Seminar on Teacher Professional Learning

This course focus on theories, research, principles, design, and practices about professional learning for teachers. The specifics of the course will be guided by student interest. Possible topics include: pedagogies of professional learning, curriculum-based professional learning; design principles for transformative professional learning; frameworks and processes to support teacher learning; and policy issues. This course will be offered in-person with the possibility of remote participation. Remote participation is only with permission. Please contact the instructor BEFORE the course starts to discuss this possibility. Optional practicum in subsequent terms in which course participants are able to offer an in-person or virtual professional learning experience to practicing teachers through the Center to Support Excellence in Teaching.