Episode 49: Rethinking Accountability—Policy, Practice, and the Future of Learning (with David Cook)

In this episode, Dr. Katie Martin talks with David Cook, CEO of Learning Ecosystems Design, about what it truly takes to transform education systems so every learner experiences meaningful, human-centered learning.

Drawing from decades of leadership in Kentucky and across the country, David shares how community-driven visioning, local accountability, and aligned policy can pave the way for learner-centered ecosystems. Together, Katie and David explore the mindsets, structures, and partnerships needed to shift from compliance to purpose—and why now is a powerful moment for states and districts to design systems that reflect what learners really need to thrive.