News World-Class Education for Students is Possible Posted October 23, 2012 By Ryan Wise Some people believe collaboration and consensus-building are overrated. Until recently, I might have agreed. My time in Iowa, however, has changed my mind.I work as Senior Policy Fellow at the Iowa Department of Education, where I am completing my residency requirements as a doctoral student at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.Since March, I have facilitated the state’s Task Force on Teacher Leadership and Compensation. This experience has broadened my beliefs about what is possible when educators stay focused on a clear purpose: Providing a world-class education for students.Last week, the task force released its report. These recommendations have the power to remake the teaching profession and to position Iowa as a leader in the support, development and compensation of teachers. Iowa’s students will benefit most from these changes.While the report makes 13 recommendations, a few deserve special attention: ...To read the full article, please visit The Gazette (Eastern Iowa). News The latest research, perspectives, and highlights from the Harvard Graduate School of Education Explore All Articles Related Articles Ed. Magazine Air Time A new podcast series provides a window into the complex lives of young immigrants in America Ed. Magazine Barbie’s Teachable Moments Can the doll and movie help young people find common ground? It’s complicated. News A Wild Rose in Bloom