Coherence at Scale: How States Can Create Optimal Learning Conditions

This conversation explores how states can use the policy levers they already control to create stronger instructional coherence and more consistent learning conditions for students. Hear from Anne Bowles of the Council of Chief State School Officers, Dr. Jenna Chiasson of the Louisiana Department of Education, and Dr. Kiffany Pride of the Arkansas Department of Education as they discuss what coherence looks like in practice, where well-intentioned policies can create unintended barriers, and how states can move from disconnected initiatives to clearer, more coordinated systems.