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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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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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...

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...

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

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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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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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Lesson internalization guide for HQIM in elementary mathematics.

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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

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

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...

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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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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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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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...

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

Lesson internalization guide for HQIM in elementary mathematics.

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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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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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...

"The things that faculty members in this room teach future educators ripples outwards into hundreds and even thousands of classrooms and our students' lives..." An aspiring teacher in TX reflects on how her preparation built her confidence. www.deansforimpact.org/about/news-a...

A future teacher reflects on the power of strong literacy preparation | May 29, 2026 | Deans for Impact (DFI)

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We’re excited to welcome Stephanie Lund as our new Impact Academy Program Director! Lund will lead our leadership development efforts, bringing deep experience in coaching, technical assistance, and systems-change initiatives in #edprep. www.deansforimpact.org/about/our-pe...

It's not just how new teachers enter the profession that matters; it's what they practice once they're in it. This episode of our #podcast explores instructional shifts in #teacherprep and how new technologies are shaping what's ahead. 🎧️ Listen: www.deansforimpact.org/about/news-a...

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.

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What does the science of learning look like in practice? Our Teacher Action Anchor Charts break down concepts like drawing attention to meaning and activating prior knowledge, with concrete teacher actions to elicit deeper learning. Download all 4 guides: www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

Science of Learning: Teacher Action Anchor Charts | Deans For Impact | Deans for Impact (DFI)

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Decades of research suggest that learning styles are a myth. Our updated Science of Learning report breaks down the #cogsci behind how students learn and dispels common myths that get in the way. www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

"The science of learning is not another fad..." Robert Pondiscio reflects on our updated report, The Science of Learning, 2nd Ed, on the Forham Institute's blog. The challenge now isn't changing minds; it's changing institutions. Read his take: fordhaminstitute.org/national/com...

The “science of learning” is less controversial than it used to be

More than a decade ago, I reviewed the The Science of Learning, a slim report published by the then-new advocacy group Deans for Impact. At the time, it felt like an intervention, nearly an epiphany.

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Where is teacher prep headed, and how do we get there? Our CEO, Valerie Sakimura, explores that question across our 5-episode #podcast featuring #edprep leaders working toward a future where every student has a well-prepared teacher. 🎧 www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

Hand in Hand, Place to Place - A DFI Podcast | Deans for Impact (DFI)

Hear insights from leaders and educators working collectively to strengthen teacher preparation.

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While there's no shortcut to deep, meaningful learning, #cogsci research shows us there are clear principles for how students learn. Our updated report, The Science of Learning, 2nd. Ed. translates this research into classroom practice. www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

How can teachers use high-quality instructional materials effectively? Lesson internalization plays an important role. Our guide breaks down what that looks like for elementary math teachers. #hqim #mathinstruction www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

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

Lesson internalization guide for HQIM in elementary mathematics.

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Progress on student literacy starts before teachers enter the classroom. DFI's Cece Zhou & Kathleen Castillo-Clark make the case for investing in teacher prep to ensure aspiring teachers have access to evidence-based reading instruction: fordhaminstitute.org/national/com...

How can states and systems help teacher preparation programs with the science of reading?

For the last several years, as more than 40 states have invested in evidence-based literacy instruction, national attention has understandably focused on the K–12 implementation efforts that have the…

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Texas is moving fast on #teacherprep reform. DFI's Early Literacy & Early Numeracy by Scientific Design networks are meeting the moment by bringing faculty together to build aligned, evidence-based programs across reading and math. Watch highlights from our May convening.

What if we could accelerate PK-12 student learning AND strengthen the teacher pipeline at the same time? DFI's policy framework provides 3 recommendations for mobilizing aspiring teachers as tutors—a win-win for students & the teaching profession. www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

Mobilizing Aspiring Teachers as Tutors: A Policy Framework | Deans For Impact | Deans for Impact (DFI)

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Strong reading instruction starts with well-prepared teachers. Explore 7 free, self-paced modules to help aspiring & novice teachers deliver early literacy instruction, grounded in the science of how students learn to read. www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-re...

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

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New teachers need support to stay, grow, and thrive. DFI proudly endorses the Beginning Educator Mentorship & Education Act, federal legislation signed by @repjahanahayes.bsky.social & @kaine.senate.gov to fund support for new teachers where it's needed most. www.kaine.senate.gov/press-releas...

Kaine, Hayes Introduce Legislation to Provide Mentorship, Training to New Teachers | U.S. Senator Tim Kaine of Virginia

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), a member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, and U.S....

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