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ERIC Number: EJ659253
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2003
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ISSN: ISSN-0031-7217
The Dilemmas of Professional Development.
Richardson, Virginia
Phi Delta Kappan, v84 n5 p401-06 Jan 2003
Offers several explanations for why research evidence on the characteristics of effective professional development programs are seldom seen in practice. Suggests that the American cultural norm of individualism is main reason. Discusses inquiry approach to professional development that accommodates teacher individualism. (Contains 17 references.) (PKP)
Descriptors: Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education, Individualism, Professional Development
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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