Subject/ Curriculum / Stage knowledge

The key components of the framework include development in areas of specific interest including:

• a secure knowledge and understanding of the theory and practical skills required
• a knowledge of current developments and how these can be integrated into your teaching and resources for learning
• a knowledge and understanding of the processes of change and development in the area

Demonstrating achievement

You can demonstrate that you have achieved each component by completing an appropriate credit bearing module, attending a CPD course, undertaking a programme of study or reading relevant journals.

Evidence of development

You will need to submit evidence that you have demonstrated professional achievement, this could take the form of:

• transcript of modules/ programmes completed
• copies of assessments completed and feedback given
• completion of a learning journal
• certificates of attendance
• copy of CPD profile

Questions to ask yourself

These are the type of questions you might be asking yourself as your programme develops:

• How does this new knowledge fit in with my previous learning and experience?
• In what ways is it developing me as a teacher?
• How is it influencing my classroom practice?
• What effect is it having on the learning of my pupils?
• How do I further develop my practice?
• Where does the pupils' learning go next?
• Is there information or insights I could share with colleagues?
• where do I go next?
• How am I recording my changing insights?

Professional knowledge

The key components of the framework include development in the areas of specific interest and expertise, including:

• understanding how to match the level of the area of specific interest/expertise to the needs of pupils
• using and adapting materials for learning and teaching which stimulate and challenge pupils
• having knowledge and understanding of the main theories of learning and draw on these in thinking about and planning your own teaching and pupils' learning
• having knowledge of how to access and relate research knowledge to your teaching circumstances

Professional skills and abilities

The key components of the framework include development in the area or specific interest / expertise and can include:

• devising plans for effective learning in the area of specific expertise
• communicating clearly making skilful use of a variety of media
• using a range of teaching strategies and resources which you can evaluate and justify in terms of the area of expertise and of the needs and abilities of your pupils
• setting and maintaining expectations and pace of work for all pupils
• understanding the principles of assessment, recording and reporting

Evidence of development

You will need to submit evidence that you have demonstrated professional achievement. This could take the form of a report from your headteacher, a testimony from peers and / or evaluations from pupils.

Questions to ask yourself

These are the type of questions you might be asking yourself as your programme develops:

• How am I going to get evidence of something as ephemeral as teaching?
• What form should my portfolio of evidence take?

Reflecting, reporting and sharing

The key components of the framework include development in the area of specific expertise including:

• having the ability to discuss the principles informing your own view of education, the curriculum and professional practice
• being able to discuss critically how systematic investigation of and reflection on classroom practice can inform and develop teaching and learning
• reflecting on and acting to improve your own professional practice, contributing to your own professional development and engaging in the process of curriculum development

Demonstrating achievement

there are various ways you can demonstrate you have achieved each component such as participating in a working group, organising a CPD event or presenting a workshop at a seminar.

Evidence of development

You will need to submit evidence that you have demonstrated professional achievement. Examples of types of evidence are:

• submitting a copy of the materials produced
• preparing a short report on findings
• submitting a copy of the programme for the event