Episode 084: Trust Builds Better Teaching With Craig Randall The Minimalist Educator podcast

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Episode 084: Trust Builds Better Teaching with Craig Randall

3d ago 25:42

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In this episode, we explore how trust-based observations replace ratings with strength-focused coaching that actually improves teaching. Craig Randall shares practical steps leaders can use to build trust, save time, and spark real growth in classrooms.
• origin of trust-based observations and mentor influence
• why rating pedagogy harms culture and lowers efficacy
• minimalist nine-element form for precise, strengths-based feedback
• micro-actions that lower threat and build trust
• time math: 20+20 model versus six-hour cycles
• navigating policy while shifting culture and practice
• tipping point adoption, results, and union interest
• future directions: trust-based leadership and coaching
• pared down pointer: stop write-ups, prioritize brief cycles
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Chapters

1. Welcome & Minimalist Lens (00:00:00)

2. Meet Craig Randall and TBO (00:00:46)

3. Origin Story: A Mentor’s Playbook (00:02:15)

4. From Ratings to Strengths (00:04:34)

5. Culture Shift and Compliance Hurdles (00:05:49)

6. Evidence: Harm of Traditional Models (00:06:58)

7. Breaking the Deficit Cycle (00:09:03)

8. Micro‑Actions That Build Trust (00:11:05)

9. Time Math: 6 Hours vs 40 Minutes (00:13:10)

10. Changing Leader Mindsets (00:15:29)

11. Tipping Point for Adoption (00:17:09)

12. What’s Next: Trust‑Based Leadership (00:19:20)

13. Pared‑Down Pointer on Time (00:21:10)

14. Sponsor, Thanks, and Closing (00:23:10)

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