To promote educational excellence, the Alabama Education Association serves as an advocate for its members and leads the advancement of equitable and quality public education in Alabama.
Upcoming Professional Learning
Summer PLU Opportunities
Course #: 319757
Course Title: PLUACLD1167 An Overview of the Five Dimensions of the Alabama Teacher Observation Tool
Intended Audience: School and District Leaders (Observers) Conducting Observations using the Alabama Teacher Observation Tool (ATOT)
This professional study has been designed to provide the participant with an immersive learning experience in the Alabama Teacher Observation Tool. The Alabama Teacher Observation Tool is a formative assessment tool that aligns with the Alabama Core Teaching Standards (ACTS). The Alabama Teacher Observation tool is designed to collect quantitative data that captures an educator's instructional practices. The purpose of this course is to help Alabama school leaders promote teachers’ improvement toward the practice of learner centric instruction and effective teaching by gaining an understanding of the Five Dimensions of this formative observation tool.
Participants will explore topics related to the five dimensions of the Teacher Observation Tool: Culture/Climate, Learning, Essentials, Agency and Relationships. Each dimension will be introduced through a module in which participants are required to read and complete activities that provide a deeper understanding of the dimension and the research behind the development of the Alabama Teacher Observation Tool. Participants will access the PLU through a learning management system.
There are no prerequisites for participation. The participant will earn 1 PLU upon completion of the course.
Dates: June 26, 2024 - October 7, 2024
Note: The opening session on June 26th is required.
Choose one session time, 10-11:30 or 1-2:30
To register, click the link below:
https://alsde.truenorthlogic.com/ia/empari/learning2/registration/presentRegistrationDetails/504691
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For more information, contact Dr. Pamela Fossett at pamelaf@alaedu.org
EARN CEU CREDITS
Free for AEA Members
$50 per CEU study for Non-AEA Members
EARN PLU CREDITS
Free for AEA Members
$500 per PLU study for Non-AEA Members
EPPP Department Seeks Member Expertise
The Education Policy and Professional Practice (EPPP) Department hosts statewide and regional professional learning events to promote programs for the improvement of teaching and learning and fostering professional growth to hone leadership skills. Recognizing that all AEA members possess a great deal of experience and expertise to be shared with colleagues around instructional, educational support, and leadership issues, the EPPP Department is utilizing a Request for Proposal (RFP) process. Areas of focus include, but are not limited to, literacy and numeracy.
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