What are the most effective methods for staff development in international schools? This paper presents a preliminary investigation and discussion of staff development as identified by a sample of teachers from international schools. It identifies the importance of staff development by colleagues from within a school as one of the most effective methods. and also the development of local school groups as a means of enhancing development for both the individual and the institution. It develops a list of questions that both teachers and administrators may wish to address when evaluating the role and effectiveness of staff development within their own schools.
Published in the International Journal of Educational Management, this article fits with the journal’s scope by exploring strategies for improving school personnel and organizational effectiveness. The focus on staff development aligns with the journal’s broader interest in management practices that enhance educational outcomes.