Look at your career profile and your self evaluation. Identify areas which you need to or want to develop. Here is a template to help you get started. Use it as it is, or adapt it in any way you want to better suit you. Some examples of how to use it are given. You can choose as many goals as you like, but be realistic – don’t take on too much or you may not complete it. Use the plan in conjunction with the progress checklist so that you can monitor your progress.
| Development area |
Motivation |
| Focus |
Differences between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation |
| Goals |
To improve my learners’ motivation |
| Rationale – why I want to develop this. |
My learners often seem uninterested in learning and only seem interested in getting through tests. They have poor learning skills. I want to try to promote more active involvement and enjoyment of learning. |
| Action/Tools |
Research subject through reading, discussing with colleagues, seeking feedback from learners, classroom action research. |
| Estimated time needed |
On-going throughout one term |
| Development area |
Classroom management |
| Focus |
Lesson stages |
| Goals |
Link stages more effectively and make smoother transitions |
| Rationale – why I want to develop this. |
I feel my lessons can seem disjointed and my learners confused about what I am asking them to do. |
| Action/Tools |
Research publications. Conduct classroom action research. Record practice in learning diary and reflect on what when right/wrong. Ask colleague to observe this point and provide feedback. Ask learners to say how they feel at different stages |
| Estimated time needed |
One month |
| Attachment | Size |
|---|---|
| Professional development plan.doc | 48.5 KB |
