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Professional learning Plan
Introduction
The profession of being a teacher requires the commitment to a lifelong learning and continued Professional development (Kilian,
2008). The purpose of this professional learning plan is that through identified learning gaps found through the compiling of evidence
of my professional teaching portfolio to create a set of purposeful and planned action to achieve identified goals to fill in the learning
gaps that I may have at a graduate standard (Kilian, 2008). This will be done through creating short term goals and long term goals to
be achieved and an exploration of how I will achive the goals as I move into the education profession (Kilian, 2008). This has been
done through an exploration of identifying skills attributes and strategies that I feel that I need to enhance to demonstrate my capacity
of a teacher. I will the explicitly outline how I will achieve this, through a range of strategies and learning and finally be able to
identify and explain how external networks and professional support systems will continue to help me grow as a teacher (Kilian,
2008). Professional learning can occur through formal and informal however use application of knowledge, analysis of leering,
reflection and the refinement through further coaching must produce effective learning results for the educator and then furthermore
students learning outcomes (Kilian, 2008). The following identified leaning gaps will be address by targeted steps that will be taken to
complete and further my understanding of the Australian professional standards at a graduate teacher standards (AITSL, 2014).
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Standard 1: Through this teacher can actively tailor learning to bring out students best learning and continually assist students develop their
knowing knowledge and understanding (AITSL, 2014). In providing evidence to demonstrate my understanding of this standard among the
Students and different element I found this area to be one of stronger areas of my professional knowledge, having attained a strong body of
how they learn. knowledge as presented in my Graduate Teacher Professional portfolio. I did in my Professional portfolio provide evidence for all
areas of this standard. However, there are specific features of elements that I need to continue to enhance. Elements 1.5 and 1.6 I
have identified as areas in which I will require further development of skills and attribute for my teaching.
Element: 1.5 Identify elements that I need to Plan for professional learning. Professional Networks
enhance.
Differentiate I have a solid theoretical understanding Developing knowledge DSF: literacy and clinical services.
teaching to and basis for providing differentiation In repose to enhancing this element if DSF offers a wide range of paided and
meet the strategies for a range of students, as I my teaching I will free teacher professional development
specific have shown in my professional Engage further in current and opportunities working with
learning needs portfolio (AITSL, 2014). However, I theoretical research through peer student/children with a range of learning
of students feel that I need to improve element 1.5 reviewed and published articles to difficulties (Focus is on building
across the full of standard 1, providing differentiate to provide myself with current and literacy) (DSF Literacy and Clinical
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range of meet the specific learning needs of relevant strategies that can support a Services, 2014). I will use this resource
abilities students (AITSL, 2014). I have a range of diverse learners. to gather strategies and expand my
limited experience within creating Attendance of professional ability to differentiate in the classroom.
classroom often using the strategies networks namely Def and ASCD are ASCD: Learn teach lead.
already in place. Therefore, I feel that I both professional external Provides a range of books and research in
will need further training and international and national networks method of improving practice (ASCD,
experience as all students are vastly that will support my continual 2017).
different and as I move into the development and understating. I will Online learning tools for flexibility and
profession this will be further engage in their range of online instruction. Using the company, I will
highlighted as I will require more resources and webinars to improve Access a global community of
strategies to support students. Use the knowledge gained medium community in which to connect
practice and make the necessary learning conferences are a free resource
Standard 2 Standard 2 looks at a teacher ability to know the content and how to teach it. As each area of the curriculum is specific in content
and teaching strategies (AITSL, 2014). In reflection upon my learning in standard 2 I feel that I have a solid understanding of the
knowledge and requirement of providing evidence towards the standard by providing all evidence to represent all elements of the
standard 2 linking evidence across standards. However, I do asp believe that I can further develop elements 2.4 and 2.6 (AITSL,
2014).
Element: 2.4 Identify element that I need to Plan for professional learning. Professional Networks
enhance.
Understand Element 2.4 focuses on the process of In responding to improving this aspect and Oxford farm
and respect reconciliation as an educator, I am an in event of my teaching Oxford farm is providing a Close
Aboriginal and unquiet position to develop and foster I will engage in the Professional the gap educational resource kit for
Torres Strait relationships and reconciliation between Learning Module/ Teacher Toolkit parents teachers and students to
Islander people indigenous and non-indigenous designed by the Australian intuitive engage in a range of activities
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to promote Australians (AITSL, 2014). One of the for teaching. This learning model designed to close the gap (Oxfam
reconciliation most significant aspect of education is uses a range of resources and Australia, 2017). Through this
between its ability to improve the lives of those activities for preservice teachers to resource, I will gain resources and
Indigenous and around them, and improve standards for develop their understanding and supporting indigenous perspective
non- all indigenous Australians (AITSL, knowledge of element 2.4 and 1.5. that I able to incorporate into the
Indigenous 2014). For myself this includes This learning model uses both online classroom (Oxfam Australia, 2017).
Australians beguiling and providing a culturally and physical strategies, activities and
2014). I feel that this is defiantly an area Use the EATSIP framework to School Leadership (AITSL, 2014).
in which I can improve my practice as support my ability to embed AITSL offers a Professional
2014)
Queensland Government (
EATSIPS)
purpose of professional
Standard 3 Standard 3 looks at planning for and implement effective teaching and learning (AITSL, 2014). This required educator to have a
solid understanding of planning teaching learning assessing and equating cycle a very important of the education (AITSL, 2014).
Planning ensure outcome base learning and a framework for students to work and teachers to plan to the students (AITSL, 2014).
In identifying my learning and element I provides a range of evidence used to support my understanding of this standard in my
professional portfolio feeling that I have a solid practical and theoretical understanding of standard 3(AITSL, 2014). However I do
feel that I would require additional support towards building understand of Standard 3. However I do feel that I would require
3.5: Use Identify element that I need to Plan for professional learning. Professional Networks
enhance.
effective Element 3.5 of standard 3 I recognize as In repose to building my professional Queensland Government Education
classroom an element of my teaching that I need to knowledge of this element I will I will use this network to access
communication enhance to improve (AITSL, 2014). The Engage in theoretical research of professional learning targeted at
ability to engage learners with clear Strategies that I when communicating classroom management or the
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directs and explanations are vital to ideas, content and instruction for students essential skills package for
effective teaching (AITSL, 2014). This that the strategies that I select and use delivering effective classroom
included includes verbal, nonverbal and have a theoretical base and educationally management and communication
engagement within the classroom Observe and apply my fourth-year well as a large range of online
(AITSL, 2014). This is an area that I practical expire professional feedback as learning resources that I will be
need to engage with further and work a learning opportunity in which it able to engage across a range of
with. For myself this requires building continues to develop my ability to use topic not singularly just thief
the ability to use appropriate communication in the classroom and element (Education Queensland,
early years and primary (AITSL, 2014). Apply a PBiS (Positive Behavioral Universities: QUT
The use of appropriate and timely Interventions and Supports) to identify While I have spent a large portion
instructions provides students with a how I can affect improve my of my last 5 years learning how to
safe envrionmnet in which learning can communication skill within the be an effective teacher. The use of
best occur as well as effective classroom both verbal and nonverbal. other educational mediums can
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communication to engage students Engage in a personal communication provide me a range of support for
(AITSL, 2014). This included knowing assessment. Identify verbal and myself. QUT offers a range of
when to ask open or closed ended nonverbal cues within the classroom. small professional development
question, facilitating discussions and Participate in professional development courses for teachers looking to
being clear on instructions and of based around the essential skills for make improvements of their
movement around a classroom (AITSL, communication and classroom practice. In meeting element QUT
3.7 Engage Identify element that I need to Plan for professional learning. Professional Networks
parents/ carers enhance. In response to meeting this element I will Kids matter
in the Element 3.7 of standard 3 engaging with Kids matter is an Australian mental
educative parents and carers within the learning Access research and theoretical health and wellbeing
process environment (AITSL, 2014). I have a understanding about the ways in which programs/framework thats has
theoretical understanding of the role that partnerships between families and been set up as an initive for
parents play within the classroom, some understanding. This can be accessed students within primary schools,
basic strategies and development through the framework kids matter early childhood education and care
however as a pre-service teacher I have component 3. services (About Kids Matter, 2017).
strength in the area (AITSL, 2014). Engage in a professional in which those who work with the
Contently within MT lesson planning development course Engaging educational sector can providing
and the construction of lesson plan I parents in learning, an online course support for mental health and
have not included elements in including created by Teacher Professional needs. This resource will support
the family in the classroom (AITSL, provide effective strategies for mirage of strategies for building the
health needs.
.
services.
2017).
Standard 4 Standard 4 examines as teachers ability to Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments (AITSL, 2014). Within
standards 4 reflecting on the construction of my professional portfolio (AITSL, 2014). Evidence that I have constructed to
demonstrated that I have a solid knowledge based and understanding of the content. Element within this standard that feel I that I
need to improve is element 4.2 to develop my ability to manage a classroom activities (AITSL, 2014).
4.2 Identify element that I need to Plan for professional learning. Professional Networks
enhance.
Manage
Within the element, I have identified In response to building my understanding Multilit
classroom
that I will require further development of this element I will
activities
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organize classroom activities and Further expand my repertoire of professional learning and development
provide clear directions to the students strategies for maintaining the through providing a range of professional
(AITSL, 2014). As previously classroom through theory and research. development (Multilit, 2017). The
identified I will require developing my Reflect upon teaching and learning leaning module Positive teaching
communication within the classroom experiences and make changes to created by Multilit this learning course
this element also contributes towards improve teaching practice. provide clear behaviour management
my development of the understanding, Engage with the online learning strategies to ensure that instructions are
as this contributes to the behaviour through the completion of the clear and focused om maximal learning
Standard 5 Standard 5 looks as an educators ability to assess, provide feedback and report on students learning (AITSL, 2014). Evidence that
I had selected for demonstrating my understanding of standard 5 is detailed and I have a solid understanding and basic
understanding of the standard as a whole (AITSL, 2014). However, I do feel that I will require further development of element
5.5(AITSL, 2014).
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5.5 Report on Identify element that I need to enhance. Plan for professional learning. Professional Networks
student I have identified that I need to develop In response to developing my Queensland Government QCAA
achievement element 5.5 in demonstrating my understanding of this element I will Queensland Curriculum
understanding of a range of strategies for Engage in current research to This network delivers
part of the assessment process (AITSL, of the range of strategies use to assist teachers develops this
2014). Within this element, I have shown in report to students, parents and care knowledge and understanding
my professional development folder that I givers. (QCAA, 2017). This network will
have used a range of strategies to report back Access and use the support my learning using the
to students however used limited experience Australian Teacher Performance activities, guidance for planning
with reporting back to parents/families about and Development Framework and assessing as well as gaining
a students progress (AITSL, 2014). This is highlight what is required to build access to current publication for
an area in which I need to provide much an effective approach to teachers (QCAA, 2017).
more effective communication strategies. professional development. This Australian Council for Educational
Research
framework actively describes and
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ACER accredited course) examine both online and face to face modes
Standard 6 Standard six explore and educators ability to engage in professional learning and development. I found that I had collected a
strong body of evidence that I could use to present my understating and ability to recognize and in some cases, engage with
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professional learning and development. In reflection on my learning and development I have identified element 6.4 as a further
6.4 Apply Identify element that I need to Plan for professional learning. Professional Networks
enhance.
professional In reflecting upon my understanding of In response to developing my understanding of Queensland College of
Teachers(QCT)
learning and standard 6, I feel that I need to enhance this element I will
The OCT, provides educators access
improve element 6.4. Through Demonstrating an Access current research on the impact that
to a range of resources that are
student understanding of the rationale for profession development plays in the cycle
designed to enhance teaching and
learning continued professional learning and of education with focus on the theory that
learning as well as interpretations
furthermore the implications for relates to the positive impacts that
(Queensland Collage of Teachers,
improved student learning (AITSL, professional development plays regarding
2017). This network supports a range
2014). For myself the development area students learning outcomes.
of resources designed to enhance
of focus is the understanding and Continue to reflect upon my teaching ability
teaching, learning (Queensland
development knowledge of how the with the use if the Australian professional
Collage of Teachers, 2017).
impact of professional develop impacts standards for teachers as a guide to identify
Standard 7 Standard seven focuses on a teachers professional engagement with regards to government, peers, professionals, and various
other stake holders within education (AITSL, 2014). I am constructing my professional portfolio, I found in providing evidence
and demonstrating mu understanding of this standard it was one of my weaker standards and areas and will require additional
7.2 Comply Identify element that I need to Plan for professional learning. Professional Networks
enhance.
with legislative,
Through reflection I have identified that In response to building my understanding Australian Professional Teachers
Association.
administrative
element 7.2 is an area as an area in of this element I will.
Australian Professional Teachers
and
which I will require further development Maintain and access relevant current
Association (APTA) this is a federal state
organisational
in (AITSL, 2014). This element focus and possible future legislation that is
and territory council or professionals
requirements
examines and requires me to understand will Impact my teaching and the
representing over 160 000 teachers from
the relevant, legislative, administrative educational environment.
both government and independent
and organisational policies and Access current frameworks for
schools within Australia (APTA, 2016).
processes required for teachers at a example the teacher information
The purpose of APTA is designed to
school age (AITSL, 2014). For myself I booklet compiled by disability services
provide support and advances
can access and comply with legislative commission to for strategies to ensure
professional teaching association (APTA,
requirements for a range however I feel legislation requirements are being met
2016). This resource supports my
that I need further development in this (Home Disability Services Commission,"
transition into the profession through
area in breaking down its meaning and 2017).
prodding collaborative activities, and
application (AITSL, 2014).
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Use self-diagnostic tools and work with Supports my development of element 7.2
peers, school communities and school through proving explicit training on the
2017).
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Identify element that I need to Plan for professional learning. Professional Networks
enhance.
7.3 Engage
Element 7.3 examines my ability you In response to building my understanding Mind matters & Beyond Blue.
with the
understand the strategies for working of this element I will The mind matters are a mental health
parents/carers
effetely, sensitively and confidentially Access relevant and current theory to initiative aimed at secondary schools
with parents/ careers (AITSL, 2014). In further my understanding of strategies (MindMatters, 2017). This framework
developing this element, I feel that I will to work confidentially with parents. provides a structure, guidance and
require exploring this element of a Use the teachers code of professional support that allows students to build their
whole considering that feel I have a practice to outline strategies that are own mental health strategies
limited expire cue with this notion appropriate for communication and is (MindMatters, 2017). This network
(AITSL, 2014). While I can work with professionally with parents and care supports my professional development
families and careers there is in many givers. through the elegant of the learning model
cases the need to be confidential and Use the learning online module created 3 with a focus on communication in the
specific discussion can essential for the by Mind matters and beyond blue to school envrionmnet (MindMatters,
student(AITSL, 2014). gather strategies to communicate 2017). While this network is aimed at
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confidently with parents and care secondary school many of the strategies
givers (Mind Matters, 2014). and principles can be adapted and used in
education Queensland relating to the This resource also provides topic through
privacy act relating to the legal school, face to face events, webinars and
2017).
Education Queensland.
Conclusion
To conclude it can be seen that through the construction and development of profession learning goals and the explicit steps that I
have outlined in order to achieve these goals that I have constructed an explicit and effective learning plan that when placed into
action will allow me to actively demonstrate my understanding of the Australian professional teaching standards at a graduate level
educator(AITSL, 2014).
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