“Learning from a friend is better than learning from a teacher,” this proverb holds true in any educational environment, especially preschool. Innovating professional development is key to “learning from friends” effectively, enhancing teaching quality for young children. Right after graduating with a preschool education degree, I realized this and have always strived to apply it in my teaching practice.
The Importance of Innovating Professional Development
Professional development is not just a place for teachers to share experiences, but also a place to learn, improve knowledge, and update teaching methods. A dynamic and creative professional development environment will help teachers maximize their potential, thereby bringing more engaging and beneficial lessons to children. Ms. Nguyen Thi Lan, a renowned preschool education expert, once said: “Innovating professional development is innovating thinking, and innovating thinking is innovating education.” I completely agree with this view. For example, applying the Montessori method to activities at preschools in Binh Duong has brought unexpected results in developing children’s thinking and skills.
Ways to Innovate Professional Development
So how do we innovate professional development? There are many ways, from small changes to major improvements. For instance, instead of just sitting and listening to reports, teachers can participate in practical activities, group discussions, and share real-world experiences. Organizing study visits to Tan Viet My Preschool in District 12 is also an effective way to learn. Or simply, applying information technology to professional development, such as using presentation software and illustrative videos, will make the sessions more lively and engaging.
Utilizing Information Technology
I remember a story about a young teacher at my school. She was very hesitant to share in professional development sessions because she was afraid of public speaking. But when encouraged to use PowerPoint for presentations, she became much more confident. Her presentation was not only informative but also very creative, highly appreciated by everyone. From then on, that young teacher became more active and enthusiastically participated in school activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How to create enthusiasm for teachers to participate in professional development? Create a comfortable, open environment that encourages creativity and sharing. Organize diverse activities that are appropriate for teachers’ needs and interests.
- Is it necessary to organize professional development regularly? Organizing regular professional development is essential to update teachers’ knowledge and skills, thereby improving teaching quality. You can refer to the principal’s plan for April for preschool for more ideas.
- How to evaluate the effectiveness of professional development? Effectiveness can be assessed through positive changes in teachers’ teaching methods, as well as children’s progress. For example, after learning from experiences about preschool lesson plans for drawing roosters, the teachers successfully applied them in the classroom and received positive feedback from the children.
Conclusion
Innovating professional development in preschools is a continuous process that requires the effort of the entire team. Let’s work together to build an increasingly developed preschool education environment for the bright future of our children. Please leave a comment, share this article, and explore more content on our website. Contact us immediately at 0372999999 or visit us at 234 Hao Nam, Hanoi. Our customer care team is always ready to assist you 24/7.