Since 2013, the Teacher Practice Networks (TPN) initiative has awarded grants to 38 organizations. The TPN was designed to accelerate the work of teacher networks as they supported their members in successfully implementing college-readiness standards.
In 2016, six networks joined the TPN initiative as its newest grantees committed to building the capacity of teacher leaders to lead colleagues in instructional change. Focused on practices and materials aligned to Common Core, teacher leaders used blended learning strategies to engage peers in teacher-to-teacher learning. Learn more about how these networks are leveraged teacher leaders and local/state partnerships to expand the reach of teachers using Common Core-aligned practices. To learn more about a grantee, click on their logo below.
Resources from the TPN
Throughout the five-year Teacher Practice Networks initiative, teacher leaders have developed and demonstrated new leadership skills to help peers engage in reflective professional learning focused on improving instruction. Using a tool, such as a protocol, in...
BRIEFLY The Teacher Practice Networks (TPN) initiative supports a vast national network of teacher leaders who mentor and coach their peers. Teacher leaders’ classroom experience gives them practical firsthand insights and empathy for the challenges that teachers...
At the Center for the Future of Teaching and Learning, we know that teacher leaders are well-positioned to influence positive instructional change in other teachers’ practices, and we now understand how teacher leaders can be even more impactful when equipped with...
Teacher leaders are an integral part of the solution to addressing the increasing demands placed on school administrators, retaining quality teachers, and providing meaningful professional learning. Teacher leaders — classroom teachers with expertise in instruction...
Republished from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation K-12 education blog Momentum Research shows that teachers learn best from each other, and that a school leadership model that leverages teacher leadership can positively impact instruction. Why not turn to...
Teacher leaders are positioned to help other teachers reflect on their practice, try new pedagogical approaches, and work through instruction-related struggles — ultimately, leading to a change in instructional practice. In order to be effective in their new...
In the current landscape of rigorous standards implementation, teacher leadership is gaining increased attention and interest as a school improvement practice. Moreover, the Every Student Succeeds Act calls out teacher leadership as an intervention strategy. How can...
Meet educator Suzanne Rogers, who plays many roles as AP English teacher, English language arts coach, and Director of Professional Development at LISA Academy, a charter school system based in Little Rock, Arkansas. Suzanne is also a teacher leader for Arkansas...
Effective teachers frequently reflect on how to improve their practice: Did I scaffold the lesson well? Did I give students enough processing time? How can I help students connect these two key concepts? Video is a powerful tool for inquiry-based professional learning...
Ebony’s journey began as a Facing History and Ourselves teacher, learning to teach in meaningful ways that help students connect history to the moral choices they confront in their own lives. She quickly propelled into her role as a teacher leader, empowered and...
