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Ken Shelton joined us to discuss how schools can effectively design and implement new programs. He used the principles of DEIJ as a case study for managing the change process and highlighted specific considerations for designing a DEIJ program.
Ken Shelton is a multi-award-winning educator and international keynote speaker who stands out as a luminary in education, technology, and leadership. With over two decades of experience, his expertise is exemplified through having a Master’s in Education, specializing in Educational Technology and New Media Design and Production, as well as his name recognition and notoriety.
In addition to winning multiple awards, Ken is recognized as an Apple Distinguished Educator, Google Certified Innovator, and Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert, reflecting his mastery and innovative contributions to the field of information technology. His policy-making roles have included being on the California State Superintendent of Public Instruction’s Education Technology Task Force and his accolades, including the Digital Equity Professional Learning Network Excellence Award, Computer Using Educators (CUE) Platinum Disc Award, and the Making IT Happen Award from the International Society for Technology in Education, underscore his commitment to enhancing digital learning while also addressing the challenges of digital equity. EdTech Magazine recognizes Ken as a top influencer. Ken’s global impact is further amplified through his speaking engagements and workshops that span critical issues from multimedia literacy to cultural intelligences to Artificial Intelligence.
Our Guiding Question was, “What tools do school leaders need in their change management toolkits as they work to design and implement policies and programs to grow awareness and understanding of the principles of DEIJ within their communities?”
Here are a few of the topics that Ken unpacked, providing insights and support strategies:
The value of using Habits of Mind, understanding of cognitive biases, and cultural norms to assist schools in program development.
Schools can leverage other tools and guiding principles as they design new programs.
Ken’s guidelines for assisting schools also include implementing new programs and policies.
Formative and summative measurements aimed at accountability are important to ensure goals are met, and programs are sustainable.
We looked at various avenues for professional learning.
Ken provided a snapshot of DEIJ learning services for individuals, groups, or whole staff.
We talked about how Generative AI fits into looking at DEIJ.
Ken shared some high points and struggles working with international schools to grow their DEIJ awareness.
The show was recorded on March 1, 2024.
Ken’s Contact Information: Website
Resources Mentioned in the Episode:
Clear Thinking by Shane Parrish
Categories: School Life | Transitions | Change Management | DEIJ
