Professional Learning Communities

What experiences have you had working with the PLC model? Have you personally worked in a professional learning team? Based on your own personal experiences, do you believe the PLC model is an effective tool for school improvement? Why or why not?

School Improvement Planning and Data

"The real strength in using a data driven decision making process for school improvement is that numbers are objective. The data just don't lie."

Do you agree or disagree with the statement above? Why?

The Impact of Technology

Districts throughout the country spend billions of dollars each year on technology: hardware, software, network infrastructure, Web-based services, professional development. Is the expenditure worth it? Why or why not?

The changing legislative landscape

You are having dinner with a friend, and he/she says to you: “So you’re an educator—what do you think about charter schools and vouchers? Are they a good idea?” What is your answer?

Mission, vision, values, and change

Are clear and compelling mission and vision statements necessary for an organization (school, business, non-profit) to be highly successful? Why or why not? If possible, cite non-anecdotal evidence to support your position.