Implementing Change in Real Life

My principal has come up with a strategy to help the teachers in our school change some of their teaching strategies. It became apparent that consultants, workshops, and endless meetings were not working that well. We're going to start "study groups". The administration will decide which study groups the teachers will participate in. They are going to select specific books for the teachers to read, discuss, and reflect on how the content relates to their own teaching practices.

That seems like a good idea. I offered to set up some online tools to help the teachers communicate to others about what they learn and how they are implementing new teaching practices. I think that our principal is showing that she is trying to tailor her professional development program to the teachers' individual needs and that one size does not fit all. I also think that the study group model will help teachers develop better personal relationships.

I hope the teachers are receptive to the idea.