Professional Development Schools

the long version

"Professional development schools (PDSs) offer a means for improving student learning through continuing teacher education that is practical and timely. This books helps educators work from plans for a new--or renewed--professional development school to one that is fully and successfully operational. The authors tell how to develop effective relationships with universities; explore the roles and responsibilities of teachers, students, paraeducators, and higher education faculty; and evaluate the effectiveness of and PDS program. Professional Development Schools is a must-read for any teacher, administrator, school board chair, or education school professor concerned with professional development or considering the establishment of a PDS." --From cover.