5 APR 2024 · In this episode, Doannie Tran, Landon Mascarenez and Stephen Hurley welcome guest, Rod Allen to  explore the concept of "breakthrough spaces" as implemented and experienced by Rod in his work as a school leader in the province of British Columbia, Canada. 3 Key Takeaways: -  Building Trust through Co-Creation: the shift from seeking mere buy-in from communities to engaging them in the co-creation process, underscoring the importance of building social license and trust over time for meaningful change in education. - Curriculum as a Catalyst:  the role of curriculum reform as both a symbolic and practical focal point, setting the stage for broader educational transformations directed by community partnership and input. - Breaking Through Closed Systems: strategies for creating breakthrough spaces that challenge the status quo, advocating for a more open, inclusive, and democratic approach that leverages deep listening and co-construction to address systemic inequities and empower all students.

1 MAR 2024 · Join Landon Mascareñaz, Doannie Tran and Stephen Hurley, as they explore "provoking" as a powerful part of the process of moving to open systems in education. In this short episode, the importance of provoking closed systems and the need for radical clarity and inclusive and creative democracy. Key Takeaways: 1. Provoking Closed Systems: the role of provocation in breaking open closed systems within education, and why provocation is crucial for initiating change. 2. Radical Clarity: the concept of radical clarity and how it is different from traditional clarity, and its significance in driving meaningful change within educational systems. 3. Inclusive and Creative Democracy: the difference between inclusive and creative democracy, and how these concepts are redefining the way democratic participation is approached within educational communities.

16 FEB 2024 · Mary D. Moran is a futurist, an organizer and the Executive Director of https://ovnv.org/, a nation-building organization, anchoring ancestry while building Black and Brown solidarity in New Orleans. in this episode, Doannie Tran, Landon Mascareñaz and Stephen Hurley welcome Mary Moran for a compelling conversation that dives into the heart of community involvement and the pressing need for education systems to embrace the rich history and knowledge within communities. Listeners are invited to explore how educational and political landscapes can be reshaped when they are rooted in ancestral wisdom and powered by community-driven change. Key Takeaways from this episode: 1. The Power of Ancestral Wisdom: the significance of honoring community history and basing future growth in education on this ancestral knowledge. 2. Leadership Reimagined: the necessary shift in leadership mindset—from viewing communities as outsiders to valuable partners in co-creation. 3. Embracing Open Moments for Change: the concept of "open moments"—times when political alignment and the volition for co-creation sync up, presenting opportunities for meaningful change.

29 JAN 2024 · In this episode, Stephen Hurley, Doannie Tran and Landon Mascareñaz are joined by Bibb Hubbard, founder and President of https://bealearninghero.org/, an organization formed to help parents most effectively advocate on behalf of their children’s educational success. Join us as we uncover the untapped potential of family engagement and discuss how education can be a catalyst for democracy. Three key takeaways from this episode: Empower Families as Partners: Co-creation is more than a buzzword – it's about schools recognizing parents as valued collaborators, using tools like the Parent Teacher Planning tool to set concrete goals for children's achievement and well-being.- Leadership and Training are Crucial: Transformation in education hinges on strategic leadership. Principals and school leaders need support to overcome barriers and must be trained to engage families effectively, respecting diverse cultures and languages.- Transparency Builds Trust: Sharing clear, objective data about a child's academic performance is fundamental for parental empowerment. This transparency facilitates a shared reality, enhancing trust and cooperation between families and educators.

11 JAN 2024 · In this episode we are joined by Hanseul Kang, Assistant Dean and Executive Director of https://som.yale.edu/centers/the-broad-center at the Yale School of Management. Listen in as Landon Mascareñaz, Doannie Tran and Stephen Hurley explore the vital role of open leadership in education and its impact on democracy. Hanseul Kang shares her comprehensive experience in engaging communities through innovative tools and inclusive strategies to build a vibrant local democracy, particularly in the context of school choices. A few key takeaways: - Trust through Engagement: Highlighting the critical role of developing trust in educational leadership via proactive community engagement. - Purposeful Leadership: Stressing the need for leaders to align their drive with community needs, fostering resilience and meaningful change. - Strategies for Broader Engagement: Offering practical tools and strategies for leaders to solicit and incorporate wider community participation effectively.

29 NOV 2023 · In today's episode of the podcast, Landon and Doannie speak with Dr. Brian Danoff about education, civic life and the hope of participatory democracy. https://miamioh.edu/profiles/cas/brian-danoff.html is a professor in the department of Political Science at Miami University in Ohio. Dr. Danoff’s research is in American political thought and modern political theory. A few key takeaways from the conversation: • the potential of democratice leadership to empower citizens • the importance of participatory democracy • the concept of co-creation and the shift educators must undergo to embrace democratic leadership principles.

14 NOV 2023 · In this mini-episode, Landon Mascarañez and Doannie Tran provide important insights on planning to move towards Open. Here are 3 key ideas explored in this episode: (Just teasers. Listen to the entire episode for more!) - The importance of preparation - Looking at the community in a different way - Addressing students, communities, and resources in closed systems. For more on the principles and practices of "Open", be sure to visit https://www.theopensystem.org/. For your copy of the book, The Open System: Redesigning Education and Reigniting Democracy, visit https://hep.gse.harvard.edu/9781682538135/the-open-system/ and use the discount code OSPC23

7 SEP 2023 · In this episode, authors Landon Mascarañaz and Doannie Tran set some of the groundwork for our journey into an "open" way of thinking. Learn about what motivates them to be doing this work, some of the underlying principles that we will be exploring in this series and how listeners might become more open to thinking about...well...OPEN! For more on the principles and practices of "Open", be sure to visit https://www.theopensystem.org/open-principles-practices. For your copy of the book, The Open System: Redesigning Education and Reigniting Democracy, visit https://hep.gse.harvard.edu/9781682538135/the-open-system/ and use the discount code OSPC23