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If Money Were No Object... Aug 27, 2018

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The #1 thing I hear back from parents, teachers... my student doesn't know what they want to do. They don't know where their passions lie.

Mentorz: Finding Gen Z Better Mentorz Aug 24, 2018

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Ava Wettrick is the founder of Mentorz Media and the host of Mentorz Podcast. In this Friday spotlight of the InnovateWithIN cohort, we discuss the "why" of Mentorz, how she got here, and the power of LinkedIn. Lastly, Ava goes into why "playing the long game" of providing value is better than asking for people to do her favors. You can find her podcast here: https://soundcloud.com/ava-wettrick On LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ava-wettrick-973863153/

Kevin Simpson: Why You Should Teach Overseas Aug 22, 2018

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Kevin Simpson wants YOU to take an Edu-venture and consider teaching internationally! This episode is full of great insights and tips if you have ever wanted to set sail and teach over seas! Kevin is a native from Flint, Michigan who has served 500+ schools and thousands of educators worldwide in 20 countries. KDSL Global is an education consulting company he launched in 2016 in the USA and in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The majority of Simpson's work in education has centered on American curriculum schools. Since 2008, he has been focused on education in the MENA region, assisted numerous schools with accreditation, training, development, and served as a thought partner with investors on school start-up projects. Simpson is co-founder of the UAE Learning Network (one of the largest online network of educators in the UAE) and leads the GCC ASCD Connected Community. In addition, he has co-authored papers on American curriculum in the MENA region with a focus on Common Core State Standards, the Next Generation Science Standards, social studies, and the history of American Education in the UAE. He also owns KDSL USA which was set up in 2007. Simpson holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education and a Master of Education degree in Curriculum and Teaching from Michigan State University (USA). Currently, he is a member of the Association for the Advancement of International Education (AAIE) and studying in their Institute for International School Leadership.

Ain't No Tired Like First Week of School Tired Aug 20, 2018

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There is tired, and then there is first week of school exhaustion. However, to combat that, we have a suggestion.

Paradigm Esports Aug 17, 2018

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Paradigm Esports by Don Wettrick

Gary Hensley: Life, Loss, & Purpose Aug 15, 2018

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Gary Hensley is the CEO of LivingTree, a company focused on family engagement and fund raising. However, how he got there IS the story. Starting out as a classroom teacher, Gary saw a problem with schools and funding. So he did something about it, and started EdBacker. Then tragedy struck, coupled with the highs and lows of being a startup entrepreneur. Take a listen to this AMAZING podcast and the lessons this teacher turned CEO has learned. You can find Gary at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyhensley/

Iceberg Ahead! Pretending We Don't See It In Education Aug 13, 2018

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Most of us see that there is a MAJOR shift in employment. So when do educators (& employers) shout ICEBERG! STRAIGHT AHEAD! Better yet, when will the majority of our schools to start implementing strategies to prepare our students for this shift? Take a listen:

Go Plant It: Student Led Environmentalism Aug 10, 2018

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Luna Calhoun and Sarah Schaefer on a mission to make environmentalism a fun game- to both adults and students. Listen to this awesome episode as we talk to this team that works with our StartEdUp foundation. Warning: REALLY proud teacher alert. If you want know more visit: https://www.facebook.com/Go-Plant-It-183365878957713/ Find Sarah here: https://twitter.com/SarahSchaefer50 Luna here: https://twitter.com/lunaaseaa

James Altucher: Experiment, Risk, Repeat Aug 08, 2018

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Few people have succeeded, failed, then succeeded like James Altucher. While many people know him for his books "Choose Yourself," and "Reinvent Yourself," as well as his podcast, "The James Altucher Show," some might not know what it took to get there. His track record of finding trends, and seizing on opportunities is amazing. That is why in this episode, we dive deep into education, learning, and what the future might hold for "students" in the next ten years.

ALWAYS Do This On The First Day Of School Aug 06, 2018

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Last week I begged you to NOT start off with the "rules and regulations" of school. This week, I begging you TO do something: Video your first days. Reflect often. It will improve your work, allow for reflection, and create a great way to enjoy your memories much later. Take a listen:

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