Posts by Andrew Stotz
Commit to Transformation: Deming in Schools Case Study (Part 20)
What does it mean to “commit” to transformation? What does “transformation” mean? In this episode, John Dues and host Andrew Stotz discuss Point 14 of Dr. Deming’s 14 Points for Management – with John’s interpretations for educators.
Read Full PostStart Where You Are: Awaken Your Inner Deming (Part 15)
In this episode, Bill Bellows and host Andrew Stotz talk about where and how to start using your new knowledge when you’re learning Deming.
Read Full PostGo Beyond Skills Training: Deming in Schools Case Study (Part 19)
What’s the difference between education and training? Why is the distinction important? How does the Deming lens offer a new perspective on teacher effectiveness? In this episode, John Dues and host Andrew Stotz talk about why it’s important to go beyond skills training and encourage education for personal growth.
Read Full PostRemove Barriers To Joy In Learning: Deming in Schools Case Study (Part 18)
How do grading systems, teacher ratings, school rankings, and other programs like those create barriers to learning? Should we eliminate them entirely, or do they have their place? John Dues and host Andrew Stotz talk about how to preserve joy in learning.
Read Full PostEliminate Management by Extremes: Awaken Your Inner Deming (Part 14)
Many businesses equate “manager” with “leader,” excluding potential leaders from across the organization. In this episode, Bill Bellows and host Andrew Stotz talk about leadership in Deming organizations – with a great story about senior “leaders” making a huge error in judgment at a conference of auditors.
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