Program Overview

Program Overview

The Harvard Graduate School of Education offers various programs for educators, including the Master's in Education (Ed.M.), Doctor of Education Leadership (Ed.L.D.), and Doctor of Philosophy in Education (Ph.D.). These programs provide exceptional academic preparation, opportunities for growth, and the tools to make an impact in the field of education.

Degrees and Programs

• Master’s in Education (Ed.M.)
• Doctor of Education Leadership (Ed.L.D.)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Education (Ph.D.)

Professional Development

The Harvard Graduate School of Education offers professional development programs, including:

• Early Childhood Programs
• K-12 Programs
  • Data Wise Portfolio
  • Teacher Leader Programs
  • The Principals' Center
• Higher Education Programs
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Leading Teacher Teams: Promoting Growth Through Effective Collaboration

This program is designed to help new and experienced teacher leaders build the skills they need to lead adult teams effectively. The program explores how adults learn, how to reach and motivate them, and how to apply team leadership strategies and practices that are supported by theory, research, and professional expertise.

Program Details

The course is divided into six one-week modules that explore the fundamentals of facilitating teacher teams. Through the weekly modules, participants will uncover strategies for balancing their team’s role in advancing student learning, fostering the professional growth of individuals on their team, and establishing the structures and dynamics required for successful team collaboration.

Learning Goals

• Explore current research on professional learning for teachers.
• Examine common models of professional learning with a focus on team-based, collaborative approaches.
• Practice designing and facilitating team-based learning experiences and receive feedback from peers.
• Reflect on how you can improve the design and facilitation of teacher teams in your unique contexts.

Faculty

The program is led by experienced faculty, including:

• Noah Heller, Lecturer on Education
• Candice Bocala, Lecturer on Education
• Whitney Benns, Lecturer on Education
• Tina Blythe, Lecturer on Education and Director of Learning and Outreach, Project Zero
• Kathryn Parker Boudett, Herbert A. Simon Professor in Education, Management, and Organizational Behavior
• Ebony N. Bridwell-Mitchell, Senior Lecturer on Education
• Elizabeth City, Lecturer on Education
• Candice Crawford-Zakian, Juliana W. and William Foss Thompson Professor of Education and Society
• Meira Levinson, Lecturer on Education
• Eric Soto-Shed, Lecturer on Education
• Samuel Straus, Lecturer on Education and Senior Research Associate, Project Zero
• Daniel Wilson, Lecturer on Education
• Rhonda Bondie, Adjunct Lecturer on Education
• Ellie Drago-Severson, Professor of Education Leadership, Teachers College, Columbia University

Who Should Attend

• Teacher leaders or teachers with an interest in leadership
• Education professionals who support teachers in their work, such as mentors, instructional coaches, grade-level or department leads, supervisors, or teachers in other leadership roles

Tuition and Registration

The program tuition is $399.00. Registration is available for individuals and teams. A discount of 25% is available for groups of 10 or more.

Earn CEUs

The program offers Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for successful participation. The requirements to earn CEUs include attending or viewing all program sessions, completing the program evaluation, and successfully completing all program requirements.

Tuition Assistance

Tuition assistance is available for this program on a need and application basis. Requests for tuition assistance do not affect an applicant's prospects for admission. The tuition assistance application should be submitted at least one month prior to the final application deadline.