Standing Tall: Voices in Leadership Leading Change: Strategies to Transform Schools with Rebecca Midles
Dec 30, 2024
Rebecca Midles, Vice President of Learning Design at Getting Smart, is on a mission to transform education with personalized approaches. She shares her journey, highlighting the establishment of America's first competency-based high school and the power of community engagement in educational innovation. Midles discusses leadership's role in personalized learning, addressing challenges and growth opportunities. The conversation lightens up with rapid-fire questions on holiday treats and movies, including the classic 'Die Hard' debate, showcasing her approachable personality.
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Rebecca's Journey in Education
- Rebecca Midles started her career drawn to education despite initially majoring in politics and law.
- She helped start the first competency-based high school in Alaska, pioneering personalized learning models.
Build on Strengths & Involve Community
- Build on existing strengths when transitioning to personalized learning models.
- Involve community, school board, students, and families genuinely in the change process.
AI as Teacher's Ally
- AI and co-intelligence can support teachers by automating granular tasks.
- This frees up time for creative, authentic, and personalized student learning experiences.