21st Century Professional

Development
Professional development in the 21st century gives
educators the tools and skills to stay modern with the
needs of students and allows them to plan ahead for
changing trends in education.
Why is 21st Professional
Development Important?
The goal of professional development for educators is
to go beyond maintenance and to create
sustainability and professional longevity.
Teachers need a variety of professional development
skills along with knowledge of their subject matter
and experience in order to be an effective teacher.
 Keys to Improving Teacher
Professional Development

1. Embrace Reflective Practice

2. Rely on and Collaborate with Colleagues
3. Use Coaching and Mentoring for Growth
4. Utilize Technology Resources to Build
Knowledge
21st Centrury Learning
Environment
Twenty-first century learning is the accumulation of
knowledge, work habits and soft skills, including digital
literacy, critical thinking and problem-solving, that will
help students lead successful careers in the modern
workplace. 
 A learning environment is a diverse platform where
users engage and interact to learn new skills. While
learners can learn in an array of settings, the term refers
to the more preferred and accurate alternative to
the traditional classroom. (Sergiy Movchan)
What Are The Factors That
Make A Positive Learning
Environment?
Following are the prime factors that contribute to
establishing an effective and positive learning
environment.

1. Professional Development
2. Digital Learning Culture
3. Address Learners’ Needs
4. Keep it Positive
5. Provide Feedback
6. Teacher Leadership
7. Celebrate Success
8. Employ Interactive Games and
Activities