Stanley O. Harris, Ed.D.
he/him
AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow
U.S. Department of Energy
Office of Indian Energy
About
Dr. Stanley O. Harris is an education technology expert, researcher, and consultant with more than 20 years of experience spanning education, business, and technology. He currently serves as an AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Indian Energy, where his work focuses on artificial intelligence for Tribal energy permitting and technical assistance.
His career includes supporting technology implementation across school districts, coaching education leaders, teaching special education, and leading organizational improvement initiatives. His interests center on responsible AI adoption, data strategy, and translating research into practical solutions that meet community needs.
Dr. Harris earned his doctorate in educational leadership from UCLA, an MBA and a master’s degree in information systems from the University of Maryland, a master’s degree in special education from Hunter College, and a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Morehouse College. His doctoral research examined professional learning for innovative technology implementation during the COVID pandemic.
Based in Washington, DC, he also serves in community, nonprofit, and alumni leadership roles.