I have said this many times, and I still believe it to this day; some of the best things that have happened to me are not going to something but leaving something. […]
Initiating Change in a New Environment Read More →
I was reading a blog post (it is private on a district domain, so I can’t share!) by educator Anna Sage, who made such an eloquent connection between the
What did you once consider necessary in your life that you no longer utilize? Read More →
I originally wrote this post in August of 2014, and it was an exercise for me to think about what are some important questions that not only a school community
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This is a question I have been asking educators to consider for a long time about students in our schools: Do kids create “because of” or “in spite
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I was following a recent conversation about the idea of “innovation” often being synonymous with “using technology.” In “The Innovator’s Mindset,” I define innovation in the following way:
Innovation Does Not Equal Technology Read More →
At a recent admin retreat that I had the pleasure of speaking at, one of the organization’s leaders shared a brief statement that resonated deeply with me. “Don’t
“Don’t mistake proud for content.” Read More →
For many, it is the beginning or about to be the start of a new school year. As much as I would love to give an inspirational talk about how
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Since it is the beginning (or close to) the beginning of the new school year for many schools in North America, I wanted to reshare this post on “5 Questions
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Start with the end in mind. Years ago, I wanted to learn to play guitar. Now I felt that I didn’t have the time, but that was just an excuse
Getting Past the Calluses Read More →
The below selection is one of my favorite stories I shared in “The Innovator’s Mindset:” An artist had his easel set up on a street when a person walked
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George Couros is a leading educator in the area of innovative leadership, teaching, and learning. He has worked with schools and organizations around the globe to challenge traditional thinking and create a more connected world where all learners thrive.
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