As part of a larger study of three deeper learning networks—Big Picture Learning, New Tech Network, and the Internationals Network—LPI interviewed a cross-section of school and district educators and network representatives to understand the systems, structures, and practices that are in place to support deeper learning.
Reflections from: Althea Brutus-Garraway, ESL Humanities/English Teacher, Flushing International High School; Sandra Tiffault, Principal, Mary Bell McCorkle Academy of Excellence, a New Tech Network school; and Aniecea Williams, Operations Manager, Camden Big Picture Learning Academy.
Cross-Site Learning Opportunities
Reflections from: Lydia Dobyns, President and CEO, New Tech Network; Carl Anthony Finney, Founding Principal, International High School for Health Sciences; and Chaerea Snorten, Executive Director, School Support and Improvement, Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools, a Big Picture Learning partner.
Job-Embedded Professional Development
Reflections from: Joe Battaglia, Curriculum Director, Metropolitan Regional Career and Technical Center, a Big Picture Learning school; Dennis Caindec, Director of National School Support, Internationals Network; and Jim May, Chief Schools Officer, New Tech Network.
Using Network Conferences to Build Community and Advance Deeper Learning
Reflections from: Dennis Caindec, Director of National School Support, Internationals Network; Jim May, Chief Schools Officer, New Tech Network; Aniecea Williams, Operations Manager, Camden Big Picture Learning Academy.
Educators Become Students to Advance Deeper Learning
Reflections from Joe Battaglia, Curriculum Director, Metropolitan Regional Career and Technical Center, a Big Picture Learning school; Dennis Caindec, Director of National School Support, Internationals Network; and Sandra Tiffault, Principal, Mary Bell McCorkle Academy of Excellence, a New Tech Network school.
Principal Development is Key to Advancing Advancing Deeper Learning
Reflections from: Dennis Caindec, Director of National School Support, Internationals Network; Jerolyn Murray, Curriculum and Instruction Specialist, College and County School District, a New Tech Network Partner; and Sonn Sam, Regional Director, Big Picture Learning.
Network Case Studies
Deeper Learning Networks: Taking Student-Centered Learning and Equity to Scale is a cross-case analysis of three individual case studies of networks of schools. In a series of interviews, network representatives and educators in partner schools and districts discuss their strategies and practices for advancing deeper learning. Case studies and supporting content, including additional videos, are also available at the links below.
The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in these videos belong solely to the speakers, and do not necessarily reflect the perspective of the Learning Policy Institute.
