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Apr 2024
17m 8s

Dr. Jordan Cox: Making Meaning & Finding...

GEORGE COUROS
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Dr. Jordan Cox, the superintendent of Commack Schools, joins this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast where he reflects on ways to help students develop their strengths. Dr. Jordan Cox and George Couros have a great discussion about helping students find what makes them want to learn. Couros will be visiting Dr. Cox’s school district where he will ha ... Show More
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