2 0 1 4 H I G H S C H O O L R E S U LT S

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH NEEDS ASSESSMENT

18%

53%

30%

1. Please select all statements that are true about your preferred professional learning experiences:

Large GroupsSmall GroupsOn My Own

46%

30%

24%

2. Please select all statements that are true about your preferred professional learning experiences:

Face-to-face SettingsOnline SettingsCombine Face-to-face and Online

47%

53%

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

3

17

16

9

4. Curriculum Development Process

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

5

16

0

6

5. Learn about research-based programs relevant to my subject area

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

5

19

16

5

6. Articulate curriculum for vertical alignment

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

11

14

15

5

7. Components of Understanding by Design (UbD)

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

9

10

20

6

8. How to evaluate online and digital content

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

13

22

7

3

9. Applying brain theory and learning when planning instruction

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

12

15 15

3

10. Using curriculum compacting to provide in-structional enrichment

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

3

10

20

12

11. Specially designed instructional and evaluation materials

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

22

15

5

3

12. Blended Learning (McCyber Teacher Academy)

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

3

8

21

13

13. Designing lessons that incorporate all learning styles (Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic, and Tactile)

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

1

7

22

15

14. Student motivation

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

2

11

18

14

15. Effective differentiation of instruction

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

1

8

24

12

16. Identifying the differences between modifications and accommodations

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

0

4

19

22

17. Improving classroom management

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

2

8

21

14

18. Constructing and improving common assessments

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

2

11

21

11

19. Developing authentic assessments (real-life situ-ations)

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

6

13

20

6

20. Using data to inform instructional and curricular decisions

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

15

8

15

7

21. Administering First Aid/CPR/AED

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

1

8

19

17

22. Engaging parents and guardians in the school process through teacher-initiated communication

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

1

16 16

12

23. Implementing effective positive behavior support plans or behavior contracts.

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

4

17

19

5

24. Developing technology-enhanced assessments that demonstrate student learning

Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension Phase

2

17

21

5

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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2

9

13

4

14

4

20

1

5

13

19

5

15

7

17

22

1211

17

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:

16%

56%

20%

9%

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

11%

60%

9%

20%

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

13%

58%

9%

20%

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

20%

60%

16%

4%

30. The use of technology is evident in my school's pro-fessional learning.

Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know

4%

44%

33%

18%

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

36%

53%

9%2%

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

16%

58%

18%

4%4%

33. My professional learning this school year is connected to previous professional learning.

Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know

16%

56%

13%

2%

13%

34. Professional learning in my school contributes to increased student achievement.

Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know

9%

62%

20%

9%

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