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Priorities for Transformation

Laying the Groundwork
To accomplish the crucial first steps described in this report, stakeholders must prioritize the following actions.

We all have a role to play

Want to help? Start with these top priorities, then choose your role below for even more ways to support great teaching and learning.

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Top Priorities

Whatever your role, you can help kickstart transformation by taking the following actions.
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Priorities for Teachers

Support great teaching and learning with these activities and practices based on your role.
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Priorities for Members & Affiliates

Support great teaching and learning with these activities and practices based on your role.
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Priorities for Schools & Districts

Support great teaching and learning with these activities and practices based on your role.
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Priorities for Teacher Preparation Programs

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Priorities for Partners & Communities

Support great teaching and learning with these activities and practices based on your role.
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Priorities for Policymakers

Support great teaching and learning with these activities and practices based on your role.
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