sideby is a free peer learning community where educators have quick, guided conversations about using AI in their classrooms and schools. It’s for teachers and leaders, and it serves as a transformational approach to professional development.

How does the peer-led learning work?

We strategically match you one to one with another educator in your cohort for 15-minute conversations guided by helpful prompts focused on real use in schools.

Do I need to prepare anything?

No prep needed! Just bring your questions and experience; sideby provides the prompts to support your professional learning.

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The Impacts of Transformational Learning for Educators

Transformational Professional Development: What It Is and Why It Matters
Schools invest thousands in professional development, but the real return comes from how it’s done. This post explores why one-off trainings fall short and how transformational PD creates lasting growth, boosts morale, and strengthens school culture. See how tools like sideby and the Small Wins Dashboard bring this vision to life.