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	College in the Schools (CIS)

	Benefits for Students, Teachers, and Schools Participating Schools Professional Development for Teachers Course Offerings CIS: Research & Evaluation Concurrent Enrollment: Research and Policy Teacher Qualifications and Application Process CIS Teacher Resources CIS Student Resources Program Staff, Faculty, and Advisory Board Members

College in the Schools - Professional Development for Teachers

College in the Schools, Twin Cities believes providing support and professional development for its teachers is one of the most important things it does.

College in the Schools provides continuous, discipline-specific professional development for every participating teacher. As a result, CIS connects teachers with each other and with U of M faculty, staff, and resources. Addressing the content, pedagogy, and assessment of the University course they teach, CIS professional development consists of:

Workshops (fall, spring, and summer)
Classroom observation/mentoring
Listserv dialogue with colleagues
Password-protected course-specific resources on the CIS Web site
Collegial networking opportunities with other participating CIS teachers

What makes CIS professional development outstanding?

CIS professional development is ongoing – teachers participate every year that they teach for CIS.
CIS professional development consistently focuses on the content, pedagogy, and assessment of the courses CIS teachers teach. This consistent focus builds tremendous depth of understanding and skills among CIS teachers.
CIS delivers professional development that links high school teachers with current research and professional discourse.

What do teachers say about CIS professional development? (anonymous testimony from 2003 Program Impact Survey)

“The single greatest strength of College in the Schools is the professional development provided to teachers.”
“Nothing has done more to influence my success and excitement as a teacher than College in the Schools. The connection to my colleagues has been incalculable and I can’t imagine teaching in my subject area without it.”
“I am very pleased with the support and encouragement I've gotten from participating. In times of budget cuts, it has given me the rare chance for professional development.”
“CIS has had a great impact on both me and my teaching. I think all teachers would benefit from attending these workshops.”


Quick Facts

	In 2004-05, CIS provided an average of 21 hours of professional development for every CIS teacher. These content-specific professional development hours are provided at no charge to teachers. 98% of teachers responding to a recent survey indicated that their involvement in CIS has re-energized them professionally, made them feel better connected to their discipline, and provided a strong, supportive community.

For more information on other continuing education programs, call 612-624-4000.