PD Resource Library
Included in this PD library are resources that have been carefully vetted and selected by staff from the Center for Advanced Study of Teaching and Learning (CASTL). Articles, online learning, web pages, and documents on specific topics can be narrowed down using the categories on the left or by searching for a particular keyword.
Please note: The links below direct you to a website not associated with the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Education (VDOE). The VDOE does not necessarily endorse the views expressed or the data and facts presented on the external sites.
| Type | Name | Description | For: | Source | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Web Page | ECLKC- NCQTL: 15 minute inservice suites | The 15-minute inservice suites provide (1) a short video that introduces an evidence-based practice corresponding to the NCQTL House framework, (2) a set of handouts ("Tips for Teachers," "Tips for Supervisors," "Helpful resources") and (3) a "Trainer version" of inservice suites with a PowerPoint presentation, Presenter Notes, and learning activities to deliver through workshops or professional learning communities (PLC's). | Administrators, Coaches, Teachers | ECLKC | Classroom Interactions and Organization |
| Web Page | ECLKC- NCQTL: 15 minute inservice suites cross-walk to CLASS | This table cross-walks all the 15-minute Inservice Suites with the CLASS dimensions. Use this Cross-Walk to identify specific Inservice Suites that correspond to areas of need assessed by the CLASS tool. Then go to the ECLKC-NCQTL: 15 minute inservice suites home page to find that suite. | Administrators, Coaches, Teachers | ECLKC | Classroom Interactions and Organization |
| Recorded Webinar | Teachstone (MyTeachingPartner- UVA)- Recorded Webinar | 1 hour Pre-recorded and live webinars on an array of topics related to CLASS, PD, and how to use and give feedback from CLASS data. | Administrators, Coaches, Teachers | Teachstone | Classroom Interactions and Organization, Other |
| Recorded Webinar | Promoting Positive Child Outcomes | 47-minute Teaching Strategies Webinar about promoting Positive Teacher Child Outcomes through interactions while implementing the Creative Curriculum. | Coaches, Teachers | Teaching Strategies | Classroom Interactions and Organization |
| Web Page | Environment Rating Scales | Information on the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale- Revised edition (ECERS-R) from the Frank Porter Graham institute, including how it was developed and an overview of the subscales and items. | Administrators, Coaches, Teachers | FPG | Classroom Interactions and Organization, Other |
| Web Page | ECLKC 15-minute inservice suites: Designing Environments | In this inservice suite, learn about features of the physical and social classroom environment that maximize young children's engagement and learning. This and other inservice suites provide (1) a short intro video, (2) a set of handouts ("Tips for Teachers," "Tips for Supervisors," "Helpful resources") and (3) a "Trainer version" of inservice suites with a PowerPoint presentation, Presenter Notes, and learning activities to deliver through workshops or professional learning communities (PLC's). | Administrators, Coaches, Teachers | ECLKC | Classroom Interactions and Organization, Other |
| Talk, Read and Sing Together Every Day!: It's Never Too Early to Help Your Child Learn. | This colorful, family-friendly 1-pager provides a language milestone chart and tips for parents to promote their child's language skills develop. | Family, Family Engagement Coordinators | Too Small to Fail | Content Specific | |
| Web Page | PALS- Activities | Classroom learning activities organized by the subskills measured by the PALS | Coaches, Teachers | PALS | Content Specific |
| Online Interactive Learning | IRIS-Module6: Dialogic Reading Practices | CONNECT Module (activities, handouts, videos, audio) about "Dialogic Reading Practices" | Coaches, Teachers | Dialogic Reading Practices | Content Specific |
| Web Page | ECLKC 15-minute inservice suites: Materials to Support Learning | This in-service suite explores guidelines on how to select classroom materials. Learn how to choose materials that engage children and encourage peer interaction and learning. This and other inservice suites provide (1) a short intro video , (2) a set of handouts ("Tips for Teachers," "Tips for Supervisors," "Helpful resources") and (3) a "Trainer version" of inservice suites with a PowerPoint presentation, Presenter Notes, and learning activities to deliver through workshops or professional learning communities (PLC's). | Coaches, Teachers | ECLKC | Classroom Interactions and Organization, Other |