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Welcome! My name is Matt Bergman, and I am an educator, author, workshop presenter, and keynote speaker from South Central PA.
My specialties include:
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My Educational Journey Begins
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I began my educational journey in 2003, quickly learning the art of serving as a middle school teacher in a rural school district in PA. I learned the art of maintaining a sense of humor and supporting kids through positive relationships.
In 2006, I transitioned into a high school role in a suburban school district in PA. During my time in this district, I grew as an educational leader and served students and teachers in many different capacities. My time in this district was valuable to my growth and development as an educator! |
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I met a fellow teacher who introduced me to teaching at the college level during this time. Since 2008, I have served as a graduate instructor and course designer of several face-to-face and online graduate courses in Pennsylvania, Maryland, and New Jersey. My role expanded in this organization to an online course consultant, where I have collaborated and helped support the design of courses in a Master's Degree program. I continue to teach and design graduate courses to this day.
The Life-Changing Year
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2010 was a life-changing year for me. My role in my suburban school district came to an end (due to budget cuts); however, I was fortunate enough to find a position as a high school teacher at one of the largest private residential schools in the nation. 100% of students within the organization come from economically disadvantaged homes from all over the nation. My time in this organization has broadened my understanding of teaching students living in poverty, literacy strategies, and building positive relationships.
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It was during this time when I a mentor of mine introduced me to the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework. UDL emphasizes accessible design and has changed how I design learning experiences for students and adults! My experiences with UDL have allowed me to serve as a consultant for CAST and a faculty member at Harvard University (2015, 2016). I continue to serve as an expert in implementing the UDL framework.
Birth of Learn Lead Grow
After about a month on the job, a colleague asked if I could lead a professional development session in 2010. I agreed. Afterwards, several of my colleagues suggested that I start a blog to share my ideas. This idea led to the creation of my Learn Lead Grow blog and YouTube channel in 2010!
Learn Lead Grow has been honored by several awards and as of May 2024, it has over 1.2 million views! My blogging and YouTube experiences have provided me with valuable opportunities to learn about new tools, connect with others, and help others in the classroom!
Learn Lead Grow has been honored by several awards and as of May 2024, it has over 1.2 million views! My blogging and YouTube experiences have provided me with valuable opportunities to learn about new tools, connect with others, and help others in the classroom!
My Continued Growth and Development
My experience in the education field extends from K-12 to higher education. I have excelled in various roles such as middle and high school teacher, K-12 digital learning coach, adjunct professor, instructional designer, consultant, and professional development leader. My expertise and dedication were recognized in 2015, as I won the PAECT Teacher of the Year award in Pennsylvania.
One of my proudest professional achievements is earning my doctorate in Organizational Leadership from Abilene Christian University in 2023. The journey to achieving this accomplishment was filled with personal and professional challenges. However, with the help and support of my family, friends, persistence, and faith, I was able to overcome these challenges and accomplish this important professional goal.
In 2024, I transitioned to higher education and currently hold multiple roles such as Curriculum and Assessment Coordinator for all online programs, adjunct professor, and course designer. I was awarded a 2024 Elizabethtown College Design Studio Fellowship, where I will be studying how to apply the concepts of UDL and Artificial Intelligence to enhance student learning.
I'm a highly sought-after consultant and speaker specializing in collaborating with educators to enhance their leadership, teaching, and advocacy skills in Universal Design for Learning (UDL). My passion lies in empowering educators by sharing insights on UDL, Artificial Intelligence, and Educational Technology, aiding them on their professional journey.
I look forward to connecting with you and exploring opportunities to partner together!
One of my proudest professional achievements is earning my doctorate in Organizational Leadership from Abilene Christian University in 2023. The journey to achieving this accomplishment was filled with personal and professional challenges. However, with the help and support of my family, friends, persistence, and faith, I was able to overcome these challenges and accomplish this important professional goal.
In 2024, I transitioned to higher education and currently hold multiple roles such as Curriculum and Assessment Coordinator for all online programs, adjunct professor, and course designer. I was awarded a 2024 Elizabethtown College Design Studio Fellowship, where I will be studying how to apply the concepts of UDL and Artificial Intelligence to enhance student learning.
I'm a highly sought-after consultant and speaker specializing in collaborating with educators to enhance their leadership, teaching, and advocacy skills in Universal Design for Learning (UDL). My passion lies in empowering educators by sharing insights on UDL, Artificial Intelligence, and Educational Technology, aiding them on their professional journey.
I look forward to connecting with you and exploring opportunities to partner together!
