PD Colleagues:
Earlier this fall, we discussed what would interest you for a list discussion. 
The number one suggested topic is learning what various states are doing in 
professional development, and several of you suggested questions that might be 
explored in some depth. Additionally, this fall's most visited Wiki page in 
the PD Area of the ALE Wiki has been "State PD":

http://wiki.literacytent.org/index.php/StatePD

I propose that we have a discussion of state PD, featuring 5 state 
professional development systems on this list. The discussion would be open to 
anyone who would like to share their work in state PD. Featured states would 
have colleagues subscribed to the list who would be available to address 
specific questions regarding their work in state PD. If you and others from 
your state would be interested in participating as guests in such a 
discussion, or -- if you have recommendations as to which state PD systems you 
would like to learn more about (so I know who to invite as guests), please 
email me off-list.

Guest participants in such a discussion would also have the opportunity to 
collaborate in framing the discussion activity. Sound interesting? If so, 
email me at <jataylor at utk.edu> by Friday, January 6th.

Thanks! Jackie

Jackie Taylor
Professional Development List Moderator
jataylor at utk.edu