Wrap Up
The 3 big ideas of PLC's are
The 6 essential characteristics of PLC's are
The brochure below provides a big picture look at Professional Learning Communities. |
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“Findings from many studies suggest that participation in a professional community with one’s colleagues is an integral part of professional learning that impacts positively on students” (Timperley, 2008, p. 19).
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“It is no accident that the standards for professional learning begin with the standard on learning communities. While many forms of professional learning may lead to improved knowledge and skills for adults, only the learning community offers a structure, process, and product that lead to systematic continuous improvement for both educators and students” (Hirsh, 2012, p. 64).
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