Understanding the Main Goals of Professional Development

The podcast episode discusses the importance of professional development in making learning sticky. The hosts highlight the need for facilitators to understand their audience, the goals and desires of the participants, and to create a safe and comfortable space for learning and discussion. They emphasize the value of developing social connections among participants and promoting authenticity and vulnerability. The episode also emphasizes the importance of goal setting, self-monitoring, and reciprocal feedback for effective professional development. The hosts suggest incorporating choice, autonomy, and collaboration into the workshop activities and ensuring a continued plan for learning and reflection after the workshop ends.