Podcast appearances and mentions of John J Medina

In this episode of the Ideas on Stage podcast we spoke with Dr. John Medina. DR. JOHN J. MEDINA is a developmental molecular biologist focused on the genes involved in human brain development and the genetics of psychiatric disorders. He is an affiliate Professor of Bioengineering at the University of Washington School of Medicine. Medina has been named Outstanding Faculty of the Year at the College of Engineering at the University of Washington; the Merrill Dow/Continuing Medical Education National Teacher of the Year; and, twice, the Bioengineering Student Association Teacher of the Year. Medina has been a consultant to the Education Commission of the States and a regular speaker on the relationship between neurology and education. He also writes the "Molecules of the Mind" column for the Psychiatric Times. He is the author of the New York Times Bestseller ‘Brain Rules'. Medina has a lifelong fascination with how the mind reacts to and organizes information. In this episode we talked about what science tells us about what works and what doesn't work when we communicate our ideas. We hope you enjoy it! +++ Take the Confident Presenter Scorecard to benchmark your ability to deliver powerful presentations and identify opportunities for improvement: https://ideasonstage.com/score Want to learn more about how you can grow your business and increase your influence through great presenting? Register today for our free, live web class on all things presentation skills: https://www.ideasonstage.com/uk/masterclass

3:00     Introduction and background of Train Ugly 8:30     Concept of the Jungle and Zoo tiger and how he uses this concept with schools and Fortune 500 companies 15:45   It started with a dream 19:30   Times has changed but the brain have not, is the start of discussions about Train Ugly videos. Development is rapid all around us but is the way we are using the brain when learning and teaching keeping up? 24:00   FEAR 29:00   Growth Mindset 47:37   Our mind may feel that our child’s performance is a reflection of us parents so we try to help them avoid mistakes. 53:17   Creating a safe learning environment My next guest, Trevor Ragan, Founder of Train Ugly has a BA in Sociology. He is on an adventure to discover and share the science of growth and development. He has done workshops with groups from all over the world. He has worked with Fortune 500 companies, Major league Baseball Teams, Olympic teams, 100's of schools and even a few prisons. Like he describes it “He seeks out the scientists and thought leaders in the world of development, consume their research and discoveries. He connects the dots and shares with anyone who will listen. I was one of those who wanted to learn.” I discovered Train Ugly through his excellent descriptive videos in my own research. He displays powerful diagrams and animations about the mind and learning. Trevor's videos have over 500,000 downloads Here are some comments from a couple of people Thanks Trevor, One of the best emails I've received in 2015 and undoubtedly the best article I've read. I've just shared it with all the coaching staff at West Bromwich Albion. Thanks! and keep up all the work. Aaron Danks, UEFA A Licensed coach West Bromwich Albion 2015 Here is another one Firstly can I say..WOW! What a fantastic site! I absolutely love what you have done here. I just wanted to reach out and commend you on this. I think it is fantastic and I will be linking and tweeting about this to everybody I know. Stewart Armstrong, England Rugby Recommended books by Trevor Ragan Culture Code by Daniel Coyle Growth Mindset by Carol Dweck Love Warrior by Glennon Doyle Melton Rising strong by Bren Brown War of art by Steven Pressfield Brain Rules by John J. Medina Obstacles in the way by Ryan Holiday   Web:                www.trainugly.com Instagram:       @trainugly Facebook:        @Train Ugly Twitter:           @train_ugly Two of Train Ugly’s top videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Nymq7IVFSE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qKCJbDOmuTI

Our guest says that there are as many learning styles as there are individuals. So what are the basics we need to know to teach the way each student's brain wants to learn? Follow: @coolcatteacher @brainrulesbooks @rusticpathways @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Dr. John J. Medina, a developmental molecular biologist, has a lifelong fascination with how the mind reacts to and organizes information. He is the author of the New York Times bestseller Brain Rules: 12 Principles for Surviving and Thriving at Work, Home, and School -- a provocative book that takes on the way our schools and work environments are designed. His latest book is Brain Rules for Baby: How to Raise a Smart and Happy Child from Zero to Five.

Our guest says that there are as many learning styles as there are individuals. What are the basics we need to know to teach the way each student's brain wants to learn? Follow: @coolcatteacher @brainrulesbooks @rusticpathways @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Dr. John J. Medina, a developmental molecular biologist, has a lifelong fascination with how the mind reacts to and organizes information. He is the author of the New York Times bestseller Brain Rules: 12 Principles for Surviving and Thriving at Work, Home, and School -- a provocative book that takes on the way our schools and work environments are designed. His latest book is Brain Rules for Baby: How to Raise a Smart and Happy Child from Zero to Five.

A sizeable segment of school-aged children have been traumatized by sexual abuse, physical abuse or verbal abuse. How can we create schools where wounded children learn? Follow:@PeterMDeWitt @Teach_Preschool @bamradionetwork Dr. John J. Medina is a developmental molecular biologist, and author of the of Brain Rules: 12 Principles for Surviving and Thriving at Work, Home, and School." Jim Sporleder is principal of Lincoln High School, Walla Walla, Washington, one of a few high schools in the nation that use a Trauma Informed model. Peter DeWitt Ed.D has been a principal in Upstate, NY. He blogs at Finding Common Ground for Education Week. Deborah J. Stewart, M.Ed. is the Executive Educational Director over three childcare campuses.

A sizeable segment of school-aged children have been traumatized by sexual abuse, physical abuse or verbal abuse. How can we create schools where wounded children learn? Follow:@PeterMDeWitt @Teach_Preschool @bamradionetwork Dr. John J. Medina is a developmental molecular biologist, and author of the of Brain Rules: 12 Principles for Surviving and Thriving at Work, Home, and School." Jim Sporleder is principal of Lincoln High School, Walla Walla, Washington, one of a few high schools in the nation that use a Trauma Informed model. Peter DeWitt Ed.D has been a principal in Upstate, NY. He blogs at Finding Common Ground for Education Week. Deborah J. Stewart, M.Ed. is the Executive Educational Director over three childcare campuses.