Learning Forward

In addition, we now use norms, protocols, and a professional learning plan to monitor our progress toward our student and adult learning goals. More importantly, our professional learning takes place over time so that genuine adult learning can take place….no more ‘one and done’ professional development. By ‘going slow to […]

The concepts of professional learning and problems of practice align closely to my own beliefs as a former science teacher and current principal. Unlike professional development, professional learning is not an “event”. Professional learning is an ongoing process of learning by practice, observation, and refinement....much like addressing a scientific hypothesis […]

My problem of practice was largely revolving around creating vertically aligned assessment for my Physical Welfare Division. The challenge was to gather data, evidence, and research change in order to build and implement a vertically aligned curriculum. The evolution of my problem of practice was heavily influenced by the learning […]

Our first task within LF Academy was to articulate a problem of practice within my educational community. As a high school teacher, I knew that the impact I could have on this problem was in a different capacity than most Learning Forward Academy members due to the fact that I […]

I grew in my knowledge, skill and application in three areas. First, I have increased my capability to facilitate others leaders’ capacity to understand the Standards for Professional Learning and move the Standards into practice. Second, I have revisited my notes and used the content from our sessions on change […]

Practicing a spirit of gratitude is one of the most profound ways that any of us can enrich our lives. It is an attitude of appreciation and thankfulness for the good that we receive in life. As we honor the past, present, and future, gratitude propels us forward with purpose. […]

When I became a principal, one of my primary goals was to provide teachers the kind of feedback and support I craved but didn’t experience as a teacher. I believe a principal’s top priority has to be doing everything possible to optimize teaching and learning, just as a teacher’s job […]

FOCUS WHAT WILL YOU LEARN THIS SUMMER? The DNA of development: A new model for school change focuses on adult learning. By Eleanor Drago-Severson and Jessica Blum-DeStefano Caring for adults’ internal development is one of the most powerful drivers of educational change because when the adults in schools have the personal […]