Education Technology
Redefining Readiness: Charting The Course for Education in a Post-Pandemic World
Schools must fundamentally rethink their approach as pandemic learning losses collide with evolving workforce demands
Key takeaways
Schools must fundamentally rethink their approach as pandemic learning losses collide with evolving workforce demands
Charting the course for education in the post-pandemic era is more than timely; it's imperative. The traditional education system faces challenges in adapting to a rapidly changing world. Only 35 percent of U.S. fourth-grade students tested as proficient readers during the 2019 National Assessment of Educational Progress, and the global pandemic worsened the situation.
What does charting the course for education look like in a post-pandemic, fast-paced world? How can schools evolve to meet the demands of the present and innovate while preparing for the uncertain future? This core question is at the heart of the inaugural podcast "Just Thinking…" hosted by Kevin Dougherty, featuring Ray McNulty, a seasoned educator and President of the Successful Practices Network.
In this episode, Dougherty and McNulty delve into the evolving landscape of education, discussing:
- The VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous) world's impact on education
- The need for a reimagined workforce and structure in schools
- Strategies for innovation, including interdisciplinary teaching and the concept of "innovation by subtraction"
Ray McNulty's rich background spans various leadership roles, from being a teacher and principal to serving as the Commissioner of Education in Vermont and a senior fellow at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. His work with the Successful Practices Network and the National Dropout Prevention Center and his experience as the Dean at the School of Education at Southern New Hampshire University showcase his dedication to reshaping educational practices for future generations.
About the author
Kevin Dougherty is the Chief Strategy Officer for 806 Technologies. He has spent the past 39 years as an educator and serving educators. A graduate of the University of Massachusetts/Amherst, Kevin earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Multicultural Education. He later earned a Master of Education Degree in Education Administration from the University of Massachusetts/Lowell. Kevin was a classroom teacher for ten years in the Dallas, Boston, and Houston areas. He then served as an assistant principal/principal of Title I/Bilingual campuses in Fort Bend ISD and Irving ISD. For the past 22 years, Kevin has been serving educators throughout Texas and the nation in various roles supporting sales/marketing, professional learning, and overall company strategy. He has been married to his wife, Michelle, for 33 years. They have two grown children who both live in the DFW area.
