About Us
Founded by university researchers, Learning Sciences International develops and implements proven technology-based professional learning systems for state departments of education and school districts. LSI blends advanced adult learning methodologies and research-based practices with leading-edge technologies to produce learning systems that foster exceptional learning, deep reflection, and effective application of new knowledge into professional practice.
The Pennsylvania Department of Education partners with LSI to provide a library of robust online learning courses for tens of thousands of educators statewide that has recorded 700,000 hours of professional education to maintain certification compliance. LSI is a provider of online professional development for key initiatives including Reading First and High School Reform. Over 300 districts use LSI's professional learning system platform for facilitating study groups in small learning communities and for monitoring and supporting teachers' improvements in classroom instruction.
LSI employs an advanced learning model that leverages the best of technology, learning communities, action research, content area look-fors, and school leadership to form a vibrant community of professional practice among school staff. This provides districts a technology-based systems approach to achieving alignment and coherence of instructional practices across classrooms, grade levels, and schools.
In partnership with Wilkes University, LSI is among the first to develop accredited online graduate programs of study for teachers that are fully job-embedded and research-based. The programs employ a small cohort approach to graduate learning and have received excellent reviews for supporting teachers to develop mastery in their instructional practice. Graduate programs include:
In addition to graduate programs, LSI's capabilities for school districts include:
- iObservation - Classroom walk-through data management system
- Embedded Learning Academy - District online staff development programs of study and delivery system
For more information, contact LSI at 1-877-574-1638.
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