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Better Together: Networked Learning Models for Driving Improvement

Wednesday, February 26, 2025
9:50 AM – 10:10 AM East Coast USA Time
Location: M302
Session Type: Contributed Talk

    Presenter(s)

  • MH

    Michael Ham

    Partner, Policy
    The Learning Accelerator
    Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

  • Beth Holland, Ph.D. (she/her/hers)

    Managing Director, Research, Measurement and Policy
    The Learning Accelerator
    Newport, RI, United States

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Abstract Description : Learn how intentional, targeted networked learning can help state leaders support district-level virtual and hybrid programs. This session will highlight Massachusetts' Peer Learning Cohorts and The Learning Accelerator's Exponential Learning Initiative as promising models for driving continuous improvement. Participants will explore the power of collaborative networks to align goals, share strategies, build capacity, and improve the quality of virtual learning across schools and districts. Leave with actionable insights and frameworks for designing or enhancing your own state-run networked learning initiatives to improve outcomes in virtual and hybrid programs.

If someone was doing a search for your session in the program what 5 words might they use to search for and find your session.: State
Network
Peer
Quality
Improvement

Learning Objectives:

  • After this session, participants will be able to: Design networked learning initiatives that support continuous improvement for district-led virtual and hybrid programs.
  • After this session, participants will be able to: Leverage peer-learning models to align state-level support with district priorities and build collaborative capacity.