The Teaching Space

Introduction In this episode we will explore professional learning communities, often referred to as PLCs. What Professional Learning Communities ARE They are typically (note the word “typically”): Groups of teachers or trainers, from the same organisation, gathering regularly to learn together and share good practice and ideas Led by teachers, not senior leadership Part of an organisation’s CPD schedule Led by a teacher facilitator (although the facilitator could easily change every time of there is a standard agenda and process) Planned well in advance with themes Face-to-face (although there is no reason online wouldn’t work) What Professional Learning Communities ARE NOT PLCs should not be (note the word “should”): Moan fests For Union related discussion Negative To gather data Token CPD Benefits of PLCs There are many benefits to PLCs. They can: Empower teachers through the ownership of their CPD Create a feeling of togetherness - this is important for teachers in need of support Be a place for inno