Elements of the PDC Program

*    Location for observation and practicum experiences

 *   Presentations and Workshops

                  Authentic Assessment

                  Progress Folios

                  Thematic Teaching/Unit Topics  

                  Multiage Learning

                  Three-way Conferencing

                  Leadership Topics

*    Resource Materials

                  Curriculum Guides

                  Unit Materials/Plans

                  Work Samples

                  Teacher-written Articles

                  DVD’s

*    Coursework/Institutes/Summer Residency

                  Curriculum Development

                  Thematic Unit Planning

                  Developmentally Appropriate Practice

                  Early Childhood Instruction

                  Parenting Skills

                  Leadership:  resource planning for learning

*    Summer Mentor Teaching Program

*    Professional Library

*    Studio Space to develop curriculum materials

*    Visiting Scholar Residencies

*    Leadership Consulting

                  Effective Change Management

                  Instructional Leadership

                  Capacity Building (fund development)

                  Budgeting for Learning

While many elements of the Professional Development Center occur on the Hanahau`oli campus, others can be planned for on-site locations.