Teacher Retention, Educational Innovation and EdTech & AI | Vinay Ganti

In this special crossover episode of Learning Can't Wait and ETS's Praxis Journeys, Hayley Spira-Bauer sits down with Vinay Ganti, Head of Partnerships and District Solutions at ETS, to discuss his unconventional journey into education, the challenges facing K-12 schools, and the future of teacher recruitment and retention. Vinay shares how his experiences in higher education, edtech, and innovation shaped his passion for education as a tool for life-changing impact. The conversation explores teacher shortages, leadership, school redesign, innovation in education, the role of edtech and AI, and the importance of supporting educators through strong professional pathways and mindset development. Ultimately, both guests emphasize that improving outcomes for students requires investing in teachers, embracing innovation, and sharing successful practices across school communities.