Over the next few months, we’ll be sharing our learnings from the dynamic teacher leaders in these networks based on surveys, interviews, teacher logs, and other data sources.
TPN teacher leaders have shared their learning and expertise with well over 1 million educators via blogs, tweets, online posts, and conference presentations. This virtual approach to teacher support has been exceptionally effective in rural regions....
Since 2014, the TPN has supported the training of over 750 teacher leaders leading meaningful professional learning opportunities for over 12,000 teachers in urban and rural settings in 40 districts across 13 states. Source: The Center for the...
Top three supports needed by teacher leaders: Time to collaborate with other teacher leaders Time to meet with teachers they support Help designing adult learning opportunities Source: The Center for the Future of Teaching and Learning (2017). TPN Teacher...
Research shows that teacher retention and satisfaction is greater in schools where teachers are empowered to be decision-makers, are valued for their expertise, and have opportunities to advance while remaining in the classroom. The Center for the Future...
Teacher leadership builds confidence. After one year of leading their peers, 86% of teacher leaders felt confident in their role as a teacher leader. Source: The Center for the Future of Teaching and Learning (2017). TPN Teacher Leader Survey. To...
Research tells us that teacher leaders need dedicated time to lead workshops, observe and coach peers, and plan professional learning communities. Only 13% of TPN teacher leaders report having daily release time from their schedule. Sources: ...
The Center for the Future of Teaching and Learning (2017)
The Center for the Future of Teaching and Learning (2016)
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