Kellie Kim

Research has found that teachers are the most important school-level influence on student achievement.1 Professional development for educators is, therefore, a key mechanism for improving classroom instruction and students' learning.2 The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) offers new opportunities for states and districts to further advance professional learning.3 It expands the allowable use of Title II funds for professional development for teachers of every subject, as well as all other sch...