/teaching-standards Teaching Standards en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Mon, 18 Sep 2023 20:06:35 GMT /teaching-learning/theres-still-no-consensus-on-accountability-for-teacher-prep/2023/09 The teacher-preparation field remains split over quality control, even as questions loom about the content prospective teachers receive. Mon, 18 Sep 2023 20:06:35 GMT /teaching-learning/theres-still-no-consensus-on-accountability-for-teacher-prep/2023/09 /teaching-learning/english-teachers-must-be-anti-racist-national-group-says/2021/11 The long-awaited standards from the National Council of Teachers of English emphasize teacher training in anti-racism and digital media. Wed, 10 Nov 2021 22:26:08 GMT /teaching-learning/english-teachers-must-be-anti-racist-national-group-says/2021/11 /teaching-learning/reading-instruction-a-flurry-of-new-state-laws/2020/02 Many states have recently enacted laws so that teachers are well versed in evidence-based reading instruction. Here are some highlights. Fri, 21 Feb 2020 02:53:22 GMT /teaching-learning/reading-instruction-a-flurry-of-new-state-laws/2020/02 /teaching-learning/states-to-schools-teach-reading-the-right-way/2020/02 States are passing new laws that require teachers to master reading instruction that’s solidly grounded in research. Fri, 21 Feb 2020 02:52:20 GMT /teaching-learning/states-to-schools-teach-reading-the-right-way/2020/02 /teaching-learning/standards-for-teaching-american-sign-language-released/2018/05 Long-awaited standards for teaching sign language in grades kindergarten through 12 have been released by Gallaudet University in an effort to ensure deaf and hard-of-hearing students are using sign language for critical thinking and problem solving. Thu, 10 May 2018 16:11:49 GMT /teaching-learning/standards-for-teaching-american-sign-language-released/2018/05 /leadership/opinion-make-the-connection-between-learning-forwards-standards-and-essa/2017/07 The ESSA definition of professional learning is aligned with Learning Forward's Standards for Professional Learning. Explore the connections between the two. Thu, 20 Jul 2017 13:46:00 GMT /leadership/opinion-make-the-connection-between-learning-forwards-standards-and-essa/2017/07 /teaching-learning/opinion-updated-teaching-standards-create-better-training-experiences/2017/02 To the Editor:I was encouraged to read about the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards' modernization ("Revamped National Board Process Stirs Teachers' Interest," Jan. 11, 2017). Wed, 15 Feb 2017 01:57:56 GMT /teaching-learning/opinion-updated-teaching-standards-create-better-training-experiences/2017/02 /leadership/opinion-2-resolutions-to-demand-better-professional-learning-for-all/2017/01 How can we signal to the marketplace that we expect all educators to experience only effective professional learning and that we won't accept anything less? Thu, 05 Jan 2017 19:33:45 GMT /leadership/opinion-2-resolutions-to-demand-better-professional-learning-for-all/2017/01 /teaching-learning/washington-state-rolls-out-standards-for-teaching-computer-science/2016/12 The state's move comes as the White House releases a statement noting efforts by states, districts, and private organizations to increase access to the subject. Fri, 09 Dec 2016 22:26:20 GMT /teaching-learning/washington-state-rolls-out-standards-for-teaching-computer-science/2016/12 /leadership/opinion-award-winners-exemplify-the-standards-for-professional-learning/2016/12 Meet the winners of the first Learnies awards and learn how they are working to advance effective professional learning for educators. Wed, 07 Dec 2016 18:59:51 GMT /leadership/opinion-award-winners-exemplify-the-standards-for-professional-learning/2016/12 /leadership/opinion-key-responsibilities-for-central-office-staff/2014/10 What are the duties of a central office staff member eager to ensure that all teachers have access to effective professional learning? The Standards for Professional Learning provide practical guidance. Fri, 10 Oct 2014 14:23:58 GMT /leadership/opinion-key-responsibilities-for-central-office-staff/2014/10 /leadership/opinion-can-conferences-be-effective-professional-learning/2014/09 Consider how conferences can align with Learning Forward's Standards for Professional Learning to ensure that conference attendance advances attendees' learning goals. Mon, 15 Sep 2014 11:49:47 GMT /leadership/opinion-can-conferences-be-effective-professional-learning/2014/09 /teaching-learning/florida-adopts-standards-for-teaching-financial-literacy/2014/07 Florida is the first state to adopt a set of standards developed by the Council for Economic Education. Mon, 14 Jul 2014 20:59:48 GMT /teaching-learning/florida-adopts-standards-for-teaching-financial-literacy/2014/07 /teaching-learning/rubric-for-teaching-common-science-standards-released/2014/04 The organization that helped develop the Next Generation Science Standards released a rubric for evaluating whether instructional resources are aligned to the new standards. Wed, 16 Apr 2014 13:52:31 GMT /teaching-learning/rubric-for-teaching-common-science-standards-released/2014/04 /teaching-learning/what-standards-are-indiana-educators-teaching-to-today/2014/03 Indiana adopted the Common Core State Standards in 2010. On Monday, Gov. Mike Pence revoked them. What's a teacher to do? Tue, 25 Mar 2014 23:30:27 GMT /teaching-learning/what-standards-are-indiana-educators-teaching-to-today/2014/03 /leadership/opinion-which-standards-to-implement-all-or-none/2014/02 Joellen Killion asks, "Which professional learning standards should we address as we plan?" The answer is simple, she says: The standards work as an integrated whole, so it is all or none. Mon, 17 Feb 2014 15:30:43 GMT /leadership/opinion-which-standards-to-implement-all-or-none/2014/02 /leadership/opinion-learning-to-dive/2014/02 Learning Forward hopes that educators find joy in learning. Read how achieving outcomes from aligning adult learning with our Standards for Professional Learning are a path to joy, and then share your own moments of joy with us. Mon, 10 Feb 2014 21:12:54 GMT /leadership/opinion-learning-to-dive/2014/02 /leadership/opinion-standards-adoption-vs-adaptation-consider-the-costs-and-benefits/2013/11 As educators at the state level consider whether to adopt the existing Standards for Professional Learning or adapt them, Stephanie Hirsh offers these questions to avoid delaying the important work of changing practice so that student results improve. Thu, 07 Nov 2013 19:28:16 GMT /leadership/opinion-standards-adoption-vs-adaptation-consider-the-costs-and-benefits/2013/11 /leadership/opinion-the-big-aha-conditions-for-effective-professional-learning/2013/10 A recent discussion with the Standards Board Committee in Ohio led to a big "aha" moment linking the seven Standards for Professional Learning with the conditions necessary for effective professional learning. Tue, 22 Oct 2013 17:11:21 GMT /leadership/opinion-the-big-aha-conditions-for-effective-professional-learning/2013/10 /policy-politics/teaching-standards-in-central-states-vary-for-english-learners/2012/02 New report describes how seven states' teaching standards address needs of ELLs. Tue, 28 Feb 2012 17:15:58 GMT /policy-politics/teaching-standards-in-central-states-vary-for-english-learners/2012/02 /teaching-learning/state-group-releases-final-teaching-standards/2011/04 A consortium has finalized a revision of an influential set of teaching standards. Thu, 28 Apr 2011 13:30:01 GMT /teaching-learning/state-group-releases-final-teaching-standards/2011/04 /teaching-learning/d-c-contemplates-different-teaching-standards/2011/01 The mayor of the District of Columbia harbors concerns that the city's IMPACT teacher evaluation doesn't account for differences in the students and schools located across the city and therefore may not be fair to teachers, The Washington Post reports. Thu, 20 Jan 2011 16:09:01 GMT /teaching-learning/d-c-contemplates-different-teaching-standards/2011/01 /education/ccsso-unveils-draft-teaching-standards/2010/08 The Council of Chief State School Officers recently released a draft of professional teaching standards for public commentary. Tue, 03 Aug 2010 15:23:01 GMT /education/ccsso-unveils-draft-teaching-standards/2010/08 /technology/voluntary-online-teaching-standards-come-amid-concerns-over-quality/2008/02 Experts are hoping that the new guidelines may help bring clarity and credibility to an industry that some analysts say sorely needs both. Sat, 01 Mar 2008 03:43:08 GMT /technology/voluntary-online-teaching-standards-come-amid-concerns-over-quality/2008/02 /teaching-learning/nsta-adds-calif-to-project-to-link-teaching-and-standards/2002/04 The nation's most populous state is now part of the nation's largest effort to link science instruction to national standards. Wed, 10 Apr 2002 14:00:00 GMT /teaching-learning/nsta-adds-calif-to-project-to-link-teaching-and-standards/2002/04 /teaching-learning/n-y-regents-panel-proposes-stringent-teaching-standards/1998/06 Teachers, districts, and schools of education in New York state would all face stricter accountability measures under a plan proposed last week by the Regents Task Force on Teaching. Wed, 24 Jun 1998 14:00:00 GMT /teaching-learning/n-y-regents-panel-proposes-stringent-teaching-standards/1998/06 /teaching-learning/matchmaking-masters-program-teaching-standards-afoot/1998/04 Teacher-educators from across the country will gather here this month to trade ideas for overhauling their master's programs to match national standards for accomplished teaching. Wed, 08 Apr 1998 14:00:00 GMT /teaching-learning/matchmaking-masters-program-teaching-standards-afoot/1998/04 /education/committee-cuts-funds-for-teaching-standards-board/1998/03 All the federal funding that now goes to the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards would be shifted to block grants for teacher training, under a plan narrowly approved last week by the House education committee. Wed, 25 Mar 1998 15:00:00 GMT /education/committee-cuts-funds-for-teaching-standards-board/1998/03 /education/two-key-officials-have-resigned-from-national-teaching-standards-board/1995/09 Two senior staff members have resigned from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, the privately organized group that is establishing a voluntary system for certifying outstanding teachers. Wed, 13 Sep 1995 14:00:00 GMT /education/two-key-officials-have-resigned-from-national-teaching-standards-board/1995/09 /education/teaching-standards-board-tops-list-of-grant-winners/1993/08 The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards is the nation's number-one grants-winning group in elementary and secondary education, according to a publication issued by the Foundation Center in New York. Wed, 04 Aug 1993 14:00:00 GMT /education/teaching-standards-board-tops-list-of-grant-winners/1993/08