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The following articles, taken from recent issues of our Optimus newsletters, will prove invaluable for anyone with a professional or personal interest in CPD provision. To ensure you stay up-to-date with the very latest thinking in this area, please make use of the articles below. If you can’t find what you’re looking for here, simply click on another category on the left or 'search the library'.

Managing challenging behaviour | CPD provision

Pupils' challenging behaviour tops the list as the most stressful part of teaching; but can it be managed by teacher training? The effects of CPD on behaviour management are investigated by Elizabeth Holmes

Teachers share their thoughts on the TLA | CPD provision

Can the Teacher Learning Academy double the number of teachers it has enrolled by 2011? What are the benefits of signing up? Four teachers describe their involvement with the academy

Empowering teaching assistants to raise standards | CPD provision

Muriel Thomson tells how she has transformed the way support staff are used at Brixham College, Devon, bringing wide-reaching benefits across the school

From compliance with the curriculum to creativity in the classroom | CPD provision

With a more creative and flexible secondary curriculum on the horizon, Rebecca Patterson and Debra Kidd explore what it could mean for CPD

Every Child Matters: challenges and opportunities for CPD | CPD provision

What impact will Every Child Matters have on CPD in schools? According to Steven Coombs and Mike Calvert, it will be huge; and schools need to be ready

Helping hands: making best use of TAs | CPD provision

To allow full use of teaching assistants, curriculum managers need to ensure both TAs and teachers have the support they need. This involves quality line management and a clear understanding of how to plan for effective learning, Lynn Maidment explains

Assisting the assistants: CPD for teaching assistants | CPD provision

Are schools rising to the challenge of CPD for the whole workforce? Elizabeth Holmes investigates what schools need to do to ensure everyone receives professional development

Lessons from America | CPD provision

Last year 12 sixth-form teachers applied to TEAM (The European-Atlantic Movement) to take part in a sponsored study trip to America to deepen and broaden their knowledge of US politics, government and culture. One of them shares his experience

Creating research-informed practitioners: the BERA Professional User Reviews | CPD provision

The BERA Professional User Reviews, published in 2003, aimed to critically inform the thinking of practitioners about research. Kate Wall uses them as a focus to argue that the closing of the theory-practice divide is becoming more and more relevant in 2008

Providing CPD for teachers of children with SEN | CPD provision

Nasen promotes the development of children and young people with special educational needs (SEN). Chief executive officer Lorraine Petersen explains their CPD offering

The 'lesson study' model of classroom enquiry | CPD provision

Lesson study is a form of classroom enquiry from the Far East that focuses on improving an aspect of teaching and learning through collaborative long-term study. Pete Dudley describes its background and how it has been adapted for use in England

Evidence-informed practice | CPD provision

Teachers are being encouraged to use evidence to improve their practice. David Leat looks at three forms of evidence-informed professional enquiry – tinkering, action research and design research

Developing teachers' personal effectiveness | CPD provision

Susannah Temple uses concepts from transactional analysis to highlight an important psychological issue for teachers in developing their own identity as effective practitioners

Developing reflective practice through team work | CPD provision

Consultant Harriet Goodman describes two years' work with staff at New Rush Hall special school to help build even more reflective practice

Parents as partners in children's early learning and development | CPD provision

Helen Wheeler describes how the PEAL training programme helped practitioners to develop parents' involvement in their children’s learning

Teacher research mentoring | CPD provision

Who is on hand to assist a teacher to undertake enquiry into their practice in order to improve it? Sarah Fletcher explains the role of the research mentor

Learning outside the classroom: examining the school grounds | CPD provision

David Storrie describes a course on learning outside the classroom that has allowed teachers to critically examine their school grounds

A global career with global choice | CPD provision

Teaching abroad is no longer seen as a sideways move that could harm career progression. Steve Caulfield of the Alice Smith School, Kuala Lumpar, describes some of the opportunities

Student anxiety under the spotlight | CPD provision

'Pretty scary'. Is this how pupils and students feel when asked questions or when they have to present in class? If so, does it matter and what can teachers do about it? Research by Dr Julie Anderson, academic coordinator for ESCalate, HE Academy Subject Centre for Education, based at the Graduate School of Education, University of Bristol, explains

A teacher's perspective on teacher research and its impact | CPD provision

Is doing research time well spent? Mike Kelly of Ivybridge Community College, Devon, found that the results were positive for both individuals and for schools

Training for SENCOs: Learning Walks | CPD provision

Carol Frankl describes how the concept of the Learning Walk has been adapted for accredited SENCO training and the positive effect this has had on trainees' perception of their work

Reflective learning journal or blog? Using social technologies | CPD provision

What about introducing the concept of a reflective learning journal to students as a blog? Geoff Tarrant, head of ICT/computing at Trinity School in Carlisle, explains how he 'hijacked' the new technologies loved by young people for educational use

Using a cascade approach to promote Philosophy for Children in schools | CPD provision

Philip Jenkins, a P6 teacher from Dunvant Primary School in Swansea, started using Philosophy for Children and became determined to get as many of his fellow teachers involved as possible

Delivering dance in primary schools | CPD provision

Dance specialist and SSCo Kim Spiller offers advice to primary teachers about delivering high-quality dance

Developing collaborative enquiry as a part of strategic CPD | CPD provision

Corina Seal describes how research lesson study was established at her school and has become embedded in its research and development activities

CPD for science teachers | CPD provision

By training the teachers to train the pupils, the burgeoning network of science learning centres aims to put Britain back at the leading edge of scientific exploration. Alison Redmore, director of the East of England SLC at the University of Hertfordshire explores its origins and its role

The Connect network: sharing good practice | CPD provision

The General Teaching Council of England’s Connect network provides a national mechanism for teachers to keep in contact with each other. Jane Hough, the GTC’s professional networks facilitator, describes some of the ways it helps CPD leaders to pool their knowledge

More CPD concepts, words and questions | CPD provision

Why is it wrong to look for evidence, and why should teachers have more time for theory? Cliff Jones continues his series examining the meanings of CPD words and concepts in current use

CPD in the USA | CPD provision

The USA is huge and diverse but a quick glance at Sam Hughes Elementary School in Tuscon, Arizona, can give some idea of how professional development helps teachers, reports Susan Clark

Lessons from Learning to Learn | CPD provision

What are the right conditions for teacher learning? Teachers need a working space where they have freedom to think, innovate and learn, say David Leat and Kate Wall

Using the SEAL material in Peterborough | CPD provision

Toby Wood and Nick Guest describe how they have encouraged implementation of the SEAL materials in Peterborough primary schools.

CPD terms and concepts to debate | CPD provision

Cliff Jones invites readers to challenge the meanings of words and concepts with more definitions of terms in current use and questions to stimulate discussion

Relating CPD needs to potential impact | CPD provision

CPD Update editor Cliff Jones outlines an activity designed to help teachers and colleagues to explore their professional needs and gain an early understanding of the kind of impact that might result from addressing those needs

Examining the impact of postgraduate professional development | CPD provision

Cliff Jones reviews a report revealing the positive impact of postgraduate professional development

Making sense of professional learning | CPD provision

Cliff Jones explores the problematic issues involved in 'learning from our own professional learning'

Planning for teacher learning | CPD provision

Planning for teacher learning has to be a key priority, says David Leat.

CPD for Teaching Assistants: reading | CPD provision

Linda Evans suggests how SENCOs can plan and deliver training on subjects which feature prominently in the role of most teaching assistants (TAs)

Exploratory research in schools | CPD provision

Joanna Johnston discusses the implications of exploratory research in schools for teachers, managers and researchers.

Learning for all stages of a teacher's career | CPD provision

The Teacher Learning Academy provides a structure for rigorous professional development. Dr Anne Jasman, policy adviser with the GTCE and her colleague Sara Morgan, head of professional learning, national partnerships and quality, describe the opportunities available.

Training and support with new government initiatives | CPD provision

Government initiatives should be accompanied by more training and support, says Geri Skwarek.

Developing PPD in partnership | CPD provision

Mandy Winters and David Wood of Oxford Brookes University describe how their university is working with Redborne Upper School and Samuel Whitbread Community College in Bedfordshire.

A flexible approach to postgraduate study | CPD provision

Sean Cavan, head of CPD at Sheffield Hallam University describes some of the approaches to postgraduate study that SHU has developed together with its partners, and the impact they can have on teaching colleagues and their schools.

Chartered Teacher Status: Motivating teachers in Scotland | CPD provision

Scotland’s Standard for Chartered Teacher has gained international recognition for a programme that has led to a transformation in CPD. Rosa Murray, professional officer (CPD) at the General Teaching Council for Scotland, describes its origins and its effect.

School visits abroad: invaluable to pupils and staff | CPD provision

Headteachers Anne Clarke and Annabelle Guyver analyse the benefits that trips abroad bring to participating pupils and to the staff leading them.

Structured professional development in Wales | CPD provision

Hayden Llewellyn describes the development of the Chartered Teacher Programme in Wales.

Recognising professional expertise in science education | CPD provision

Science teachers are in the vanguard of gaining professional recognition linked to M-level standards. Derek Bell explains.

Masters study for teachers | CPD provision

For Alison Kitson, embarking on a MA meant taking a solitary path, but things have changed since then. She explains the new attitude to one of the most highly regarded forms of CPD.

Key findings on effective CPD | CPD provision

SENCOs have an important role to play in providing continuing professional development for their colleagues in schools. A recent Ofsted survey lists recommendations for improving practice.

The importance of windows on the school | CPD provision

Many governors’ influence in their schools falls short of the model suggested by law, regulations, training, and the perceptions of politicians and the press.

Preparing a training session part one: the logistics | CPD provision

Sally Eaton begins a three-part series designed to support managers and leaders who are considering providing some in-house training for their staff.

Building a professional development portflio: a guide for managers | CPD provision

An effective professional development system is essential for your setting. Steve Mynard explains how to set one up.

Critical questions for CPD coordinators | CPD provision

Do mistakes and critical professional learning go together? Should we plan for evaluation? Cliff Jones presents a list of questions to encourage reflection.

CPD priorities: national and personal | CPD provision

The Welsh Assembly Government has taken a lead on recognising the individual professional needs of teachers. Gary Brace, chief executive, General Teaching Council for Wales, explains.

Helping adults develop | CPD provision

Sara Bubb of the Institute of Education in London discusses the implications of research into adult learning for their professional development.

Learning not to teach | CPD provision

Teacher and group facilitator Celia Baly describes the challenge of getting out of the way so that children and young people can talk about how emotions affect their experience.

A critical professional learning framework | CPD provision

Forthcoming changes will require education professionals to engage with and influence policy. Cliff Jones presents a framework to help CPD leaders develop a comprehensive approach to these challenges.

Collaborative leadership and professional development in Buckinghamshire | CPD provision

Judy Durrant and John Bartholomew of Canterbury Christ Church University describe developments that are leading to real and sustainable improvements in CPD and pupil’s learning.

Using NPSLBA to transform behaviour and raise attendance | CPD provision

Using NPSLBA to transform behaviour and raise attendance.

Better behaviour: lead professionals point way to whole-school improvement | CPD provision

Daniela Sommefeldt tells how a national programme for specialist leaders of behaviour and attendance is empowering those who attend it and inspiring them to move forward to bring about whole-school improvements in their own school context.

Med: How did I get involved in this? | CPD provision

Lisa Crosswood describes the benefits of a modular Masters degree in Education.

Encouraging research for publication | CPD provision

Publishing research is an excellent form of professional development says Stephen Merrill.

Why your setting needs CPD | CPD provision

Sally Eaton examines the benefits of CPD and the line manager’s role in implementing it.

Performance management: monitoring and review | CPD provision

Neil Short looks at the second and third stages of the PM cycle: monitoring and review.

Support childminder scheme comes to Milton Keynes | CPD provision

Jane Webb is the support childminder coordinator in Milton Keynes, employed by Milton Keynes Council and working within the childcare team at Galley Hill Education Centre in partnership with the National Childminding Association (NCMA). She recounts how her local authority set up its support childminder scheme.

Case study: the Effective Early Learning Project | CPD provision

Pauline Cox explains what was involved in taking part in the Effective Early Learning (EEL) Project.

Effective Early Learning project | CPD provision

The Effective Early Learning (EEL) Project, aims to improve the quality of children’s learning in early years settings. Pauline Cox explains the project's aims.

Training your staff | CPD provision

In her second article on training, Sally Eaton looks at some everyday opportunities.

Should teachers of citizenship be certified? | CPD provision

Dr Hugh Starkey discusses two pilot CPD courses, part of a new DfES initiative on citizenship.

Internationalism in 'theory' and 'practice' | CPD provision

Cynthia Jones argues that active internationalism is an essential part of CPD for citizenship.

Citizenship INSET at Hartford High School | CPD provision

Careful planning and clear outcomes made for a successful citizenship INSET event.

How has the role of deputy head changed? | CPD provision

Deputy head Rob Bray considers how his responsibilities have changed over the years as the core function of deputy headship has developed from ‘management’ into ‘leadership’.

INSET to deliver the global dimension – Manchester DEP | CPD provision

Tips for running staff training in the global dimension of citizenship, by Topsy Page, Manchester DEP.

Equipping the workforce: role of SENCOs | CPD provision

The Education and Skills Committee report on SEN includes a brief but important analysis of the role of the SENCO, which highlights a major gap between policy rhetoric and reality.

SENCOs and ICT | CPD provision

Many SENCOs, though aware of the benefits of ICT, are a bit wary of its complexities. Gerald Haigh provides a user-friendly guide

Staff training in Citizenship at Hethersett High School | CPD provision

Planning, preparation and staff INSET for a Black Achievement Festival to coincide with Black History Month

Citizenship INSET at Eaton Bank School | CPD provision

An INSET session on 'the global dimension in citizenship education' was run by the Head of Citizenship at Eaton Bank, Congleton in Cheshire.

Cross-curricular global awareness – NEAD | CPD provision

This project has shown how some 'blockages' to greater global awareness in schools can be unblocked. The challenge now is to share and learn from our experiences. By Sandy Betlem, NEAD.

Reflections on the Certificate of School Business Management course | CPD provision

The Certificate of School Business Management is fast becoming an essential qualification for all school finance staff. But what is the course actually like from a delegate's perspective? SFM asked a recent delegate to share her views

Unveil your hidden power in school: developing facilitation | CPD provision

Philippa Bogle compares and contrasts facilitation, coaching, mentoring and counselling

Teaching the teachers: opening minds curriculum | CPD provision

Leslie Spencer takes us on her learning journey, inspiring learners to love learning. Are you prepared to have your preconceptions, philosophies and pedagogy challenged? A teacher's tale of the 'Opening Minds' curriculum.

The Critical Skills Programme: rising above critical levels | CPD provision

Many teachers who have gone through the Critical Skills Programme (CSP) have declared it has changed the way they teach forever. Why does the programme raise such enthusiasm? Colin Weatherley, manager of CSP in Scotland, looks at its development and explains its strengths.

CSP in theory and practice | CPD provision

Alison Fox looks at the social constructivist underpinnings of CSP and explains how she put the theory into practice in her postgraduate work with teachers in Scotland.

The East Sussex self-review checklists | CPD provision

The role of self-review is gaining in importance. Cliff Jones considers why teachers need to look at their own practice and presents a useful tool for critical professional learning.

Developing the use of Teachers' TV | CPD provision

Jonathon Fletcher, an assistant head at Isleworth and Syon school, looks at staff attitudes to Teachers’ TV and ways of using this resource for CPD.

Making a difference: a model illuminating the impact of PPD | CPD provision

Jim Christophers and Chris Bryan of the college of St Mark and St John examine the problems of assessing impact and present a model that takes account of the individual and the wider community.

Using the national standards for CPD | CPD provision

Kit Field, the chair of the CPD Committee of the Universities Council for the Education of Teachers (UCET) looks at the revised national standards from the point of view of CPD.

PPD impact? Show me the evidence! | CPD provision

Richard Jenkin and Alan Tucker present accounts of the impact of postgraduate professional development (PPD) on learning and teaching gathered from schools across Cornwall.

Developing a high-performance culture | CPD provision

How can school leaders and managers create an environment in which highly effective work can take place at all levels and all times? Former deputy head John Jackson suggests an approach.

Teachers' TV and CPD | CPD provision

Cliff Jones looks at some useful tools for professional development on the channel’s website.

ASE award for science teachers | CPD provision

The Association for Science Education (ASE), in collaboration with the Science Council, offers a professional qualification for science education professionals.

National standards and school CPD policy | CPD provision

Now that the consultation period on the new national standards has closed and their coming importance has been underlined in the TDA’s report to Ruth Kelly, CPD leaders need to build a picture of how they might become part of a school’s CPD policy. Cliff Jones raises some questions.

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