Professional Development Plan
The purpose of this project is to devise a plan, based on research, to provide a standards-based professional development for staff at a selected school. To this end, an analysis of the respective roles of administrators and teachers in implementing a standards-based curriculum and instruction will be followed by recommended strategies to ensure all students successfully meet the established standards. A recommended professional development plan that emphasizes standards-based curriculum and instruction for these educators concludes the project.

Development Effective Performance Development Plans for Administrators and Teachers Today

The ole of Administrators in Implementing Standards-Based Curricula and Instruction.

School administrators have been compared to a company's leadership in that they are both change agents and human resource managers; although administrators have functional areas of expertise, they must achieve their goals through people in their school systems. According to London (1995), "A central element of their jobs is managing change through people in…...

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Barney, H., Cordes, J., Darilek, H., Doolittle, F., Kirby, S.N., Mccombs, J.S., & Naftel, S.

(2004). Reforming teacher education: A first year progress report on teachers for a new era. Santa Monica, CA: Rand.

Bay, J.M., Reys, B.J., & Reys, R.E. (1999, March). Top 10 elements that must be in place to implement standards-based mathematics curricula. Phi Delta Kappan, 80(7), 503.

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These elements can include different principles, skills, attitudes, concepts, and generalizations (Hall, 2002). Using a semester-long project for the students helps weave together elements and materials to support the instructional content. Looking at a long-term project that allows students to pull together skills from different areas would allow this type of differentiation. This project would depend upon the content of the curriculum, so it is going to vary by school group.
Student interest- Middle of second semester

One of the tricky things about working with children is that they are very changeable. Something that a student found interesting at the beginning of the year may be boring or "babyish" by the end of the year. Therefore, sometime before the traditional "spring break" it is important for a teacher to reassess student interests, because the end of the school year can prove distracting to students, and it important to make sure that…...

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References

Hall, T. (2002). Differentiated instruction: Effective classroom practices report. Washington,

D.C.: National Center on Assessing the General Curriculum.

Shalaway, L. (2011). Our easy guide to setting up your grade K5 classroom. Retrieved January

10, 2012 from Scholastic website:  http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/article/our-easy-guide-setting-your-grade-kx965-classroom

ascd.org/about-ascd.aspx). The organization hosts a variety of professional development seminars and workshops, including online offerings. It would be useful to take advantage of these opportunities.
5. Evaluating Progress

I want to keep a teaching journal of my first few years so I can reflect on what I have done and what progress I have made as a teacher. I want to be sure to identify where I am making the same mistakes and what I am doing well. Shalaway (n.d.) cites a Michigan State study in which researchers found that teachers who kept journals "reported that they learned a great deal about their thinking and teaching" (http://www2.scholastic.com / browse/article .jsp?id=3749717).

I also want to be part of a teaching community that is open enough to tell me where I can improve and what steps I can take toward improvement. I can stay motivated in working toward my goals, in part, by surrounding myself…...

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References

Bureau of Education and Research. (n.d.) Retrieved from   / about/index.cfmhttp://www.ber.org 

Gehrke, N. (1991). Developing teachers' leadership skills. ERIC digest. Retrieved from  http://www.ericdigests.org/pre-9219/skills.htm 

L'Allier, S., Elish-Piper, L., & Bean, R.M. (2010). What matters for elementary literacy ndent forcoaching? Guilding principles for instructional improvement and student achievement. The Reading Teacher, 63(7), 544-554. doi: 10.1598/RT.63.7.2

Mahaffey, D., Lind, K., & Derse, L. (2005) Professional development plan: Educator toolkit. Retrieved from the State of Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction website:  http://dpi.state.wi.us/tepdl/pdf/pdpeducatortoolkit.pdf

Professional Development Plan
Personal Professional Development Plan

In the future, I would like to be a teacher that is known for the ability to manage classroom behaviors effectively. I would like be able to develop close relationships with the students, yet maintain a certain level of respect from them. In order to be that kind of teacher, careful classroom planning will be essential. I want to be able to encourage students using positive methods and praise. I would like my classroom to be fun and focused on the task. I want my classroom to be the one that kids love to come to because the focus is on them and what helps them to learn effectively.

My classroom will be a hands-on class where every child is encouraged to try new things and have new experiences. In order to become that type of teacher, I will have to become versed in a wide…...

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References

National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET). Behavior Management Series. Retrieved from  http://www.naset.org/2523.0.html 

Oliver, R. & Reschly, D. (2007). Effective Classroom Management: Teacher Preparation and Professional Development. National Comprehensive Center For Teacher Quality. December 2007. Retrieved from http://www.tqsource.org/topics/effectiveClassroomManagement.pdf

A professional development plan (PDP) is delineated as an official way in which a person sets out the goals and objectives, approaches, tactics, and results of learning and training. What is more, this is in placement and orientation with the professional programme of study and is more often than not created to satisfy requirements from supervisory or statutory entities around ongoing professional development and re-substantiation to sustain a warrant to practice, remain on a professional catalogue and make evident professional position. In other words, a professional development plan outlines the objectives, necessitates skill and proficiency development, and goals that an individual will necessitate to achieve and realize so as to support incessant enhancement and career development. The main objective of this professional development plan will be to conduct a reflection upon the experiences felt since the creation of professional development goals. The PDP will further develop these goals, by delineating…...

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References

Gouseti, A. (2017). Exploring doctoral students’ use of digital technologies: what do they use them for and why?. Educational Review, 69(5), 638-654.

Rockinson-Szapkiw, A. J., Heuvelman-Hutchinson, L., & Spaulding, L. (2014). Connecting Online: Can Social Networking and Other Technology Support Doctoral Connectedness?. Journal of University Teaching and Learning Practice, 11(3), 4.

Rohde, R. E. (2013). 10 tips to finishing your PhD faster: What they don’t always tell you before you sign up for graduate school. Elsevier. Retrieved from:

https://www.elsevier.com/connect/10-tips-to-finishing-your-phd-faster

Hence, students love the idea of deciding the type of work they will showcase. The teacher should encourage them to keep work that demonstrates their level of progression within a given time period. This reveals diverse and special needs of students, as well as talents. It is important for them to feel comfortable with this process and to feel ownership for their own work. Furthermore, teachers should highly regard the assessment piece, which becomes a part of daily instruction. Students reflect on their capabilities, their understanding of the material, plus it aids in their personal development. This is a true moral and self-esteem booster!
b. Invite outside speakers and plan field trips to pique student interest - Guest speakers offer different perspectives on topics and are often much better equipped to talk about how things happen and work in the professional world for which the students are preparing (Wolfe, n.d.).

However,…...

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References

Helding, L. (2009). Howard gardner's theory of multiple intelligences. Journal of Singing, 66(2), 193-199.

Lipton, L., and Hubble, D. (2008). More than 100 ways to learner-centered literacy. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Press

Patton, J.E., Snell, J., Knight, W., Willis, R., & Gerken, K. (2001) a survey study of elementary classroom seating designs. (ERIC Document 454-194).

PCI Education. (n.d.). Alternative textbooks. Retrieved from http://www.pcieducation.com/alt/default.aspx

Professional Development Plan
Developing a professional development plan is very crucial to my professional goals. My professional development plan presents my attitudes, skills and behaviors towards achieving my professional career. The objective of this assignment is to develop my professional development plan related to my choice course and personal goals.

Professional and Education Background

My name is Judith Ngulefac and I reside in Parkway, Atlanta. I completed my high school diploma at Saint Augustine's College in Cameroon and my core subjects were Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. I proceeded with my education in the State School of Nursing in Cameroon where I had 3-year of intensive education in practical and clinical nursing. Afterwards, I proceeded with my education and completed my first degree program at Grand Canyon University at Arizona. The program consisted of a 14-Month N --BSN track program and I finished the program with a GPA of 3.8.

My accumulated professional experience will…...

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Reference

Bates, D. W. (2010). Getting in step: Electronic health records and their role in care coordination. Journal of General Internal Medicine, 25(3), 174-176.

Walden University (2015). Program of Study Form Master of Science in Nursing. USA.

One of these is both my technical and personal affiliation with nursing. In other words, I love nursing for two reasons: the medicine and the people I work with. I love the way in which the profession has developed to provide people now with the best of medical care possible. Furthermore, I love being able to comfort people in need, including the patients' families. This is also why I believe I would be a good ICU nurse.
The nursing profession is not for everyone. This gives me the feeling that those who work with, together with me, find themselves in the privileged position not only of job security, but also of a particularly strong mental and personal make-up. This of course also translates to life in general. Because I am a good nurse, I am also a blessing to those I come into contact with outside of my immediate work…...

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Brief statement of your philosophy of nursing

Nursing plays an integral role in the daily lives of countless individuals. Nursing as defined by the International Council of Nurses is, "The profession of practice of providing care for the sick and inform." Populations around the world, and in particular Japan, are aging quite rapidly. Baby Boomers, individuals born between 1946 and 1964 are reaching retirement age as they too become older. As this demographic age, they will typically become more prone to sickness or other forms of detrimental illnesses. As such, the importance of nursing in the coming years will be even more profound (1).

It is my belief that I can potentially contribute to the philosophy of providing care to needy individuals. I am very interesting in helping others achieve their health related goals. In accordance with this philosophy, I am preparing myself to become the best care giver and…...

Professional Development Plan Attaining a Master’s degree in Nursing requires a great deal of focus and coordinated effort. It also requires that the student’s personal and professional goals be aligned, as the Master’s degree in Nursing is really the ultimate expression of this alignment: a student whose personal values and aims do not reflect the professional aims represented by the Master’s in Nursing is a student who is likely to be pulled in two different directions at once. Unless the ultimate aims converge, divergence will result—and that is why it is so important that a nursing student reflect upon how his or her personal and professional goals correlate. This paper will serve as a professional development plan: it will give some background on my personal history, my professional accomplishments, my future aspirations, while also identifying my academic interests and my goals for my Walden educational experience.
Personal and Professional Goals
It has always…...

Differentiated instruction offers the possibility for all students to meet their own personal and optimal potential in the learning environment of the classroom.
ILIOGRAPHY

ellai, Mariann (2008) Professional Development Plan. Schenectady City Schools. Online available at: http://www.schenectady.k12.ny.us/ProfessionalDevelopment/ProfDevPlan08.pdf

Corley, Mary Ann (2005) Differentiated Instruction: Adjusting to the Needs of All Learners. Focus on asics Vol. 7 Issue C. March, 2005. National Center for the Study of Adult Learning and Literacy.

Differentiated Instruction (2007) Council for Exceptional Children. News & Issues. Arlington, Virginia. Online available at http://www.cec.sped.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Differentiated_Instruction&Template=/TaggedPage/TaggedPageDisplay.cfm&TPLID=24&ContentID=4695

Empowering Students to Succeed (2007) Title II Professional Development Plan. Dekalb County School System 2006-2007. Online available at: http://www.dekalbk12.org/TitleIIplan.doc

Heacox, D. (2002). Differentiating instruction in the regular classroom: How to reach and teach all learners, grades 3-12. Minneapolis, MN: Free Spirit Publishing.

Moore, etty (2008) Using Assistive Technology, Differentiated Instruction and Professional Learning Teams. CODE Chronicles, Issue No. 1, 2006 November.

Tomlinson, C. (1999). The Differentiated Classroom: Responding to the Needs of…...

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BIBLIOGRAPHY

Bellai, Mariann (2008) Professional Development Plan. Schenectady City Schools. Online available at: http://www.schenectady.k12.ny.us/ProfessionalDevelopment/ProfDevPlan08.pdf

Corley, Mary Ann (2005) Differentiated Instruction: Adjusting to the Needs of All Learners. Focus on Basics Vol. 7 Issue C. March, 2005. National Center for the Study of Adult Learning and Literacy.

Differentiated Instruction (2007) Council for Exceptional Children. News & Issues. Arlington, Virginia. Online available at  http://www.cec.sped.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Differentiated_Instruction&Template=/TaggedPage/TaggedPageDisplay.cfm&TPLID=24&ContentID=4695 

Empowering Students to Succeed (2007) Title II Professional Development Plan. Dekalb County School System 2006-2007. Online available at:  http://www.dekalbk12.org/TitleIIplan.doc

Vision and Interests
Personal VALUES

Influencing FACTORS

Responsibilities

• Providing holistic, safe, and patient-centered care.

• Providing individualized attention to patients when delivering care.

Commitment

• Model positive healthy behaviors.

• Maintain current knowledge and skills while engaging in self-enhancement through continuous learning.

• Uphold personal and professional standards of practice at all times during nursing practice.

Personal Experience

• I have previously cared for a sick family member before joining the nursing career. This influenced my choice to pursue a career in nursing.

Family Member(s)

• The family member I cared for influenced my decision to pursue a career in the nursing field.

Friends and Peers

• Most of my friends and peers are in the nursing field and have encouraged me to pursue a career in this field.

Mentors

Work-Related

OPTIONS to Consider

PLANNED Accomplishments

Education

• I will engage in continuous education to enhance my competence and skills in nursing.

Financial Needs

• Tuition fees and other expenses in pursuing continuous education.

Balancing Personal & Professional Life

• The demands of nursing…...

Instructional leadership and professional development are some of the most important components towards enhancing the effectiveness of teachers with regards to learning outcomes and achievement of the required educational standards. This is primarily because instructional leadership and professional development are focused on student learning and achievement. School districts are increasingly recognizing the need to promote instructional leadership and professional development of educators in order to enhance student learning and achievement. Paterson Public School considers instructional leadership and professional development as the basic vehicles for generating the desired change in teaching practice, which in turn helps in enhancing learning outcomes and student achievement. As a result, the school utilizes several measures for conducting needs assessment in relation to instructional leadership and professional development. This paper examines the evaluation instruments utilized by Paterson Public School for needs assessment on instructional leadership and professional development. Evaluation Instruments at Paterson Public School

Paterson Public School is…...

Professional development is a key component for the growth of all education professionals.
In the reflective paper, the author reviews information updates from the i.gov website that reviews department specifications for teacher training in the special education sector. This includes the pertinent regulations that provide funding for activities such as Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs). It also lays out the regulations regarding format and implementation of the FBAs, including such issues of legitimacy as parent participation in the evaluation and intervention process.

In this essay, the author will review a complete assessment and reflect upon the information gained, including what tools were used, what each tool does provide in terms of programming for a student with special needs. e will see how the regulations are affected by the information in the instructional planning (including FBA and BIPs) and how these affect the student with special needs.

In this essay,…...

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Works Cited

Dpi.wi.gov, State of Wisconsin. (2011). Standards and directions for assessing compliance. Retrieved from State of Wisconsin website:  http://dpi.wi.gov /sped/pdf/sa-stand-dir.pdf.

Title ii, part a -- teacher and principal training and recruiting. (2006, May 15). Retrieved from

Professional Development in the Nursing Field
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Describe the nurse leader's role as advocate for the nursing profession

As the nursing profession advocate, the nurse leader will ensure that there is unity amongst the nurses within the health care facility. This unity will allow the nurses to work together and share responsibilities. With unity, the nurses can be able to coordinate and advice one another, and this would improve the quality of health care provided Dall'Alba & Sandberg, 2006.

The nurse leader will also advocate for better working hours for the nurses. Nurses work long hours and fatigue can affect the quality of service they provide. The nurse leader will come up with duty rosters that are considerate of the nurses working hours. The nurse leader can also advocate for the nurses specialization. With each nurse having specialized in a specific field, the nurse leader can push for the nurse to be based…...

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References

Dall'Alba, G., & Sandberg, J. (2006). Unveiling Professional Development: A Critical Review of Stage Models. Review of Educational Research, 76(3), 383-412.

Webster-Wright, A. (2009). Reframing Professional Development through Understanding Authentic Professional Learning. Review of Educational Research, 79(2), 702-739.