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Dana Specker Watts, Ph.D., has a diverse work experience spanning over 25 years. Dana Specker began their career as an English Lecturer at SUNY Buffalo, where they taught various writing courses and established study skills programs for at-risk students. Dana Specker then worked as an English teacher at Mount Mercy Academy and later at the International School Bangkok.

In 2010, Dana joined the American Embassy School as a Technology Coordinator, where they fostered the integration of technology in education. Dana Specker then held the role of Upper School English Teacher at The Country School for a year before taking on the position of Director of Innovation at 21st Century Learning International and Curriculum Leader at Hong Kong International School in 2015. At these schools, they focused on promoting innovative teaching and learning methods.

From 2012 to 2018, Dana pursued their doctoral studies at the University of Kentucky, specializing in education. During this time, they gained valuable research and academic experience. In 2018, they became the Executive Director of WLead, an organization that supports women's leadership development. Currently, they hold the position of Director of Learning, Research and Outreach at International Schools Services, where they oversee educational programs, research initiatives, and community outreach efforts.

Overall, Dana Specker Watts, Ph.D., has held leadership roles in various educational organizations and has a strong background in teaching, curriculum development, technology integration, and research in the field of education.

Dana Specker Watts, Ph.D. has an extensive education history. Dana Specker obtained their Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Educational Leadership and Administration, General from the University of Kentucky, graduating in 2018. Prior to that, they earned their Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Multidisciplinary Studies and Digital Literacy from Buffalo State University between 2009 and 2011.

In the mid-1990s, Dana pursued their Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Liberal Arts with a focus on English at Harvard University, completing their studies in 1996. Before that, they attended Canisius University, where they obtained a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Education and English from 1994 to 1996. In 1994, Dana earned their Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in English from Canisius University.