Effective PLCs need disciplined, nurturing leaders to align priorities and set the pace for results-driven instruction. Here's a list of tips for education leaders as they build and refine PLCs.
"It reminds me of a magic show except that when you leave, you can do the same magic," says Professional Learning Specialist Craig McBain. "As a trainer and educator, it's fantastic to come back from the conference and share that magic."
With a few simple shifts that reduce stress and barriers, digital assessment can become representative of students' knowledge, not their ability to use technology.
In January, FETC 2023 will host the "Top Ed Tech Products of the Year" awards. This year's nominees have already been judged and reviewed, with most of the attention aimed toward how their products are breaking new ground.
Students at Wayne Valley High School are getting mental health first aid from classmates who have been trained to spot danger signs of anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts and other mental crises.
Class was in session on a recent Saturday afternoon at the Shake and Shine Festival on Mission Bay. Among the health and wellness booths, there was a group of young children running around using their imaginations and energy to be clowns.
You probably share this initial skepticism: "What? Teachers talking to computers for instructional coaching?!" Find out why one instructional coach changed her mind about using AI to better support educators.
The union's announcement on Monday comes as negotiations around salary, health and welfare benefits, and changes to special education teacher responsibilities have hampered a deal.
