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Tech Directors & Coordinators

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About

This community is for technology directors and coordinators responsible for managing infrastructure, systems, and digital learning across international schools. Members share strategies for hardware and software management, user support, cybersecurity, and integration of educational technology. It’s a space to exchange ideas on procurement, policy, training, and long-term planning with peers who understand the scope and complexity of the role. Whether you're refining existing systems or exploring emerging tools, this group offers practical insight and regional perspective. Through regular discussion and shared resources, members support one another in making school technology reliable, secure, and fit for purpose.

How it Works

We’ll equip you from Day One!

Getting Started

Activate your account and find your Community

Guided onboarding portal walks you through account setup and community selection.

Ignite Week: Virtual mini-conference

Ignite your journey together and clarify our shared North Star.

The Sprint

Live Session #1: Explore

Rapid brainstorm of your chosen challenge using stories from across member schools.

Live Session #2: Reframe

Craft a sharp opportunity statement and success criteria.

Live Session #3: Create

Develop ideas and choose one to prototype. Work as a large group or in affinity groups.

Live Session #4: Catalyze

Reflect, refine, and implement.

Keep the Momentum

Continue the Journey

Hackathons · Pop-up communities · Affinity Group deep dives 

Members propose new themes, spin up sprints, or keep their group going.

Live Session Schedule

These are crucial opportunities to connect, share ideas, and learn from each other.
All live sessions take place on Microsoft Teams

Live Session 1

September 24, 2025

Wednesday,

10:30 – 11:30

(GMT+8)

Live Session 2

October 22, 2025

Wednesday,

10:30 – 11:30

(GMT+8)

Live Session 3

November 19, 2025

Wednesday,

10:30 – 11:30

(GMT+8)

Live Session 4

December 3, 2025

Wednesday,

10:30 – 11:30

(GMT+8)

Meet Your Hosts

Shannon Doak

Dr. Shannon H. Doak is an experienced leader and educator at international schools and abroad. He has taught various grade levels at every division. He is an expert in blended learning, eLearning, and making professional development more effective. He holds an Ed.D. and a Master in Educational Technology, a degree certificate in school technology coordination, and a Bachelor of Education in Elementary Education. He has been at the forefront of changing the digital and educational landscape of the schools he has worked for. He is continually looking for ways technology can improve teaching and learning. Dr. Shannon Doak is an expert in the use of Web 2.0 tools for professional and personal learning. He believes social media is the next frontier in teacher professional development. Dr. Doak is a lifelong learner, social media and mobile device enthusiast, self-proclaimed gadget goon, home barista, and coffee lover. Visit his webpage (www.drshannondoak.com) to learn more.

Nishant Sharma

Nishant Sharma is the Director of Technology and Innovation at Changchun American International School (CAIS), where he leads transformative initiatives in educational technology, AI integration, and emerging tech adoption. With over a decade of experience in international education across Asia and a background as a software engineer, Nishant blends technical expertise with a deep commitment to community building. He has been leading collaborative spaces such as The Tech Center at CAIS, teacher-led professional development programs, and student-led media projects, fostering creativity, innovation, and knowledge sharing. Passionate about empowering educators and learners, Nishant’s focus areas include AI in education, digital transformation, robotics, and project-based learning.

Become a Host of this Community

We’re looking for a host to help lead this community. If you enjoy bringing people together, guiding meaningful conversations, and supporting peer learning, we’d love to hear from you.

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