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2.2.4 Professional Development Measures

This aspect will assess efforts taken by a teacher to stay updated and develop proficiency

and pursuit in the path of self-improvement.

• Do I contribute to the exploration of new avenues to build up the skills?

• Am I open to innovations in teaching methodology?

• Do I learn from peers that should be done regularly –by class observation and
interaction?

• Do I have Information about required skill development?

• Do I read books related to new pedagogical approaches?

• Am I a part of cluster schools where inter-school lesson observation and sharing of
ideas can take place?

• Do I regularly and actively participate in the in-house training sessions?

• Do I explore innovative strategies for self-improvement? CHAPTER 2 : TEACHERS’ RESPONSIBILITIES

• Do I attempt to achieve goals, follow ‘SMART’: Specific – Measurable – Attainable –

Realistic –Time frame?

• Am I honest to myself and do a SWOT test?

• Do I create a professional development plan for myself by identifying specific
career goals?

• Do I chart out a course of action – do I seek help from seniors?

• Do I create a flow chart of self-developments?

QUOTABLE

The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write,
but those who cannot learn, unlearn and relearn.

— Alvin Toffler
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