A Model of
Professional Learning
How can you ensure your professional learning is of the highest quality
and has the greatest impact on children and young people?
Through professional
learning, practitioners
are curious about
and critically
explore
practice
Learning
with and
through others
to enhance
practice
Learning through
structured activities
to question, try out
and enhance
practice
Developing
ideas to
challenge
assumptions and
deepen understanding
of practice
This model shows the four key elements of high quality professional learning.
Use the model to help plan your learning, either individually or with colleagues.
TEACHING
SCOTLAND’S
FUTURE Improving Professional Learning
For more information visit:
www.educationscotland.gov.uk/clpl
Connecting your
professional learning
Your professional learning is central to driving forward improvements in Scottish education.
Use this model to explore how the various aspects of professional learning fit together.
TEACHING
SCOTLAND’S
FUTURE Improving Professional Learning
For more information visit:
www.educationscotland.gov.uk/clpl