UF Lastinger Center for Learning

We welcomed AIMS EduData Initiative researchers from around the country to @UF_COE! They had the chance to present their findings on teacher learning within our Math Matrix while hearing from our team, affiliate faculty, program participants and students.

Calling all Florida early childhood and district leaders! We're launching an in-person professional learning program that equips preschool educators with foundational literacy knowledge and evidence-based strategies. Meet with us to learn more: lastinger.link/SM-KenB-Bookin…

Happy National Teacher Appreciation Day! Thank you, educators, for all that you do in and out of the classroom to support students and families.

Welcome to our newest associates! From data management to graphic design to advising and so much more, these professionals are bringing their expertise to a variety of teams around the Center.

Today is the last day to submit your proposal for the AIMS EduData Initiative! Learn more about this funded math research opportunity and apply at digitalpromise.org/initiative/adv…

We recently explored how partnerships can advance Pinellas County’s educational excellence with our advisory board and community partners through insightful panels, school visits and collaborative discussions.

What an awesome Book Bash! Between celebrating reading with thousands of parents and kids and introducing our new friend Brooks, we had a blast at @orlandoscience.

Join us at 12 PM today to explore evidence-based literacy instructional strategies that foster deep learning. Don’t forget to check out our webinar recordings on other topics like reading comprehension, adolescent literacy and so much more: lastinger.link/LiteracyWebina…

As part of the AIMS EduData Initiative, we’ve opened a RFP to work on yearlong research using platform data from the Lastinger Center's Data Lagoon. Successful applicants receive a grant from $10,000-50,000. Register for an info session below: digitalpromise.org/initiative/adv…

Register by May 10 for LfPL 2026 to join us at @UMaine! With 50 proposals on the agenda, be a part of impactful discussions in education while experiencing tech demonstrations and participating in a school visit: lastinger.link/LfPL2026Regist… @DCU @lideres_edu

Happy Mathematics & Statistics Awareness Month! Take a deep dive into mathematical connections through our FREE webinar next Tuesday, April 14, at 12-1 PM (EST). RSVP and access past webinar recordings at lastingerlearning.com/k-12-mathemati…

At this year’s @UF_COE Research Symposium, members of our mathematics team discussed findings from our Listening Tour and Math Matrix. The team also introduced their survey on professional learning, which Florida K-12 math educators can take at: lastinger.link/MathPLSurvey20…

As AI reshapes education, it is crucial to understand its impact. At @UF_COE’s latest conference, colleagues shared about emerging learning technologies as our team presented the Center’s insights on data, AI and scaling educational outcomes.

Join us on March 24 at 3:30 p.m. (EST) for a free mathematics webinar! Learn more about designing curriculum tasks that build mathematical proficiency by registering at ufl.zoom.us/meeting/regist….

This week, we had the chance to connect with our amazing Regional Partners and reflect on this year’s milestones while planning for the upcoming school year. Thank you to all of our partners for spreading the word about our program while making a difference in our communities!

If you have experience with mathematics professional learning in Florida, we want to hear from you! Take our survey to let us know what’s working well and where additional support is needed. Every 50th survey responder will receive a $25 stipend: ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_79…

The deadline for the AIMS EduData Initiative has been extended to March 16! Learn more about this funded math research opportunity and apply at digitalpromise.org/initiative/adv…

Read the latest Research Round-Up to learn about our new affiliate faculty members, education research progress and publications: mailchi.mp/coe.ufl.edu/re…

The next great leap in educational innovation is happening right here in Florida. Educators, policymakers and industry leaders recently gathered in Tallahassee to further the conversation around responsibly integrating AI into our schools at the Classroom of the Future event.

From sharing about our professional learning programs to giving away free @NewWorldsFL books, we celebrated all things learning at this year’s Children’s Day at the Capitol.