George Couros
- Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
- georgecouros@gmail.com
As we move forward in education, we must ensure that we give students the opportunity to be creative, collaborative, and critical thinkers, while also being able to pursue their passions and interests. As a leader in education, it is essential that I collaborate with all stakeholders to create innovative learning environments that are flexible and give all students and staff opportunities to achieve excellence. We must create an environment where students are proud of their community and culture, valuing the difference of others, while still creating opportunities to partake and succeed in a global environment. As a leader, I must role model and help to build a culture of learning, collaboration, and innovation. Believing that all stakeholders can possess these same qualities, I want to create an environment where we are all learners and leaders.
"Well that was the best general assembly that I’ve been a part of since joining @prairiespiritsd in 13 years. Thanks to @gcouros and the organizing committee for the great day! I wrote my masters based on his book, so this day really resonated with me!" Lee Coates
“...our school principal, George Couros, has such an amazing vision for our school, I am positive that my children will get far more out of their education than I did. They will be engaged in their education, and they will be free to express themselves... they will be creative and know how to collaborate and work as a team. They are being taught to be critical thinkers that make great decisions. Isn’t that what we want for our children, who will one day be leaders in their communities? Let's ensure that they have any tool necessary to help them succeed in life.”
"Hands down the best speaker I have ever heard in my 20 plus years teaching!!! “Always error on the side of positive!” Thank you @gcouros" Stephanie Bode