Thomas Guskey previews his Learning Forward 2026 preconference session, "Uniting Our Efforts to Evaluate Professional Learning." He breaks down the 5 critical levels of evidence for evaluating PL, how generative AI can streamline data gathering and analysis, and how to plan backward from the student outcomes you want to see. Read the full post to see how evaluation can become a built-in part of professional learning — not an afterthought — and register to join Tom's session on Sunday, December 6th at the 2026 Annual Conference. Registration details are in the post! #LearnFwd26 @tguskey @LearningForward learningforward.org/2026/09/…

Learning Forward is the only professional association in the field focused solely on professional learning. Unite for Learning is where our community gathers. Will you be there? Dec. 6-9, 2026 | Gaylord Texan, Dallas | conference.learningforward.o…

Ready to transform your vision for student success into lasting, systemic change? Applications are now open for the Learning Forward Academy Class of 2029! Join a dynamic, collaborative community of educational leaders to gain practical strategies, actionable tools, and the support needed to drive meaningful impact within your school or district. Apply today to take the next step in your professional growth: learningforward.org/academy/

What does it mean to lead from who you actually are and not who the role pressures you to become? Wednesday’s keynote speaker Joe Sanfelippo will close Unite for Learning with a session on grounding yourself, building trust through presence, and creating habits that sustain a positive culture. Drawing on his Personal, People, and Process Rhythms framework, he will share why great leadership is about showing up with clarity, humanity, and consistency when it matters most. Join us Dec. 6-9 in Dallas for THE Learning Conference. conference.learningforward.o… #learnfwd26

When we unite, our collective strength grows. Students. Learning. Opportunity. Hope. Join us at THE Learning Conference, Dec. 6-9, 2026, at the Gaylord Texan in Dallas, Texas. conference.learningforward.o… #learnfwd26

Join us Oct. 8 for an afternoon of insights on AI in professional learning. This session is part of our fall virtual learning offerings on successful AI integration and innovation. ow.ly/fo8U50ZFHN5

What does it take to lead change when momentum is stuck and resistance is real? George Couros will explore exactly that in his Monday keynote, “Forward, Together: Moving Schools from Conflict to Community.” He will share how leaders build trust, navigate disagreement, and create the conditions for learner-centered innovation to thrive. Gain practical strategies you can bring back to your team. Learn more about his research and insights in his Q&A: tinyurl.com/bdcy7y7a. Join us Dec. 6-9 in Dallas for THE Learning Conference. conference.learningforward.o… #learnfwd26

Can AI be a good learning design resource to enhance adult learning? On October 8, Dyane Smokorowski will lead a Learning Forward afternoon virtual learning session with insights for leaders seeking practical ways to bring AI into coaching, feedback, and adult learning design. Join us! ow.ly/rigp50ZB3Ul

What does professional learning look like when it is designed the same way we design learning for students? Find out Dec. 6-9 at Unite for Learning, THE Learning Conference in Dallas, Texas. Every session. Evidence required. conference.learningforward.o… #learnfwd26

They coach. They mentor. They collaborate. They learn. They lead. The people improving schools rarely make headlines, but they show up every day for every student. We will see you in Dallas, Dec. 6-9. conference.learningforward.o… #learnfwd26

Every student deserves great teaching. Not someday. Not in some schools. Every student, every day. That is what brings us together at Unite for Learning, Dec. 6-9 in Dallas. conference.learningforward.o… #learnfwd26

Don't let your summer professional learning momentum fade! ☀️📈 Summer PL is a powerful launchpad, but how do you keep that energy and growth going all school year long? Join us next week for a free webinar on sustaining your summer PL efforts. You’ll hear directly from three incredible educators who are bringing deep knowledge, proven strategies, and actionable insights to the table. 📅 Date: July 28th 2:00 PM ET 🔗 Reserve your spot here: lnkd.in/eEYW42vM KickUp Ming Shelby, Peter DeWitt, Ed.D. #EdChat #ProfessionalDevelopment #K12Education #LeadershipInEd #KickUp

Bring your team. Group rates available for Unite for Learning, Dec. 6-9, Dallas. Professional learning is more powerful when it comes home with a team. conference.learningforward.o… #learnfwd26

When Ildi Laczko-Kerr and Alissa Reicherter met during a game night at the Learning Forward Annual Conference, they developed a close bond that has turned into ongoing collaboration. Read their story learnfwd.org/zoi and then register for our conference so you can find your people, too. Unite for Learning | Dec. 6-9 | Dallas, Texas | ow.ly/M2E150ZoTmP #learnfwd26