Marzano Mastery Approaches Institute

Design schools that ensure students learn

Oakbrook Terrace (Chicago), Illinois | July 8–10, 2026

This powerful event will support your efforts to build a system that empowers students to excel academically and personally.

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Marzano Mastery Approaches Institute

Design schools that ensure students learn

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Learn why transitioning to PCBE is so crucial

Moving from a traditional system to a competency-based model is tough—but with the right guidance, it’s transformational.

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PROFESSIONAL LEARNING

Learn why transitioning to PCBE is so crucial

Moving from a traditional system to a competency-based model is tough—but with the right guidance, it’s transformational.

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Assessment Literacy for Educators book

Rejuvenate your assessment practices

Replace outdated grading practices with accurate, student-centered approaches that truly advance learning for all.

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Assessment Literacy for Educators book

Rejuvenate your assessment practices

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Mind the gap!

Respond to current learning gaps with the Marzano Critical Concepts Proficiency Scales.

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PROFESSIONAL LEARNING

Mind the gap!

Respond to current learning gaps with the Marzano Critical Concepts Proficiency Scales.

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What schools and districts are saying about Marzano Resources

This is my third time attending a High Reliability Schools Institute, and I can say that I still found every moment of my time valuable and thought provoking.”

—Annie Lindbo / Instructional coach, Osgood Elementary, North Dakota

The knowledge of the presenters was unmatched at the High Reliability Schools Institute. I learned something new in EVERY SESSION, which empowered me to think of new ideas for my schools.”

—Natalie Cartwright / Teacher, Hancock Creek Elementary, Florida

The presenter and presentation at the Supporting Beginning Teachers Workshop were engaging throughout both days. Learning was enjoyable! Time to meet and talk with others was beneficial.”

—Teresa Brown / Dean of students, Academy of Advanced and Creative Learning, Colorado

I not only was inspired to keep working on mastery-based learning at the Marzano Mastery Approaches Institute, but I also received ideas and resources that I can put into practice right away this school year.”

—Ellen Homann / Teacher, Charleston CUSD #1, Illinois

Without exception, The High Reliability Schools Summit was one of the best professional development opportunities that I have ever experienced.”

—Dr. Timothy K. Webb / Principal, Gulf Shores High School, Alabama

We are revolutionizing the way we teach and learn in our school district because of our partnership with Marzano Resources.”

—Dr. Karime Asaf / Chief of schools, Chicago Public Schools Network 4, Illinois

Get teacher-tested instructional strategies

Today’s educators are choosing Avanti for their online professional development. With teacher-friendly videos and resources created by teachers, finding relevant content is now easier than ever.

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Unite your staff in a shared commitment to learning for all

Identify the root causes of staff resistance and gain immediate, accessible strategies for continuous school improvement. The school culture learning path in Global PD Teams will help you gain an understanding of school culture and its impact on student achievement.

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Get teacher-tested instructional strategies

Today’s educators are choosing Avanti for their online professional development. With teacher-friendly videos and resources created by teachers, finding relevant content is now easier than ever.

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Unite your staff in a shared commitment to learning for all

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Teach students to think beyond the test

Test-Specific Thinking helps educators align instruction, practice, and assessment so students understand what’s being tested—and why—without narrowing learning or simply “teaching to the test.”

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Ethical Test Preparation in the Classroom book

We need to talk about ethical assessment

Large-scale standardized tests have major consequences for students. Here, you’ll review a first-of-its-kind study of over 8,000 assessment items and get specific recommendations for preparing students ethically.

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The New Art and Science of Classroom Assessment book

Authentic assessment tools for your classrooms

Shift to a more accurate, meaningful, and authentic paradigm of classroom assessment. This powerful title explores the inadequacies of traditional grading and details how to use assessment to its full potential.

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Professional Learning

As an all-inclusive research-into-practice resource center, we are committed to helping your school or district become highly effective at preparing every learner for his or her future. Together, we can ensure students learn the content and skills they need for success in college, careers, and beyond.

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Make learning personal with humanized education

Support every learner through personalized, competency-based education. Marzano Resources PD helps educators build relationships, honor student voice, and align evidence of learning to meaningful progress.

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Focus learning with critical concepts that matter

Respond to unfinished learning with proficiency scales PD to clarify essential content, align instruction, and give teams a shared framework to assess, intervene, and move each student forward.

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