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April 2023

Learning networks give educators collaborative opportunities to grow and improve so they can help students thrive. This issue highlights how networks are leading the way to change. (more…)

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Educators respond: Designing professional learning when teachers are overwhelmed

Dean Shareski shared a tweet in October 2021 that sparked robust debate, with educators of all levels sharing opinions on the topic. Learning Forward is keenly interested in Shareski’s question, so we reshared his tweet and posed this question to ...

A tool to help when everything feels urgent

For those who support teachers, it can feel like there are myriad urgent needs, especially when educators are stretched thin and students are struggling, as many are now. How do you prioritize your support, and where do you start? The ...

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Title II-A is in the line of fire in Biden’s FY24 budget request

Mar 10, 2023

On March 9, President Biden unveiled his budget request for fiscal year 2024. The major disappointment is that the administration included no increase for Title II-A, the only federal program devoted exclusively to supporting professional learning activities. The administration’s budget ...

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Virtual Advocacy Day: Skills, strategies, and motivation for making the case for professional learning

Every educator can, and should be, an advocate. Making your case, telling your story, and winning support has never been more critical. This important session includes advocacy strategies and tips that are applicable to any advocacy effort. Watch to hone ...

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Course: Implementing a Coaching Cycle, begins April 17

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