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Quality MattersQuality Matters | Episode 7 | Erik Ellefsen & Ben BajarinUncovering the Real Drivers of Success in Education and Leadership In this episode of Quality Matters, we sat down with Erik Ellefsen and Ben Bajarin to explore what true educational quality looks like—beyond test scores and standardized assessments. Erik, a leader in school networks and improvement, emphasizes that the foundation of high-quality education lies in relationships, engagement, and empowerment, while Ben, a business and technology strategist, draws parallels between building effective teams in the corporate world and fostering strong educational environments.2025-02-2147 minQuality MattersQuality Matters | Episode 6 | Dr. Patrick WolfWith insights from his groundbreaking research on school choice and civic outcomes, University of Arkansas professor, Dr. Patrick Wolf reveals how empowering parents to choose schools creates not just academic gains but stronger, more engaged citizens.2025-01-1629 minQuality MattersQuality Matters | Episode 5 | Superintendent Alberto CarvalhoJoin Caitlin and Shaka as they dive into another thought-provoking Breakdown of their interview with Superintendent Alberto Carvalho.2024-12-1917 minQuality MattersBREAKDOWN: Quality Matters Episode 4 | Dan HamlinJoin Caitlin and Shaka as they dive into another thought-provoking Breakdown of their interview with Dan Hamlin. Dan's perspective sheds light on the dynamic landscape of education and the factors fueling this transformation. Tune in for a thought-provoking breakdown conversation.2024-12-0516 minQuality MattersQuality Matters | Episode 4 | Dan HamlinIn this episode of Quality Matters, we sit down with Dan Hamlin to explore the vision behind the Emerging School Models Conference, which he co-founded with Paul Peterson. Dan shares insights gained over the past three years as enrollment and interest in the conference continue to surge, reflecting an undeniable appetite for innovative educational approaches. Together, Shaka, Caitlin and Dan delve into why parents are increasingly prioritizing self-discipline, the social and civic outcomes offered by diverse school models, and whether these shifts are driven by people being pushed out of traditional systems or pulled into new ways of learning...2024-11-2218 minQuality MattersBREAKDOWN: Quality Matters Episode 3 | Chad AuerJoin Caitlin and Shaka as they dive into another thought-provoking Breakdown of their interview with Chad Auer. They explore Chad's insights on transparency as a crucial tool in shaping effective education policies and discuss the importance of getting the right people in the right roles to drive impactful change. Not everyone needs to lead or take the activist route, but every role matters in creating quality outcomes for students. Tune in as they uncover valuable lessons that lead to educational success!2024-11-0718 minQuality MattersQuality Matters | Episode 3 | Chad AuerChad Auer is a Senior Policy Advisor for Wyoming Governor, Mark Gordon, and he is a true renaissance man. Chad is a father, lawyer, rancher, former-mayor, and even a stablecoin architect. He joins Caitlin and Shaka to discuss the relationships between good governance and transparency, personal relationships and good public policy – showing us that Wyoming is much more than “fly-over” country.2024-10-3129 minQuality MattersBREAKDOWN: Quality Matters | Episode 2, Part 2 | Gerard RobinsonEach episode of Quality Matters features a Breakdown, where Caitlin and Shaka highlight the most potent parts of their most recent interview. On this episode they breakdown their conversation with Gerard Robinson.2024-10-1419 minQuality MattersQuality Matters | Episode 2 | Gerard RobinsonGerard Robinson is a distinguished professor at the University of Virginia, bringing a wealth of expertise in education policy, criminal justice, and economic mobility. Notably, he is one of the few individuals in the nation to have held cabinet-level positions in multiple states, serving as Florida’s Commissioner of Education and Virginia’s Secretary of Education. Recently, Robinson has shifted his focus toward prison reform, dedicated to enhancing educational opportunities for incarcerated individuals and advocating for a more equitable justice system.2024-10-0833 minQuality MattersBREAKDOWN: Quality Matters | Episode 1, Part 2 | Dr. Ashley BernerEach episode of Quality Matters features a Breakdown, where Caitlin and Shaka highlight the most potent parts of their most recent interview. On this episode they breakdown their conversation with Dr. Ashley Berner of Johns Hopkins University.2024-09-1719 minQuality MattersQuality Matters | Episode 1 | Dr. Ashley BernerOn this episode Caitlin and Shaka talk with Dr. Ashley Berner, a professor at Johns Hopkins University, about taking a two-pronged approach to quality: choice and common content.2024-09-0329 min