I’m Dr. Sharla Berry, a researcher, evaluator, and practitioner with expertise on technology equity in K-20 environments.
I facilitate webinars, workshops, lectures and keynotes about best practices for teaching with technology, with a special focus on equity, inclusion, student engagement, and community-building.
I help K-20 educators and administrators harness the power of technology to meet students’ needs for connection, community, and the development of 21st century skills.
Check out my new book!
In Creating Inclusive Online Communities, I share strategies for educators and administrators who wish to engage and retain diverse learners in online and hybrid environments. Readers will receive actionable strategies for taking an equity-oriented approach to improving virtual learning. One of the best aspects of this book is that it views online teaching and learning through an intersectional lens, examining how race, sex, culture, class, and ability impact online teaching and learning. Even as we return to in-person instruction, educators and administrators who are seeking to improve technology integration in their courses and programs would do well to utilize this amazing resource.
About Me
Dr. Sharla Berry is a professor and educational researcher with an extensive background in online teaching, learning, and evaluation. She received a PhD in Urban Education Policy from the University of Southern California. Her research has been featured in many academic journals including Online Learning, the Journal of Computing in Higher Education, and the International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning, and at academic conferences including the American Educational Research Association (AERA) and Association for the Study of Higher Education (ASHE). Dr. Berry is also an evaluator, and has been a fellow with the American Evaluation Association (AEA).
Workshops and Webinars
I prepare K-20 educators and administrators to teach and lead with technology in equitable and inclusive ways. Workshops and professional development opportunities explore digital equity, online teaching, and student engagement. Offerings can be customized to meet the needs of your organization.
Keynotes
Are you hosting an event about education technology or online learning? I speak about a range of topics, including student equity, inclusion, student engagement and community-building.
Past Clients
Association of California School Administrators (ACSA)
California Association of African American Superintendents and Administrators (CAAASA)
California Collaborative for Educational Excellence (CCEE)
California State University Long Beach, College of Education
Center for Urban Education (CUE)
Long Beach City College
LA Community College District (LACCD)
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) Instructional Technology Initiative ‘
Pullias Center for Higher Education
Let’s Connect.
sharlawrites@gmail.com