Educator | Speaker | Advocate for Inclusive Innovation
Ken Shelton is a globally recognized voice in education and technology—known for challenging the way we design, lead, and learn. With more than two decades in the classroom and a Master’s in Education focused on Educational Technology and New Media Design, Ken has become a driving force for change in how schools and systems prepare learners for the modern world.
An award-winning educator, best-selling author, and advisor to education leaders worldwide, Ken has supported districts, ministries, and organizations in rethinking digital learning, leadership, and inclusion. His book, The Promises and Perils of AI in Education: Ethics and Equity Have Entered the Chat, explores how artificial intelligence can empower—not replace—human connection in learning.
Ken’s impact has been recognized by Apple, Google, Microsoft, and ISTE, earning him multiple global awards including the Digital Equity PLN Excellence Award and Making IT Happen Award. Whether leading workshops, advising on AI policy, or speaking on the global stage, his work continues to push education toward a more creative, connected, and just future.
He’s not just shaping conversations about technology in education—he’s helping the world use it better.