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Professional Development, 2004.
An analysis of various models used for the evaluation of professional development.
1,699 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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This paper discusses professional development, explaining it as an extensive term that can apply to a range of education, training and opportunities for development. The paper applies the term to a wide range of activities that have the general aim of enhancing the knowledge and skills of staff and volunteers. Various models useful for evaluation are described in the paper. These are: Kirkpatrick Evaluation Model, Guskey's Critical Levels of Professional Development Evaluation Model, Joellen Killion Evaluation Model, Bruce Joyce and Beverly Showers Evaluation Model and Mosaic Approach & Shinohara Evaluation Model.
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Introduction
Kirkpatrick Evaluation Model
Guskey's Critical Levels of Professional Development Evaluation Model
Joellen Killion Evaluation Model
Bruce Joyce and Beverly Showers Evaluation Model
Mosaic Approach & Shinohara Evaluation Model
References
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"Professional development refers to the sequence of getting the aptitude required so as to develop one's profession. (Professional Development) The eventual value of professional development is the main role it plays in the enhancement of student learning. This means that educators must provide interest to the results of professional development on the output of jobs, efficiency of organization, and the success of entire students. Each professional development activity should be convoyed by a perfectly-designed assessment plan for finding its efficiency. Professional development programs must be analyzed to understand their value to the school, teachers, and finally the students. Assessment of a professional development program has two important objectives: to enhance the quality of the program, and to find its complete effectiveness. "
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Professional Development of Teachers, 2005.
This paper discusses professional development for teachers of mathematics.
2,805 words (approx. 11.2 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 83.95
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This paper explains that professional development is an opportunity for existing teachers already in schools to learn new teaching methods thus making them and their programs more effective. The author points out that utilizing outdated or ineffective teaching techniques or an inadequate knowledge of basic technological advances is completely unacceptable in the realm of teaching mathematics because a good knowledge of mathematics is important to all aspects of students' lives. The paper describes two models of professional development programs: (1) CATIE Mentoring Program, which is an extremely successful process for instituting technology into the realm of mathematics teaching and (2) School-within-a-School Model, developed in Canada, which is a project-based learning process strongly supported by the entire school system.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Importance
Good Teachers
Models of Professional Development
Model 1
Model 2
Conclusion
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"The program also incorporates parents who pay for students' laptop computers and a local university as a pre-service for the teachers. The program consists of bi-monthly half-day meetings conducted within the participating schools and there they review issues, concerns and topics such as cooperative learning, curriculum integration. The program also has a very effective community model that helps teachers utilize more social and culturally aware notions in the classroom. This helps the teachers teach at a level that is adequate for the various learning levels with in the classrooms."
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Continuous Professional Development, 2007.
An analysis of the arguments for and against continuous professional development among psychologists.
2,071 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 23 sources, MLA, $ 65.95
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This paper discusses the need for continuing professional development (CPD) among psychologists. The paper discusses the differing CPD requirements for psychologists in various countries and compares and contrasts these differences. The paper then discusses the arguments for and against CPD, including financial issues and adherence to theories learned.
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"Regularly undertaking CPD activity of an appropriate type and quality should keep them safe to practice and fit for purpose throughout their careers. No matter where someone is on the hierarchy, whether they have just qualified or have been qualified for 30 years, CPD is just as important, every professional needs to ensure that they are fit for purpose, safe to practice and up to date throughout their careers, QAA, (2003)"
"The majority of Psychologists know that their continuing professional development is important. But for some, when they hear the phrase 'continuing professional development' this is met by a yawn and an attempt to tot up the number of hours spent on activities which could count as CPD along with worries about where they will find the time to pursue CPD activities, APS (2006)."
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Professional Development/Innovative Change, 2008.
An examination of education plans for teachers and persons involved in the field of education.
1,349 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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The paper discusses a school's professional development and continuing education plan for educators and compares the professional development plan with other schools. It also evaluates the original plan in terms of its scope, its accessibility, its relevance to teachers and to staff, and its use of professional resources. The paper includes an educational initiative and evaluates its success as an "innovative change" specific to the original school district's professional development plan. The paper finally concedes that there is always room for improvement.
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" With regards to relevance, Long Beach is clearly in the ascendancy. Compared to Philadelphia's rather generic approach, the LBUST specifically lists a host of programs aimed at teachers teaching specific subjects - "The Content Institutes;" the "Math Institute;" and the program called, "Basic Literacy Training," being chief among them (Long Beach Unified School District, 2007). Turning to the use of professional resources, the LBUST is not quite as explicit as Philadelphia seems to be when it comes to how monies will be allocated or resources will be used (for more, please see School District of Philadelphia, n.d.). Nonetheless, Long Beach is still the best of the three programs discussed above because of its attention to programmatic detail."
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Professional Development Plan, 2007.
A point-by-point analysis of the importance of good communication for school leaders.
1,683 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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This paper is written largely in point form, with checklists and lists of instructions. The paper aims to give communication instructions and a professional development plan for a school leader. The paper discusses the importance of communication among the school administration and staff (teachers) for the effective running of a successful school where education is a high priority.
Table of Contents:
Four Points Which are Relevant to the School Leader
Assessment Instrument
Building Relationships of Trust
Active Listening
Emphatic Listening Practice
Speaker
Listener
The Listener's Checklist
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"It was interesting to see how people value communication. The people that know they are good communicators are not afraid and handle themselves and others with confidence. They are also the type of people that are willing to work to make a change or improve themselves to become better communicators and better leaders. Their willingness to try to improve and their confidence are possible reasons they are in positions of leadership. They are 'doers', not 'go with the flow' people. It was interesting to see the reaction of those that were considered to be poor communicators. Some of these individuals were in a bit of denial and were not open to the idea of improving their skills. For some, however, it was quite an eye opener and they came to the realization that in order to be successful among their peers they will need to work on their communication skills."
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Professional Development Plan, 2004.
An analysis of a teaching staff development plan to encourage greater student achievement and facilitate the active engagement of students by fulfilling the mission statement of the school.
1,460 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 48.95
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This paper presents a staff development plan to be implemented with all levels of teaching staff. The paper explains the mission of this particular school district to promote high academic achievement, build character, and foster creativity. The paper describes how, in order to accomplish this mission, teachers new, established, and veteran alike, participate in ongoing educational activities geared toward curriculum development, team building, technology education, and independent learning.
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"As part of the staff development program, teachers may choose what they desire to learn on a continuing basis, as long as it links to the school districts mission. The individual, the school and the school district should be intimately tied together and work in a collaborative manner to achieve the best possible outcome for all students. Learning will occur through a collaborative effort where teachers, administrators, staff and HR personnel work together to determine individual needs and group needs. Assessments will be carried out as part of the development plan prior to and after all development/training sessions to ensure that teachers are meeting their goals and organizational goals as a whole."
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School Wide Profession Development Program, 2004.
Describes a school wide professional development program that covers four important areas.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 0 sources, APA, $ 39.95
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This paper describes four areas of a school wide professional development program: instruction, curriculum, organizational effectiveness and standardized testing. The paper explains how schools can improve their capacity to cater to student learning needs.
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"The school wide professional development program that is described in this paper addresses four inter-related areas: instruction, curriculum, organizational effectiveness and standardized testing. Using the following components- planning, implementation and dissemination - as an organizing framework, this paper will clearly define how schools can improve their capacity to cater to student learning needs. In the planning stages of the professional development program, the school leadership team that consists of members from the administration and the teaching staff should conduct periodic needs assessments of the students teachers..."
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Personal and Professional Growth, 2004.
This paper discusses that an individual can engage in continuous personal and professional self-development if she or he has a philosophical outlook that facilitates learning, critical thinking, motivation, and the setting of goals.
755 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 34 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
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This paper explains that a philosophy, which believes life is a learning experience, plays a pivotal role in an individual being able to engage continuously in self-development and growth, both personally and professionally. The author points out that motivation needs to be accompanied by conscious goal-setting if it is to lead to constructive personal and professional growth. The paper relates that, since an individual?s level of motivation also depends on external factors, it is important for a ?super leader? to focus on facilitating internal change and an environment that encourages achievement.
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"In addition, it is important to bear in mind that the socicultural approach sees cognitive activity and motivation as socially constructed. This implies that while a cognitive approach to motivation can be used in determining an individual?s self-regulated behavior, any leader who wishes to positively influence others, would necessarily have to also apply the understanding that motivation hinges on social negotiation and distribution as well. This implies that it is necessary to work with others? views, needs, desires and contexts, and consider these when attempting to encourage them."
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Teaching Literacy, 2007.
This paper is a research proposal, including an extensive literature review, to evaluate the professional development training for teachers of literacy education in a rural school.
10,075 words (approx. 40.3 pages), 29 sources, APA, $ 203.95
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This paper explains that effective and continuing professional development for teachers is critical to successful student literacy programs in elementary schools. The author points out that the ability to measure the results of professional development programs and activities designed to improve student literacy achievement is a challenging task. The paper states that the proposed study uses an evaluative research methodology to determine the worth of the product, procedure, program or curriculum, which has been put into place for literacy teaching in rural schools.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Nature and Significance of the Problem
Literature Review
What Makes an Effective Teacher?
High Expectations
Knowledge
Instructional Knowledge
Classroom Management
Commitment
Motivations and Intensive Interactions as Part of the Teacher's Responsibility
The Interventions
Challenges Facing the Teachers
School Reforms
Assessing the Impact of Professional Development
Research Proposal Objectives
Research Questions
Methodology
Research Instruments
Summary
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"In terms of organization, rules and procedures should be developed in conjunction with teaching strategies that help students meet their personal and academic needs. Meanwhile, effective communication is the foundation for good classroom management. Communication skills can be divided into two categories: sending skills (used when speaking to someone) and receiving (techniques for becoming a more effective listener). To successfully communicate, a teacher must learn to do some suggested methods."
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Urban Development, 2005.
This paper discusses that the development of the city has been a combination of both laissez-faire and planned forces.
2,330 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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This paper explains that the relationship between laissez-faire city building and professional city planning is a complex one to examine because city planning is influenced by a combination of sporadic growth and the meticulous planning of professional developers, political leaders and outside forces. The author points out that the most obvious causes of laissez-faire urban growth are sudden bursts of economic culture and political posturing; however, even these cities, experiencing random growth, have been carefully planned or they would not have been able to accommodate the population bursts associated with the history of cities. The paper relates that San Diego is an example of an urban area, which was developed over time without the sporadic growth of industrial centers to conflict with its overall planning; although it is eight times its size since the 1900s, because the development of the city has been slow, urban planners and architects have been able to design it to be the optimum example of modern city growth.
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"The growth of ancient cities into modern ones entails many chance and random coincidences. The fact that London and Paris has stood as such cultural and economic powerhouses is due in a large part to their status as capitols of major countries, whereas other cities such as Sussex have fallen into relative minority status even though they were once also giants of industrial growth. The concept of city growth is in line with a familiar concept of economic change, therefore when cities suddenly experience an influx of immigration due to industrial growth, city planners are more concerned with accommodating the new residents with space rather than thinking of the future convenience of roads and congestion. Thus in many of these ancient cities that have been modernized in the current era, living conditions are poor and traffic congestion has become an enormous problem".
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Professional Associations, 2008.
This paper analyzes the role of the Royal Institute of Chartered
Surveyors (RICS) as a professional association.
2,696 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 80.95
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The paper explores the function of professional associations and shows how they establish a baseline of expectations, training and industry skill-sets upon which companies can rely on to establish the competency levels of their workforce. The paper focuses on the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), a leading professional association in the property and construction industry globally. The paper discusses how the role of RICS and other professional organizations has expanded greatly from their original function as more of a social organization for professionals to a more encompassing function with deeper economic ramifications.
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Overview
Target Association
Professional Development
The Construction Workplace
Conclusion
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"The role of professional associations within the contemporary business environment and global economy has grown over the last several decades. While in the past professional associations have served to augment professional licensing services as well as to provide professional licensing services, they were often marginalized at the periphery of the particular industry with which they were associated. Bennett describes professional associations as, "collective bodies that are intermediary between individual business action and state action...they are one of a number of organizations that may influence the development of individual businesses and the wider competitiveness of a nation"(244). Viewed in this manner, the role of professional organizations is much more expansive than that of merely a supporting role to industry in general or a licensing body that contributes professional competencies to an industry."
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Career Development, 2005.
This paper discusses career support programs for the disadvantaged sectors of society.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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The paper identifies the key issues related to welfare reform and discusses the influence of career and professional development on those from disadvantaged backgrounds. The paper explains that there are many conflicts amongst this government-sponsored system. The paper also points out that there is the desire of individuals to escape these circumstances, which creates many challenges for growth and advancement in society.
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"One of the primary tasks of individuals in modern society is to provide support for those in need and for those that possess intelligence and a strong desire to advance their own careers. It is anticipated that in the process of career development, many individuals from disadvantaged environments will not be able to experience the benefits of career support programs that are offered by many organizations. Therefore, these individuals will become increasingly dependent upon low-paying jobs and even the welfare system as a means of survival. Many programs are offered by a number of organizations that provide assistance to individuals in order to avoid these circumstances altogether. The following discussion will identify the primary objectives and considerations regarding a proposed organizational perspective and its relationship to a general sociological perspective."
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Correlation Between Staff Development and Student Performance, 2004.
Review and analysis of a report about the connection between the quality of the teacher and the academic success of the students, entitled "What Matters Most: Teaching for America's Future".
4,316 words (approx. 17.3 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 114.95
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This paper takes a thorough look at a report put out by the National Commission on Teaching and America?s Future, which found that the more educated, prepared, and confident a teacher can be when entering the classroom, the more the students will benefit. The paper looks at the questions raised and answered in the report by looking at variety of factors including state standards for staff development, progressive trends in staff development, and recommended guidelines for professional development programs. Graphs, tables, and statistics pertaining to the report are generously provided.
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"Some states, as evidenced by the earlier tables, are implementing changes. However, the majority of states are maintaining the status quo, which consists of professional development being conducted as a course or workshop that is available to teachers multiple times during the course of a year. Yet others release students for a half or a full school day during which teachers participate in ?in-school? programs that may or may not directly address professional development needs. The programs may feature topical experts, a panel of representatives from federal or state agencies regarding standards and certification requirements, or trainers offering tips and techniques for classroom management. The level of this activity is often dependent upon district financial resources."
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Development Strategy For Dell, 2007.
A discussion about the success of Dell Computer's product mix and new product development strategy.
805 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 28.95
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This paper discusses product mix and the new product development strategy for Dell Computers. It looks at the impact that globalization and the rapid increase of Internet technologies has had on Dell and how they have increased success for this computer manufacturer. The paper also discusses market development for Dell and Dell's competitive advantage relative to its product mix.
Outline:
Product Mix as a Facet of Success
Professional Use Product Mix
Schools/Healthcare/Government Institutions Use Product Mix
Family Home Use Product Mix
Product Market Grid
Product Development vs. Market Development for Dell
Dell's Competitive Advantage Relative to its Product Mix
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"Yes, Dell has an advantage relative to its product mix. Dell has developed products to fit the needs of virtually every consumer with a computer technology need, and beyond. Whether it is a family looking to purchase their child's first computer, while on a tight budget, or a multimedia maven looking for processing capacity that can make their computing experience fly, to an executive who needs Dell has a product for them. In addition, they go beyond simply computers. As mentioned earlier, Dell has a vast product offering that includes: televisions, cameras, camcorders, projectors, software, games, MP3 players, and more. Shopping with Dell is truly one stop electronics shopping. And, as was financial figures in 2000 and 2002, it is their product mix that has allowed them to become a leader in their industry ("Companies: Dell", 2002; "Dell Computer: Product mix", 2000)."
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A Professional Action Plan, 2007.
A three-year action plan related to career development for the health care administration field.
1,175 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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The paper explains that professional action plans are a way of focusing on career development methods along with strategic career development goals. The paper outlines a three-year action plan related to career development for the health care administration field. The paper places an emphasis on both formal and informal continuing education opportunities and strategic development of career placement goals.
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Abstract
Short-Term - Year One
First Year Action Plan
Year 2
Action Plan
Year 3
Action Plan
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"Professional action plans are a way of focusing on career development methods along with strategic career development goals. Many individuals give considerable thought to developing professional goals, however, unless they are clearly written, they are soon forgotten. Connolly (1998) states that the top three percent of this country's wealth can be traced to those who document their goals and strategies in writing, otherwise "they are just a dream.""
"This paper outlines a three-year action plan related to career development for the health care administration field, emphasizing formal and informal continuing education opportunities and strategic development related to short and longer term professional goals. For purposes of this paper, short term goals and associated action plan reflect those within the first 12 month period, whereas long-term goals are reflective of those goals and associated action plans for the two and three year period."
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