Learning Opportunities

Standard's Briefs

Every educator engages in effective professional learning every day so that every student achieves.

The Standards for Professional Learning describe the characteristics of effective professional learning that leads to changes in educator practice, leadership, and student learning. Access the standards and full explanations with additional resources on the Learning Forward's Official website.

Effective professional learning takes time and commitment from all stakeholders in the educational community. Read about how the Maryland State Department of Education is proactively involved in ensuring that professional learning is a part of school improvement.

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