Barbara Patterson Oden
Barbara Patterson Oden is president of Learning Forward Virginia (lfvirginia@gmail.com).
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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 your skills, build confidence, and get excited about being an […] -
Learning Forward Virginia focuses on educator well-being
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Learning Forward Virginia is evolving to meet educators’ needs. Before the pandemic, teachers had a sense of their positive impact on students’ learning. But as they grappled with new technology and unfamiliar challenges, many felt disconnected and dispirited, unsure of whether they were making […] -
‘You have to capture people’s hearts before their minds’
The Learning Professional recently spoke with journal advisor and president of Learning Forward Virginia, Barbara Patterson Oden, about navigating COVID and beyond Professional learning has played a central role in your career. Why is it important to you? Early in my career, I served as a gifted resource teacher because […] -
Documenting your Professional Learning Story: Showing the Impact of Professional Learning
Elizabeth Foster and Melinda George of Learning Forward, Jon Bernstein of Bernstein Strategy Group, Sue Renehan of Learning Forward New England, Barbara Patterson Oden of Learning Forward Virginia, and Judy Newhouse of Learning Forward Virginia describe their experiences and learnings from their advocacy visit to Washington, D.C.
