Post an explanation of Professional Learning Communities, the
benefits and challenges of PLCs for educators, and the impact they
have on student success. Then, explain the greatest benefit of a PLC
focused on advocacy and positive social change in your educational
setting. In your explanation, be sure to provide information on how
you might form this type of PLC as well as the supports and
challenges you might face in its formation.
What is a Professional Learning Community
Benefits and Challenges of PLCs
Forming and enhancing the use of PLCs in my school environment
Support your post with specific references to the Learning
Resources including media and at least one outside source (see
acceptable outside sources in the MSED Documents area), as well
as your own professional experiences to support your thinking.
In-Text Citations Please.
References
Watson, C. (2014). Effective professional learning communities? The possibilities for teachers as agents of change in schools. British Educational Research Journal, 40(1), 18–29.
Nieto, S. (2014). Why We Teach Now. Teachers College Press.
DuFour, R. (2004). What is a “professional learning community?” Educational Leadership, 61(8), 6-11.
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