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LSIS Research Development Fellowship (RDF) projects 2010-2011: What Water Works? – A case study of a department’s practice in CPD

    Resource Type: 
    eg
    PID: 
    eg:4289
    Description: 

    A case study exploring the provision of CPD for staff in an ESOL department, and the barriers to engaging with CPD. that those staff experienced

    Document: 
    PDF icon Sam Shepherd- Final report.pdf
    Taxonomy: 
    Practitioner Research and Evidence Hub: 
    Yes
    Principal focus of the project: 

    The case study focused on the provision of action research networks, mentoring sessions, co-coaching and peer observation, attempting to overcome barriers to CPD identified in the pre-study research. Data was gathered through surveys and interviews.

    What is this about and what were the main findings: 

    The case study found that CPD was generally perceived as a formal endeavour, with value placed on the formal training and courses, as well as formal qualifications for completing them. Less value was attributed to procedural elements such as INSET days. Participants also highlighted training with practical application as being highly valued. Time was frequently cited as the main barrier to participating in CPD.

    Number of learner participants: 
    N/A
    Number of staff participants: 
    N/A
    Number of organisation participants: 
    2-5
    Name(s) of authors: 

    Sam Shepherd - Kirklees College

    Name of associate programmes: 

    LSIS Research Development Fellowship