At Menlo I teach AI Forward, a course on AI literacy, bias, and design to all freshmen. I also teach an Introduction to Computer Science course based on Harvard’s CS50, a course on Game Design using AI, and a senior English course on Literature in the Age of AI with the English Dept Chair. I also do professional development workshops for faculty and administrators.
At EdTechTeacher I have consulted with schools across the country on design thinking, iPad integration, assessment, and makerspace design. I have presented keynotes in Beijing, Berlin, and Singapore. I have published articles in EdWeek, Edutopia, and ISTE Connect.
I developed and taught AP Computer Science, Game Design, and iOS App Development at Punahou School. I helped to lead technology integration, maker and design thinking initiatives, as well as professional development for teachers.
I taught computer science courses and led faculty trainings on best teaching practices using emerging technologies. Worked closely with middle school head identifying key technology skills to integrate technology in thoughtful ways throughout the middle school curriculum.
Led project team to design and develop online courses for top law firms. Conducted outside research to create supplementary exhibits on a variety of topics ranging from sexual harassment case law to use of digital signatures in e-commerce.
Taught hands-on Science to grade 1 - 5 students, as well as grade 9 English. Trained students to ask great questions, wonder about their world, think critically, analyze historical and contemporary literature, and write clearly.
I completed coursework in Algorithms, Networks, Operating Systems, AI and Machine Learning. Studied the effects of generative AI on learning.
I completed additional coursework at Harvard Law School and the MIT Media Lab. My research focused on the use of technology in negotiation and conflict resolution.
- Hawaii Recipient of 2017 Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.
- Apple Distinguished Educator
- Microsoft Global Minecraft Mentor
- 2015 Educator Award from NCWIT for efforts to encourage girls in STEM.
- Teaching Fellow, Harvard University (Introduction to Computer Science)
- Research Fellow, MIT (Gender Bias in Computer Science)
Spaces Between: Building Classroom Community
The heart of teaching lies beyond the latest technologies. Douglas talks about the power of building a nurturing community in the classroom.
Keynote Address
In this excerpt from a 60-minute opening faculty keynote address at University School, Douglas discusses new developments in AI, his classroom AI policy, and explains why teachers are the best people to help others learn to navigate this new world.