Teacher Professional Development
2024 Edition
Welcome to Teacher Professional Development 2024 where educators from around the world can learn how to apply new teaching techniques and make the classroom a truly engaging experience.
This free series is comprised of monthly modules with webinars, video sessions, and hands-on challenges.
2024 Modules
Who is TPD meant for?
Teachers from any kind of institution who are interested in learning about how to increase engagement in the classroom.
Where does the program happen?
TPD happens 100% online, with 6 monthly modules and 2 make-up months, when teachers can recoup any module that wasn’t completed by the teacher.
What is the schedule like?
All modules have the same schedule:
Live call through zoom webinar. The perfect opportunity for participants to be introduced to the topic and interact with the trainers. The launch call is also available on its recorded version after it happens live.
Recorded video class to be watched on demand in which the topic of the module is explained in detail.
Recorded video class to be watched on demand in which participants get in contact with free of charge tools and solutions related the topic of the module.
Recorded video class to be watched on demand in which participants are challenged to create a lesson plan in which they teach a topic using as resource the topic of the module.
It is now time for participants to create and submit a lesson plan in which they activate their knowledge by creating a lesson plan where they will use the topic of the month. The project has to be created using the lesson plan model offered by Full Sail University and submitted in a video format.
Live call through zoom webinar. This is the closure of the module, where participants will be able to watch 5-8 best projects submitted during the module and selected as best projects by the instructors.
All tasks must be completed during the month the module is being offered. If a participant doesn’t have enough time to finish a module during its month, two make-up months will be offered, when past modules will be made available again and participants will be have another chance to complete them.
Requirements for a recognition of participation
Modules are independent, so participants can choose to take whatever module seems more attractive to them. Each module completed will unlock a Recognition of Participation and a LinkedIn badge for participants. Participants that finish all modules will be able to download a complete Recognition of Participation for TPD 2024 and apply to participate as mentor in the following year’s edition.
How can I participate?
If you are a school: you need to register and let us know who will be out point of contact in your school. The point of contact is the person with whom we will communicate to send progress reports and inform of anything relevant about the program. After you register your school, your point of contact will receive access to our platform and be able to download a marketing kit, to promote TPD internally in your organization.
If you are a teacher: you need to request someone from your school to register the school in TPD. As soon as your school is registered, you will be able to register as a participant and take part.
FAQ
Is TPD meant for a specific type of teacher?
TPD is meant for all types of teachers, regardless of what or who they teach. TPD is about engagement and the use of emerging technologies in the classroom, and the modules we see apply to all types of audiences.
How much does it cost to participate in TPD?
There are no fees involved in TPD. It is completely free of charge for schools and teachers.
Can I say I have a degree with Full Sail if I conclude TPD?
TPD is not an accredited program from Full Sail University, so you cannot say you have a degree with Full Sail. TPD is a free program created by Full Sail University as a way to give back to teachers, our heroes and biggest partners in our mission to educate professionals for the creative economy and emerging technologies.
How many editions have happened of TPD?
Our first edition happened in 2020 and since then we have been offering yearly editions of TPD. Now in 2024 TPD has been completely revamped, and all modules are completely different from the past versions of TPD.
Which countries can participate in TPD?
All countries are welcome to participate in TPD.
If I don’t finish all modules this year, can I conclude TPD in the following year?
No, if you don’t conclude a module this year and you want to receive the complete certificate for TPD you will have to take the whole training in the following year.
If I register as a teacher will my school receive information about my progress?
Yes, all participants that are linked to a school will have their progress reported to the point of contact in the school (the person who registered the school in TPD). Reports are sent on a monthly basis.
Will TPD 2024 have mentors?
In our previous versions of TPD in 2021, 2022 and 2023 we have countered with the volunteer help of mentors: participants that had taken TPD in previous years and wanted to continue connected with this amazing community of educators by offering their precious feedback. In 2024, given all modules are new and no one was completed the training, we won’t have mentors. In 2025 we might offer the opportunity for participants of the 2024 edition to contribute as mentors.
Can I register as a private teacher?
If you are an independent teacher you can register yourself as a school and then as a teacher.
*Please remember to use your name in the registration form as you would like to see written on your certificate.
If you are having questions please contact us at tpd@fullsail.com
