This report outlines plans and designated responsibilities developed under the direction of the Michigan State Board of Education for the purpose of providing direction and support for coordination of professional development program activities for teachers and other education professionals. The results of a need analysis for professional development in the state are discussed. Following this, the roles and responsibilities for program administration are delineated for authorities in the State Department of Education: (1) the office of professional development; (2) teacher preparation and certification services; (3) instructional specialist unit; (4) higher education management services; and (5) the State-Level Advisory Council. An outline is provided of the provisions of Sections 97 and 98 of the Michigan State School Aid Act. Ways in which this state effort will be implemented, coordinated, and evaluated are described. Appendices include a table of topic areas for the needs assessment endeavor and for program delivery, and a listing of current emphases in inservice teacher education and possible future trends in professional development programs. (JD)