Professional+Learning+Communities

** Personal Learning Communities **
http://whatworks.wholechildeducation.org/blog/five-dysfunctions-of-a-professional-learning-community/
 * Five dysfunctions of a professional learning community A professional learning community can bring educators together as a collaborative team committed to the success of each learner. But, as with any other transition process, moving from teaching in isolation to forming a PLC involves overcoming several common hurdles. Read educator Steven Weber's recent Whole Child Blog post to find out how to spot what he refers to as the five dysfunctions of a PLC -- from a lack of norms to a lack of trust -- and connect with strategies for addressing each one successfully in your learning community. Read on.