Educator Guide - How to Receive Credit for a Professional Development Activity in PD+

Oct 10, 2026

Uploaded by Jacob

This instructional guide provides educators with a step-by-step procedure for obtaining professional development credit through the PD+ system. The document details the essential process of completing the ISBE form 77-21A, a mandatory evaluation survey required to validate participation and ensure the activity counts toward professional development requirements. Users are directed on how to navigate the ELIS portal, locate notifications for pending evaluations, and successfully submit the survey to finalize their credit.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages2

Reading Time5 min

AccessFree to download

Steps to Receive Professional Development Credit

1. Accessing your PD+ Account

2. Locating Notifications

3. Completing the 77-21A Survey

4. Finalizing and Verifying Credit

FAQs

What is required to receive credit for a professional development activity in PD+?

You must complete the ISBE form 77-21A survey. Credit will not be awarded for an activity until this form is fully completed.

How do I access the PD+ system?

Log into your ELIS account and select the PD+ button located in the upper left-hand corner of the screen.

Where can I find the 77-21A form?

You should navigate to your notifications center within the PD+ system, where you will see an alert if a provider has marked your activity as complete, prompting you to fill out the form.

Oct 10, 2026

Uploaded by Jacob