Professional Development Plan (PDP)

Brandon L. Haskett

08-31-2000

Establish Goal

To gain speed in fixing section problems so that the rest of the ensemble does not get off task

Develop a sequential plan of action

1. Research materials on handling sections and then read and summerize several of the more helpful articles
2. Interview Prof. Woodley, Prof. Baker, and Prof England about how they deal with sections while keeping the ensemble focused

(I chose these three professors due to their wide range of experiences)

3. Observe K-12 classes around the area and observe their actions when dealing with

a specific section

4. Attempt to recollect how band directors have dealt with sections in my ensembles

as well as ensembles that I have helped instruct

Identify resources needed

1. MENC and Instrumentalist journals

2. Teachers listed above to interview

3. Music classes to observe

Plan of assessment

1. Submit summaries of printed materials to Dr. May for evaluation

2. Ask Prof. England specific things within my printed material that would be specifically helpful for percussionists

3. Discuss interviews and observation reports with Dr. May

4. Present cohesive findings in one page report to class

Establish a time line

Sept 22-Submit completed PDP

Sept 29-Start research

Oct 6- Set up interviews and observations

Oct 25-Submit summaries of printed materials

Oct 26-Discuss percussion related specifics with Prof. England

Nov 5-Meet with Dr. May to discuss interview and observation reports

Nov. 17-Present synthesis report to class