Teacher Professional Development Beyond Workshops
Schools are moving away from isolated, one-off professional development workshops toward continuous learning models designed to build lasting teacher confidence with modern classroom technology. This shift reflects a broader recognition that sustainable educator growth requires ongoing support rather than sporadic training events. The approach aims to better equip teachers to integrate ed-tech tools effectively into daily instruction.
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Key takeaways
One-off workshops are giving way to continuous, sustained professional development models for teachers.
Building teacher confidence with classroom technology is a central goal of modern PD strategies.
Ongoing support structures are seen as more effective than isolated training events for long-term educator growth.
Teacher professional development is evolving beyond traditional workshops to meet the dynamic needs of modern educators. With changing educational landscapes, schools require robust, flexible solutions to support teachers in integrating technology and fostering effective teaching strategies. A survey of incoming teachers revealed that over half of them lacked confidence in using learning technology. So, how can professional development programs bridge this gap?
Welcome to Unbox Innovation, the podcast by Boxlight. In this episode, host Michelle Dawn Mooney explores a transformative approach to teacher professional development with two esteemed guests: Taylor-Ann Charles, a Training & Development Specialist at EOS Education by Boxlight, and Bernadette Moreno, an Education Mentor and Adult Learning Coordinator at the Phoenix Union High School. Together, they discuss how partnerships like theirs go beyond workshops to create impactful, sustainable teacher training initiatives.
Key Discussion Points:
- Hands-on, Real-Time Training: EOS Education provides tailored support, including one-on-one training and classroom walkthroughs, to ensure teachers can immediately apply what they learn.
- Leveraging Technology for Accessibility: Tools like Microsoft Immersive Reader and Dictate are empowering teachers to reach exceptional student services (ESS) and English Language Development (ELD) populations effectively.
- Building Collaboration: Co-teaching models and asynchronous tools such as shared OneNote notebooks are fostering teamwork among educators to enhance classroom experiences.
Taylor-Ann Charles is an experienced Training and Development Specialist at Boxlight, where she excels in instructional design, simplifying complex content for diverse audiences, and delivering interactive, impactful training sessions. With a background in teaching and leadership roles, Taylor-Ann has demonstrated a commitment to fostering self-efficacy and strengthening skills through personalized feedback and engaging training strategies.
Bernadette Moreno brings 27 years of experience within the Phoenix Union High School District. Starting as a classroom teacher, she now mentors new educators and coordinates professional learning initiatives, driving impactful changes across her district.
About the author
Michelle Dawn Mooney is a media professional and host known for her work in broadcast journalism and B2B content.
