Features and Data Needs for a Digital Passport for Computer Science Teacher Professional Development Providers
摘要
This study explores the need for a centralized platform to track computer science (CS) teachers’ participation in professional development (PD) opportunities. PD providers, teachers, and funders all stand to benefit from such a platform, which would streamline data on engagement across multiple PD offerings. The research examined which platform features and data are most valued by PD providers through focus groups and surveys. Results showed that platform usability and data about participants were highly prioritized. This research provides important insights for developers of tools and services supporting CS teacher PD providers, laying groundwork for future innovation in this space.