EdPrepLab

EdPrepLab is changing the landscape of teacher and leader preparation by supporting and guiding the collaboration of preparation programs, school districts, and policymakers. Learn more: https://edpreplab.org/ #EdPrepLab #EducatorPreparation #Teachers

EdPrepLab recently hosted a Roundtable Reception at the AACTE (American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education) Annual Meeting in Long Beach, CA. Attendees shared their AACTE presentations and discussed projects such as apprenticeships, learning models, and program designs. The event provided an excellent opportunity to listen, learn, and connect with colleagues in teacher preparation. Thank you to everyone who joined us for an insightful and engaging evening.

EdPrepLab is thrilled to welcome Elena Silva who will join the Learning Policy Institute (LPI) as its new President and CEO, effective April 28, 2025. With over 25 years of experience in education policy and a deep commitment to educational equity, Elena is poised to lead LPI into its next chapter. Elena will succeed Linda Darling-Hammond, who will transition to the role of Chief Knowledge Officer. Join EdPrepLab in welcoming Elena. Read LPI’s full announcement here: https://lnkd.in/ey3MFTgT

On March 3rd, EdPrepLab hosted a Syllabus Workshop and Practitioner Inquiry Space, bringing together educators from across its network to discuss Science of Learning and Development aligned teacher and leader preparation. Participants shared syllabi, assignments, and programmatic features, receiving feedback in small group consultations. This collaborative space generated meaningful connections and inquiry, supporting faculty in strengthening their programs. Thank you to all who participated.

The Fifth Annual EdPrepLab Policy Summit, Equipping Educators for Redesigned Schools: Scaling Effective Preparation Models in a Post-ESSER World, was held on February 13, 2025. The summit brought together a panel of education experts to explore ways to scale innovative partnerships and align systems to address current educational needs. Linda Darling-Hammond gave a keynote speech that was followed by a panel of four education stakeholders deeply committed to promoting healthy, safe classroom environments. View the recording here: https://lnkd.in/eQuTbp3s

My IRB has been approved!! This research (for my dissertation) will focus on how district and school leaders understand and shape their organization's sustainability implementation. Please share this call for participants with your networks, and widely, or contact me if this describes you. I am seeking research participants who: -are part of a K12 leadership team -implement sustainability initiatives in their district or school -work in a district that receives state or federal funding for sustainability/climate adaptation/environmental activities -are willing to participate in a Zoom interview (~75 minutes) Thanks in advance!

EdPrepLab’s World Cafe on February 12, 2025 brought together educational leaders from around the world to explore how strong partnerships and professional communities support teacher preparation. Attendees learned from a moderated discussion among panelists and then participated in small group discussions, exchanging ideas on reciprocal relationships, social-emotional learning, and inclusive practices that empower both pre- and in-service teachers. Watch both recorded sessions here: https://lnkd.in/gZXTYATB

Preparing educators for effective literacy instruction goes beyond coursework—it requires hands-on experience, research-based practice, and a commitment to continuous improvement. A new EdPrepLab brief—Preparing Effective Reading Specialists and Literacy Coaches at Fresno State—outlines how a specialized credential program is doing just that by: 1. Apprenticing candidates in the real work of literacy coaches and specialists 2. Situating learning within districts to maximize impact 3. Engaging in research-based practice and practice-based research 4. Modeling a culture of continuous improvement Read the brief here: https://loom.ly/dRp8tO4 and learn more about the authors: Lisa H. Bennett, California State University, Fresno Cathy Yun, Learning Policy Institute Joy Rushing, Learning Policy Institute

EdPrepLab is presenting at the annual AACTE (American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education) conference in Long Beach, CA. Happening today: Friday, Feb. 21, at 3:45 PM Learn about EdPrepLab’s resource library, exchange ideas, and strategize how to integrate research-backed materials into teacher and leader preparation courses. In this Research to Action session, EdPrepLab leaders will share how a digital resource repository can support preparation program design and faculty development. Use this link to see additional EdPrepLab member sessions: https://lnkd.in/gnyw_4cv

AACTE (American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education) will be hosting its annual conference February 21-23 in Long Beach, CA. This year’s theme is: Beyond the Horizon: Charting the Course for Teacher Preparation EdPrepLab members will be presenting in multiple sessions. See the EdPrepLab website for a list of session titles, presenters, dates, and times : https://lnkd.in/gnyw_4cv