Professional development is crucial in ensuring growth in K-12 classrooms. Learn 7 ways Tech Coaches can get the most out of professional development this summer.

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7 Ways Tech Coaches
Can Get the Most out
of Professional
Development This
Summer

2. Professional development is crucial in
ensuring continual growth and
improvement in K-12 classrooms. Even
with the limitations of social distancing,
Tech Coaches can get the most out of
professional development this summer
through online meetings and courses.
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3. We recently sat down with the host of the
#EduDuctTape Podcast, Tech Integration
Coach, former STEM teacher, influencer,
speaker, and presenter, Jake Miller, to learn
about effective professional development as
a Tech Coach during summer months.
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Here are 7 ways Tech Coaches can get
the most out of professional
development this summer.

5. 1. Give teachers autonomy during
professional development
During professional development meetings it is
important teachers feel empowered. Instead of
Tech Coaches directing teachers on the goals
they should set, try giving them the power to
decide. This autonomy has the opportunity to
motivate teachers throughout professional
development.
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6. 2. The Ability to Attain Mastery
The introduction to a new tool can be
intimidating for teachers, so allow them the
time to attain mastery. Mastery creates
confidence and more than likely will leave
teachers feeling better prepared to
implement new tools in their classroom.
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7. 3. Have a greater purpose during
professional development
Identifying a greater purpose for the
meeting creates a drive in teachers and will
lead to higher motivation.
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9. 4. Allow Teachers to Identify Their Needs
in the Classroom
Professional development is a great time to
allow teachers to talk about any gaps in
their classroom. The Tech Coach can then
implement their knowledge to discover how
to close these gaps with new tools or
technology.
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10. 5. Narrow Down the Tool Choices
Teachers can often become intimated with
technology because of the vast amount of
options. It can be helpful for a Tech Coach to
narrow down the choices and help them
identify a few tools that will help fit the
needs of their classroom.
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11. 6. Give Teachers Space to Learn the Tools
After assisting teachers in choosing their
tools, it is often best to give them space to
learn them on their own time. Doing so can
allow for teachers to discover how best to
use the tool without the need for assistance.
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12. 7. Evaluate Use of Tool for Refinement
After teachers have learned more, it is
important to evaluate their usage of the
tool. This evaluation can ensure they are
effectively using the tools in their classroom.
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14. It is important for Tech Coaches to focus on
professional development opportunities
during this summer, but it is just as important
to consider priorities moving into next
semester.
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15. One topic that is important to keep in
mind, whether you are physically in the
classroom with your students or working
remotely is classroom management.
With the increase of technology in the
classroom, it is important to manage
the usage of student devices so the
technology is used efficiently.
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16. Classroom management will be
important whether school districts are
doing remote learning, hybrid blended
learning, or face-to-face learning.
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17. Tech Coaches and teachers continually
improved in their practice during remote
learning and professional development
offers the opportunity for them to
continually improve during the summer
months. Following the 7 strategies listed
above can allow for tech coaches to get
the most out of this professional
development this summer.
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18. Thanks for reading!
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