With 2023 in the rearview mirror and 2024 now in focus, it’s a moment of reflection and anticipation for us at Learner-Centered Collaborative. It has been an incredible year, and I am filled with gratitude for your support and partnership in this journey.
Thank you for being a vital part of our 2023 journey. Here’s to a 2024 filled with even more possibilities and breakthroughs in the world of education. Read on to see all we accomplished together in 2023 and what’s in store for 2024 along with my predictions for learner-centered education this year.
Yours in learner-centered collaboration,
Devin
REFLECTING ON 2023
Mobilizing Toward Learner-Centered Education
Our recently released 2023 Impact Report showcases the strides we've made in our mission to transform education. From expanding our partnerships to launching innovative programs, the stories and data in the report are testaments to the efficacy of a learner-centered approach.
LOOKING AHEAD TO 2024
3 Optimistic Predictions for Learner-Centered Education
Change is perhaps the only constant, and I'm excited to share my predictions for 2024. They are grounded in what I am seeing, discussing, and experiencing on a regular basis in classrooms, throughout districts, at conferences, through collaborations with state-level leaders, and among researchers and thought-leaders.
UPCOMING EVENTS
💻 WEBINAR
Beyond Standards: Innovations in Competency-Based Assessment
Tues. Jan. 30, 1pm PT / 4pm ET
Ready to move beyond standardized tests and letter grades that fall short of capturing deeper learning? Join LCC and Embark Education to gain actionable ideas and strategies. Register
💫 LEARNER-CENTERED CONNECTIONS
2024-25 Cohort Applications Opening Soon!
Consider being part of next year's Learner-Centered Connections cohort! Participating district teams will visit innovative, exemplar school and industry partners and have access to coaching, mentors, and a nationwide network of colleagues. Learn more and reach out to marlon@learnercentered.org to be notified when applications are open.
👥 CONFERENCE
Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC)
January 23-26, Orlando, FL
Marlon Styles will be speaking about innovative leadership approaches, emerging technologies for learner-centered education, empowering guiding coalitions for collective impact, and elevating communication strategies to drive clarity and commitment in your educational community.
Dr. Daly's dedication to fostering collaborative partnerships, particularly evidenced through the UCSD + LCC Research partnership, exemplifies his commitment to enhancing educational ecosystems.
His remarkable research into the realms of social networks and knowledge brokering in education has been a game-changer, offering profound insights into how information, resources, and support flow within educational communities. His work not only deepens our understanding of the intricate dynamics of educational networks but also guides us in strengthening these connections for better knowledge exchange and collaboration.
Thank you Dr. Daly for your innovative approach and unwavering dedication to partnership and collaboration which make you an exemplary figure in educational research and reform, and a true inspiration to all of us in the field.
Each month in Catalyst we celebrate a learner-centered catalyzer—an individual or team putting learners at the center getting us closer to education ecosystems where all learners know who they are, thrive in community, and actively engage in the world as their best selves. Have someone to nominate? Tell us about them here.
