The Importance of Professional Development
I was recently reading the November/December 2021 issue of \u201cScience Scope\u201d a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.\xa0\xa0In this issue, I read the section \u201cFrom the Editor\u2019s Desk\u201d written by Patti McGinnis.\xa0\xa0Patti wrote an article entitled \u201cThe Importance of Professional Development.\u201d
Professional Development is best conducted via opportunities to learn in the workplace through Professional Learning Communities, instructional coaching, or any vehicle that focuses on improving student achievement through teacher practices.