In this episode of Innovations in Education, sponsored by Stride Tutoring, host Kevin Hogan delves into the complexities and potential of personalized learning with two educational leaders: Dr. Matt Callison of the South Fayette Township School District in Pennsylvania and Superintendent Diego Ochoa of the San Mateo Foster City School District in California.
The discussion touches on several aspects of this ubiquitous but vague phrase. Dr. Callison emphasizes the importance of keeping human interaction at the center while leveraging technology to provide authentic learning experiences tailored to students' individual needs. Superintendent Ochoa highlights the need for districts to align personalized learning strategies with broader educational goals, and also emphasizes the need for student-driven learning experiences.
They continue to analyze the evolution of personalized learning solutions in the edtech industry and emphasize the importance of involving educators and students in the design process to ensure effectiveness. Looking ahead, Dr. Callison intends to expand personalized learning opportunities, while Superintendent Ochoa plans to implement innovative, individualized programs to engage students from underrepresented communities.
This episode is sponsored by Stride Tutoring, an online educational platform that closes learning gaps by connecting students with state-certified teachers who bring lessons to life. Their tutors personalize instruction for each student, ensuring that everyone receives the support they need to succeed. With its on-demand online learning model, students can get help anytime, anywhere, and educational leaders are never left searching for effective tutoring solutions.
Stride Tutoring is powered by parent company Stride, Inc., a leader in online education with over 20 years of experience serving over 2,000 districts in all 50 states. Through customized solutions for students, educators, schools and districts, Stride encourages each student to develop the skills and confidence they need to advance in life. To find out more go to https://stridetutoring.com/schools-districts/
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