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It's Everywhere, but What Is It? Professional Learning Communities
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Roy, Patricia; Hord, Shirley M. – Journal of School Leadership, 2006
This article first explores the characteristics of professional learning communities (PLCs) identified in the research literature. Second, it examines the staff and student outcomes derived from the implementation and integration of a PLC in a K-12 school or a university. Third, it provides suggestions for school leaders about creating and…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Educational Change, School Effectiveness, Professional Development