--- title: EdShift - About The Writers description: Kris Astle and Katie Novak are the hosts of the EdShift Podcast and the writers behind the EdShift Blog. Learn more about the science behind education and the changes our schools face today. image: https://go.smarttech.com/hubfs/EdShift%20Featured%20Image.png --- [![SMART\_logo\_black](https://go.smarttech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Approved-Global-Brand%20FY21-22/Approved-Global-Brand-Logo%20Files%20FY22/SMART_logo_black.png?width=110&height=30&name=SMART_logo_black.png) ![SMART\_logo\_black](https://go.smarttech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Approved-Global-Brand%20FY21-22/Approved-Global-Brand-Logo%20Files%20FY22/SMART_logo_black.png?width=110&height=30&name=SMART_logo_black.png)](http://www.smarttech.com) ![ES\_Logo\_circle](https://go.smarttech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/NA_Webinars/ES_Logo_circle.png?width=150&name=ES_Logo_circle.png) ![EdShift Main Logo](https://go.smarttech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EdShift%20Main%20Logo.png?width=500&name=EdShift%20Main%20Logo.png)   # Meet Kris & Katie ### Meet Kris Astle Kris is an experienced educator with a passion for elevating student voice. She has a global understanding of trends, research-based best practices, educational needs, and the facilitation of change in the education landscape. Kris started her career in the classroom, teaching first in Switzerland and then in the US. She has launched both IB and ESL programs in schools she has worked in. She is passionate about meeting both students and teachers where they are and helping them use technology to follow their passions.     ![KrisA](https://go.smarttech.com/hubfs/4-May-03-2022-04-52-29-39-PM.png) ### Meet Katie Novak Katie Novak is a global strategist, writer, and speaker focused on elements that connect us at our core – identity and our sense of self. She is passionate about education and the impact of connecting students to their learning in authentic ways. She brings her experience in museum and outdoor education, advocacy, and community building to each EdShift conversation.     ![KatieN](https://go.smarttech.com/hubfs/5-May-03-2022-04-52-34-16-PM.png)   ### About the EdShift Blog & Podcast Curious about the research and pedagogy behind the practice? Explore the latest and greatest research in educational trends and practices in this practical webinar series led by SMART Strategists, Kris Astle & Katie Novak.  Dive in to discover key findings translated into real-world classroom context including lesson examples. Sharpen your skills and come away with a deeper understanding of designing lessons from a student perspective. ![EdShift Team](https://go.smarttech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EdShift%20Team.png?width=940&height=788&name=EdShift%20Team.png) [![EdShift Podcast symbol](https://go.smarttech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EdShift%20Activation%20(Post)%20(1).png?width=150&height=150&name=EdShift%20Activation%20(Post)%20(1).png)](https://edshift.podbean.com/) #### [Listen to the Podcast](https://edshift.podbean.com/) We‘re here to dive into educational trends and practices and to connect you with education leaders and innovators who are committed to shifting the fabric of education. [![twitter logo](https://go.smarttech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/twitter-1.png?width=150&height=150&name=twitter-1.png)](https://twitter.com/TheEdShiftPod) #### [Connect with us on Twitter](https://twitter.com/TheEdShiftPod?s=20&t=i5XPl9LIrwHf9oye4DcdLw) Follow us on Twitter for the latest and greatest insights into Education and teaching practices.  [![idea icon](https://go.smarttech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EdShift%20Activation%20(Post)%20(2).png?width=150&height=150&name=EdShift%20Activation%20(Post)%20(2).png)](https://go.smarttech.com/edshift?hsLang=en) #### [Dive into the EdShift Blog](https://go.smarttech.com/edshift?hsLang=en) Let's dive into educational trends and practices backed by science. Connect with education leaders and innovators who are committed to shifting the fabric of education in the EdShift blog. ![Creative Gesture](https://go.smarttech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/NA_Webinars/AboveFooter.png?width=3500&height=612&name=AboveFooter.png "Creative Gesture") [![Lumio\_Logo](https://go.smarttech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/social-suggested-images/go.smarttech.comhs-fshubfsLumio_Logo-Simple_rgb-1.png?width=150&height=77&name=go.smarttech.comhs-fshubfsLumio_Logo-Simple_rgb-1.png)](https://www.smarttech.com/)