ERIC Number: EJ1124012
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2017
Pages: 11
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ISSN: ISSN-0022-0671
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The Impact of Three Years of Professional Development on Knowledge and Implementation
Wolbers, Kimberly A.; Dostal, Hannah M.; Skerrit, Paulson; Stephenson, Brenda
Journal of Educational Research, v110 n1 p61-71 2017
A professional development (PD) program for Strategic and Interactive Writing Instruction (SIWI) integrating effective PD features was implemented with teachers over 3 years. Using a 1-way analysis of variance, it was examined whether length of participation in PD impacted knowledge and ability to faithfully implement. Findings indicate significant improvements with each year of PD; those who participated for 3 consecutive years received the highest possible ratings on knowledge as measured by the levels of use and instruction as measured by the SIWI observation and fidelity instrument. Additionally, because of modifications to the PD program, it was examined whether the year of the PD involvement impacted outcomes. Findings reveal that outcomes were strongest during the last year when SIWI mentors were present.
Descriptors: Faculty Development, Statistical Analysis, Knowledge Level, Writing Instruction, Teaching Methods, Deafness, Hearing Impairments, Teacher Workshops, Teacher Surveys, Observation, Interviews, Program Effectiveness, Likert Scales, Longitudinal Studies
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Tennessee
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