#2. HQPD has clear goals and objectives relevant to desired student outcomes.
#4. HQPD is informed by data, research, and/or standards relevant to the identified goals, objectives, and audience.
Massachusetts Adult Education Standards for High Quality Professional Development (HQPD)
Review the Massachusetts Professional Standards for Teachers of Adult ESOL to find out. Then sign up for one of the SABES professional development sessions, which provide teachers with opportunities to investigate the standards and customize their own PD–whether they are novice or experienced practitioners. Look for ESOL courses on our SABES calendar.
From a program director:
"I wanted to let you know that I just watched your overview of the CCR Math Standards, and was (again) so inspired! Thanks for putting your video out into the world, in the way you did."
Watch the video here.
HQPD acknowledges and addresses the unique context of ABE, the variety of preparation and experience with which adult educators come to ABE, and the diverse realities and needs of adult learners.
Massachusetts Adult Education Standards for High Quality Professional Development (HQPD)
"It's about more than scoring well on a test, it's about being ready for college and career."
Per Barbara Bradbury, Springfield Adult Learning Center at Springfield Technical Community College, about teaching students for success in their lives rather than for passing tests
