"This third edition represents the gold standard of resources for those working in the field of professional development. My staff and I highly recommend this book as a primary resource for designing and continuously improving professional development programs for teachers of science and mathematics. Unlike other resources, this unique and important book provides current research, an updated strategic planning framework, and access to a portfolio of best practices for informing your work." —Sally Goetz Shuler, Executive Director National Science Resources Center "In the 21st century when STEM education has become vital for our students and our nation and the importance of quality professional development has increased at least tenfold, this seminal work should be required reading for every education leader. It is both practical and scholarly in guiding a school toward a culture of continuous learning and improvement." —Harold Pratt, President, Science Curriculum Inc. Former President, National Science Teachers Association The classic guide for designing robust science and mathematics professional development programs! This expanded edition of one of the most widely cited resources in the field of professional learning for mathematics and science educators demonstrates how to design professional development for teachers that is directly linked to improving student learning. Presenting an updated professional development (PD) planning framework, the third edition of the bestseller reflects current research on PD design, underscores how beliefs and local factors can influence the PD design, illustrates a wide range of PD strategies, and emphasizes the importance of: Continuous program monitoring Combining strategies to address diverse needs Building cultures that sustain learning An inspiring blend of theory and practical wisdom, Designing Professional Development for Teachers of Science and Mathematics remains a highly regarded reference for improving professional practice and student achievement.

Table of Contents:
Foreword by Dennis Sparks Acknowledgments About the Authors Introduction What Has Happened Since the First and Second Editions The Enduring Challenges of Professional Development Carrying on Susan Loucks-Horsley’s Work Purpose of the Book Changes in the Third Edition The Audience for This Book Organization of the Book How to Use This Book Values Shared by the Authors 1. A Framework for Designing Professional Development Inputs Into the Design Process The Design and Implementation Process 2. Knowledge and Beliefs Supporting Effective Professional Development Learners and Learning Teachers and Teaching The Nature of Science and Mathematics Adult Learning and Professional Development The Change Process 3. Context Factors Influencing Professional Development Students and Their Learning Needs Teachers and Their Learning Needs Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment Practices, and the Learning Environment Organizational Culture and Professional Learning Communities Leadership National, State, and Local Policies Available Resources Families and Communities Resources for Investigating Context 4. Critical Issues to Consider in Designing Professional Development Building Capacity for Sustainability Making Time for Professional Development Developing Leadership Ensuring Equity Building a Professional Learning Culture Garnering Public Support Scaling Up 5. Strategies for Professional Learning Selecting Strategies for a Professional Development Structures A Repertoire of Stratgies for Professional Learning 6. The Design Framework in Action Tapping the Knowledge Bases, Framing Beliefs: "We Stood on the Shoulders of Giants" Knowledge and Beliefs About the Nature of Learning and Teaching Mathematics and Science Equity Matters: "All Humans Are Educable" Knowledge and Beliefs About Teachers Knowledge of Effective Professional Development Knowledge of the Change Process Reflect and Revise: Experience as a Source of Knowledge Making Compromises Context The Professional Development Design Process Design Framework in Action: Cases References Index