1) most teaching is weak in critical thinking

2) district budgets and purchasing time for teachers to spend in Professional Learning Communities with coaches

3) implementation training is the critical change needed, but support is mandatory during the process

4) alignment is needed between professional development and school improvement plans

5) allowing time for peer observation, modeling and coaching

Collaborative teams share in joint work that:

• provides shared responsibility for the work of teaching

• shows collective conceptions of autonomy

• supports teachers with initiatives and leadership

• provides access to group affiliations grounded in professional development