Lessons Learned is a podcast by BetterLesson that takes a deep dive into the world of education through the eyes of K-12 district, state, and education leaders. Each episode focuses in on the real, innovative strategies school districts are employing to impact teaching and learning across the country. From rethinking the "portrait of a graduate" to building out systemic, sustained professional learning practices, our guests share the lessons they've learned along the way.
Latest Episodes
Why PD Must Start With Student Outcomes in Mind ft. Thomas Guskey | Lessons Learned | Ep 18
How do we move beyond Participants’ Reactions when we evaluate PD?“ It's not that teachers are afraid of change or reluctant to change. It is just they're so committed...
Building Local Partnerships to Equip Students for the Future of Work ft. Dr. Monique Perry-Graves | Lessons Learned | Ep 17
What does it take to transform early opportunities into lasting career mobility?“ We must all [school districts, nonprofits, workforce] be in collaboration. It's not a...
Getting the Most Out of Limited Resources ft. Dr. Patrick Ward & Kirk Shrum | Lessons Learned | Ep 16
How can districts make the most of every dollar while still raising academic intensity?“ If we want to be the future ready system of tomorrow, we have to look each oth...
How Can Industry & Education Build Future-Ready Students? ft. Matt Kellam | Lessons Learned | Ep 15
How can industry and education work together to prepare students for the future?“ People at a younger age deserve to learn earlier what their opportunities are and des...
Why Student Impact Must Drive Instructional Coaching ft. Jim Knight | Lessons Learned | Ep 14
What does effective instructional coaching really look like?“If there’s no goal, it’s just a nice conversation.” -Jim KnightIn this special episode of Lessons Learned,...
