Unlocking Higher Levels of Learning [896]

<div class="text-lg pt-4 text-left prose-lg"> Recorded Live at ASTE 2023, Jim Cokonis kicks off the conversation with a mention of the late Anthony Williams and his innovative concept of "the Sage on the Stage" in training and education. This approach emphasizes the importance of learners discovering knowledge on their own, rather than being passive recipients of information. Jim also discusses his role as the Executive Director of the Auto Talent Co-Op led by John Gustafson in California, a non-profit organization aimed to solve the talent gap and technician shortage in the industry. Jim Cokonis, Executive Director, <a href="https://autotalentco-op.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Auto Talent Co-Op</a> </div> Show Notes <div class="px-10"> <div class="text-lg pt-4 text-left prose-lg"> <div class="text-lg pt-4 text-left prose-lg"> <ul> <li><strong><a href="https://youtu.be/rRXNiJddH14" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Watch Full Video</a></strong></li> <li>The stage on the stage (00:04:44) Discussion on the traditional teaching method of standing in front of a room and delivering content.</li> <li>Engaging learners at a deeper level (00:05:43) Exploration of different learning styles and the importance of engaging learners in activities for better understanding.</li> <li>Teach to learn (00:06:33) The concept of teaching as a way to deepen one's own understanding and become an expert in a specific area.</li> <li>Developing a learning environment in the shop (00:08:33) Discussion about tools and techniques to foster a learning environment in the shop.</li> <li>Constantly refining content in training (00:09:42) The commitment to continuously update and improve training content, including peer review and addressing technical accuracy.</li> <li>The importance of engaging learners (00:17:57) Discussion about the value of actively listening and taking notes while learning from a podcast.</li> <li>Anthony Williams' impact (00:18:28) Reflection on the influence of Anthony Williams and his passionate a