The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast
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Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Dr. Shawna Miller, an educator in Louisville, joins the Three Questions podcast where she shares some powerful reflections about an educator who supported her during her early learning, what a former administrator did to help her recognize her strong leadership skills, and what advice she would give her first-year teacher self. Check out all this advice from Dr. Miller as she 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?
Links:
Shawna Miller Twitter - https://mobile.twitter.com/ShawnaMiller03
Quotes:
"...if I were more intentional about connecting with kids early on, I would not have wasted so much time in the beginning..." -Dr. Shawna Miller
Dr. Shawna Miller, an educator in Louisville, joins the Three Questions podcast where she shares some powerful reflections about an educator who supported her during her early learning, what a former administrator did to help her recognize her strong leadership skills, and what advice she would give her first-year teacher self. Check out all this advice from Dr. Miller as she 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?
Links:
Shawna Miller Twitter - https://mobile.twitter.com/ShawnaMiller03
Quotes:
"...if I were more intentional about connecting with kids early on, I would not have wasted so much time in the beginning..." -Dr. Shawna Miller
Sunday Jul 24, 2022
Sunday Jul 24, 2022
George Couros starts this episode with a strategy he used to stay connected to the classroom even when he was at the central office. Being in the spaces where the decisions that are being made helps us understand the impact of those decisions. Keeping a focus on connecting with the people we serve helps create a wonderful learning environment. This week’s guests, Lisa Smiley and Shana Montgomery share some ways that they maintain a focus on building connections. Smiley and Montgomery bring such energy to this episode and share some great ideas with listeners!
Links:
Lisa Smiley Twitter - https://twitter.com/l_smileyiu15
Shana Montgomery Twitter - https://twitter.com/ShanaM_CAIU
George Couros Meme Check-In - https://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/tag/meme-check-in
Authenticity, Communication, Relationships - An #InnovatorsMindset Clip with Stephanie Smith - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIgkmMFap-U
Quotes:
"...put a pause...slow down...that has been helpful for the staff and helpful for us too." - Lisa Smiley
"...be intentional and reasonable..." -Shana Montgomery
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
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 Jul 21, 2022
Thursday Jul 21, 2022
Get Dwight's new book here!
Be Great: Five Principles to Improve School Culture from the Inside Out
https://www.amazon.com/Be-Great-Principles-Improve-Culture/dp/1948334569/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1657994867&sr=8-1
George Couros welcomes Dwight Carter to this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset! Carter is the author of a newly released book, Be GREAT! In this episode, Carter starts off with a reflection on why he changed the title and the meaning of the new title. Hear all this and more as Carter answers these questions:
What inspired you to write this book?
What was your biggest takeaway from this writing experience?
What do you hope this book will do for educators and education?
Links:
Dwight Carter Twitter - https://twitter.com/Dwight_Carter?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
Dwight Carter Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dwightcarter/?hl=en
Dwight Carter Blog - https://dwightcarter.edublogs.org/about/
Dwight Carter Website - https://mrdwightcarter.wixsite.com/begreat
Dwight Carter Books - https://dwightcarter.edublogs.org/publications/
Mo Cheeks Video - https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=914068625714193
Quotes:
"We have to stop looking for programs and frameworks to improve school culture, it has to come from within." - Dwight Carter
"What can each of us do internally based on what we believe and expect how school culture should be to make sure, outwardly, that school culture becomes what it is." - Dwight Carter
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
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 Jul 17, 2022
Sunday Jul 17, 2022
George Couros opens this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast with a thought that he disagrees with. Couros reflects on the idea that kids can be good at whatever they want and how it is actually more important to help kids be good at something by developing their passions and strengths while exposing them to new ideas. We all have different talents and gifts and that makes the world better. This episode with Jeanne Lazzarini talks about ways that math can be taught so that all learners can connect their personal strengths. Lazzarini shares ways that she connects her students to math in their own lives.
Links:
Jeanne Lazzarini Twitter - https://twitter.com/jeannelazzarini
Jeanne Lazzarini LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanne-lazzarini-30932732
RAFT Website - https://raft.net/
Mathematics for All Course - https://www.novakeducation.com/math-for-all-middle-school
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
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/
Quotes:
"I never 'flashcard' the kids, we just explored." -Jeanne Lazzarini
Thursday Jul 14, 2022
Thursday Jul 14, 2022
Dr. Victoria Waller starts this episode of Three Questions on Educators that Inspire with a great reflection of her reason for writing her book, Yes! Your Child Can! Throughout this episode. Dr. Waller’s energy and passion for learning is truly inspiring. Hear more about Dr. Waller’s experiences as an author, tutor, and teacher, including the one about how she started working as a reading teacher in a make-shift room with the school’s plumbing running in an open ceiling above her. Stay to the end to hear how Dr. Waller 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?
Links:
Dr. Victoria Waller Website - https://www.drvictoriawaller.com/
Dr. Victoria Waller Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriawaller/
Dr. Victoria Waller Twitter - https://twitter.com/drvickiwaller
Kool Tutor KOOL TUTOR Meet Kourtney Kardashian’s children’s ‘rockstar’ tutor Victoria E Waller as star congratulates her on new parenting book - https://www.the-sun.com/entertainment/5107687/kourtney-kardashian-children-tutor-victoria-waller-parenting-book/
Quotes:
"Stick with it." - Dr. Victoria Waller's advice to her first year teacher self
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
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 Jul 10, 2022
Sunday Jul 10, 2022
George Couros begins this podcast with a reflection on what he means when he talks about “the sponge factor.” When we have the ability to grow, we are able to use our own learning experiences to create new opportunities for ourselves. This can also mean pushing our own thinking by learning from others instead of being surrounded by others with our same vision and ideas. This conversation with Matt Rhoads focuses on amplifying our learning and pushing our own thinking!
Links:
Matt Rhoads Twitter - https://twitter.com/mattrhoads1990
Matt Rhoads Website - https://matthewrhoads.com/
Matt Rhoads’ Books - https://matthewrhoads.com/books/
Matt Rhoads on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Matt-Rhoads/e/B078HXFPH6%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share
Matt Rhoads Tweet - https://twitter.com/MattRhoads1990/status/1510657657270509570
The Sponge Factor Blog Post - https://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/5321
Quotes:
"...focus on the person's development and how they develop over time." - Matt Rhoads Reflecting on How a Digital Portfolio Demonstrates Progressive Learning
"Word of mouth is more true than social media." - George Couros
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
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 Jul 07, 2022
Thursday Jul 07, 2022
Jeanne Lazzarini joins The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast and talks with George Couros about the importance of relationships. During this episode, Lazzarini shares her answers to the questions below:
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?
Links:
Jeanne Lazzarini Twitter - https://twitter.com/jeannelazzarini
RAFT Website - https://raft.net/
Quotes:
"Take time to work with (the students)...you can always make opportunities for your students to learn in the ways that are best for them." -Jeanne Lazzarini
"It isn't 'my class,' it is our class." -Jeanne Lazzarini
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
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 Jul 03, 2022
Friday Jul 01, 2022
Friday Jul 01, 2022
Here are the highlights from June 2022 on the #InnovatorsMindset Podcast!
Lainie Rowell
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkKvw_xAL-A
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!
Moving From a Comfortable Average with George Couros
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayB-8U5uQm8
In this clip from the solo episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, Moving from a Comfortable Average in Pursuit of an Unknown Better, George Couros shares a message from a TikTok video about the two people we need to impress. Couros shares his reflection on this message and talks about how taking risks has created more opportunities for himself in his life.
Sherese Nix
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. Hear how Nix created an experience and increased enrollment at the school in this clip of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast: The Story You Want to Tell - A Convo with Sherese Nix.
Brad Lands
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJFE-Snb8NE
This clip from the full episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast: Sharing the Process of Learning - A Convo With Brad Lands shares several applicable strategies for writing a book. George Couros and Brad Lands talk about the process of writing and Lands explains what he hopes his book will provide to his readers.
Rich Czyz
Rich Czyz, the author of Rogue Leader, reflects on the different reasons to hold professional development. Czyz shares more about his book and how we can make PD powerful. To hear more of Czyz’s stories and ideas, check out the full episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast: Take Control of Your PD Destiny - A Convo with Rich Czyz.
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 Jun 30, 2022
Thursday Jun 30, 2022
Kasson Bratton, a student in the UPenn course with George Couros and Katie Novak, joins the Three Questions on Educators that Inspire Podcast! Bratton is the Director of Learning at an international school and he brings some great perspectives which he shares as he 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?
Links:
Kasson Bratton Twitter - https://twitter.com/kb_intl
Nischina Website - https://www.nischina.org/
Quotes:
"If I could take what I was trying to do to differentiate and make that the norm...that concept would have helped me earlier in my career." - Kasson Bratton
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
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/