As a future educator, I’ve learned that being a teacher doesn’t stop at just teaching in class. Topic 5: Teacher Professionalism and Leadership opened my eyes to the importance of growing, learning, and leading. In this section, I’ll share three important concepts—CPD, PLC, and Lifelong Learning—and how they relate to my own teaching journey and future plans.
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Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is an important part of being a teacher. It’s all about improving and updating our teaching knowledge and skills throughout our career. CPD helps us stay current, build confidence, and strengthen our professionalism in the classroom. 📚✨
It can take many forms — workshops, courses, webinars, or even learning through conversations with other educators. All of these contribute to better teaching practices and help us meet our students’ changing needs. 💡
Personally, I plan to apply CPD by attending more workshops, signing up for online courses, and joining webinars. 🖥️ I also want to explore and improve my use of digital tools — just like this blog, which is a new experience for me! Writing and reflecting like this is already a small step forward. I also hope to grow by listening to feedback from others and learning through collaboration. 🤝
CPD may not always be easy, but it’s definitely worth it — both for our students and for ourselves as lifelong learners.
Professional Learning Community (PLC)🍀
As I continue my teaching journey, one thing I’ve come to truly value is the idea of learning and growing together. This is exactly what Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) are all about. A PLC is more than just a group of teachers — it’s a team of passionate educators who collaborate, share insights, and support one another to improve teaching practices and, most importantly, student achievement. 💬📈
Through regular discussions, sharing strategies, and reflecting together, PLCs provide a space where we can solve problems, challenge our thinking, and continuously learn from each other. It’s a safe, supportive environment where every voice matters — not just for our own growth, but for the benefit of our students too.
Looking ahead, I plan to make collaboration a key part of my development. I want to actively seek feedback from my colleagues, especially regarding any interventions or teaching approaches I try in the classroom. I believe this helps me avoid being "syok sendiri" (too caught up in my own ideas 😅) and keeps me grounded and open to improvement.
I also aim to work closely with other teachers to refine my methods and continue growing professionally. After all, it’s not just about me — if I keep improving and making my lessons more engaging and impactful, my students will benefit the most. That’s why, in the future, I’ll do my best to build strong teamwork with fellow teachers and stay committed to becoming a better version of myself for the sake of my students. 🌟📚
Lifelong learning is the ongoing process of gaining knowledge, skills, and experiences — whether through formal education or informal opportunities. It’s about being open to growth at every stage of life, not just in the classroom but beyond it. For teachers, lifelong learning is essential. It keeps us sharp, motivated, and ready to meet the ever-changing needs of our students.
As for me, I’m fully committed to the journey of lifelong learning. In terms of career development, I hope to further my studies in the future — perhaps by pursuing a Master's degree in Teaching English, if time and God allow. If the opportunity ever comes my way, I’ll grab it with both hands. I believe that growing professionally not only strengthens my role as a teacher but also allows me to inspire others by setting a good example.
If, for any reason, the Master's path isn’t the right fit for me, I still plan to aim high — one of my alternative goals is to apply for the "Guru Cemerlang" position. I know both paths will require a lot of hard work, dedication, and perseverance, but I’m willing to give it my all.
Because at the end of the day, I truly believe —
Where there's a will, there's a way.💪✨
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