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Learning Forward is the nation’s largest nonprofit membership association focused solely on ensuring success for all students through effective professional learning and school improvement. It advocates for every educator having access to professional learning that is results-driven, standard-based, and job-embedded. This blog is no longer being updated, but you can continue to explore these issues on edweek.org by visiting our related topic pages: professional development.

Education Opinion Resolutions for 2013
The coming year will bring challenges and opportunities we must meet collaboratively.
Learning Forward, January 2, 2013
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Education Opinion The Shift in Data Awareness
The mere existence of data makes no difference. To truly increase student achievement, data must be used in planning and evaluation, and supported by leadership and resources.
Learning Forward, December 17, 2012
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Education Opinion The Learning System... Through the Eyes of a Student
What does a learning system look like from the perspective of a student? It would include eight key elements.
Learning Forward, December 13, 2012
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Education Opinion A Chicken/Egg Dilemma
To ensure all students are taught by effective teachers, teachers must be supported through a comprehensive system of professional learning.
Learning Forward, December 11, 2012
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Education Opinion Realizing Our Leadership Potential
All educators have a responsibility -- as well as opportunities -- to show leadership.
Learning Forward, December 7, 2012
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Education Opinion Taking the Long View on Common Core
The only way to successfully implement Common Core is through long-term, committed practice informed by professional learning.
Learning Forward, November 26, 2012
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Education Opinion Extended Learning Time Is Time Well Spent
When people tell me they can't find the time for collaborative professional learning in their schools, my answer is, you can't afford not to find the time.
Learning Forward, November 16, 2012
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Education Opinion Making Your Voice Heard
Advocating for effective professional learning is an essential responsibility of educators.
Learning Forward, November 8, 2012
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Education Opinion It's All About Student Outcomes
Professional learning planning doesn't begin with the educator in mind; it begins with the student in mind.
Learning Forward, November 5, 2012
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Education Opinion Waking the Sleeping Giant in Our Schools
Being part of a true learning community helps ordinary educators do extraordinary things.
Learning Forward & Shera Carter Sackey, November 2, 2012
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Education Opinion Facing the Challenges of Change... Collaboratively
Learning Forward has launched a new network to support school systems partnering with the Bill and Melinda Gates to advance effective teaching.
Learning Forward, October 29, 2012
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Education Opinion A Coach's Support Makes a Difference
Working with a coach can help you clarify priorities, strengthen relationships, and be a better leader.
Learning Forward, October 24, 2012
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Education Opinion Becoming a Learning System
How school systems can create environments that foster effective teaching and learning in every classroom and every school.
Learning Forward, October 22, 2012
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Education Opinion Lessons from a Learning Journey
Looking back on a road trip leads one educator to reflect on her personal commitment to continuous improvement.
Learning Forward, October 15, 2012
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