The benchmark assignment is a compilation of the skills and knowledge gained in

The benchmark assignment is a compilation of the skills and knowledge
gained in this course. This is an opportunity to convey what you have
learned and reflect upon your growth. You have presented your revised
professional development session and received feedback from the
participants. It is important in professional practice to reflect on
that experience.
In 750-1,000 words reflect on your experiences. Include the following in your reflection:
A summary of the presentation, including the feedback you received, and improvements made based on that feedback.
School-based data and evidence-based research used to substantiate presented strategies and ensure organizational effectiveness.
How
the professional development session increases the capacity of faculty
in a way that aligns to the school vision and mission and promotes
student learning.
Next steps you would take as a principal to ensure the skills in the PD are embedded in classroom instruction.
How you plan to anticipate and assess emerging trends and initiatives to adapt school-based leadership strategies in the future.
How you prepared for your presentation and your level of confidence during the presentation.
Support your next steps and emerging trends and initiatives with at least 2-3 scholarly resources.
Submit the final professional development presentation along with your reflection.
While
APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid
academic writing is expected, and in-text citations and references
should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be
found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This
assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the
assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful
completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to
LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite Technical Support Articles is
located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
Benchmark Information
This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies and professional standards:
MEd Educational Administration
MEd Educational Leadership
1.1 Collaboratively
develop, articulate, implement, and steward a shared vision of learning
for a school. [ELCC 1.1; NELP 1.1; PSEL 1a; InTASC 1(b), 1(c), 1(d),
4(c), 4(e), 7(e), 10(d); GCU Mission Critical 1, 3, 4, 5]
6.3 Anticipate
and assess emerging trends and initiatives in order to adapt
school-based leadership strategies. [ELCC 6.3 PSEL 10f; GCU Mission
Critical 2, 4]