The Mind Over Tutors Podcast

Who really gives a shit about education? Well, we do! Join Dr. Darius, as he delves into all things related to education.

Even Coronavirus won't make some folks stop it!

We operate out of fear in this country and it is ruining us. Yes, in the United States of America! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

03-11
04:57

Go vote! Super Tuesday 2020

Go vote today. Exercise your right. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

03-03
01:51

Darius and Julie discuss Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Model

The Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Model is a model that will bring you a tremendous amount of help as you learn to deal with conflict in a more productive and intentional way. This model encourages you to think about what you are trying to accomplish when you get into a conflict, allowing you to implement strategies that will allow for an optimal outcome. Visit https://softskills-mindovertutors.talentlms.com for our course on this model. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

02-05
30:47

What's on tap the week of February 2, 2020?

Tune in the week of February 2, 2020, to all of our communication platforms and social media networks, as Mind Over Tutors takes on Conflict. Learn valuable skills, that will help you manage and resolve conflicts at home, school, and at work. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

01-28
00:25

How much homework is too much?

Record a message or respond with a message on our podcast or social media. I want to discuss in or next episode. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

11-16
02:05

Mind Over Tutors' Innovator Krystle Wilson

Hear Krystle Wilson talk about her college experiences at University of North Carolina at Greensboro where she studied Design.  Krystle shares what it's like being a "creative" in industry and the importance of having great soft skills and the impact those soft skills have on your professional and life experiences. Krystle also talks about the impact that emerging web and mobile tech played in her college experience but more importantly, the role they continue to play in her corporate experience. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

08-26
29:26

Mind Over Tutors' Innovator John Lyon

Hear John Lyon talk about his college experiences at Harvard and Wake Forest Universities and how emerging web and mobile technologies played a role in those experiences. John also shares about the importance of having great soft skills and the impact they have on your professional and life experiences.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

07-28
36:08

Why are we still talking about the ineffectiveness of End-of-Grade (EOG) exams?

Highlight from episode... It appears that standardized testing is not something new nor is its mandated implementation in schools, novel. Who knew? I mean that literally. According to the timeline of History of Standardized Testing in the United States, something appears to have awakened in the 21st century as it relates to standardized tests. Between 1965 and 2000, education had settled in on assessments that served their purpose.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

06-18
22:59

Be Assertive the Right Way

We’ve all had moments when we’ve failed to speak up for ourselves and said yes when we really wanted to say no. Luckily, assertiveness is a learned ability. It’s learned through practice. This course will provide you with the knowledge, skills and confidence to become more assertive, taking control of your life in the process. Course Topics *Be Assertive The Right Way Trailer *What is Assertiveness *The Be Assertive Workout *Final Summary Sign up for e-learning course --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

06-30
14:31

Education Waste

What things are we throwing away in education? Do we need to throw away more? You are part of a little experiment that I am currently doing.  https://workforce-mindovertutors.talentlms.com/ Email me to see if we are still offering free access......darius@mindovertutors.com https://flic.kr/p/e4rwwz Picture --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

08-19
11:11

We Are Back!

Back from a short break where we were off putting together some awesome online content for our Mind Over Tutors Online Academy users. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

07-08
07:52

#disrupteducation with Peter Hostrawser

Peter hopes to disrupt traditional secondary education to make it more authetic for all students. Wait until you hear about some of the work that he is doing. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

06-27
30:20

Homework is like running sprints

Darius and Julie Grissom have a candid conversation about homework and it's place and usefulness with today's students. They also draw key parallels to athletics. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

02-08
19:29

Talking with a Master

Darius Grissom gives his perspective on various topics surrounding online education. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

02-04
27:12

Mind Over Tutors' Ideology

Development Director, Daria Grissom, sits down with founder and Executive Director, Darius Grissom, to discuss the ideology of Mind Over Tutors, Inc. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

10-16
19:50

Common Core, Big Data, and FERPA

You may be surprised with what is going on behind the scenes. We had better wake up folks and pay attention. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

08-17
16:56

It all starts at home!

Happy 51st Anniversary to my parents! A great model to follow. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

07-19
09:16

Public, Private, or Homeschool?

No matter what your choice, education is an investment that involves the entire family. Here are a few pointers that I hope will help you in your consideration of school choice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

07-13
17:18

Hey Coaches, Lighten Up!

Have we gone too far in athletics? Why are we training every kid to become a professional athlete? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

07-11
07:36

Time to prepare for next school year, now!

Do not go into next year with the same old approach! Start your preparation now. Be deliberate and be honest. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mind-over-tutors-podcast/support

07-11
07:07

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