PD Glossary

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These glossary terms were developed for the Online PD discussion held on NIFL-AALPD April 2004. The terms were used to provide a beginning place or common point of reference to inform the discussion.


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Models of Professional Development

action research
blended PD
deficit model
hybrid PD
participatory staff development
peer observation group
program-based professional development
publishing group
study circles
teacher inquiry group
teacher mentor model
team teaching


General Terms

facilitator
professional development
trainer