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Communities of practice

noun

Groups of professionals focused on a shared idea, problem, skill, or concept. These groups meet regularly to discuss challenges, share best practices, and help develop solutions. Communities of practice can be formed internally at a school or externally with other educators locally or across the country.

About the Glossary

This glossary is a collection of terms related to teacher-powered schools — namely, terms around teachers, leadership, governance, collaboration, and teams.