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MOVED: to Thursday at 8am: Problem-Solving Racial/Bias Inequity in Schools

Friday, February 16, 1:00 pm–2:50 pm
Seattle Convention Center - 620

FP55

Prepare to recognize, understand, and address both bias and racism along with other forms of inequity in your classroom, school, or district. In this session, you will learn key terminology, conversational strategies, concepts, history, and outcomes, while also using a design-thinking methodology to solve problems. Attendees will be empowered with design thinking strategies to address systemic inequities in education. Become an equity-centered designer with concrete tools to recognize and solve problems, creating inclusive, compassionate learning environments where all students thrive.

BYOD Needs:
Laptop Google Workspace and/or Office 365
Note: Be sure your electronic device has a fully charged battery as only limited power sources will be available.
Format:
BYOD Workshop
Focus Area:
Community Resources, Leadership, Professional Development, Other
Audience:
All Audiences
Skill Level:
All levels
Grade Level:
All Grade Levels

Presented by


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Ken Shelton (Presenter)
Speaker/Consultant/Designer
Elevate Education

Ken holds a Master's in Education focusing on Educational Technology. With over 20 years of teaching, primarily in Middle School, Ken is also recognized as an Apple Distinguished Educator, Google Certified Innovator, and Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert. Ken was a key member of California’s Education Technology Task Force, as such Ken champions inclusive equitable learning within a technology-rich educational culture. He's won multiple awards from the International Society for Technology in Education and is recognized globally for his expertise. Currently, he contributes to tech firms and non-profits, advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion in education.