2 0 1 4 D I S T R I C T R E S U L T S
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH
NEEDS ASSESSMENT

22%
53%
25%
1. Please select all statements that are true about your preferred
professional learning experiences:
Large Groups
Small Groups
On My Own

46%
29%
25%
2. Please select all statements that are true about your preferred
professional learning experiences:
Face-to-face Settings
Online Settings
Combine Face-to-face and Online

45%
55%
3. Please select all statements that are true about your preferred
professional learning experiences:
From my peers
From people employed outside the school
district

11
48
42
32
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
4. Curriculum Development Process

11
47
0
22
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
5. Learn about research-based programs relevant to my subject
area

11
53
49
20
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
6. Articulate curriculum for vertical alignment

33
47
37
16
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
7. Components of Understanding by Design (UbD)

23
45
43
22
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
8. How to evaluate online and digital content

36
48
37
12
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
9. Applying brain theory and learning when planning instruction

23
49
43
18
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
10. Using curriculum compacting to provide instructional
enrichment

4
25
51
53
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
11. Specially designed instructional and evaluation materials

78
39
11
5
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
12. Blended Learning (McCyber Teacher Academy)

4
15
57 57
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
13. Designing lessons that incorporate all learning styles
(Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic, and Tactile)

2
13
64
54
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
14. Student motivation

3
20
60
50
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
15. Effective differentiation of instruction

1
23
53
56
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
16. Identifying the differences between modifications and
accommodations

1
11
43
78
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
17. Improving classroom management

9
29
51
44
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
18. Constructing and improving common assessments

8
43
56
26
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
19. Developing authentic assessments (real-life situations)

12
27
58
36
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
20. Using data to inform instructional and curricular decisions

38
33
40
22
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
21. Administering First Aid/CPR/AED

4
22
57
50
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
22. Engaging parents and guardians in the school process
through teacher-initiated communication

7
31
46
49
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
23. Implementing effective positive behavior support plans or
behavior contracts.

25
49
46
13
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
24. Developing technology-enhanced assessments that
demonstrate student learning

13
51
56
13
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
25. Developing strategies to incorporate student-focused
technology into lessons (not the frequency of use, but the quality
of application and level of appropriateness).

8
25
31
16
26
17
57
8
31
36
54
20
57
25
48 48
35
26
45
26. The Act 48+ Committee identified the following professional
devleopment topics in addition to the ones previously listed.
Please select the ones that you feel would help you develop as a
professional learner:

32%
56%
8%
0% 4%
27. My school's professional learning is structured for teachers to
engage in the continuous improvement cycle (i.e. data
analysis, planning, implementation, reflection, and evaluation).
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know

35%
52%
4%
0%
9%
28. My school uses a variety of student achievement data to plan
professional learning that focuses on school improvement.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know

30%
51%
6%
0%
13%
29. A variety of data are used to assess the effectiveness of my
school's professional learning.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know

33%
57%
8%
0%2%
30. The use of technology is evident in my school's professional
learning.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know

16%
44%
26%
1%
13%
31. In my school, participation in online professional learning
opportunities is considered as a way to connect with colleagues
and to learn from experts in education.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know

52%
42%
5% 0%1%
32. A primary goal for professional learning in my school is to
enhance teaching practices to improve student performance.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know

23%
62%
11%
2%2%
33. My professional learning this school year is connected to
previous professional learning.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know

26%
58%
9%
1%
6%
34. Professional learning in my school contributes to increased
student achievement.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know

22%
62%
11%
1% 4%
35. In my school, professional learning supports teachers to
develop new learning and then to expand and deepen that
learning over time.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know