Michigan Virtual
Ken Dirkin is a seasoned professional in the field of educational technology and digital learning, currently serving as the Senior Director of the Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute since January 2015. This role involves driving technological innovation and enhancing Michigan Virtual's leadership through research and development. Ken's prior positions include Director of Professional Learning and Director of Online Professional Learning at Michigan Virtual University, where responsibilities centered on delivering high-quality K-12 online professional learning programs. As Owner of DirkinMedia LLC since 2005, Ken focuses on web consulting solutions. Ken's experience also includes leadership roles at Zon Labs LLC and the Office of K-12 Outreach at Michigan State University, along with various positions at the Confucius Institute and Michigan State University. Educational qualifications include a Master’s degree in Educational Technology and a Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, both from Michigan State University.
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Michigan Virtual
Michigan Virtual™, formerly known as Michigan Virtual University® & Michigan Virtual School®, has been working hard to provide a path to the future for students and educators since 1998. As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation focused on education, we believe that brilliance resides in all of us, ready to change the world with next big idea. We’re dedicated to helping each student shine their brightest by enhancing their opportunities to learn and working to strengthen the teachers that will show them the way. Here we strive to place each student’s potential within reach. By discovering new ways to grow, we’re taking K-12 education to the next level and working to leverage face-to-face, blended and online learning innovations that facilitate the advancement of education. Michigan Virtual is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We embrace different voices, faces, ideas, and backgrounds and believe human diversity, the seen and unseen, drives innovation and creativity. We are building a culture grounded in a climate where everyone feels included, respected, and valued and is comfortable being their full, authentic self. Michigan Virtual is governed by an independent Board of Directors comprised of individuals representing business, industry, higher education, K-12 education and state government. Our partners and governing board share our goals and aspirations for each student as we come together to assist those in the pursuit of higher learning.