Learning Forward

Learning Forward on YouTube Learning Forward’s YouTube channel features videos on a wide range of topics for educators, administrators, policymakers, and all stakeholders. Scroll through the listings or check out the playlists to find topics of interest to you. Among the playlists is Redesign PD, which focuses on the work […]

These days, there is a lot of talk in schools. There are conversations about research-based practices, authentic assessments, accountability, effective evaluation, standardized tests, and much more. In all of this chatter, three ideas are emerging: For schools to become better places for kids to learn, adults have to continue learning­ […]

“We’re trying to determine what to do to gain expertise in developing students’ understanding of fractions,” 3rd-grade teacher Jose said to the teachers in his professional learning community. “We’ve studied multiple sources of achievement data endlessly, so let’s decide what the data tell us and identify where and why our […]

There’s been a lot of talk lately about all the money wasted on professional development. Critics would have us believe that very little of what is labeled as professional learning is worth the investment. There are times when I can appreciate their frustration and fury and commit to work even […]

Brainstormers welcome. By Tracy Crow This issue’s focus on the insights, thought leaders, and promising work in progress in the field that will be featured at Learning Forward’s Annual Conference is a starting point to launch readers and learners into exploring ideas. The big money question: Action research projects give […]

By Eric C. Sheninger  UnCommon Learning provides a process for schools to integrate digital media and new applications with purpose and build a culture of learning with pleasure. The author shows school leaders how to transform a learning culture through sustainable and innovative initiatives into one that lets students use […]

AdvancED and Learning Forward are partnering to offer schools committed to providing quality professional development for their staff an opportunity to earn a Learning School Designation. The designation provides schools with a set of criteria and research-based practices that indicate a quality professional learning program has been established and sustained […]

Over the past 30-plus years, I have attended many education conferences for different reasons. Now, as president of Learning Forward, I find I have an entirely new perspective on their potential value to support education professionals. Looking back, I see that my reasons for attending conferences go along with what […]

The Learning Forward Foundation will host a new fundraising event at Learning Forward’s Annual Conference in December. Called ScholARTship 2015, the event will showcase student and adult artwork, followed by a sale of the original works to educators attending the conference. Funds raised will be used toward scholarships and grants […]

Coaches and professional learning communities influence how teachers respond to data and how they use data to change delivery of instruction — that is, reorganizing how students acquire knowledge and skills. The influence emerges from the relationship between vertical and horizontal expertise and coaches’ and professional learning communities’ facilitation of […]