Effective Professional Learning:
- Is coordinated and developed through consultation with all partners in education, incorporating geographic, linguistic, and diverse representation.
- Recognizes teachers and administrators as professionals, and support their commitment to the continuous development of professional practice in all stages of their career
- Recognizes the impact of effective teaching and supportive leadership on student learning
- Enhances teacher performance and improves student learning.
- Supports standards of professional practices, professional growth plans and the Teacher Growth and Evaluation process
- Responds to the needs and experiences of Nova Scotia educators by providing relevant, practical learning experiences related to their daily tasks
- Integrates individual, regional, and provincial priorities and initiatives
- Is aligned with student needs, teacher professional learning goals and teaching assignments
- Is grounded in research and evidence-based pedagogy, and high standards of professional learning
- Integrates student well-being and achievement in an integrated way within the Nova Scotia Inclusive Education Policy framework
- Incorporates culturally and linguistically responsive pedagogy and leadership practices
- Fosters individual and collective growth through collaborative inquiry with colleagues across Nova Scotia
- Builds on teacher knowledge and skills to challenge attitudes, deepen understanding and transform practice
- Facilitates deeper knowledge and skills through application and reflection
- Addresses barriers to participation and enhances access to professional learning options for all Nova Scotia educators
- Recognizes the value of formal and informal learning opportunities
- Is facilitated by educators with expertise and experience in the topic of study
- Incorporates participant reflection and feedback to inform ongoing improvements in program offerings
- Is supported by resources
