Strong Professional Learning Systems for Math Instruction in California: What Do We Know Today?

This Knowledge Brief is part of a continuing series designed to inform California education leaders about key policy issues related to teachers and teaching in the Golden State.

The brief:

• Outlines the current policy environment surrounding math instruction in California
• Summarizes California information from a nationwide teacher survey on teachers’ experiences with professional learning during the 2019/20 school year
• Highlights options for instructional supports for California math teachers

This brief is part of a continuing series designed to inform California education leaders about new research findings on key state policy topics.

Other Briefs in the Series

• Strong Professional Learning Systems for Math Instruction in California: What Do We Know Today?
• Voices From the Field: County Office of Education Leaders Discuss COVID-19’s Impact on California Education
• Improving California’s Teacher Data System to Better Inform Decisions
• Expanding California Districts’ Curriculum-Focused Professional Learning
• What California Teachers Are Saying About Their Instructional Materials for English Learner Students