Re: Moderator's thoughts
Gwen Solomon (gwen@gsn.org)
Tue, 25 Mar 1997 13:59:54 -0800
Kam (Hi, Kam) asks, "Are you saying that the cultural shifts of
professionalism for teaching will have to take place before PD in general
will have impact? Does this mean that as we stand now, PD will continue to
be hit and miss, outside the workday, without stipend, no follow-up etc.
because we need the professionalism piece to kick-in? I guess I may be
asking a chicken or egg question."
I think you've asked a key question (as usual). If we look at the way
doctors, lawyers, professors, et.al. are regarded and how learning and
publishing continue to be an important part of their culture, we see the
chasm between those professions and that of teacher in practice and self
and public attitudes.
(Sorry for the earlier posting that was sent before my thought was completed.)
Gwen
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