IDEAL FUTURE Work Package 3 Pedagogical Model

25 Each region or county would have an institution dedicated to professional development - it would be shared, with a common goal. Appropriate environment - when learning about technology, it is accessible. E.g. if about VR (Virtual Reality), then it is available, not just theoretical learning about what it could be used for. Leadership that motivates professional development. (LV in-service teacher 7 years) Developing it and changing it over time as you yourself as an education, maybe gain more overall knowledge and that you become more comfortable with the students in your class or the students in your school. Because if you're learning, your students are learning and don't gate keep, keep sharing with your peers as teacher is on your students because it just makes everyone better in the long run. (IE P15) So, we used a school hour, but then it was like a sustained model, where like 6 weeks later we do a check in and then a session Lastly following on to the having the option of attending to view practice. ….. I suppose linking that at the next step is bringing to the professional learning community, which encourages research around it. (IE P16) So, it has to be continuous …. and they need to understand that. (IE P22) The discussions also highlighted that the professional learning experiences needs to promote a ‘can do mindset’ descriptions implied that it should be positive, empower staff, and inspire them to change their practice. Due to the lack of confidence some educators face encouraging positivity and inspiring them was described as a key characteristic. This would enable educators to build confidence to make change. “Uhm, yes, in this matter I think we need to have a slightly more strategic vision, perhaps to be able to ensure that all teachers implement this in the classroom and in the organization of the school.” (Sp P31) The main thing is to have a desire to learn new things and keep up with the times. It can be observed that there is often a lack of appreciation for technology among colleagues. People tend to be afraid of strangers, of making mistakes (LV, in-service teacher, 3 years). So, I think there's a lot in terms of the self-belief and like communicating to them that they can, and you know be activists were if you like for positive change in their own. (IE P30) I need to educate my student teachers here and I need to create a kind of mindset that there we need to get familiar, and we need to be friends with the technology and the new recent development so they can be effective teachers in their profession. (IE P28) Also discussed was the need for professional learning to empower them to make change, giving teachers ownership of their own learning was critical and this could model good practice. “I would like to have the opportunity to participate in research projects in collaboration with educational institutions and experts in the field of educational technology. And those projects will allow me to explore new ideas, develop innovative solutions, and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field.” (Sp P2) Courses would take place on a free day/week when there are no other jobs in parallel. In a beautiful environment where all technical support is available. Excellent specialists who demonstrate not only the practical application, but also explain the pedagogical value. Courses could include case studies. Explanations in plain language. It is also important to receive encouragement, for example, to learn about the top 20 most current apps, tools, and what part of the lesson they can be used for (LV, in-service teacher, 2 years). So, you kind of have to upskill and put CPD (Continuing Professional Development) in place. It might be informal, yeah, but that's still CPD..