayesbell & @liztekkie hosting a #digcit workshop at WLA Learning Local Seattle @CommonSenseEd @edtechsandbox pic.twitter.com/gJFvxP3R7s

— Liz Ebersole (@liztekkie) April 7, 2017

The following indicators are components of ISTE Coaching Standard 4. For each indicator, evidence is presented showing that I possess traits and skills that are beneficial to developing and managing successful professional learning programs.

4a. Conduct needs assessments to inform the content and delivery of technology-related professional learning programs that result in a positive impact on student learning.

4b. Design, develop and implement technology-rich professional learning programs that model principles of adult learning and promote digital age best practices in teaching, learning and assessment.

4c. Evaluate results of professional learning programs to determine the effectiveness on deepening teacher content knowledge, improving teacher pedagogical skills and/or increasing student learning.