Kleiman selected to lead Friday Institute
Dr. Glenn Kleiman joined the William and Ida Friday Institute for Educational Innovation on July 1 as executive director. He also will be a professor in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies in NC State's College of Education.
"Throughout his career, Dr. Kleiman has demonstrated his keen abilities to build relationships and create effective and sustainable partnerships," said College of Education Dean Kay Moore. "Dr. Kleiman is a nationally respected leader in the field of educational improvement and innovation. He has the vision and experience that will serve the Friday Institute exceptionally well, and we are thrilled that he is joining us."
Most recently, Dr. Kleiman was vice president at the Education Development Center (EDC) in Newton, Mass., one of the world's leading education, research and development organizations with projects in more than 50 countries. He was also director of the EDC Center for Online Professional Education, co-director of the Northeast and Islands Regional Education Laboratory, and a faculty member of the Harvard University Graduate School of Education.
"The goals of the Friday Institute are perfectly aligned with the goals underlying my work for the past 25 years," Dr. Kleiman said. "The Friday Institute is well positioned at the intersection of the university, government, K-12 education, and business communities to play a significant role in defining the future of education in North Carolina, as well as helping shape education for our nation and beyond. This is an ideal opportunity to continue and extend my work to enhance education for our children."
Dr. Kleiman has a proven track record of success in forming partnerships and collaborating with state governments, federal agencies, private foundations, businesses and other non-profit organizations. Since 1985, he has helped EDC grow from three major centers with a staff of 75 and $4.5 million in sponsored research to a staff of more than 1,200 involved in 300-plus projects supported by more than $100 million in sponsored research.
"Dr. Kleiman has the experience to foster cross-sector collaborations and create strong partnerships, which are at the core of the mission of the Friday Institute," said Ann Goodnight, chair of the Friday Institute's National Advisory Board and a member of the NC State University Board of Trustees. "His expertise will guide the Friday Institute in developing new ways to educate and prepare our children for success in the 21st century and to inspire a passion for lifelong learning."
A cognitive psychologist who completed his doctorate at Stanford University in 1977, Dr. Kleiman has worked extensively in the fields of reading research, mathematics education, educational technology, and educational leadership development. The range of his work includes basic research, curriculum development, software development, leading professional development for teachers and administrators, and consulting for school districts and state departments of education.
