From K-12 to Engineering Faculty: Rethinking Impact

Guest: Caleb Magness, Instructional Technology Specialist, UT Austin

Episode Description:

In this episode, we talk with Caleb Magness, an instructional technology specialist at University of Texas at Austin, about what it really means to improve teaching at the college level. After building instructional tech programs in K-12 districts, Caleb shifted into higher education, where his focus moved from classroom tools to course design, faculty development, and long-term student impact.

We explore peer-led faculty workshops, the challenge of “sage on the stage” instruction, how AI is reshaping expectations, and what secondary educators should understand about the transition to college. Along the way, we connect science fiction, game mechanics, and the idea of leveling up to autonomy in learning and leadership.