This article focuses on the "learning leader," exploring "What is professional learning leadership at its core?" Leaders of professional learning come to their responsibility from many roles, from teacher to district administrator, to instructional coach. They set the agenda for professional learning by aligning it to…

All work to improve the quality of professional development must begin with one simple assumption: Teaching is an incredibly complex profession that draws on a wide set of intellectual and emotional skills. Even the best teachers need to continue to learn and improve their practice, and many are willing to do so. The bottom line is that all…

A thought leader is a person or group of people espousing ideas that influence the thinking and actions of many others. One of Learning Forward's strategic priorities is to engage thought leaders. The organization's rationale for this priority is that "educators are influenced by individuals and organizations with whom they have ongoing and…

Interviews Dave Ellis, president of the Brande Foundation, who promotes life coaching to help leaders become more creative and effective by making them happier, more satisfied human beings. It provides an opportunity for people to look at all areas of their lives, determine what they want in these areas, and have the coach help them develop…

Results from the Leading for Diversity study suggest that human relations and academic achievement go together. Professional development for school leaders provides them with the knowledge, experience, and skills to address cultural conflict and promote interethnic relations. The paper presents lessons learned which can help create positive…