Community Membership
Tap into a lifelong national network of 600+ Knowles Fellows. From in-person meetings to virtual connections; support is always available.
Teachers at the Center of Improving Math & Science Education
Community, support & resources for teachers
The Knowles Teacher Initiative supports a national network of math and science teachers who are collaborative, innovative leaders improving education for all students in the United States.
Teaching Fellowship
Professional Learning
Knowles Academy: For Teachers, by Teachers
The Knowles Academy offers state-of-the-art professional development experiences for teachers. All Academy courses are designed and facilitated by experienced teachers who understand the complexities of teaching in today’s world. We offer both in-person and online courses and 90-minute online workshops for all teachers.
Schools & School District Learning
We understand the ever-evolving landscape of education. Our professional learning services are designed to be flexible and responsive, ensuring they can be tailed to meet the needs of schools and districts. Our services engage participants and serve as a model for best teaching practices.
Upcoming Courses
Explore current online and in-person professional learning opportunities.
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Online Workshop 
Exploring a Life Science Phenomenon through the Practices of Science
7:30PM – 9:00PM ET Free In this workshop, teachers will explore a life science phenomenon to develop an understanding of how the practices of questioning, modeling, and data analysis support students in building content knowledge. Together teachers will consider places in their curriculum where phenomena and science practices can support students in building content knowledge.
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Online Workshop 
Project-Based Learning Basics
7:30–9:00PM ET Free Understanding math and science enables citizens to make critical, informed decisions that support individual wellbeing and civic participation. We see project-based learning (PBL) as a highly effective way to address these challenges. In order to harness the potential of these courses to improve the lives of all students, teachers need specialized support in leveraging PBL in math and science. Come learn with us about some of the basics of PBL, such as entry events, end products, checkpoints, and other core components. Walk away with the next steps to begin implementing PBL in your class.
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Online Course 
Designing & Implementing Engaging Lessons
6:30 PM-8:30 EST 25.00 Designing and modifying engaging learning experiences for students that are accessible, rigorous, and effective in strengthening students’ conceptual understanding can be challenging. Our course is designed for educators and equips participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to modify and implement learning experiences that cater to all students’ needs while promoting a deeper conceptual understanding of the content. Participants will learn strategies to orchestrate productive classroom discussions, ensuring that all students actively participate in authentic mathematics and science practices. By the end of the course, participants will apply a framework that will support them in creating engaging learning environments where every student sees themselves as capable “doers” of math and science.
Wednesdays, September 24 – October 29, 2025Learn More Register
Resources
How an Understanding of Status Can Improve Your Teaching
Status imbalances in student groups can affect participation and learning, with higher-status students often dominating discussions. By recognizing and addressing these imbalances, teachers can create a more inclusive classroom, encouraging all students to engage, share their reasoning, and take academic risks.
Small Moves, Big Impact: Making Space for Student Stories
In the third and fourth years of the Knowles Fellowship, teachers focus on understanding and improving learning opportunities by recognizing and addressing societal impacts on education. Through sharing personal stories and fostering inclusivity, they enhance student engagement and create equitable classrooms.
Should Groups Set their own norms? Maybe Not
Knowles Staff, Joyce Lin and Ayanna Perry, share their experiences in co-creating norms can be challenging and problematic because it typically generates norms consistent with dominant perspectives and cultures. They advocate that norms should be given to (rather than created by) a newly formed community to elevate the different needs, goals, and perspectives of all team members.
