Meeting the Core Human Needs of a Teacher 2Sep2024 by Jennifer Gonzalez How recognizing and meeting the need for belonging, autonomy, competence, self-esteem, trust, and purpose can help teachers truly thrive.
How to Build Psychological Safety in Professional Development 16Dec2022 by Jennifer Gonzalez Learning requires us to be vulnerable, and in order to do that, we need to feel safe. Here are 5 ways PD facilitators can make that happen.
How to Find, Read, and Use Academic Research 19Sep2021 by Jennifer Gonzalez Want to use more research but don’t have enough formal training? This post is for you.
A Look Inside a Teacher Fellowship Program 12Aug2018 by Jennifer Gonzalez Imagine a professional development scenario where you are given funding, choice, and time to collaborate with others in your specialty area who energize and inspire you.
What Should Your Teacher Book Club Read? 13May2018 by Jennifer Gonzalez Start by figuring out what your goals are.
OMG Becky. PD is Getting So Much Better!! 4Mar2018 by Jennifer Gonzalez The sit-and-get, one-size-fits-all model is disappearing. Taking its place are these 9 alternative models for teacher professional development.
What is an Educator Mastermind, and Why Should You Join One? 2Jul2017 by Jennifer Gonzalez Educators spend far too much time in isolation; an educator mastermind can change that.
Hate PD? Try Voluntary Piloting 15Jan2017 by Krista Taylor This teacher-led model for professional development is a formula for deep, reflective learning and long-lasting change. Read how one group of teachers did it.
How Pineapple Charts Revolutionize Professional Development 25Sep2016 by Jennifer Gonzalez As one-size-fits-all PD fades into obscurity, more personalized professional development models have emerged. The Pineapple Chart may be the greatest of them all.
