Noah Hurlburt, Author at Learning Paths Consulting - Page 2 of 7

How Not Engaging With Feedback Breaks Teacher-Student Loops That Fuel Learning

21 Apr 20261 Jun 2026

If any part of this cycle is weakened or skipped, the loop breaks—and feedback becomes informational at best, ineffective at worst. "Feedback functions formatively only if the information fed back…

You Can Implement Student-Driven Curriculum Design!

20 Apr 202622 May 2026

You can negotiate curriculum with students. Yes. I wrote that. Student disengagement comes in many forms and for many reasons. Sometimes it is personal. Occasionally it is lacking the skill…

The Quest for Clarity and Consistency Needs an Additional Element.

15 Apr 202626 May 2026

There is something missing here. Surficially, it looks like a solid pan. Transparent- What standards are being taught? These are then broken into manageable Learning Targets to be shared with…

Why Classroom Alignment Matters for Student Success

14 Apr 202614 Apr 2026

We often discuss schools as either “high-performing" or “high-learning"—but that’s really a false choice. The most effective classrooms are designed for both. Because strong performance without deep learning doesn’t last,…

Beyond ‘Good Job’: Using Meaningful Feedback as an Engagement Tool, not a Summary of Failure

13 Apr 202613 Apr 2026

As teachers, we’ve all been there. It’s late on a Sunday, and those assignments are piled high. You dutifully write comments, circle errors, and scribble "Vague!" or "Supporting Evidence?!" in…

Revolutionizing School Systems: An Educator-First Approach to Strategic Growth, Student Agency, and Innovation at Learning Paths Consulting

12 Apr 202620 Apr 2026

Professional development often follows a “Theory to Practice” model, asking educators to implement new initiatives within already demanding schedules. In contrast, the approach at Learning Paths is teacher-to-teacher, grounded in…

Understanding Student-Centered Approaches: Why the Differences Matter

10 Apr 202612 Apr 2026

Project-based learning (PBL), problem-based learning (PrBL), and inquiry-based learning (IBL) are often grouped together because they shift classrooms away from passive instruction toward active, student-centered experiences. However, they are not…

From Passive to Active: Revolutionizing Classroom Learning

7 Apr 202622 May 2026

Is this transformative for these students? "From passive consumers of information to active participants in their learning." I have read, written, and spoken this sentence with teachers and administrators countless…

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Transforming Pedagogy: How to Reignite Educator Passion

3 Apr 20261 May 2026

We often ask educators about their "Why." What we should be asking is what is their "How?" This discussion focuses on how pedagogy can drive purpose and reignite passion for…

Your Partner for Tailored Teacher Professional Development Services

30 Mar 202611 Apr 2026

Schools have a myriad of options when it comes to teacher professional development. Why partner with Learning Paths? We are teachers training teachers! There is no substitute for classroom experience.…