Educast 3000: Building Meaningful Professional Learning

In this episode of Educast3000, Melissa and Ryan interview Michelle Lattke, the Senior Director of Learning Services at Instructure. They discuss the creation and success of the Canvas Certified Educator Program, a professional development platform that offers certification for educators. Michelle shares her background as an educator and instructional designer, and how her passion for learning management systems led her to Instructure. She also talks about the importance of consistency, research-based content, and mastery evidence in course design. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the future of professional education and the role of AI in credentialing programs.

Takeaways

• The Canvas Certified Educator Program offers certification for educators and provides a rich professional development experience.
• Consistency, research-based content, and mastery evidence are important elements in course design.
• Micro learning and stackable credentials are the future of professional education.
• Motivation plays a crucial role in engaging learners in credentialing programs.
• AI can enhance the learning experience and provide personalized pathways for learners.

What is Educast 3000?

Ah, education…a world filled with mysterious marvels. From K12 to Higher Ed, educational change and innovation are everywhere. And with that comes a few lessons, too.

Each episode, EduCast3000 hosts, Melissa Loble and Ryan Lufkin, will break down the fourth wall and reflect on what’s happening in education – the good, the bad, and, in some cases, the just plain chaotic. This is the most transformative time in the history of education, so if you’re passionate about the educational system and want some timely and honest commentary on what’s happening in the industry, this is your show.

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