Learning Forward Blog
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.
The Standards Assessment Inventory FAQ
By Learning Forward |
The Standards Assessment Inventory (SAI) helps you evaluate your professional learning strengths and identify areas of need so you can better direct improvement efforts. Learn more about the SAI through this FAQ by two of Learning Forward’s senior consultants.
Leverage professional learning wins in ESSA for better learning systems
By Stephanie Hirsh |
Learning Forward advocates for a vision of professional learning that involves collaborative teams engaging in ongoing cycles of learning and improvement. Read from Stephanie Hirsh about how the Every Student Succeeds Act provides a foundation for achieving this vision.
The Academy model: A Q&A with graduates
By Learning Forward |
Establishing problems of practice, coaching, and engaging in face-to-face networking can have a huge impact on any professional learning program. See how these strategies have contributed to transforming the practice of two graduates of Learning Forward’s Academy.
Inspire your PLCs with these tips
By Heather Lageman |
This year’s Learning Forward Team Grant awardee Kathleen O’Flynn and her team share 10 tips you can use to build an inspiring and engaging professional learning community. Read more about their advice to kick-start your 2017.