Thanks for stopping by and giving Episode 47 a listen. Today we will talk about an interesting survey of Canadian teachers and their perspectives on technology in the classroom. We will also touch on intrapreneurs, those people who act like an entrepreneur but within an existing company.

This week we cover off some great questions from listeners. As well I share some insights I obtained by attending a talk given by Dr. Andrew Huberman. Lastly we look at the importance of data science education for high school students.

In today’s episode we revisit the Innovator’s Dilemma but with a direct example within Education. We also look at a learning app and a tech tool tip for Excel.

Hello everyone and welcome to Season 2 of the GarageCast! Yay! I’m so happy be kicking off Season 2 with the question “How will you challenge your own personal status quo?” You’ll hear some thoughts from a few people here on campus, including a segment with Amanda Kennedy, our Deputy Principal. We’ll also look at some of the tech happenings that took place over the summer break.

Our final episode here for the Summer Series, part 8! This episode delves into the role of a leader as a facilitator, highlighting how effective facilitation can spark productive dialogue, ignite team creativity, and lead to actionable outcomes. Discover practical strategies to improve your facilitation skills, helping you steer discussions while ensuring all voices in your organization are heard.

Part 7 of our Summer Series focuses on Change Management. In today's ever-changing landscape, the ability to manage change is a critical skill that every leader must possess. This episode delves into the comprehensive world of Change Management and highlights the five essential levers that every leader should master.

Hello GarageCast listeners! Welcome to Part 6 of our summer series that has focused on essential leadership skills school leaders need for driving innovation. In this episode, explore the key principles behind collaborative leadership, a model that emphasizes empowerment, team decision-making, and a shared sense of responsibility. Learn how this approach can revolutionize the dynamics of your team and enhance impact and innovation.

In Part 5 of our summer series, we look at how leaders drive innovation in their teams within schools. This episode focuses on nurturing an environment that embraces new technologies and innovative methods, and how leaders can stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. We explore both Design Thinking and the Systematic Inventive Thinking method as two possible frameworks for your leadership toolkit.

Welcome to Part 4 of our 8 part summer series. As we navigate an era of data proliferation, understanding how to extract meaningful insights from data becomes a crucial leadership skill. This episode unpacks the concept of data-driven decision making, showcasing how leaders in education can utilize data to inform strategic choices, enhance operations, and enrich the educational process.

Why do our communication skills have to change? Dive into the role communication plays in leadership, and learn effective strategies to improve your communication skills. Understand how clear, transparent dialogue can foster trust, engagement, and a sense of community in your organization as we enter into times of exponential change.