PL in a Pandemic

September 2020

I think like most educators at this time, I feel like I am on constant cognitive overload - like I have reached a cognitive capacity for processing information. There are so many words and so much to communicate…

Professional learning is more important than ever right now. Not just any professional learning...PL that is individualized and personalized. PL that is not just presented to fill the time slot.

Coaches. We are doing a disservice to educators if we are not supporting teachers with information they need right now so that they can be the best versions of themselves. We need to be there to help teachers bring their A-game.

As we all go back to school in various ways and formats, know this: teachers need to feel confident and competent. Do not stop professional learning. It is necessary. But do not overload teachers. Focus on essentials and provide on-going, in-the-moment PL.

Look out for:

Compassion Fatigue - Both within yourself and with the teachers you coach.

Cognitive Capacity Overload - When your brain is so full of new information, discoveries, and changes that you are exhausted.

Listen, really listen, to what teachers are saying and provide PL that supports their needs.

Change. Discover. Grow.

- Ginny