Increasing research on professional learning is a priority for Learning Forward.
Research
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The latest on reviewing instructional materials, school leader turnover, and teachers’ knowledge of learning differences and growth mindset.
Writing instruction study benefits from teachers’ insights
Understanding both the specificity and generalizability of studies like this one helps build awareness about the benefits of professional learning.
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Recent reports on modernizing the teaching workforce, improving physics teaching, and rethinking “achievement gap” terminology.
Study examines teachers’ perceptions of student achievement data
Lessons from a study showing teachers believe student characteristics drive outcomes more than instruction.
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Recent research on principal turnover, math materials, educative curricula, and more.
How assessment supports English learners
Margo Gottlieb explains how to support multilingual learners through assessment.
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Recent research on professional learning impact, teachers teaching teachers, and more.
How to apply professional learning research to your work
Taking stock of the research and using it to guide practice.
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Teacher work environments, collective impact, and more