Professional Learning
Our Focus
The North Dakota Personalized Learning network hosts professional learning workshops with support from The North Dakota Hub for Innovative Education and Personalized Learning. We are building a community of local coaches who are equipped to support district learning cycle teams and expanding our connection with leaders and educators across the state. We support:
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District Implementation/Systems Coaching: providing support to districts ready to shift their system to a PL model
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Leadership Development: strengthening learning opportunities and coaching support during workshops, site visits and learning cycles
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Learner Leadership: piloting a student learning cycle that includes a common understanding of PL, mapping of current experiences, and tools to advocate for PL
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Coaching Community: establishing and growing a community of leaders and educators who can coach learning cycles
Stay connected with NDPLN for workshops, learning cycles, site visits, and collaborative learning opportunities throughout the 2026–27 school year. Mark your calendars and check back for details.
Oct. 6 – West Fargo | Dec. 1 – Bismarck | March 2 – Location TBD
Tue, Oct 06West Fargo Central OfficeWorkshop Focus: Building Agency Through Proficiency Scales. Join educators and leaders from across North Dakota to explore how proficiency scales and a shared understanding of what learners need to know and be able to do can empower learners to take greater ownership of their learning. Cap: 60 seats
Wed, Oct 07ZoomLearn what proficiency scales are, why they matter, and how to create them. This learning cycle is designed for educators and leaders who already have proficiency scales, or are developing them, and want to explore how to leverage them with learners in the classroom. Fee: $50 per participant
Wed, Oct 07ZoomLearn what proficiency scales are, why they matter, and how to create them. This learning cycle is designed for educators and leaders who are ready to develop proficiency scales or strengthen the scales they already use. Fee: $50 per participant
Wed, Oct 14Virtual Event (Zoom)We invite districts to nominate up to four students in grades 5–12 to participate in a Student Learning Cycle focused on understanding, experiencing, and advocating for personalized learning.
Wed, Nov 04WebinarCome learn how ND educators are using AI to build authentic tasks, personalize learning, and deepen engagement
Tue, Dec 01Bismarck Public SchoolsJoin educators and leaders from across North Dakota for a collaborative day focused on relevant learning and strong learner supports. Together, we’ll explore practical strategies that help make learning more meaningful, personalized, and connected to students’ interests and goals. Event details TBA!
Who Should Attend
Events hosted by the North Dakota Network for Personalized Learning are open to educators and partners at all stages of implementation. Whether you are just beginning to explore personalized learning or refining competency-based systems, these opportunities provide space to learn, collaborate and grow alongside others doing similar work including:
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Classroom educators and instructional coaches
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School and district leaders
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Counselors and student support staff
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Community and higher education partners
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Anyone interested in personalized, competency‑based learning
Need Something more Specific?
If you didn’t find the right learning opportunity today, we’re happy to help. New sessions are added throughout the year, but you can also reach out and let us know what you’re looking for. Our team can help recommend the best fit or explore options tailored to your district’s needs.