What does in-service training typically involve?

In-service training typically refers to professional development programs designed for educators and staff that occur during the academic year. This type of training often aims to enhance teaching skills, update knowledge on curriculum changes, and provide new strategies for classroom management, all while school is in session. This allows educators to apply what they learn immediately in their teaching practices.

In contrast, the other choices describe training that is not aligned with the concept of in-service. Summer breaks are not a time when regular academic activities take place, and workshops held before the start of the school year do not fit the definition of in-service training, as they occur distinct from the usual services provided to educators throughout the year. Additionally, elective online courses may not be mandatory or directly related to the in-service goals, which usually focus on specific, immediate needs of the institution and staff.