THE EVOLUTION LAB

Pioneering a Better Tomorrow for you and your School

Supporting innovation in education

The purpose of the MSA Evolution Lab’s (MSA EvoLab) work is simple: to catalyze your school’s evolution.

When you want to dream up, design, and implement a transformational program, the Evolution Lab is here to guide you.

With our help, become one of education’s change leaders. The world needs your talents now more than ever.

WHAT’S NEW AT the LAB

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE RAIL FOUNDING SCHOOLS FOR 2024

THE BEST TEACHERS ON EARTH

A NEW MSA WORKSHOP SERIES!!!

Calling All PK-12 Teachers— & The School Leaders Who Support Them!

2024 MSA LIVE CHAT+ Q&A SERIES: A YEAR OF CHANGE-MAKERS

VIRTUAL EVENTS + PD EXPERIENCES

We offer virtual & in-person workshops for educators and educational leaders across a diverse range of topics.

recent Blog Posts

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What Can Generative AI Teach Us About The Science Of Teaching And Learning?
What Can Generative AI Teach Us About The Science Of Teaching And Learning?

In the evolving landscape of education, there can be no definitive approach to adopting generative AI. But plenty of misguided methods can serve as cautionary tales, guiding our exploration towards more informed and impactful uses.

At The Episcopal Academy’s Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL), we adopt a philosophy of curious enthusiasm and pragmatic optimism, continually learning and refining our approaches to technology in education.

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Abundant AI and the Shirky Principle
Abundant AI and the Shirky Principle

Here are some examples of how schools run the risk of using AI to preserve the problem to which outdated, antiquated, or even broken models of school are the solution.

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The Three Currencies of Leadership
The Three Currencies of Leadership

My recent conversation with Adam Bryant has me thinking about leading change in schools. Three particular things stand out from that chat:

Focus on “impact” rather than “intent.” Adam pointed out that if we over-index on purpose and mission (“intent”), we may lose sight of the reason to lead: to create positive impact.

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ALL ABOUT AI: IMPLICATIONS FOR THE WORLD OF EDUCATION