Theory Into Action

Theory Into Action

By Brandon Stover | Plato UniversityBusinessEducationHow ToNon-Profit
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Theory Into Action episodes

  • How to Transform the World & Become a Solutionary with Zoe Weil

    Today you're going to get a masterclass in solving problems, from the close and personal to the large and global, using solutionary thinking. In this video, Brandon Stover hosts Zoe Weil, the co-founder and president of the Institute for Humane Education, to explore Solutionary thinking. They discuss how to solve critical issues ranging from personal to global scales by employing a Solutionary framework. Zoe Weil elaborates on the importance of critical thinking, systems thinking, strategic thinking, and creative thinking in tackling these problems. The video also provides insights on teaching these skills to students and making a positive impact on various communities.

    Timestamps:

    • (00:00) - Introduction
  • (02:20) - Defining a Solutionary
  • (03:19) - The MOGO Principle
  • (04:29) - The Three I's: Inquiry, Introspection, Integrity
  • (07:09) - Living with Integrity
  • (09:15) - Understanding Solutionary Thinking
  • (12:00) - Critical Thinking and Information Sources
  • (17:08) - Strategic Thinking and Activism
  • (25:28) - Introduction to the Solutionary Process
  • (25:39) - Phase 1: Identifying the Problem
  • (28:25) - Phase 2: Investigating the Issue
  • (32:36) - Phase 3: Innovating Solutions
  • (39:26) - Phase 4: Implementing Solutions
  • (41:48) - The Importance of Solutionary Education

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    50 min
  • Purpose is Missing From Your Courses

    In this episode, I share what the role of purpose is in education, why it should be included, and how to build purpose into your courses.

    Timestamps:

    • (00:00) - What is Purpose
  • (00:52) - Why include Purpose in your courses
  • (03:38) - 3 Key Parts of Purpose through Exploration
  • (05:40) - How to Foster Exploration

    • Related videos:
    • 5 Foundational Skills Every Student Needs

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    15 min
  • What is Mastery Based Learning?

    In this episode, I share what Mastery Based Learning is, why it's more effective than traditional learning, and how you can implement it into an online course.

    Timestamps:

    • (00:00) - What is Mastery Based Learning
  • (03:31) - Core Principles of MBL
  • (05:12) - Why Use MBL
  • (08:00) - How to Use MBL in Online Courses

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    17 min
  • 5 Expert Tips to Create Audio Lessons for Online Courses

    In this episode, I share the What, Why, How framework, which we use to teach everything from a 5 minute lesson to hour long workshops.

    Timestamps:

    • (00:00) - Tip 1: Start Simple With Your Equipment
  • (03:04) - Tip 2: Create a Script
  • (04:17) - Tip 3: Choose the Right Length
  • (07:57) - Tip 4: Remember the Medium
  • (10:47) - Tip 5: Consider Publishing as a Podcast

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    15 min
  • A Framework to Teach Anything: What, Why, How

    In this episode, I share the What, Why, How framework, which we use to teach everything from a 5 minute lesson to hour long workshops.

    Timestamps:

    • (00:00) - Overview of Framework
  • (01:58) - Part 1: What
  • (03:39) - Part 2: Why
  • (05:59) - Part 3: How
  • (08:43) - Applying the Framework

    • Related videos:
    3 Phases of Learning

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    11 min
  • 5 Fears About Teaching (and How to Overcome Them)

    In this episode, I share how fears I have had about teaching or creating online course and tips for overcoming them.

    Timestamps:

    • (00:00) - Fear 1: I'm not an expert
  • (05:10) - Fear 2: My course will be boring
  • (10:14) - Fear 3: I'm not good at speaking
  • (16:55) - Fear 4: I won't be able to help my students
  • (21:25) - Fear 5: No one will find and take my course

    • Related videos:
    How to Create a Course Outline
    How to Ask Students  What They Want to Learn
    5 Active Learning Techniques to be Smarter
    5 Active Learning Techniques to Remember More
    5 Active Learning Techniques to Master Anything

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    26 min
  • Fixed General Intelligence vs Growth Mindset: Does School Actually Make You More Intelligent?

    In this episode, I break down the difference between intelligence, knowledge, wisdom, and a growth mindset. I discuss the differences between general intelligence presented by Charles A. Murray and Richard Herrnstein against a growth mindset presented by Carol Dweck and implication it has for education.

    Timestamps:

    • (00:00) - Fixed General Intelligence vs Growth Mindset
  • (03:46) - Defining Intelligence
  • (07:48) - Why this Matters
  • (10:31) - Recommendations for Individuals
  • (18:20) - Recommendations for Education System

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    26 min
  • How to Create Course Outlines for Online Courses

    In this episode, I share how to create outline for your online courses so that your students are able to achieve their learning outcomes and apply the information.

    Timestamps:

    • (00:00) - Course Outline
  • (03:39) - Step 2
  • (06:03) - Step 3
  • (08:40) - Step 4
  • (11:28) - Step 5

    • Related videos:
    How to Create a Course in 5 Easy Steps: https://youtu.be/PUZAxE_ENsM

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    13 min
  • How to Discover What Your Students Want to Learn (NOT What You Want to Teach Them)

    In this episode, I share how you find your students, sort their questions, and discover their learning needs and desires to spark their passion for learning.

    Timestamps:
    Related videos:
    How to Create a Course in 5 Easy Steps: https://youtu.be/PUZAxE_ENsM

    Want help building your course or learning program? Schedule a call: https://www.plato.university/consulting

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    21 min
  • 5 Science-Based Techniques to Help Your Students Master Any Hard Skills

    In this post, I share 5 more active learning techniques to help your students become smarter, remember more, and master skills.

    Timestamps:
    Related videos:
    3 Phases of Learning: https://youtu.be/me1KcdgEa5I
    5 Active Learning Techniques to be Smarter: https://youtu.be/huG-_w84Obg
    5 Active Learning Techniques to Remember More: https://youtu.be/XmxPChyRd54

    Want help building your course or learning program? Schedule a call: https://www.plato.university/consulting

    Want to learn more secret techniques? Check out our learning course: https://www.plato.university/courses/learning

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    20 min

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Theory into Action is a podcast designed to help you turn your wisdom into actionable education. Brandon Stover, founder of Plato University, will teach you how to create online courses, design…