In addition, facilitators carry out Learning From Practice groups at specific locations, local program sites, online, and individually. Conversations between the PDCs and local practitioners suggest an expanded interest in a state project to integrate the two approaches to Learning From Practice -practitioner inquiry and action research. Participating in the Learning From Practice professional development project provides a unique opportunity to select the approach that is most suitable to individual needs. Learning From Practice is open to ABE, GED, and ESL teachers, volunteers, administrators, and other staff from ABLE-funded programs. Participation is voluntary and must be approved by the participant's supervisor and regional Professional Development Center.
Practitioners develop systematic research plans.
Data is collected at the instructional or work site. Data is qualitative rather than quantitative. Value is placed on the development of a professional community. Leadership skills are fostered for future practitioner research groups. Participants develop a written project.