The document appears to be a needs assessment survey for Joe Walker regarding his professional development and learning experiences. Some key findings: - 23% of respondents preferred large group professional learning, 59% preferred small groups, and 18% preferred learning on their own. - Respondents preferred face-to-face (56%) and combined face-to-face and online (44%) learning over fully online. - The most preferred topics were curriculum development (6 responses), understanding by design (6), blended learning (7), and differentiation (9). - Staff felt professional learning was frequently (58%) or always (42%) focused on continuous improvement and student achievement.

1. 2 0 1 4 J O E WA L K E R R E S U L T S
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH
NEEDS ASSESSMENT

2. 23%
59%
18%
1. Please select all statements that are true about your preferred
professional learning experiences:
Large Groups
Small Groups
On My Own

3. 38%
33%
29%
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

4. 56%
44%
3. Please select all statements that are true about your preferred
professional learning experiences:
From my peers
From people employed outside the school
district

5. 3
6
2
1
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
4. Curriculum Development Process

6. 1
6
0
2
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
5. Learn about research-based programs relevant to my subject
area

7. 1
6
4
1
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
6. Articulate curriculum for vertical alignment

8. 6
5
1
0
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
7. Components of Understanding by Design (UbD)

9. 3
6
2
1
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
8. How to evaluate online and digital content

10. 4
6
2
0
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
9. Applying brain theory and learning when planning instruction

11. 3
4
5
0
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
10. Using curriculum compacting to provide instructional
enrichment

12. 1 1
8
2
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
11. Specially designed instructional and evaluation materials

13. 8
4
0 0
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
12. Blended Learning (McCyber Teacher Academy)

14. 1
0
7
4
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
13. Designing lessons that incorporate all learning styles
(Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic, and Tactile)

15. 1
0
8
3
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
14. Student motivation

16. 1 1
7
3
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
15. Effective differentiation of instruction

17. 0
2
9
1
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
16. Identifying the differences between modifications and
accommodations

18. 1
0
5
6
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
17. Improving classroom management

19. 1
5 5
1
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
18. Constructing and improving common assessments

20. 2
7
3
0
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
19. Developing authentic assessments (real-life situations)

21. 2
0
6
4
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
20. Using data to inform instructional and curricular decisions

22. 4 4
2 2
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
21. Administering First Aid/CPR/AED

23. 1 1
7
3
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
22. Engaging parents and guardians in the school process
through teacher-initiated communication

24. 1 1
7
3
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
23. Implementing effective positive behavior support plans or
behavior contracts.

25. 6
4
2
0
Introductory Phase Developmental Phase Implementation Phase Continued Support/ Extension
Phase
24. Developing technology-enhanced assessments that
demonstrate student learning

26. 1
4
7
0
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).

27. 1 1
0 0
3
0
4
0
5 5
2
1
6
3
2
4
1
2 2
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:

28. 58%
42%
0%0%0%
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

29. 58%
42%
0%0%0%
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. 42%
50%
8% 0%0%
29. A variety of data are used to assess the effectiveness of my
school's professional learning.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know

31. 42%
50%
8% 0%0%
30. The use of technology is evident in my school's professional
learning.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know

32. 17%
50%
25%
0%
8%
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

33. 83%
9%
8% 0%0%
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

34. 33%
67%
0%0%0%
33. My professional learning this school year is connected to
previous professional learning.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know

35. 42%
50%
8% 0%0%
34. Professional learning in my school contributes to increased
student achievement.
Always Frequently Seldom Never Don't Know

36. 50%
42%
8% 0%0%
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