This document discusses Language Teacher Development Groups (LTDGs) as a forum for language teachers to exchange ideas, receive emotional support, and engage in professional development. LTDGs allow busy teachers to constructively solve problems while developing professionally. The panel discussion will explore how to establish and maintain dynamic LTDGs run by and for language teachers. Some benefits of LTDGs include fostering emotional support, reducing burnout, encouraging reflective teaching, promoting improved practices, solving problems, and building professional relationships.
Re-imagining Professional Development through LTDGs
1. Re-imagining Professional Development through Language Teacher Development Groups Nate Friberg Murad Khaliev Merica McNeil UH Manoa – Department of Second Language Studies How can busy teachers constructively solve problems while developing professionally? Language Teacher Development Groups (LTDGs) serve as a productive forum for exchanging meaningful ideas, emotional support, and professional development. This panel discussion will explore ways of establishing and maintaining dynamic development groups by and for language teachers.
2. Who do you talk to about your teaching? & How do you support your own professional development?
