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A Talented, Dedicated, and Well-Prepared Teacher in Every Classroom: Information Kit - September 1999

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                  PERCEIVED EFFECTIVENESS OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT           Percentage of Teachers Indicating Activity Improved Teaching a Lot            TRADITIONAL ACTIVITIES             In-Depth Study in Main Subject Area   28%             Integrating Technology                21%             Implementing Standards                12%             COLLABORATIVE ACTIVITIES             Team Planning Period                  40%             Mentoring by Another Teacher          34%             Regular Collaboration with Others     29%  SOURCE: NCES, Teacher Quality: A Report on the Preparation and Qualifications of Public          School Teachers, 1999

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