133: Catalyzing Systems-Based Change w/ Dave Runge (Future Schools Australia)

What this episode covers

On today's podcast, we're joined by Dave Runge, co-founder and director of Future Schools. Future Schools is an Australian-based innovative schools organization, centered on exploring what's possible in schools by connecting together like-minds across over 100 school partners. Both in and outside of Australia, Future Schools helps educator teams explore what's possible, evolve their practices, and transform their spaces. Dave focuses his work on change leadership, recognizing that we need to focus on systemic change to achieve lasting results. And in today's conversation, we'll talk about that change-making process -- why so many spaces feel "stuck" and what we can do to help them branch out. Guests Dave Runge, co-founder and director of Future Schools who works with over a hundred schools across Australia and internationally to build new systems and reimagine education. Resources * Future Schools' Website [https://futureschools.education/] * Pressure from Above, Pressure from Below research study [https://www.researchgate.net/publication/232606054_Pressure_from_above_and_pressure_from_below_as_determinants_of_teachers%27_motivation_and_teaching_behaviors] * Conference to Restore Humanity! 2023 [https://www.humanrestorationproject.org/conference]