Passionate About Learning
EdTech Leader | PMP | K–12 Program Management & Product Strategy
Mannu K. Sikka
Learning Strategy & PL.
True strategy requires aligning innovative solutions with human behavior change. I leverage adult learning principles to design strategic professional learning frameworks—from targeted webinars to organization-wide coaching models—that turn high-level instructional vision into daily, sustainable practices. By integrating adult learning architecture directly into my strategy roadmap, I ensure scalable implementation, lower organizational friction, and long-term systemic impact across both digital and traditional educational initiatives.
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From First Login to First Win
📅 November 2025
This artifact is a 90-Day Blueprint for EdTech Success designed to stop the "Slow Roll," the costly delay between technology purchase and measurable impact. It positions system leaders as chief change agents to ensure guaranteed impact and instructional ROI. The plan mandates three phases: securing an immediate Quick Win (Days 1-30) by mastering one core feature , establishing a Habit Loop (Days 32-60) through routine integration, and preparing the Renewal Case with compelling evidence and a Shared Success Data Point (Days 61-90).
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AI Instructional Design Plan
📅 October 2024
This comprehensive Year 2 AI implementation plan demonstrates my ability to create strategic solutions tailored to the needs of a large school district. Designed to deepen AI literacy and strengthen instructional capacity, the plan includes a three-phase approach focused on foundational alignment, enhanced integration, and innovative expansion. By leveraging needs assessment data, customizing training, and collaborating with key stakeholders, this initiative aims to drive sustainable growth in technology usage, improve instructor engagement, and foster long-term success with AI technology. Explore the details to see how these strategies can address challenges and support meaningful outcomes.
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Instructional Coaching Webinar
📅 April 2021
I designed and co-presented this webinar using the ADDIE framework, ensuring a structured approach to supporting instructional coaches in hybrid learning environments. Grounded in Adult Learning Theory, I developed interactive discussions, real-world case studies, and practical strategies to engage participants in meaningful learning. The session explored best practices for balancing independent and synchronous learning, leveraging digital tools, and shifting between light and heavy coaching. My goal was to equip coaches with actionable techniques to foster teacher growth, drive instructional improvement, and navigate the unique challenges of hybrid education.
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Strong Working Relationships Through Healthy Conflict
📅 November 2021
I designed and co-presented this webinar using the ADDIE framework to ensure a structured and effective learning experience. Grounded in Adult Learning Theory, I created an interactive session that acknowledged participants' prior experiences and fostered meaningful engagement through real-world case studies, discussions, and practical application. By incorporating active learning strategies, I guided educators and leaders in developing key skills like active listening, negotiation, and conflict resolution—empowering them to transform conflict into opportunities for collaboration and growth.
