Preparing students for the Twenty-first Century can be a daunting task. Do educators understand the necessity of transitioning to a digital learning environment? Through a qualitative study, educators immersed in a digital conversion were interviewed to reveal their impressions of effective professional development. Within this study, the teachers revealed that they desire relevant training and want to have a voice in planning that training. They also want to be challenged and learn in a supportive atmosphere that has direct application to their curriculum and classroom. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]