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Michael Mallory

Relationship Type: Colleague / Superbuilders Team Member (Alpha Schools) First Met: Gauntlet AI Program (Implied) Last Interaction: 2025-07-11 (Superbuilders Office Group Discussion) Connection Strength: Moderate-Strong

Background Information​

  • Member of the Superbuilders team at Alpha Schools
  • Participant in or graduate of Gauntlet AI program
  • Highly analytical and data-focused individual
  • Strong technical background with deep understanding of educational systems and research methodologies
  • Lives approximately one block from the Alpha Schools office

Professional Life​

  • Currently working on educational technology projects at Alpha Schools
  • Has significant expertise in educational data analysis and curriculum development
  • Involved in A/B testing different educational approaches
  • Working on projects that could generate substantial educational research data
  • Part of the team developing micro-school platforms and educational tools
  • Has experience with Common Core analysis and educational standards critique

Personal Traits & Dynamics​

  • Highly analytical and methodical in approach
  • Strong technical communicator who can explain complex concepts clearly
  • Appears to be detail-oriented and research-focused
  • Values scientific rigor in educational approaches
  • Engages thoughtfully in philosophical discussions about education and technology
  • Seems to have a good balance of technical expertise and practical implementation knowledge

Interests​

  • Educational research and data analysis
  • A/B testing and experimental design in education
  • Curriculum development and optimization
  • Educational technology and AI applications
  • Research methodology and statistical analysis
  • Educational policy and standards evaluation

Shared Connections​

  • Gary Sheng
  • Alpha Schools/Superbuilders team members
  • Other Gauntlet AI participants
  • Joe Liemandt (through Alpha Schools)
  • Rob Liebert, Arpan Gupta, Benji Vizy, Anthony Harley (team members)

Key Insights & Perspectives Shared​

  • Believes Alpha Schools is positioned to conduct unprecedented educational research
  • Critical of Common Core and existing educational standards
  • Sees potential for AI and technology to revolutionize education measurement
  • Understands the importance of controlling variables in educational research
  • Advocates for mastery-based learning approaches over traditional grading
  • Recognizes the value of having comprehensive data collection in educational settings

Interaction History​

  • 2025-07-11: Participated in extended group discussion at Superbuilders office with Gary Sheng and team members. Contributed significant insights on educational research methodology, data collection, and the potential for Alpha Schools to conduct high-quality educational studies.

Notable Quotes from Interactions​

  • "The amount of data we're going to have and sort of... Because we'll control every part of the setting in which stuff is delivered. Because it's in an alpha school."
  • "We can do the best educational study that's ever been done. Right. And A, B tests different curricula and everything."
  • "The sort of standards that have been enforced, which is like everyone's sort of agreed to get on top of the board, but more and more states are just getting off the top of the board."
  • "The education studies, like things coming out of education departments written by like PhDs... are so unrigorous in their sort of analysis of these things."

Potential Opportunities / Collaboration Areas​

  • Educational research and data analysis projects
  • Curriculum development and optimization
  • A/B testing educational approaches
  • Educational technology development
  • Research methodology consulting
  • Educational policy analysis and critique

Professional Background​

  • Deep understanding of educational research methodologies
  • Experience with educational standards and curriculum analysis
  • Technical background enabling sophisticated data analysis
  • Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of education
  • Understanding of statistical analysis and experimental design

Expertise​

  • Educational data analysis and research design
  • Curriculum development and evaluation
  • Educational technology and AI applications
  • Statistical analysis and A/B testing
  • Educational policy and standards critique
  • Research methodology and experimental design

Current Projects & Interests​

  • Working on educational technology projects at Alpha Schools
  • Involved in developing systems for comprehensive educational data collection
  • Interested in conducting rigorous educational research studies
  • Focused on improving educational outcomes through data-driven approaches
  • Part of team developing micro-school platforms and related tools

Living Situation​

  • Lives approximately one block from the Alpha Schools office
  • Convenient access to office for both weekday and weekend work
  • Often goes to office on weekends to work on projects

Notes​

  • Appears to be one of the more technically sophisticated members of the Superbuilders team
  • Has a strong foundation in both educational theory and practical implementation
  • Values scientific rigor and proper research methodology
  • Seems to be genuinely committed to improving educational outcomes through technology
  • Good collaborative partner for data-driven educational initiatives
  • Balances technical expertise with understanding of real-world educational challenges

Transcripts​

Transcript IDDateSummary
2025-07-11-superbuilders-office-group-discussion-summary2025-07-11Extended group discussion covering education reform, technology, and Alpha Schools dynamics