Teaching Important Content: The Case for Implementing High-Quality Instructional Materials The Framework for Teaching (FFT) was developed to promote clear and meaningful conversations about effective teaching practices and guide professional learning and growth. Today, the FFT is the most widely used instructional framework in the country. Guides and companion tools included in the FFT Component […]

Illinois school seeing results from adopting a highly effective instructional framework When the principal of Wayne Thomas Elementary School in Illinois received surprisingly low state assessment scores, he knew significant change was needed. The school had the culture and staff to drive much higher levels of academic achievement, but what was missing was a more […]

The Future of Community Engagement Effective community engagement is critical to the success of any school system. But when faced with competing interests and intensifying demands, it’s harder than ever to engage effectively with parents and the community. School communities have evolved, and your approach to engagement needs to adapt in order to succeed. Download […]

Close the Achievement Gap Through High Dosage Tutoring The disruptions caused by the pandemic resulted in the largest learning loss and most pronounced achievement gaps seen in grades K-12 in two decades, and many education leaders are looking for effective solutions. High dosage tutoring is an intervention method proven to quickly overcome learning loss by […]

How AI Can Help Districts Revolutionize Post-Secondary Guidance Navigating post-secondary pathways is a minefield of complexity, uncertainty, and stress for today’s high school students. Traditionally, post-secondary guidance from school districts has played a crucial role in helping students make the best decisions, but many of these guidance channels today are overwhelmed, insufficiently resourced, and struggling […]

Science of Reading 2.0: Implementation made easy The Science of Reading provides an unparalleled body of knowledge to inform the important work of ensuring all students learn to read. But this knowledge is just the first step. The science of implementation is what transforms this important research into everyday teaching practice. This Science of Reading […]

Mastery-Based Learning: What Does the Research Say? Mastery-based learning is an environment where learners must demonstrate a certain level of knowledge before moving on. In contrast with traditional instruction, in mastery-based approaches, each student continues learning a skill or concept until they achieve proficiency. What does the research say about the effectiveness of mastery-based instruction? […]

Learning Lessons from the Education Revolution in Arkansas While many schools and districts in America are still struggling to overcome post-pandemic learning loss, Arkansas is seeing significant gains in student achievement across the state, due in large part to a strategic initiative begun in 2017. Download this New York Times article by Middle Tennessee State […]