School District Approval for Staff Development: "Garbage Can" Decision Making.

Furman, Gail Chase

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Publication Date: 1987

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School District Approval for Staff Development: "Garbage Can" Decision Making.

Furman, Gail Chase

Urban Education, v22 n2 p238-54 Jul 1987

Educators recognize the importance of staff development but funding such programs can be problematic. Securing school district commitment for professional growth opportunities depends on the following factors: (1) does the program address a recognized need? (2) is the program acceptable and comfortable? and (3) is it the right time to propose the program? (VM)

Descriptors: Decision Making, Educational Opportunities, Financial Support, Inservice Education, Professional Development, Program Validation, Rural Schools, Staff Development, Writing Skills

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Identifiers - Location: Washington

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