Exploring the Core Podcast

Greg Mullen

Needless to say, our education system in this country is as complicated as one would imagine, but not so much that it can't be analyzed, understood, and improved upon. Like any system, it's a matter of recognizing the value of a system by the value of its parts. That's exactly what I hope to do with this podcast - exploring aspects of our education system in order to celebrate what is being improved upon in order to highlight what might still need to be addressed; recognizing the shadows by celebrating the light. Join me in my journey as I continue exploring the core of who we are and how we learn as students, humans, and citizens. #ExploringTheCore

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#24
Nov 8, 2022 · 20 min
Autonomy & Independence in Elementary Age Students
In this seventh episode of season three, I share my conversation with Doris Heinrich, Kindergarten Teacher and 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year at Redondo Unified School District, discussing autonomy and independence in elementary grade levels.
#23
Oct 22, 2022 · 25 min
Core Principles of Standards-Based Grading
In this sixth episode of season three, I share my conversation with Dr. Laura Link, lead author of the article "Is Standards-Based Grading Effective?", discussing the core principles of a standards-based approach to grading and assessment.
#22
Aug 29, 2022 · 1 hr 6 min
Adopting and Adapting Standards-Based Grading
In this fifth episode of season three, I share my conversation with three educators who worked together to adopt and adapt a standards-based approach to assessment and grading in their school.
#21
Aug 29, 2022 · 25 min
Developing Attributes with eduScrum in Schools
In this fourth episode of season three, I share my conversation with Allen Gunderson about his work with eduScrum in education, specifically the way he develops strengths and attributes in his students.
#20
Aug 29, 2022 · 33 min
Agile Mindset in Schools and Organizations
In this third episode of season three, I share my conversation with Emmanuel Ponchon about his work with the Agile Mindset in schools and organizations around the world.
#19
Aug 29, 2022 · 32 min
Action Research and Professional Development in the UAE
In this second episode of season three, I share my conversation with Dr. Conley Hathorn about a study he published on Action Research for improving Professional Development with schools in the United Arab Emirates.
#18
Aug 29, 2022 · 48 min
Project-Based and Self-Directed Learning
This first episode of season three is a conversation with PBL expert Lindsey Blackburn and alternative education advocate SJ Barakony about the connection between Project-Based Learning and a Self-Directed Mindset.
#17
Jun 5, 2021 · 28 min
"Moving Forward" (S2,EP9)
In this final episode of season two, I celebrate the work of two educators who are each promoting internationally the kinds of vision and tools that are *right now* changing education toward a more self-directed schooling environment.
#16
May 29, 2021 · 28 min
"Personality Traits" (S2,EP8)
In this episode, I present the Five Factor Model of personality traits and it's importance in education, and speak with Visual Arts Teacher, Heather Abreu, about her perspective toward the importance of introspection as an educator.
#15
May 22, 2021 · 46 min
"Changes in Behaviors" (S2,EP7)
In this episode, I briefly explore six specific words we often refer to as attributes, or characteristics, looking at how these words carry with them ranges of behaviors where, on either end, are potentially unhealthy degrees of each attribute. I also speak with two professionals in the field of behavior change about their thoughts and perspectives on behavior in students as well as adults.
#14
May 15, 2021 · 42 min
"A Social Emotional Approach" (S2,EP6)
In this episode, I explore a social and emotional layer to my framework for who we are and how we learn, highlighting the work of Liz Keable, student success coach and social psychologist.
#13
May 8, 2021 · 34 min
"Values in Education, Part 2" (S2,EP5)
In this episode, I continue exploring 'Values' - what they are and how we perceive them in education, with a focus on Trust
#12
May 1, 2021 · 32 min
"Values in Education, Part 1" (S2,EP4)
In this episode, I'll be exploring 'Values' - what they are, and how we perceive them in education.
#11
Apr 24, 2021 · 36 min
"Elements of a Learning Environment" (S2,E3)
In this episode, I'll be exploring the core elements of a learning environment by highlighting two leaders of self-directed learning environments.
#10
Apr 17, 2021 · 38 min
"School is Optional" (S2,E2)
In this episode, I'll be exploring the core of a belief, its anatomy, and the impact belief can have on decisions we make in education, with a focus on our beliefs about school and learning.
#9
Apr 10, 2021 · 34 min
"Self-Directed Schooling" (S2,E1)
In this first episode, I’ll be talking about the phrase, Self-Directed Schooling, which integrates TWO contrasting ideas: conventional schooling and self-directed learning, which I believe are two sides of the same coin.
Apr 3, 2021 · 8 min
Season Two Introduction
Hi, my name's Greg Mullen, the host of The Exploring the Core Podcast. In this introduction, I present the ideas behind the second season's episodes and how they connect to the first season's episodes. Season One episodes are now streaming on most podcast streaming services. Season Two episodes begin streaming April 10th, 2021. Learn more about The Exploring the Core Podcast, Hosted by Greg Mullen, Educational Innovation Consultant, at www.ExploringTheCore.com #ExploringTheCore #SelfDirectedSc
#8
Jan 27, 2020 · 42 min
A Self-Directed Learning Environment
Welcome to the EXPLORING THE CORE PODCAST, where we delve into the elements that make up our education system and learn more about how that system can improve for the benefit of all students in schools today. I'm Greg Mullen, and I’d first like to take this moment now to thank you for listening to this podcast. This will be the final episode of this season. I hope you’ve enjoyed the episodes, I hope you share this podcast with other educators, and I hope you’ll listen to these episodes again,
#7
Jan 20, 2020 · 33 min
Academic & Behavioral Inclusion
Welcome to the EXPLORING THE CORE PODCAST, where we delve into the elements that make up our education system and learn more about how that system can improve for the benefit of all students in schools today. I'm Greg Mullen and in this episode I’ll be talking about concepts of Academic Inclusion and Behavioral Coaching, to highlight the impact a developmental mindset can have on building an inclusive environment in a general education classroom. I'll also be talking to Meg Bristow, a Special
#6
Jan 13, 2020 · 34 min
Changing the System
Welcome to the EXPLORING THE CORE PODCAST, where we delve into the elements that make up our education system and learn more about how that system can improve for the benefit of all students in schools today. I'm Greg Mullen and in this episode I discuss a particular model for changing a system in a school or organization by focusing on a bottom-up implementation with top-down support. I'll also be talking to Nikki Roorda out of Iowa, Executive Director of Teaching and Learning at Johnston C

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