This video provides a brief overview of the Professional Development Unit Provider System (PDUPS), including its purpose and how it supports professional learning for Montana educators. The video introduces key features of the system and the role of approved providers in documenting professional learning. 

This video introduces the key terms and vocabulary used in the updated Professional Development Unit Provider System (PDUPS). It defines commonly used terms such as hosts, instructors, users, events, and PDUs to help viewers understand the language used throughout the system and navigate PDUPS with confidence. 

Standards for Professional Learning offer educators the latest knowledge and insights to design, implement, and sustain high-quality professional learning.

Standards lead to environments in which all educators and students have access to powerful learning.

Knowles’ Adult Learning Theory (andragogy) explains how adults learn differently than children and emphasizes that adult learners are self-directed, goal-oriented, and bring prior experiences that shape new learning. It highlights that effective adult learning is most impactful when it is relevant, problem-centered, and immediately applicable to real-world contexts. The theory also stresses the importance of learner autonomy, practical application, and opportunities for reflection and collaboration in professional learning environments.