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Announcing Professional Developmet Portfolio Project
Sample Invitation 2
What is it? …
a state funded project to design a model for professional development
portfolios documenting teacher and administrator growth.
Who can participate? …15-20 teachers and administrators
What will participants
do? …develop a professional development plan collaborate with other
participants
design your own portfolio investigate ways technology can support student
learning.
What are the
benefits? …share with and learn from others
collaborate with other educators
plan for and assess your own learning
learn about the latest technologies
learn about best practices in instruction and assessment
access materials, resources, and workshop opportunities
purchase $300 technology when project is completed
What if I have
questions? …brief informational session on
How do I sign up? …complete and submit application form on reverse side to
Come Learn With Us
Professional Development Portfolio Project Expectations and Benefits
What are participants expected
to do?
As a participant you are expected to:
- attend meetings;
- collaborate with colleagues;
- participate in activities;
- focus on technology to
support student learning and your own learning;
- address standards;
- reflect on student learning
and your own professional growth;
- set goals, develop strategies,
and document the process and attainment of goals;
- have fun exploring technologies
and learning; and
- create and submit a portfolio that documents student learning and your professional growth.
Are there any benefits for participants?
As a participant you will have the opportunity to:
- share successes and concerns
with colleagues;
- share and receive tips,
ideas, strategies, and advice from others;
- have time to explore technology
uses;
- receive anytime, "just-in-time"
technology and/or instructional coaching;
- get a "jump start"
on the new teacher certification process by learning how to design and
develop a professional portfolio that helps you as a educator;
- have the option to register
for 3 hours of graduate credit from IUSB;
- receive professional books,
articles, and links to online resources; and
- receive $300 of technology hardware or software after you submit your portfolio.
How do I apply for participation?
All you need to do to apply for participation in this project is complete
and submit an application to
Name _________________________________
School ________________________________
Grade/Subject __________________________
Years Experience ______
Gender M F (circle one)
Why are you interested in participating in this pilot project?
What knowledge, skills, abilities would you bring to this project?
Briefly describe your leadership experience.
Briefly describe your experience with innovative initiatives or best practices in curriculum, instruction, or assessment.
Please complete and return to