In this thought-provoking video, Professional Learning Specialist Betsy Butler sits down with Dr. Michael Moody, the Chief Strategy Officer of Teaching Channel and Co-Founder of Insight Education Group, to talk about his experience as a teacher, instructional coach, and facilitator. As Betsy and Dr. Moody delve into the world of professional development (PD), they share valuable insights and perspectives on transformative PD strategies and tips for facilitators to effectively engage others. This conversation reflects on topics of inclusion, power differentials, and tips for success, building on learning from, 7 Habits that Transform Professional Development, by Elena Aguilar and Lori Cohen. It’s a perfect companion to course 5276: Creating Transformative Professional Development.

3 Ways New Teachers Can Prep Their First Classroom This Summer
Summer is here and if you’re anything like me, you’re already thinking about your classroom set-up for next year. My first years of teaching were