Feb+2


 * Value of Professional Development Activity-** []


 * 1) Read article
 * 2) Decide which educator you best relate with regarding education and/or professional development
 * 3) Reflect on your WIKI


 * Inspirational Video Assignment -** [|**http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpG2CZjblzs&feature=related**]
 * 1) Watch the video
 * 2) Decide which saying aligns with your teaching/philosophy
 * 3) Write on your WIKI why you align with this saying

10 innovative ways to reach teachers Assignment: Decide which PD program looks best and explain why you feel this way - []

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 School Improvement Data Analysis Assignment: 1. According to the IIRC, what percentage of district students were of African-American decent in the 2008-2009 school year? 2. According to the IIRC, what percentage of students were of Hispanic decent at your School? 3. In the year 2000, what percentage of students met/exceeded in third grade on the reading ISAT? 4. What is the (percentage) difference between the Caucasian to African American performance on the 2004 math ISAT? 5. What percentage correct did the 8th grade students achieve on the vocabulary section of the 2004 ISAT? 6. Do you notice any trends in reading? Any in math? 7. Do you know of any changes in the district/building that may have impacted test scores? 8. Is your building making AYP? If not, do you know why? 9. How do your 5th grade low income students compare to a local district in reading? 10. Based on student performance, what would you recommend for P.D. to help teachers/students in these improve? Interactive Illinois Report Card - @http://iirc.niu.edu/