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We’ve all heard the buzzword innovation—it’s a term that’s making waves in businesses and education alike. But it often leaves us with more questions than answers: What does innovation really mean? Does it always involve technology? Does it have to be a completely new idea? If you’ve been pondering these questions, you’re in the right place.
In this episode of Change Starts Here, host Dustin Odham sits down with George Couros, author of The Innovator’s Mindset, to explore the true essence of innovation. Together, they dive into George’s unique educational journey, with a nod to Billy Madison along the way. George shares his perspective on what innovation looks like in education and how educators and students alike can break free from traditional norms to foster continuous growth and creativity. With chatting about basketball, passionate stories of districts, and laughter throughout you won’t want to miss this episode.
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If you want to learn more about FranklinCovey, visit us at https://www.franklincovey.com/solutions/education/
Host: Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey Education
Guest: George Couros, Author
Time stamps:
(00:00 - 02:45) Introduction
(02:46 - 09:25) George’s Education Journey
(09:26 - 14:19) Learner Driven, Evidence Informed Practice
(14:20 - 25:51) Innovation in Education
(25:52 - 30:40) Relationships Build Innovation
(30:41 - 38:45) Creating a Safe Space for Challenges
(38:46 - 43:54) Building Long-Term Vision
(43:55 - 50:05) Immediate vs Consistent Change
(50:06 - 54:44) Looking at Risk
(54:45 - 01:03:49) Innovation Inside the Box
(01:03:50 - 01:14:57) What Does Success Look Like to You?
(01:14:58 - 01:27:10) Rapid Fire Questions!
(01:27:11 - 01:30:50) Closing
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We’ve all heard the buzzword innovation—it’s a term that’s making waves in businesses and education alike. But it often leaves us with more questions than answers: What does innovation really mean? Does it always involve technology? Does it have to be a completely new idea? If you’ve been pondering these questions, you’re in the right place.
In this episode of Change Starts Here, host Dustin Odham sits down with George Couros, author of The Innovator’s Mindset, to explore the true essence of innovation. Together, they dive into George’s unique educational journey, with a nod to Billy Madison along the way. George shares his perspective on what innovation looks like in education and how educators and students alike can break free from traditional norms to foster continuous growth and creativity. With chatting about basketball, passionate stories of districts, and laughter throughout you won’t want to miss this episode.
Don’t forget to like, and turn on those bell notifications to ensure you don’t miss our next episode.
If you want to learn more about FranklinCovey, visit us at https://www.franklincovey.com/solutions/education/
Host: Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey Education
Guest: George Couros, Author
Time stamps:
(00:00 - 02:45) Introduction
(02:46 - 09:25) George’s Education Journey
(09:26 - 14:19) Learner Driven, Evidence Informed Practice
(14:20 - 25:51) Innovation in Education
(25:52 - 30:40) Relationships Build Innovation
(30:41 - 38:45) Creating a Safe Space for Challenges
(38:46 - 43:54) Building Long-Term Vision
(43:55 - 50:05) Immediate vs Consistent Change
(50:06 - 54:44) Looking at Risk
(54:45 - 01:03:49) Innovation Inside the Box
(01:03:50 - 01:14:57) What Does Success Look Like to You?
(01:14:58 - 01:27:10) Rapid Fire Questions!
(01:27:11 - 01:30:50) Closing

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