Three pivots for equity-centered solution sourcing: redefine readiness criteria, reconceptualize expertise, and reimagine procurement pathways¶

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Description¶

The report concludes with three pivots education stakeholders can make to foster district-provider alignment in equity-centered solution sourcing. First, "Redefine Solution Development Readiness Criteria" so evaluations include equitable criteria focused on sourcing diverse tools supporting HSE students. Second, "Reconceptualize expertise" to value cultural community knowledge and lived experience historically excluded from district decision-making and education R&D. Third, "Reimagine procurement pathways" to allow consideration of lesser-known providers, "such as BIPOC and equity-centered education solution providers." These pivots operationalize the report's readiness criteria rooted in culturally responsive pedagogy and inclusive R&D principles.

Design Implications¶

Context¶

Requirements¶

• Stakeholders must evaluate providers against readiness criteria including innovation, impact and sustainability, communities served, team diversity, and equity-centered development processes

Constraints¶

• The report notes sourcing solutions for equity can be especially challenging given limited established precedence and potential sociopolitical backlash

Target Learners¶

• District leaders
• Education decision-makers and procurement officers

Target Learning Goals¶

• Selecting and implementing equity-centered education solutions that support HSE students

Claims¶

Related Strategies¶

• Three focus areas for evolving district ed-tech procurement: connect with vendors, within districts, and across districts

Examples¶

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Key Sources¶

• Alexandra Merritt Johnson, Ph.D, Sherenna Bates, and Kimberly Smith. (2023). Hidden in Plain Sight: The Opportunity to Bridge District Equity Gaps by Fostering Collaborations with BIPOC Solution Providers. Digital Promise, Center for Inclusive Innovation. https://digitalpromise.dspacedirect.org/items/b6e86f03-55b6-4577-a7a6-927065ac9bff