If you look closely near Ashland, WI, you will see the word "Technology". If you aren't familiar with word cloud generators, like Tagxedo, the more frequent the word, the larger the text. When I think of the PD I have planned and or led, the focus has been on "Technology", not "Learning", "Understanding", "Instruction", or "Teaching". Don't get me wrong, we need to provide some basic understanding of a technology/digital tool, but in general PD should be focused on the pedagogy or instructional change. Technology should be introduced as a way to improve, ease, or make the instruction more efficient.
As I continue to grow as a leader, I need to grow as an instructional coach as well. As my buildings continue to implement Gradual Release of Responsibility and workshop models, my "Technology" PD needs to support and promote that instructional change. My focus needs to change from WHAT we are doing to HOW or WHY we should do it.
What does PD look like in your district? Is technology presented in a PD silo or is it integrated in with instructional practice?
