Professional Development
"The law and justice curriculum is making such a difference for my students and me. Students responded well to the activities, and were really intrigued when they examined laws from the past. The [real-life] scenarios were most engaging because they provided great fodder for debate as well as deeper analysis and critical thinking."
Law and Justice Professional Development
Education Development Center, Inc. (EDC)’s approach to professional development is based on both a synthesis of educational research and our extensive experience in offering programs that prepare teachers and administrators to implement educational innovations. This approach incorporates characteristics that research suggests are most likely to positively influence classroom practice and, ultimately, student learning.
Professional development for the Law and Justice curriculum is designed to focus on instructional strategies. Participants engage in inquiry, collaborate, take part in hands on activities from the curriculum, and reflect on their practice.
EDC provides professional development and technical assistance for schools and districts. Professional development options include: summer institutes, school-based workshops, interactive webinars, and online moderated forums. EDC encourages a sustained approach to professional development.
Sample Professional Development for Foundations in Law
- The Role of Questions in Promoting Student Engagement and Learning
- Fostering Critical Thinking: Student Inquiry in the Classroom
- Developing Students’ Skills to Prepare Them for College and Careers
Sample Professional Development for Foundations in Criminal Justice
- Project-based Learning in Action
- Courageous Conversations on Controversial Issues
- Instructional Strategies for Fostering Youth Empowerment
For more information on professional development and technical assistance for the Law and Justice curriculum, contact Eliza Fabillar at efabillar@edc.org.
