Solutions to the Dropout Crisis Webcast: Promoting Powerful Professional Learning

Tuesday, February 16, 2010
3:30 - 4:30 pm Eastern Time

Presented by Stephanie Hirsh, Executive Director of the National Staff Development Council (NSDC). NSDC's purpose calls for improving student learning by ensuring every educator engages in effective professional learning every day. Examine the vision and definition NSDC advocates to achieve this purpose. Review how nationally supported standards for staff development support professional development planning. Consider five leadership strategies and many resources to guide effective professional development in schools. Supplementary materials and all necessary information about participating fully in this professional development opportunity are found on our website at www.dropoutprevention.org/webcast. Participation in this radio webcast is free and no registration is required.