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We work with leaders, teacher-educators, and policymakers to transform educator preparation and strengthen pathways into teaching. Subscribe: deansforimpact.org/subscribe Download: deansforimpact.org/thescienceoflearning

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 1h

We're presenting this month at the NYSATE/NYACTE conference w/ faculty from @cuny.edu & Touro U. We'll share how our NY Path Forward pilot is helping teacher-prep programs redesign coursework & assignments around evidence-based literacy practices. nysatenyacte2026.sched.com

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

What does it take to implement a significant teacher-prep policy at scale? Our new report looks at how Texas #ed-prep programs are putting #HB2 & its PREP Allotment into practice, with takeaways & recommendations for state, philanthropic & advocacy leaders. www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Explore resources from our Learning by Scientific Design Network with tips for observing and coaching novice and aspiring teachers, informed by the science of learning principles: www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

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Science of Learning: Coaching Tools | Deans For Impact | Deans for Impact (DFI)

Discover tools, reports, videos, and guides to promote evidence-based practices in teacher education. Enhance teaching with resources on instructional materials and more.

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Excited to join NACCTEP next month for a virtual fall institute on using the Science of Learning to strengthen teacher prep. Bring an assignment or lesson from your program and leave with research-based ways to strengthen it. Save your seat: www.nacctep.org/professional...

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Go behind the scenes on our visit to Carson Newman University, where we learned how ed-prep leaders and PK-12 districts are working together to prepare future teachers to use high-quality instructional materials (#HQIM) effectively in the classroom: youtube.com/shorts/lJese...

How Future Teachers in Tennessee are Learning to Use High-Quality Instructional Materials #HQIM

We recently visited Carson-Newman University in East Tennessee to see how future teachers are learning to use high-quality instructional materials (#HQIM) in real classrooms. These on-the-ground…

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Texas's #HB2 & PREP Allotment bring new funding—and new complexity—to teacher prep. Our series explores how Lone Star College, Sam Houston State, and Houston ISD are navigating policy changes and what they mean for teacher candidates entering the field. www.deansforimpact.org/about/news-a...

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

How does public discourse around classroom instruction shape the future of teaching and learning? Cece Zhou, our Senior Director of Communications, will explore this next month at the Rocky Mountain Mind, Brain & Education Conference at the @denvermuseumns.bsky.social. www.dmns.org/learn/tpd/ev...

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Engaging students in thinking about content is central to good teaching but takes time to master. Effective #ed-prep should focus on depth over breadth: ambitious content, rigorous tasks & a focus on student thinking. The Content of Thinking explains how. www.deansforimpact.org/the-content-...

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The Content of Thinking | Deans for Impact (DFI)

Explore 'The Content of Thinking' framework, focusing on deep content knowledge and pedagogical strategies to prepare teachers for rigorous instruction.

Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

In a recent @edutopia.org post, Tracey Weinstein, our VP of Growth & Impact, breaks down 6 learning principles from The Science of Learning, 2nd Ed., with concrete examples for each. www.edutopia.org/article/appl...

6 Ways to Apply Cognitive Science Research in the Classroom

A new report covers evidence about how students learn and offers steps teachers can take to ensure that their instruction supports learning.

Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

How do future teachers learn to teach foundational reading skills? We partnered with #edprep programs in our Early Literacy Network to design 7 practice-based modules grounded in learning science. www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

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Early Literacy Foundational Skills: Instructional Modules Overview | Deans For Impact | Deans for Impact (DFI)

Discover tools, reports, videos, and guides to promote evidence-based practices in teacher education. Enhance teaching with resources on instructional materials and more.

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

How do students learn to take charge of their own learning? Drawing on the latest #cogsci research, the Science of Learning, 2nd Ed. breaks down 3 principles for how teachers can support students to learn more effectively and independently over time. 📄 www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

"While elections come and go, advocates are the ones who stick around." —David Rosenberg, TeachPlus In ep. 3 of our podcast, our CEO talks with education advocates about aligning teacher prep & PK-12 policy to strengthen the teacher pipeline. 🎧️ www.deansforimpact.org/about/news-a...

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Podcast Episode 3: Crossing the Advocacy Divide | January 16, 2026 | Deans for Impact (DFI)

Guests discuss how greater policy alignment can strengthen teacher pipelines and student outcomes.

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

We're presenting at the #TACTE Fall Conference, Sept 28-29! Our session previews an early draft of a framework to help #edprep programs prepare new educators to use #AI ethically and productively, plus tools to bring it into #teacherprep. Hope to see you in Tennessee: tnacte.org/fall-2026-co...

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

ICYMI: @natwexler.bsky.social examines early efforts to integrate #AI instruction into teacher prep, including our collaboration with TeachingWorks on a framework to help prepare future educators to use AI effectively & responsibly for student learning. nataliewexler.substack.com/p/how-should...

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How Should AI Be Used in Schools?

Educators need some understanding of cognitive science to make good decisions.

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Our report, Closing the Loop, shares stories and impact data from cohort 2 of our Learning by Scientific Design Network, 4 universities redesigning coursework and clinical experiences grounded in the science of learning: www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

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Closing the Loop | Deans For Impact | Deans for Impact (DFI)

Discover tools, reports, videos, and guides to promote evidence-based practices in teacher education. Enhance teaching with resources on instructional materials and more.

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

How is Texas's #HB2 reshaping teacher pathways? We visited Sam Houston State, Lone Star College & Houston ISD to see how #edprep programs are making changes in response to the state's historic investment in teacher preparation. Read our 2-part story here: www.deansforimpact.org/about/news-a...

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Making quality accessible: how Houston teacher pathways are responding to new HB2 funding, part I | September 03, 2026 | Deans for Impact (DFI)

Two-part series: Houston ed-prep programs and PK-12 partners implement HB2's PREP Allotment

Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Thoughtful use of #AI in classrooms starts with understanding how learning happens. Natalie Wexler highlights our forthcoming AI framework with TeachingWorks to help novice teachers exercise strong instructional judgment: nataliewexler.substack.com/p/how-should...

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How Should AI Be Used in Schools?

Educators need some understanding of cognitive science to make good decisions.

Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Great materials aren't enough if they aren't taught well. Lesson internalization helps teachers analyze how each part of a lesson supports the learning goal for all students. Explore the process with an elementary ELA example. #HQIM www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

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Lesson Internalization Guide for Reading | Deans for Impact (DFI)

Lesson internalization resource for HQIM in elementary English Arts (reading, literacy)

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Texas's #HB2 includes a historic investment in teacher prep, incentivizing paid pathways, stronger mentoring, and deeper district-EPP partnerships. Our series examines its impact so far in Houston. www.deansforimpact.org/houston-hb2

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Residencies & apprenticeships are changing how teachers enter the profession. But what they practice matters just as much. In Ep. 4 of our #podcast, we explore instructional shifts in #teacher-prep and how new tech is shaping what comes next. 🎧️ www.deansforimpact.org/about/news-a...

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Podcast Episode 4: Inside the Black Box of Instruction | February 11, 2026 | Deans for Impact (DFI)

Ed-prep leaders discuss how and why instructional quality must be central to teacher preparation.

Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

We're presenting at the #TECSCU2026 Fall Meeting on courageous leadership! Our two-part advocacy series helps education leaders channel their strengths and personal stories into effective advocacy communications. Register here: www.uwlax.edu/ex/tecscu/

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Comprehensive mentoring & induction help new teachers use evidence-based strategies, better support students with disabilities, reduce stress and burnout, and boost retention. See how #ed-prep programs are partnering with PK-12 to support new teachers: www.deansforimpact.org/about/news-a...

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How ed-prep programs can strengthen new teacher retention through mentorship and induction | August 19, 2025 | Deans for Impact (DFI)

Phone: (512) 596-5417

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

What should every #edprep leader anchor on amid a changing landscape? Lead Boldly, Teach Brilliantly examines a decade of trends & shares case studies of leaders strengthening every pathway into teaching so all students have well-prepared teachers. www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

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Key Priorities for Teacher Preparation Leaders | Deans for Impact (DFI)

Leadership report identifying key priorities for all teacher preparation deans and leaders

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

A teacher-in-training who anticipates student misunderstandings like a veteran? At Carson Newman University, aspiring teachers learn to "internalize" lessons by working through them as a student would. See how TN #edprep leaders are strengthening teacher prep: www.deansforimpact.org/about/news-a...

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Designing sustainable systems for high-quality instruction, from preparation to practice | April 01, 2026 | Deans for Impact (DFI)

How Carson-Newman University is collaborating with PK-12 to strengthen new teacher efficacy.

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

ICYMI: As schools and states rapidly adopt #AI tools, we're partnering with TeachingWorks to build an AI competency framework for #teacherprep that helps novice teachers exercise strong instructional judgment in AI-enabled classrooms. Read more: www.deansforimpact.org/about/news-a...

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Deans for Impact and TeachingWorks to Produce AI Framework for Teacher Preparation | August 12, 2026 | Deans for Impact (DFI)

New framework will help prepare future teachers to use AI effectively and responsibly with students.

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Texas is seeking to end its reliance on uncertified teachers. Learn how policy and practice can come together to achieve this vision at #SXSWEDU. Help us get there by voting for our PanelPicker proposal by 8/23: participate.sxsw.com/flow/sxsw/sx...

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Encouraged to see AEI & researchED launch "The Practice Project," translating #cogsci and education research into practical guidance for teachers, coaches, and school leaders. Learn more: www.aei.org/commentary/i...

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Effective #edprep isn't about covering every content standard. It's about depth over breadth & helping teacher candidates prioritize big ideas. The Content of Thinking explores how contextualization can help novice teachers prepare to teach ambitious content: www.deansforimpact.org/the-content-...

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Ambitious Content in Teacher Preparation | The Content of Thinking | DFI | Deans for Impact (DFI)

Explore the concept of ambitious content in teacher preparation, emphasizing big ideas and deep understanding to enhance student learning and teacher effectiveness.

Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

This month, our fully remote team gathered in Chicago for our annual staff retreat — centering our greatest asset: our people. Built around joy and intention, it reminded us how much heart this team brings to each other and to the educators we serve. ❤️

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

As schools race to adopt AI, we're partnering with TeachingWorks to build a framework of competencies for novice teachers to use strong instructional judgment in AI-enabled classrooms, grounded in the science of learning. Read more: www.deansforimpact.org/about/news-a...

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

📢 Tune in 8/12 @ 1PM ET for a webinar on the new National Guideline Standards (NGS) for Tutor Apprenticeships. Get an overview of the NGS & resources for implementing a scalable framework to strengthen the tutor-to-teacher pipeline. 🔗 Register: zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

We'd love your vote! Our #SXSWEDU panel dives into how HB2, cross-sector partnerships & redesigned pathways can help rebuild Texas' teaching workforce amid a tight redesign timeline. Click the ❤️ on our proposal here: participate.sxsw.com/flow/sxsw/sx...

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Teacher prep & PK-12 policy are too often treated as separate. That disconnect impacts retention, workforce quality, and student learning. On our #podcast, ED @ValerieSakimura & guests discuss how policy alignment can strengthen the teacher pipeline: www.deansforimpact.org/about/news-a...

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Podcast Episode 3: Crossing the Advocacy Divide | January 16, 2026 | Deans for Impact (DFI)

Guests discuss how greater policy alignment can strengthen teacher pipelines and student outcomes.

Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Nearly half of teachers serving multilingual learners (MLs) feel only somewhat or not at all prepared, per a 2024 RAND report. New guides from Student Achievement Partners break down evidence-based literacy & math practices to help early-career teachers support MLs. learnwithsap.org/multilingual...

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

How do kids develop a sense of self, learn to read and write, and grasp math? Our report, The Science of Early Learning, summarizes what #cogsci tells us about how children (birth–age 8) build agency, literacy, and numeracy skills. www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

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The Science of Early Learning | Deans For Impact | Deans for Impact (DFI)

Discover tools, reports, videos, and guides to promote evidence-based practices in teacher education. Enhance teaching with resources on instructional materials and more.

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Want to help shape the next chapter of #EdPrep? We’re growing our Board of Directors & seeking leaders with rigorous thinking, strategic vision, and a passion for teacher prep. Nominate a leader or express your interest by Aug 7: www.deansforimpact.org/files/assets...

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

What if every pathway into teaching was affordable and high-quality? That's the north star of our report, Pathways that Deliver, a policy framework proposing solutions, anchored in 4 critical conditions for strengthening teaching pathways nationwide. www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

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Pathways that Deliver: Building Affordable, High-Quality Pathways into Teaching | Deans For Impact | Deans for Impact (DFI)

Discover tools, reports, videos, and guides to promote evidence-based practices in teacher education. Enhance teaching with resources on instructional materials and more.

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Big news for the teacher pipeline: DOL recently published National Guideline Standards for Tutor Apprenticeships, expanding high-quality tutoring apprenticeships and bringing more aspiring teachers to the field. Learn more & join the webinar on 8/12: www.partnershipstudentsuccess.org/press-releas...

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Press Release – Approval of the National Guideline Standards for Tutor Apprenticeship Programs | The Partnership for Student Success

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Using high-quality instructional materials (#HQIM) isn't enough on its own. Teachers must internalize lessons to meet the ambitious goals in state standards. Check out our step-by-step guide for internalizing an elementary math lesson. www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

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HQIM Lesson Internalization for Math | Deans for Impact (DFI)

Lesson internalization guide for HQIM in elementary mathematics.

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Last week, we welcomed 24 educator-prep leaders to Impact Academy's 11th cohort for a year of coaching, learning & tackling the field's toughest adaptive challenges. Learn more & get notified when the next application opens: www.deansforimpact.org/impact-academy

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

The Campaign for Grade-Level Reading's GLR Week kicks off today with virtual learning sessions on AI-era parenting, 3rd-grade retention, the science of reading & civic leadership—all focused on closing the gaps in kids' early school success. Register here: glrweek2026.gradelevelreading.net

Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Meet our newest cohort of Impact Academy fellows! 24 #edprep leaders from across the country are joining our national fellowship for deans & executive-level leaders strengthening pathways into teaching. Welcome, Cohort 11! www.deansforimpact.org/about/news-a...

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Leadership to meet a rapidly-changing education field: introducing our 2026-27 Impact Academy fellows | July 14, 2026 | Deans for Impact (DFI)

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

We're excited to announce the Maryland Literacy Ed Prep Collaborative! DFI is partnering with Hood College, McDaniel College, Salisbury U & Towson U to strengthen evidence-based reading instruction as MD advances its PK-12 literacy policy agenda. www.deansforimpact.org/about/news-a...

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News and Blog | Deans for Impact (DFI)

Stay informed with the latest updates, articles, and insights from Deans for Impact. Explore news on educator preparation, teaching practices, policy, and more.

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Using high-quality instructional materials (#HQIM) isn't enough on its own. Teachers must internalize lessons to meet the ambitious goals in state standards. Check out our step-by-step guide for internalizing an elementary math lesson. www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

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HQIM Lesson Internalization for Math | Deans for Impact (DFI)

Lesson internalization guide for HQIM in elementary mathematics.

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Interested in helping guide DFI's mission? We're seeking Board members with rigorous thinking and strategic perspective, especially in IT, law, K-12 leadership, math & philanthropy. Nominate a leader or express your interest by August 7: www.deansforimpact.org/files/assets...

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Short-term performance can trick us into thinking students are learning when they often aren't. The Science of Learning, 2nd ed. provides tips and strategies for unlocking deep, durable learning, based on a decade of #cogsci research. www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Please welcome Derek Richey to our board! He brings 20+ years leading financial strategy & operational excellence in mission-driven orgs, most recently as CFO of Relay Graduate School of Education Learn more: www.deansforimpact.org/about/our-pe...

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

What does it look like to coach aspiring teachers using science of learning principles? These resources from our Learning by Scientific Design Network help clinical educators and supervisors observe and support teacher candidates. www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Today, we're thrilled to announce the 2026-27 cohort of our Impact Academy fellowship. At a time of rapid change in #edprep, these leaders are meeting complexity with clarity of vision, courage, and deep care for future teachers and students. www.deansforimpact.org/about/news-a...

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Leadership to meet a rapidly-changing education field: introducing our 2026-27 Impact Academy fellows | July 14, 2026 | Deans for Impact (DFI)

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Deans for Impact (DFI) @deansforimpact.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

See you at the Assn of Teacher Educators Summer 2026 conference! On 7/20, DFI co-presents on the "missing middle," the gap between adopting evidence-based literacy practices & sustained program change that makes instruction genuinely engaging for teacher-candidates. www.ate1.org/summer-confe...

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