Cindi's+Inquiry


 * AGQTP Leading Professional Learning 2007

Action Research Project

Focus Question:** 'How can I scaffold professional learning so that the Principles of Learning and Teaching become embedded in teacher practice?'

After reviewing the Annual Implementation Plans of each of my cluster schools and having conversations with the Cluster Management Team and the Leadership Teams from each of the schools, it was decided that we would work together to raise teachers' understanding of the Principles of Teaching and Learning and assist them in embedding these Principles in their pedagogical practice.
 * Background Information:**


 * Actions taken:**
 * Introduced the concept of a cluster-wide focus on PoLT
 * Organised for several staff members to complete the PoLT training
 * Worked with a team of PoLT trained teachers to Component Map staff
 * Assisted schools in interpreting the Component Map and Student Survey Data, and to decide on an appropriate Principle on which to focus
 * Planned for the presentation of each of the PoLT Modules to staff across the cluster
 * Presented a Cluster wide PoLT PD Week
 * Assisted staff in constructing POLT Action Plans
 * Faciliated the development of POLT Professional Learning Teams within schools and across the cluster
 * Established a trusting relationship with staff from focus school


 * Further action:**
 * Work closely with focus school to help initiate Action Plans
 * Develop Labsites in focus school
 * Establish a Peer Coaching Culture


 * Evidence**
 * Component Maps
 * Data Analysis
 * POLT Action Plans
 * Participation in PLT's
 * Development of Labsites
 * Peer Coaching established


 * Reflection:**