The Florida Institute of Education is committed to enhancing the knowledge, skills, instructional practices, and resources important to educators as they work to improve the learning outcomes for children and youth, particularly for those living in low-income neighborhoods.

FIE researchers recognize that if we are to improve learning outcomes, we must also provide ongoing support and training for those who work with them. The following effective professional development correlates guide FIE professional development initiatives:

     •  Focuses on student learning and instruction,

     •  Takes place over an extended period of time,

     •  Models the use of effective instructional strategies,

     •  Provides time for practice and receiving feedback,

     •  Attends to teachers’ concerns, and

     •  Is regularly assessed with results used to improve performance.

FIE offers training-focused specifically on implementing the ELLM/Plus Curriculum. FIE also offers training for coaches working in preschool classroom irrespective of the curriculum being implemented. Most FIE training is open to anyone.

FIE ELLM/Plus is a state approved curriculum package for Low Performing VPK Readiness Rate Providers, including the curriculum materials and professional development for teachers. Registration for this training is limited to those providers only.