In addition, interactive video is used with considerable frequency. Each GLRS decides their own annual plan, with considerable coordination and collaboration among and across regions. Staffed with a director, and, on a locally determined basis, another consultant, each GLRS plans targeted training and responds to individual and group TA requests. GRLS also support consortiums for groups of TA recipients. For example, there is a consortia for teachers, and a consortia for special education directors.
Consortiums provide a venue for discussion of issues, challenges and practices.
Finally, the GLRS assist in personnel preparation through work in certification or endorsement areas. The state GLRS for 3 to 21 is the responsibility of John O Connor, an SEA staff person. The GLRSs have a standard evaluation form that used for all training activities consistently throughout the state. It rates satisfaction, teacher knowledge change and teacher report of child change. A new component of the evaluation includes a follow-up of TA recipients of selected TA events.