Engaged By Design
Engaged By Design
Podcast Description
Exploring innovation trends in learning, design, leadership, and change management in higher education. Experienced, successful leaders who have been there, done that, and own the t-shirt share perspectives and lessons learned from more than two decades of online learning and student success.
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Content Themes
The podcast revolves around significant topics such as leadership in a VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, Ambiguity) environment, innovative approaches to online learning, and change management. For instance, episodes delve into strategies like the MACRO leadership model, showcasing how leaders can effectively engage learners and navigate institutional challenges to drive sustainable growth.
Exploring innovation trends in learning, design, leadership, and change management in higher education. Experienced, successful leaders who have been there, done that, and own the t-shirt share perspectives and lessons learned from more than two decades of online learning and student success.
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Episode 16
In part two of our conversation with Dr. Shannon McCarty, Vice President of Learning and Instruction at Calbright College, we shift from Calbright’s mission to the challenges and lessons of leading innovation.
Shannon shares candidly about her leadership journey, the mentors who shaped her path, and the values she carries into her role. She reflects on how authenticity, feedback, and even humor create stronger teams, and why being open and vulnerable is key for leaders navigating change.
Highlights from this episode include:
- How to stay authentic and resilient while leading disruptive innovation.
- The cultural values that guide Calbright’s “small but mighty” team.
- The role of AI in course design, assessment, and tutoring — and why it’s about the right tech at the right time.
- Rethinking general education around “durable skills” such as communication, problem-solving, and digital literacy.
- Shannon’s vision for the future includes three-year degree models and integrating AI literacy across programs.
Shannon leaves us with a challenge question: to know your purpose and let it guide your innovation and leadership.
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Books referenced in this episode
- MACRO Leadership, by Michael Cottam: https://amzn.to/476zHRP
- The Let Them Theory by Mel Robins: https://amzn.to/42hgidJ
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- Shure MV7+ Microphone: https://amzn.to/4obxnPC
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