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This course is designed to provide students with an overview of theoretical perspectives and research that provides evidence for the development of effective professional development that fosters instructional change on the preK-16 levels. Foundational to this work are sociocultural, situated learning, and adult learning theories, which will serve as the theoretical frame for course topics. Students will explore evidence-based professional development practices that support instructional change and student learning as well as contextual factors that impede or support educator learning with professional development programs. Finally, students will consider methods for evaluating the effectiveness of professional development programs.