Many educators are turning to approaches more innovative than after-school lectures for further training. Hands-on was not a comfort area for them. But, for the teachers at Bardstown Elementary, it is now. Carmen Center appreciated the field trip, which gave her the opportunity to learn in the same manner as children. Burgess is pleased with the teachers' enthusiasm.
Teachers understand that, and they want a better background.
Although teacher Laura Steen thought the experience was valuable, she also wants individual training. Once everything is in place, I'm hoping that we can go back to what we need as teachers. Jones, the principal, advocates a creative approach to professional development. He also likes the money provided for it. For instance, he used federal funds to create an in-school center to help students improve their reading.