Common use of Professional Learning and Development Clause in Contracts

Professional Learning and Development. (a) Teachers are encouraged and will be supported by the Employer in their professional learning, including by way of self-reflection in their day to day work, collaboration with colleagues, discussion with leaders, peer observation of classes and pursuing research or studies in their own time. (b) The Employer shares a responsibility for professional learning and will provide a range of professional learning opportunities for Teachers. Professional development that is a requirement of the Employer, excluding external study, must be offered within designated school time.