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Learning Forward's newest white paper!
4 Cornerstones of Professional Learning, centered on a foundation of the Standards for Professional Learning, shares research, evidence from practice, and reflections from Stephanie Hirsh's career at Learning Forward, in schools, and as a school board member. Learn more.
The Learning Professional, December 2018; Instructional Materials

The latest issue of The Learning Professional highlights strategies to help educators choose, use, and thrive with great instructional materials. Students deserve access to high-quality materials, and this issue examines how to provide the support teachers and administrators deserve to implement them well. Download issue now.
Learning Forward Academy Application deadline: March 15

The Learning Forward Academy is an extended and profound learning experience that immerses members in a model of inquiry- and problem-based learning. Academy members work collaboratively to gain knowledge to solve significant student learning problems in their schools, districts, or organizations. Apply here.
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Welcome to Learning Forward Ohio

Welcome from LFO President

Welcome to Learning Forward Ohio! All over the state of Ohio, educators seek collaboration from one another. They look for ways to learn about curriculum, best practice in technology, content knowledge of Ohio’s Learning Standards, and the changing landscape of student engagement. Our organization specializes in the one thing that is the vehicle for collaboration...

Blog

Climbing the jungle gym of success: Nontraditional career paths in professional learning
Published on September 16, 2019
The Learning Professional, August 2019; Personalizing Learning
Published on August 23, 2019
How to spread proven professional learning programs
Published on August 14, 2019
New white paper: The Path to Instructional Excellence and Equitable Outcomes
Published on July 31, 2019
New journal: June 2019, Vol. 40, No. 3
Published on June 28, 2019

Learning opportunities

The 2019 LFO Summer Conference was held June 10th and 11th.

Conference Resources Here!

Stay tuned for updates on the 2020 LFO Conference!

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Events

Network with colleagues, enjoy collaborative professional learning, and increase your leadership capacity with these upcoming events. Learning Forward conferences give evidence-based research and practical strategies to empower you and your peers to achieve excellent results. Learn more

Resources

Search our repository of resources on developing leader capacity for building high-quality professional learning systems that lead to Hundreds of learning, teaching, and leadership titles will inspire you, expand your knowledge, and help you develop the skills to support student success. Learn more

Become a member

Network with colleagues who are enthusiastic about improving their skills, staying up to date on the latest knowledge and trends, and building leadership capacity. Learn more

Learning Forward's newest white paper!

The Learning Professional, December 2018; Instructional Materials

Learning Forward Academy Application deadline: March 15