About Michael
I am a…
Change Agent, Educator/Teacher, Filmmaker, Parent
Bio
Coupled with a heart for the Greater China community, Michael currently teaches middle school in Shanghai, and previously taught at Hong Kong International School. Michael has written several articles and presented at many conferences on the topic of visual literacy and media. In addition, he is an Apple Distinguished Educator (ADE) and serves on the K12 Horizon Advisory Board in the US. Along with his passion for teaching, he brings a background in cognitive science, media and project-based learning. Even after 25 years of teaching in Asia, Michael still maintains a childlike wonder and curiosity.
I'm passionate about
...changing the educational landscape and current ecosystem.
An idea worth spreading
Create a 'learning space' not a 'school environment.'
The TED story
Worked as a volunteer for 2011 TEDxShanghai. Organized a TEDx at Concordia Shanghai, 2015 and 2016.