Discussion Post
The focus is on the teacher as a professional with emphasis on professional development and collaborative practices.
Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:
o Which professional organizations, such as NEA, AFT, Phi Delta Kappa, or ASCD, are you considering joining? What are your reasons?
o What advantages and disadvantages of joining are most important to you? Explain and provide specific rationale to support your answer.
Review the College's Conceptual Framework.
o How does this topic link to the College's Conceptual Framework and the framework's philosophical relationship to effective teacher preparation?
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.