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Defining Your Own Career Growth
In the final post of this three-part series on personalized professional learning and growth, explore how we define career success and why traditional paths like promotions and titles don’t work for everyone. Learn how the multidimensional career framework can help individuals name their growth priorities and help leaders retain and support passionate educators.

Kathryn Laster
3 days ago5 min read


Designing Your Own Learning
The second post in a three-part series on personalizing professional learning.
After exploring your learning preferences in Part 1, this post invites you to take the next step: intentionally designing your own learning journey. Discover how self-directed learning and curation can transform not only your growth, but also how you support others.

Kathryn Laster
Sep 306 min read


What is Open Enrollment?
Open Enrollment is a learning session your district hosts with a twist! These sessions are also open to participants from other...
learningforwardtx
Jun 91 min read


The ABCs for Intentional Engagement at LFTX
Get ready for #LFTX25 by embracing the ABCs of Conference Engagement: Amplify, Build, and Connect. This year’s Learning Forward Texas Summer Conference encourages attendees to intentionally share insights, turn ideas into action, and spark meaningful connections—whether through thoughtful conversations, a playful new Bingo Board, or purposeful planning tools.

Kathryn Laster
May 306 min read


Relevance at the Center: Reflections on Learning and Design
Staying current isn't enough—great learning leaders stay relevant. In this conversation, Terri Iles shares how intentional design, real-world application, and joyful connection create professional learning that lasts.

Kathryn Laster
May 17 min read


Why Educators Return to the Learning Forward Texas Conference Every Summer
Every summer, educators from across Texas—and across roles—gather for something more than just a conference. Read why people attend our little Learning Forward Texas Annual Conference every year.

Kathryn Laster
Mar 294 min read


Collaboration Skills for Learning Leaders
Prepare for this summer’s Learning Forward Texas conference with a sneak peek into Dr. Thomas Van Soelen’s pre-conference session—and discover why it’s a must-attend for learning leaders!

Kathryn Laster
Feb 287 min read


Designing with Learner Personas in Mind
Several years ago, an Instructional Designer friend introduced me to the concept of learner personas . While I had some understanding of...

Kathryn Laster
Jan 66 min read


Elevating Learning Through the Power of Words
Discover the power of language and communication through a curated list of transformative books.

Kathryn Laster
Dec 3, 20246 min read


Top 5 Blog Posts for 2023-2024 with a focus on Leadership and Professional Learning
Learning Forward Texas’s most popular blogs from 2023-2024 are a fantastic resource supporting leadership and professional learning.
learningforwardtx
Aug 2, 20242 min read
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