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Where did the Equity Standard go?

By Stephanie Hirsh
Categories: Outcomes, Standards for Professional Learning
October 2016
Vol. 37 No. 5
When Learning Forward released the updated Standards for Professional Learning five years ago, we frequently heard this question: Where did the Equity standard go? The version of the standards published in 2001 included an Equity standard, which stated: “Staff development that improves the learning of all students prepares educators to understand and appreciate all students; create safe, orderly, and supportive learning environments; and hold high expectations for their academic achievement” (NSDC, 2001). We believed then, and we believe now, that it is essential that all educators experience professional learning to develop the knowledge, skills, and beliefs to teach and support every child they serve. We also know that specific equity topics are often ones educators name in surveys about their professional learning. We appreciate that

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References

Learning Forward. (2011). Standards for Professional Learning. Oxford, OH: Author.

National Staff Development Council. (2001). NSDC’s Standards for Staff Development. Oxford, OH: Author.


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Stephanie Hirsh retired in June 2019 after 31 years with Learning Forward, an international association of more than 13,000 educators committed to increasing student achievement through effective professional learning. Hirsh led the organization as its executive director for the last 13 years where she presented, published, and consulted on Learning Forward’s behalf across North America.


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