The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast
I am a learner, author, speaker, and sometimes I make podcasts talking about any and all of these things. One day, I will rap in my podcasts officially making me a SoundCloud rapper.
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Sunday Jan 15, 2023
Sunday Jan 15, 2023
“If we only teach students the curriculum, we have failed them.” - George Couros, The Innovator’s Mindset
This quote is shared at the beginning of this episode and connects to the ideas shared by Brian Heisey in this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast. Heisey reflects on the skills that he teaches the kids in his class and shares how he gets his students interested in learning. The idea of taking learning beyond the classroom is shared throughout this entire episode as Heisey shares how he involves music, specifically rap, into his lessons. Heisey also shares an important reminder about what happens when you integrate rap into your lessons!
Quotes:
"Even if you don't like my subject, I want to teach you to arm yourself with that toolkit of strategies so that when you leave my room, you will be able to apply
your learning." - Brian Heisey
Links:
Brian Heisey Twitter - https://twitter.com/bheisey
Brian Heisey YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/81biorocks?app=desktop
DNA Just Replicate - https://youtu.be/3RNo7kAUJdA
Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.
More at georgecouros.ca
George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros
George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/
Thursday Jan 12, 2023
Thursday Jan 12, 2023
George Couros welcomes Brian Heisey to this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire. Couros and Heisey start this episode with a conversation about TikTok impressions, Degrassi, and Drake before getting into the three questions. Hear how Heisey answers these questions:
Who is a teacher that has inspired you and why?
Who is an administrator that has inspired you and why?
What advice would you give your first-year teacher-self?
Quotes:
"Make sure that the relationships are there because kids learn better if they trust their teacher." -Brian Heisey
"I want to make sure that the content I am delivering (to my students) is worth their time." - Brian Heisey
Links:
Brian Heisey Twitter - https://twitter.com/bheisey
Brian Heisey YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/81biorocks?app=desktop
Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.
More at georgecouros.ca
George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros
George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/
Sunday Jan 08, 2023
Sunday Jan 08, 2023
Welcome to Season 4 of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast! For this first episode of season 4, George Couros welcomes Dr. Mary Hemphill who shares more about her idea of “starting the year off with limitless potential!” Dr. Mary Hemphill, who has been on the podcast before, shares some amazing insights and she and Couros talk about a question that is often asked at the beginning of the year - “what will I create?” What will you create because of this episode? What idea have you been sitting in that you are now ready to jump into? What we do with the information that we consume is what really matters. n this episode, Dr. Mary Hemphill also drops some exciting news about how she is creating something as well!
Quotes:
"...some of the best mistakes, we use right now in our everyday lives." - Dr. Mary Hemphill
"Validation is simply only for parking. Every room that you step in, you belong there and you are needed because someone is waiting on you to tell your story so they can be free." - Dr. Mary Hemphill
Links:
Dr. Mary Hemphill Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelimitlesslady/
Dr. Mary Hemphill Twitter - https://twitter.com/limitless__lady
The 1 Minute Meeting - A Convo with Dr. Mary Hemphill - The #InnovatorsMindset Podcast S1 Ep 30 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcZTMGagOTw
Something Personal, Something Professional, Something Profound Email #128 - https://us12.campaign-archive.com/?u=9381017234135a9c6d5f7419a&id=50f6e5753c
Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.
More at georgecouros.ca
George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros
George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/
Thursday Jan 05, 2023
Thursday Jan 05, 2023
"The Four Agreements" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1878424319?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1878424319&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.3M1UJOXVPX19P&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin
You can find all of the "Epic Book Reviews" here on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/gcouros/list/3M1UJOXVPX19P?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d
Welcome to George Couros’ Epic Book Review! This episode is reviewing The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz, a self-help book that explores the power of personal agreements and how they shape our reality. The book is based on ancient Toltec wisdom and presents four agreements that can help readers transform their lives:
Be impeccable with your word. This agreement encourages honesty and integrity in communication, both with oneself and others.
Don't take anything personally. This agreement advises readers to recognize that other people's actions and words are not about them, but rather about their own beliefs and experiences.
Don't make assumptions. This agreement encourages readers to ask questions and seek clarification rather than making assumptions about other people's thoughts and intentions.
Always do your best. This agreement encourages readers to strive for excellence and to do their best in all endeavors, even when they are not feeling their best.
Overall, The Four Agreements is a thought-provoking and practical guide that can help readers improve their relationships, communication, and overall well-being. It is well-written and easy to understand, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to make positive changes in their life.
Have a book that you would recommend? Be sure to add the title in the comments below!
Quotes & Thoughts:
"How many times do we pay for one mistake?
The answer is thousands of times. The human is the only animal on earth that pays a thousand times for the same mistake. The rest of the animals pay once for every mistake they make. But not us. We have a powerful memory. We make a mistake, we judge ourselves, we find ourselves guilty, and we punish ourselves. If justice exists, then that was enough; we don't need to do it again. But every time we remember, we judge ourselves again, we are guilty again, and we punish ourselves again, and again, and again."
It is okay to regret past decisions, but not to dwell on them. What is not okay is not learning and growing from those situations.
“In your whole life nobody has ever abused you more than you have abused yourself. And the limit of your self-abuse is exactly the limit that you will tolerate from someone else. If someone abuses you a little more than you abuse yourself, you will probably walk away from that person. But if someone abuses you a little less than you abuse yourself, you will probably stay in the relationship and tolerate it endlessly.”
What we tolerate from ourselves is what we tolerate at our places of work and in our relationships.
“Do not be concerned about the future; keep your attention on today, and stay in the present moment. Just live one day at a time. Always do your best to keep these agreements, and soon it will be easy for you. Today is the beginning of a new dream.”
Focus on doing your best today and the future will take care of itself.
More at georgecouros.ca
George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
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George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Sunday Jan 01, 2023
Sunday Jan 01, 2023
“It is so much easier to push forward - to help others - when we look internally at the things we have.” - George Couros
Description & Time Codes:
0:00 George Couros’ Intro
4:01 Episode Intro
4:10 Mindset Monday - 4 Things to Consider When Having a Fresh Start
8:22 Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney
11:13 Abby Ramos Stanutz
14:55 Brian Faulkner
19:20 Mike Kleba
22:34 Dwight Carter
24:49 Closing
S3 EP1 #MindsetMonday - 4 Things to Consider When Having a Fresh Start
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQuYjIKJAuY
In this episode, George Couros shares the outline of an upcoming blog post as he reflects on a huge change he has made. Couros considers what led up to this change and how he sees it as an opportunity to create new routines while building on existing healthy routines.
Fast As We Can, As Slow as We Must - A Convo with Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gdW7YKEUUQo
Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney and George Couros talk about an investment that educators can make which will save them hours in the future and prevent a lot of stressful conversations. Dr. Goffney shares what her district is doing to build relationships with both students and their families!
Helping Students Find Their Voice - A Convo with Abby Ramos Stanutz
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YsJg6Pqr1ds
Abby Ramos Stanutz shares what she is doing with her learners and how she is modeling the use of content creation. Abby talks about the importance of being able to stand by the content learners are choosing to create and share. Hear how Abby is helping kids find their passions instead of sharing what they think others want to hear, all in this clip of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast: Helping Students Find Their Voice - A Convo with Abby Ramos Stanutz!
The Joy of Our Students - A Convo with Brian Faulkner
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2gEN7OicMI
George Couros shares a reflection on a story he learned when he taught a Stephen Covey workshop. He and Brian Faulkner have a conversation about what it means to be a leader and how important it is to lead by example.
How To Change the World Through Other People - A Convo with Mike Kleba
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Wocz9AO128
Mike Kleba reminds us that the challenges we face can be reframed. Kleba reminds us that no matter what we are going through, we can create solutions that work for us. Couros shares that if he doesn’t try to figure out a solution, a way forward, the dark for him will get worse. Couros and Kleba talk about being positive and staying solution-oriented.
Be Great! The Latest Book from Dwight Carter - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4_kYu9ZyY0
Dwight Carter shares what he hopes his new book, Be GREAT, will bring to both educators and education. Carter shares a story from his book about an adult who came to the need of another person. For more from Dwight Carter, be sure to check out the full episode, Be Great! The Latest Book from Dwight Carter - The #InnovatorsMindset #Podcast!
Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.
More at georgecouros.ca
George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros
George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/
Thursday Dec 29, 2022
Thursday Dec 29, 2022
“...that ability to learn is an advantage that educators will always have.” - George Couros
Because of a Teacher 2 on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Because-Teacher-II-Stories-Teaching/dp/1948334607
0:00 Intro with George Couros
3:33 Episode Intro
3:42 Jan Iwase
6:32 Chris Kennedy
7:23 Stacey Roshan
9:26 CJ Rodgers
12:56 Kara Rigsby
15:14 Dr. Shira Leibowitz
16:33 Bobby Pollicino
18:01 Amy Gonzales
20:21 Closing
Jan Iwase shares a powerful reminder about communicating with parents and being the first to notify them. This reminder about building relationships comes from an early experience that Iwase shares in this clip of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtx9KzXKT3s
Chris Kennedy reflects on how he balanced authority when he first began teaching and what he does now to build relationships with all learners.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kV9OHHiNPtU
Stacey Roshan flips this question and shares what advice she would give as her current-self to her first-year self! Hear this great response from Roshan and how she would benefit her first-year teacher-self.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GP-I3vLTAC8
CJ Rodgers reflects on his time as a coach and how that impacted his future teacher self. Rodgers and Couros reflect on the power of previous coaches after Rodgers shares some powerful first-year teacher-self advice.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WkXCYTAQk_M
Kara Rigsby reflects on her experience with teacher burnout and shares the advice that she would have given herself as a first-year teacher.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ww9HnNclkPk
Dr. Shira Leibowitz shares what she means when she talks about trusting yourself and “going with the essence.” Hear Leibowitz’s explanation and why she would give this advice to her first-year teacher-self.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vJOBLtkx68
Bobby Pollicino shares a reflection about why it is important to learn with students. Pollicino goes back in time in this segment and shares some advice that would have helped him out earlier in his career.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7znMtEiQW0M
Amy Gonzales shares that she would tell her first-year teacher-self to trust herself. Gonzales reflects on the opportunities she had but how she still lacked confidence early in her career. Gonzales reminds listeners to recognize the capability they have to empower learners.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJd9Bmu9Ckg
Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.
More at georgecouros.ca
George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros
George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/
Sunday Dec 25, 2022
Sunday Dec 25, 2022
“Risk is moving from a comfortable average in pursuit of something better.” - George Couros
Description & Time Codes:
0:00 George Couros’ Intro
2:02 Episode Intro
2:11 #MindsetMonday: Season 2 Episode 9 It Never Hurts to Ask
7:30 Dr. Will Deyamport
9:21 Joël McLean
12:06 Kat Goyette & Adam Juarez
22:38 Closing
#MindsetMonday: Season 2 Episode 9 It Never Hurts to Ask
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uauDA7lZpII&t
“The dreams that you have are sometimes just a question away.” -George Couros
George Couros shares that this podcast is inspired by his mom who taught him that it never hurts to ask! It is better to ask and hear “no” than it is to not ask and never know. Couros shares two powerful examples - one from his personal and one from his professional life - where asking a question created an opportunity to turn a dream into a reality!
The Edupreneur - Dr. Will Deyamport
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PX9dOW8sfCU
Entrepreneur and “intrapreneur” - how do we create a business of one by honing in on what skills we have learned and created for ourselves? Dr. Will shares ways that we can create a business of one for ourselves and use our skills and knowledge we have learned to create opportunities for ourselves.
The Evolving Role of the Principal - A Convo with Joël McLean
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUmmPSanXIU
Joël McLean and George Couros talk about how educators are pushed forward, but often leadership is expected to stay the same. McLean and Couros discuss how the role of the principal can evolve in education in this clip from The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast: The Evolving Role of the Principal - A Convo with Joël McLean.
The Complete EdTech Coach - A Convo with Adam Juarez and Kat Goyette
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdk7L2VLlkY
In this clip of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast: The Complete EdTech Coach - A Convo with Adam Juarez and Kat Goyette, Couros asks the co-authors of The Complete Ed Tech Coach these questions:
What is best for kids?
How does this improve learning?
If we were to do _________, what is the balance of risk vs. reward?
Is this serving the few or the majority?
These questions, from a blog post written by George Couros, spark a conversation about the learners we serve and how the technology we have impacts learning.
Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.
More at georgecouros.ca
George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros
George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/
Thursday Dec 22, 2022
Thursday Dec 22, 2022
“The leaders that really inspired us were the ones that brought out things in us that we did not even know existed.” - George Couros
0:00 Intro with George Couros
2:40 Episode Intro
2:49 Dr. Jill M. Siler
4:55 Sherese Nix
7:59 Brad Lands
12:05 Abby Ramos-Stanutz
15:06 Kelly Croy
17:27 Millicent Dickey
23:38 Closing
Dr. Jill M. Siler reflects on an administrator who makes connections with all learners and truly inspires others through her efforts and actions.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uz4eQgj0fxk&t
Sherese Nix shares a shout out to a former guest on The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney! Nix shares some powerful advice from Dr. Goffney about who you surround yourself with.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C5gBJTCI8rc&t
Brad Lands shares a reflection about her first principal ever in his first teacher job. Lands shares how his first administrator gave him a challenge he had never expected.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOfxuirJj6E
Abby Ramos-Stanutz reflects on an administrator who empowers all learners and who knows when to support and when to get out of the way.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2tl1mBCWllQ
Kelly Croy reflects on how his current superintendent approaches everything with a “team-concept.” Croy encourages listeners to have some empathy as they are leading and educating by looking at what everyone is actually trying to do.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yM2-0coULag
Millicent Dickey who is an amazing educator herself shares her parent administrators had a powerful impact on her life and helped her understand how our actions now impact the future. Her mother was an elementary principal and her father was an assistant principal. Dickey brings an amazing perspective to this question as she shares her story about an administrator who inspired her.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yq709nrQeXs
Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.
More at georgecouros.ca
George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros
George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/
Sunday Dec 18, 2022
Sunday Dec 18, 2022
“When you take time to learn, we all become better.” - George Couros
#MindsetMonday: S2 Ep 6 - Pay Attention to the Details
What might seem insignificant to you might be important to others. George Couros starts this episode with a story about a peculiarity in Van Halen’s contract. Couros shares how using a person’s name shows that you are here in this space with them and that they are being honored. This episode focuses on how seemingly small details can make a huge impact!
Chris Kennedy - "To Innovate, Disrupt Your Routine"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtvLE9RXywg
George Couros reflects on a practice followed by Chris Kennedy, who places associate principals in place for longer so they have a mentor and works to build consistency. Kennedy shares how innovative practices can come from consistency.
Sherese Nix - The Story You Want to Tell
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rzJ-yYR3k04
Sherese Nix shares how she helped create a culture where every person felt valued. By creating an experience, Nix was able to get others excited about the work they were doing at the school site.
Lainie Rowell - Evolving with Gratitude
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkKvw_xAL-A&t
Lainie Rowell answers questions about gratitude and explains how her new book, Evolving with Gratitude, reflects on how gratitude is more than a “fluff term.” Rowell reflects on her purpose in writing this book and shares that she writes about concepts that she wants to learn more about. This clip from a very special episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast: Evolving with Gratitude - The new book from Lainie Rowell shares Rowell explaining what gratitude is, why we should practice it, and how gratitude can impact our learning communities. Be sure to check out the full episode for a chance to comment and win a signed copy of Rowell’s new book, Evolving with Gratitude!
Matt Woods - I Wanna Be...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xJRvHQaAtM
Matt Woods and George Couros talk about social capital and how that can be built by spending time greeting parents and learners in the hallways. Woods and Couros talk about suspensions and difficult conversations that administrators often have to have with parents and how those conversations are made less tenuous when you have a relationship with the parent. Woods reflects on how the work that we put in years ago, laying the foundation of relationships, can pay dividends in the future.
Andrew Maxey - The Elephant in the Classroom
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4Ct2wgD8kE
What are some suggestions or strategies that will help teachers get to know their students better? Andrew Maxey shares his answer to this question in this clip from The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast: The Elephant in the Classroom - A Convo with Andrew Maxey.
Millicent Dickey - The Importance of Community in Education
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Gw7ApjKoS4
How do we focus on deep learning and how does technology support that? This conversation with Millicent Dickey reflects on the programs that are making personalized learning. Be sure to also check out the full episode, The Importance of Community in Education - A Convo with Millicent Dickey!
George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros
George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
“A lot of times, it is because of a teacher that people went on to do great stuff.” - George Couros
0:00 Intro with George Couros
2:31 Episode Intro
2:40 Dan Jackson
5:06 Melissa Wright
7:42 Greg Bagby
9:42 Megan Diede
11:56 Weston Kieschnick
15:58 Dr. Shawna Miller
20:07 Joël McLean
25:38 Closing
Dan Jackson shares a story about a teacher who created opportunities to learn through empowering lessons and hands-on learning experiences.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1OzkqngWua4
Melissa Wright reflects on a teacher who inspired her to run for student council. Wright reflects on how that moment impacted her future!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bagtb9yrJVY
Greg Bagby shares a story about a teacher who made him actually want to teach math! Bagby reflects on how this teacher “touched his heart” despite the complex subjects she taught.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dg_bPcc3USA
Megan Diede of the IntegratEd team reflects on a rockstar teacher who built connections with students through a simple daily task.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ww9HnNclkPk
Weston Kieschnick shares how a mentor teacher gave him a profound gift by telling him the honest truth about a lesson that was taught.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pgc7QDmQQ3M
Dr. Shawna Miller reflects on how a teacher helped her see herself as a learner through one-on-one meetings.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jwtRR7uRxuc
Joël McLean shares how a previous teacher helped him through high school by engaging all the students and building strong relationships. Couros also reflects on how the classes where we struggle the most are often the classes where relationships matter the most.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gL1kyW5O3AQ
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Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/