Welcome to the Virtual Professional Development Center sponsored by the Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP) of California State University, Northridge. The purpose of this online environment is to enhance the professional preparation of current and former ITEP students as they initiate their teaching career. The site has been designed to support novice professionals in their goals to become highly effective educators by providing the following features:

online threaded discussions with CSUN professors and ITEP colleagues on critical topics    and issues. assistance with classroom issues of curriculum and pedagogy. grade-level lesson study groups to enhance student learning. resources to enhance instruction and extend understanding. opportunities to engage in reflective and collaborative practice. opportunities to participate in classroom-based action research or collaborative research    with colleagues.

We invite you to explore the Website to further your professional development.

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