Learning Forward Blog
A glimpse into Canada’s practices helps us examine our own
By Stephanie Hirsh |
Learning Forward recently commissioned a study on the state of professional learning in Canada. Read more from Stephanie Hirsh about the important professional learning lessons that can be gleaned from this report.
Trusting, collegial relationships build strengths in learning systems
By Destini Martin |
Strong student-teacher relationships produce positive outcomes in student achievement. So do relationships among educators. Read more about how four district principals came together to build strong professional bonds with the goal of school improvement.
Partnership broadens our reach and impact
By Stephanie Hirsh |
Learning Forward has been working with the National Commission on Teaching & America’s Future for years. Now, our two organizations are combining to take this collaboration to the next level. Read more from Stephanie Hirsh and Melinda George about how we are going to make a greater positive impact together.
Coaches Academy FAQ: Becoming a change leader
By Tom Manning |
Through Coaches Academy, your coaches develop skills related to building relationships, leading professional learning, coaching individuals and teams of educators, and solving their real-world challenges. Learn more about the Coaches Academy through this FAQ with two of Learning Forward’s senior consultants.
Why is it important to have a comprehensive professional learning plan?
By Tom Manning |
Professional learning plans are the navigation systems that support educator and student learning. Read more about the benefits of a structured plan from Learning Forward Senior Consultant Terry Morganti-Fisher.
Secretary DeVos: Here are Learning Forward’s priorities
By Stephanie Hirsh |
Learning Forward looks forward to working with the Department of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos. Read more about how the secretary’s priorities will play a role in the future of education.
Learning Forward Academy – A participant’s perspective
By Dawn Wilson |
After graduating from the Academy, Dawn Wilson knew that she wanted to be a coach and help others experience high levels of learning. Read more about her experience through the Learning Forward Academy and how it transformed her outlook on professional learning.
NYC district teams use improvement science to strengthen teaching practice
By Linda Jacobson |
The New York City Department of Education is focusing on measuring the impact of professional learning for teachers and other educators in the district. Implementing the tools of improvement science has given the district a concrete plan for tracking progress.
Learning Forward and Frontline Research & Learning Institute Launch Collaborative Study on Impact of Professional Learning
By Learning Forward |
Learning Forward and the Frontline Research & Learning Institute today announced the launch of their new year-long study measuring the impact of professional learning in K-12 public school systems.
Earn professional learning scholarships and grants with these tips
By Heather Lageman |
The Learning Forward Foundation scholarships and grants encourage educators to pursue their professional learning dreams. Win a scholarship or grant with the help of these five tips to help you through the application process.
