I originally started writing this blog as a way of synthesizing and reflecting. That is exactly what this article is, and as a result it is my very best drafty thinking at this time; I’m ideating rather than producing a polished piece of writing….

We know that using I Can Statements and Success Criteria help maximize learning. When we explain and make visual what students are aiming to do and what success will look like, we empower and motivate students. They know what to focus on. When PLCs collaborate to develop I Can Statements and Success Criteria based on grade-level standards, we ensure vigorous learning that is coherent across classrooms. Adult Learners benefit too from knowing what success looks like. In this post, I want to synthesize some of what I have learned about what effective teams do in their PLCs to accelerate student learning.

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