As I turned 50 this past week, this quote from “The Pivot Year” by Brianna Wiest was a reminder of how I have always wanted to live my life: […]
Letting Go to Leap Forward: Finding Courage at Life’s Crossroads Read More →
Recently, I was blessed to work with high school students in Forney ISD to provide some advice and discuss things they can (and should) do today that will also
Advice to My Younger Self, Shared with the Next Generation Read More →
Last week, I wrote “How AI Can Save You Time—But Should It? Rethinking Monotony, Creativity, and Motivation,” which is a great title. I am comfortable saying that because I didn’t
Learning from AI: Why Asking Why Might Matter More Than What Read More →
When you are in the middle of the “smell,” you sometimes don’t realize how bad (or good) the situation may be. Take a step outside. One summer after I graduated
Don’t Get Used to the Smell: Knowing When It’s Time to Move On Read More →
I start with a simple question: Can AI Teach Empathy? The short answer is no. But, can we leverage AI to develop empathy in ourselves? Yes. Before I go
Can AI Teach Empathy? Read More →
A teacher recently told me about their desire to move away from “drill and kill” in teaching. While I’ve heard this term before, something about it stood out to me
Reframing ‘Drill and Kill’: Why Repetition is Essential for Mastery Read More →
Recently, in Ohio, I had a great conversation with a group about the importance of effective communication and moving away from the term “Data-Driven,” as I believe it can do
Effective Communication in Education: Bridging the Gap Between Intentions and Impact Read More →
As a principal, I remember being excited about a new initiative we were considering for our school. I had done extensive research, seen its success in other schools, and felt
The Power of Challenging What You Think You Know Read More →
Recently, I started answering podcast listener questions (you can submit yours here!), and two people asked me about “Impostor Syndrome.” Both questions were focused on starting new roles
Conquering Impostor Syndrome Read More →
Do we need to “de-emphasize memorization” in education? This comment was made by a speaker at a conference I recently attended. I am sure that I have made a
Do we need to de-emphasize memorization in education? Read More →
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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