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Taking a lesson from the fashion industry

February 07 2011 by Rene Islas

The fashion industry's lack of patent protection spurs innovation and improvement. Educators, take note.

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StudentsFirst puts teacher learning last

January 31 2011 by Rene Islas

Michelle Rhee's advocacy organization fails to recommend policies that promote effective professional learning.

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No need for the dictator approach

December 30 2010 by Rene Islas

A recent McKinsey & Company report explores the human capital strategy of professional development.

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Now you're talking, Mr. President

February 02 2010 by Rene Islas

President Obama's FY 2011 budget request outlines a new program focused on teacher collaboration and the development of instructional teams that use data to improve practice.

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Reforming Title II of ESEA begins with redefining professional development

August 06 2009 by Rene Islas

A new issue brief makes it clear that the original intent of Title II of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act is not producing the intended results.

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