Perspectives: Finding Common Ground

Patrick Devanney

Bringing together the diverse perspectives of thought leaders, this podcast series serves as a forum to socialize and problem solve education-based interoperability issues to ultimately find common ground. Join us for conversations on the various issues impacting vendor-school relationships and to create a forum for problem-solving, new ideas, and collaboration.

  1. Outcomes-Based Contracting

    16 июн.

    Outcomes-Based Contracting

    School districts spend billions on educational technology every year, but too often, those investments don't deliver for students. Outcomes-based contracting is a growing movement that flips the traditional procurement model on its head, tying vendor payment to measurable student results and replacing the buyer-seller dynamic with genuine mutual accountability. In this episode, our guests explore what it really takes to build contracts and partnerships that work for kids. Together, we dig into what outcomes-based contracting looks like in practice, where the model is gaining traction, and what districts and vendors alike need to do differently to make it stick. --- SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Music | Overcast FOLLOW US: Website | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink is a leading provider of cloud-based education products that connect over 25 million students and educators with their classroom, curriculum, and each other in richer, more powerful ways. Learn more at classlink.com.

    48 мин.
  2. The Promises & Challenges of Digital Credentials

    12 мая

    The Promises & Challenges of Digital Credentials

    A diploma may open the door, but it no longer tells the whole story. As skills become more dynamic and career pathways less linear, education is rethinking how learning is recognized and shared. In this episode, leaders from higher education and the education consulting space unpack the evolving world of digital badges, micro-credentials, and Learning & Employment Records, and why these tools are gaining momentum across education and workforce development. Together, we explore what’s working, where adoption still faces challenges, and what it will take to build a credentialing ecosystem that is transparent, portable, and trusted by learners, institutions, and employers alike. --- SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Music | Overcast FOLLOW US: Website | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink is a leading provider of cloud-based education products that connect over 25 million students and educators with their classroom, curriculum, and each other in richer, more powerful ways. Learn more at classlink.com.

    57 мин.
  3. Shared Responsibility: Managing Student Data Privacy

    7 апр.

    Shared Responsibility: Managing Student Data Privacy

    Data privacy agreements are not just paperwork. They are a test of how well districts, vendors, and the entire education ecosystem show up for students. In this episode of Perspectives, an edtech attorney, a district leader, and a data privacy specialist get real about what shared responsibility actually looks like. Who owns vendor relationships? What happens when contracts change midstream? And where do things start to break down? If your district is signing agreements without a clear game plan, this conversation will challenge you to rethink how you manage them. --- SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Music | Overcast FOLLOW US: Website | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink is a leading provider of cloud-based education products that connect over 25 million students and educators with their classroom, curriculum, and each other in richer, more powerful ways. Learn more at classlink.com.

    46 мин.
  4. Lost in the Screen Debate

    24 февр.

    Lost in the Screen Debate

    The conversation around screens in schools has moved beyond phone bans. Some educators and researchers are now calling for the removal of all classroom technology, including the Chromebooks, tablets, and digital platforms districts have invested in for years. In this episode of Perspectives, we examine the research on both sides and ask the bigger questions. What might students gain or lose in a screen-free classroom? Does eliminating technology improve outcomes, or does it create new challenges around equity and digital literacy? Join our expert guests as we talk balance, access, and whether removing technology solves the problems we think it does. --- SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Music | Overcast FOLLOW US: Website | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink is a leading provider of cloud-based education products that connect over 25 million students and educators with their classroom, curriculum, and each other in richer, more powerful ways. Learn more at classlink.com.

    56 мин.
  5. AI Compliance and Accountability

    13 янв.

    AI Compliance and Accountability

    Who's responsible when AI learning tools go wrong? This episode, we're bringing AI security and governance experts together to tackle that critical question. We'll explore what safety standards, transparency requirements, and accountability mechanisms should be mandatory for AI companies before their tools enter classrooms and what happens when those tools cause harm to students. From bias mitigation to liability frameworks, this discussion explores how to strike a balance between innovation and the urgent need to protect students and hold AI developers accountable. --- SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Music | Overcast FOLLOW US: Website | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink is a leading provider of cloud-based education products that connect over 25 million students and educators with their classroom, curriculum, and each other in richer, more powerful ways. Learn more at classlink.com.

    51 мин.
  6. Making Sense of Big Data in Education

    09.12.2025

    Making Sense of Big Data in Education

    Student data is everywhere, and it is often still too complex to use effectively. With information scattered across countless systems, educators are left chasing pieces instead of seeing the full story. This episode, we're bringing together data leaders who are cutting through the noise. Tune in as our expert guests delve into what it truly takes to break down silos, connect systems, and transform fragmented data into clear, actionable insights. Discover how the right infrastructure and partnerships can transform disconnected information into a powerful, unified picture that truly supports the whole learner. --- SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Music | Overcast FOLLOW US: Website | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink is a leading provider of cloud-based education products that connect over 23 million students and educators with their classroom, curriculum, and each other in richer, more powerful ways. Learn more at classlink.com.

    51 мин.
  7. Funding Through a Data Lens

    11.11.2025

    Funding Through a Data Lens

    How can data drive funding success? Discover how school districts are leveraging analytics to transform their funding strategies. In this episode, we explore how data can strengthen proposals, justify budgets, and craft grant narratives that truly resonate. Hear real-world examples of institutions that turned strategic insights and dynamic visualizations into secured funding, and take away actionable tips to apply in your own district. Whether you're aiming to make the case for new programs or optimize existing resources, this episode shows how data can be your most persuasive ally. --- SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Music | Overcast FOLLOW US: Website | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink is a leading provider of cloud-based education products that connect over 23 million students and educators with their classroom, curriculum, and each other in richer, more powerful ways. Learn more at classlink.com.

    47 мин.
  8. Defending Our Digital Classrooms

    07.10.2025

    Defending Our Digital Classrooms

    Join top cybersecurity experts and edtech leaders for a critical conversation on the evolving threats facing K–12 schools. From ransomware attacks that put student data at risk to increasingly sophisticated social engineering schemes, this episode unpacks today's most pressing vulnerabilities. Our expert panelists will share practical, high-impact strategies and concrete steps that education leaders can take immediately to strengthen defenses and safeguard their communities. --- SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube Music | Overcast FOLLOW US: Website | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink is a leading provider of cloud-based education products that connect over 23 million students and educators with their classroom, curriculum, and each other in richer, more powerful ways. Learn more at classlink.com.

    47 мин.
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Bringing together the diverse perspectives of thought leaders, this podcast series serves as a forum to socialize and problem solve education-based interoperability issues to ultimately find common ground. Join us for conversations on the various issues impacting vendor-school relationships and to create a forum for problem-solving, new ideas, and collaboration.

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  • Автор
    Patrick Devanney
  • Годы выхода
    2022 - 2026
  • Выпуски
    47
  • Ограничения
    Без ненормативной лексики
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    © Patrick Devanney
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