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Deliberate reflection isn't optional for effective consulting. In fact, research shows that structured reflection can boost performance more than additional experience. Get practical guidance and a tool to help clients dig deeper: buff.ly/2pEqqQu
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Reflection: From Deliberate Thinking to Action
To put myself through college, I worked a variety of blue-collar jobs. Those jobs provided some much-needed funding for my learning habit, an interesting set of manual skills, and the opportunity to…
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December 19, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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EdWeek’s new survey shows many counselors are giving CTE and college pathways comparable attention. The article highlights how expanding training and resources can help counselors ensure students are knowledgeable about a wide range of paths for their futures.
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December 18, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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AI enthusiasm is high, but implementation gaps are wide. A national survey shows over 90% of teachers want more support to navigate tools, training, ethics, and access. This article lays out the evidence and the practical questions schools should be asking.
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December 16, 2025 at 10:48 PM
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If you’re looking for research-backed ways to use technology in higher ed, this toolkit translates WWC recommendations into actions that instructors and leaders can put into place right away.
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Transforming Teaching with Technology: An Evidence-Based Toolkit for Higher Education | IES
Transforming Teaching with Technology: An Evidence-Based Toolkit for Higher Education
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December 15, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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Transitions from early care to kindergarten can be stressful and confusing for families managing their child’s complex health needs. We worked with CDEC and parent advisors to create a clear, practical IHP guide for families and providers.

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Supporting Children with Special Health Conditions
Marzano Research believes in ensuring all children have the support they need to thrive in school and beyond. Recently, we contracted with the Colorado…
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December 12, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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Strong classroom decisions come from evidence, not guesswork. This piece explores how UDL-aligned formative assessments tap into cognitive research on retrieval, feedback, and learning.

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Fun Formative Assessment Activities Inspired by UDL
Varying the format of comprehension checks guides students to demonstrate learning and provides teachers feedback on progress.
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December 11, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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"We must keep closing the gap between what research tells us and what actually happens in schools . . . ICSEI is one of the best platforms I know for making those connections real."
- ICSEI President Danette Parsley on the organization's direction in 2026

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December 10, 2025 at 10:48 PM
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For agencies working to improve college and career pathways, this NCES guide is a valuable resource. It covers key CCR indicators, data quality strategies, and ways to build stronger links across systems to support students’ next steps.

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Forum Guide to College and Career Readiness (CCR) Data | IES
The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) has released the Forum Guide to College and Career Readiness (CCR) Data (NFES 2026-003). This guide provides state and local education agencies…
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December 10, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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As Dr. Danette Parsley settles into the ICSEI Presidency, we're looking ahead to the 2026 Congress in Doha, Qatar: a historic gathering for education and a chance to learn from perspectives that haven't always been centered in global conversations.

More to come. 🌍
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December 9, 2025 at 10:48 PM
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Celebrating @danetteparsley.bsky.social's installation as ICSEI president! #ICSEI connects researchers, educators, and policymakers worldwide to strengthen schools and expand opportunities.

Here's to a new chapter of global collaboration and to seeing everyone at the 2026 Congress!
Marzano Research CEO Danette Parsley Named President of ICSEI
Marzano Research is proud to share that Dr. Danette Parsley, CEO, has officially begun her two-year term as
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December 8, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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What is “cruel optimism”? In educator PD, it shows up as bite-sized tips or disconnected, one-off workshops that lack the depth, time, and reflection required for meaningful, sustained improvement.

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Beyond “Cruel Optimism”
The alarm sounds at 5:30 AM. A teacher jolts awake, desperate to squeeze in some lesson planning before the school day begins. Later, during her precious 25-minute lunch break,…
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December 5, 2025 at 10:48 PM
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Proud to announce our CEO, Dr. @danetteparsley.bsky.social, is now President of @icsei.bsky.social!
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December 5, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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Research found that #SPED shortages often stem from system design rather than a lack of certified teachers. Many are trained in special ed but leave due to inadequate support. Findings suggest stronger mentoring and tailored PD helps retention.
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December 4, 2025 at 10:48 PM
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What if the biggest wins from early childhood grants aren’t about the size of awards, but their design? Our follow-up study on the successful CIRCLE grants in Colorado uncovered 6 insights showing how small, flexible investments lead to big, lasting systems change.

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The Next Wave: 6 CIRCLE Takeaways on Funding Early Childhood
Two years ago, educators, councils, and nonprofits across Colorado joined a statewide effort to bolster early childhood systems. Funded by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood and facilitated…
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December 3, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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SPARC research found #SPED shortages stem from system design rather than a lack of certified teachers. Many are trained in special ed but leave due to inadequate support. Findings suggest stronger mentoring and tailored PD helps retention.
Schools Have the Special Educators—But Keep Losing Them to General Ed.
A study across seven states finds educators for students with disabilities need more targeted support.
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November 28, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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Employers are calling for stronger skills in adaptability, tech fluency, and human-centered leadership. Commissioned by the U.S. Dept. of Ed, our research report Building a Future-Ready Workforce reveals how education can respond.

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Building a Future-Ready Workforce: Insights for Employability Skills Framework 2.0
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November 26, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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This article connects research on self-regulation, executive function, and agency into a practical roadmap for building self-reliant learners.
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How to Develop Self-Reliant Learners
Supporting students in developing self-regulation, executive function skills, and self-agency can improve their ability to succeed in school.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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From healthcare to advanced manufacturing, rural CTE prepares students for the jobs that communities need most. Explore the 10 key questions that help leaders make it work.

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November 24, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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A thoughtful look at student disengagement from a teacher’s point of view, paired with practical, evidence-based ways to help students reengage in learning.
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November 21, 2025 at 10:48 PM
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Districts that tie employability skill development to daily instruction give students a clearer path to success and help teachers know what progress looks like. Get started with these 4 simple moves any district can begin today.
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Districts Building Skill Pathways Tied to Instruction Will Outpace Those That Don’t. Here’s How CREC Is Doing It.
Most schools have a portrait of a graduate or employability skills framework. Often, these tools are anchored in a strong vision but sit on the edges of instruction. Think about the last one you saw.…
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November 20, 2025 at 10:48 PM
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How do you even begin to move from siloed systems to unified action? Strategic facilitation is key. Get 5 strategies that set the conditions for successful multi-organization partnerships.

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5 Strategies for Forging Strong State Cross-Agency Collaboration
Did you know that no state houses all prenatal to age 3 supports and services in a single agency? Most states distribute early childhood functions across health, education, and human services, making…
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November 20, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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For educators focused on improving writing instruction, this new toolkit distills What Works Clearinghouse guidance into practical sessions and tools teachers can use right away.
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Supporting Stronger Writers in Elementary School | IES
Effective writing instruction can transform how students express ideas, solve problems, and engage with the world. Yet for many elementary educators, finding the time, tools, and strategies to teach…
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November 19, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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This article pulls together a lot of recent research on how the brain learns, translating it into classroom strategies.
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15 Tips to Align Your Teaching With Brain Science
A comprehensive guide to applying the latest insight from neuroscience, psychology, and cognitive science to improve your instruction.
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November 18, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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If you're sick of top-down plans that don't stick, you need a method where listening drives the process from the start. Here’s how one organization used this approach to create a smarter strategic plan, guided by the people it serves.
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Planning that Listens - And Why It's the Smart Thing
Strategic plans can look great on paper. But if they aren’t built with the people they’re meant to serve, they’re more likely to miss the mark. At Marzano Research, we’ve seen again and again that…
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November 17, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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Don’t wait for high school career classes to teach employability skills! This article gives actionable, research-informed ideas for integrating foundational competencies at every grade level: buff.ly/JLUTT2B
#EmployabilitySkills #PostsecondaryReadiness #EduSky
Diagram showing progression of employability skill development. Early Childhood Education: Focus on the development of foundational cognitive, emotional, and interpersonal skills. Provide play-based learning opportunities. Support children through guided social interactions. Integrate families and communities in the development of foundational skills. Elementary Education: Integrate employability skills into core academic subjects. Provide opportunities for the development of digital literacy skills. Leverage project-based learning to support the development of interpersonal skills like collaboration and communication. Secondary Education: Provide structured opportunities for the development of career readiness skills. Provide ample access to CTE programs and work-based learning opportunities. Support the development of additional skills like financial literacy and entrepreneurship. Post-Secondary Education and Workforce Development: Align curricular offerings with workforce demands. Expand access to microcredentialing programs. Provide ample opportunities for mentorship, career advancement, work-based learning, and upskilling.
November 14, 2025 at 5:30 PM