
Theory Into Action
Brandon Stover | Plato University
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How to Create Course Outlines for Online Courses
Theory Into Action
08/14/23 • 13 min
In this episode, I share how to create outline for your online courses so that your students are able to achieve their learning outcomes and apply the information.
Timestamps:
- (00:00) - Course Outline
- (03:39) - Step 2
- (06:03) - Step 3
- (08:40) - Step 4
- (11:28) - Step 5
Related videos:
How to Create a Course in 5 Easy Steps: https://youtu.be/PUZAxE_ENsM
Want help building your course or learning program? Schedule a call: https://www.plato.university/consulting
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Newsletter: https://theoryintoaction.substack.com/

Purpose is Missing From Your Courses
Theory Into Action
09/25/23 • 14 min
In this episode, I share what the role of purpose is in education, why it should be included, and how to build purpose into your courses.
Timestamps:
- (00:00) - What is Purpose
- (00:52) - Why include Purpose in your courses
- (03:38) - 3 Key Parts of Purpose through Exploration
- (05:40) - How to Foster Exploration
Related videos:
Want help building your course or learning program? Schedule a call: https://www.plato.university/consulting
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What is Mastery Based Learning?
Theory Into Action
09/18/23 • 16 min
In this episode, I share what Mastery Based Learning is, why it's more effective than traditional learning, and how you can implement it into an online course.
Timestamps:
- (00:00) - What is Mastery Based Learning
- (03:31) - Core Principles of MBL
- (05:12) - Why Use MBL
- (08:00) - How to Use MBL in Online Courses
Want help building your course or learning program? Schedule a call: https://www.plato.university/consulting
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5 Expert Tips to Create Audio Lessons for Online Courses
Theory Into Action
09/11/23 • 14 min
In this episode, I share the What, Why, How framework, which we use to teach everything from a 5 minute lesson to hour long workshops.
Timestamps:
- (00:00) - Tip 1: Start Simple With Your Equipment
- (03:04) - Tip 2: Create a Script
- (04:17) - Tip 3: Choose the Right Length
- (07:57) - Tip 4: Remember the Medium
- (10:47) - Tip 5: Consider Publishing as a Podcast
Want help building your course or learning program? Schedule a call: https://www.plato.university/consulting
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A Framework to Teach Anything: What, Why, How
Theory Into Action
09/04/23 • 10 min
In this episode, I share the What, Why, How framework, which we use to teach everything from a 5 minute lesson to hour long workshops.
Timestamps:
- (00:00) - Overview of Framework
- (01:58) - Part 1: What
- (03:39) - Part 2: Why
- (05:59) - Part 3: How
- (08:43) - Applying the Framework
Related videos:
3 Phases of Learning
Want help building your course or learning program? Schedule a call: https://www.plato.university/consulting
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Welcome to Theory into Action
Theory Into Action
06/20/23 • 1 min
Theory into Action is podcast designed to help you turn your wisdom into actionable education. Brandon Stover, founder of Plato University, will teach you how to create online courses, design learning experiences, and build educational programs so your knowledge can impact thousands of people. Let's build something great together.
Visit Plato University for more.

5 Fears About Teaching (and How to Overcome Them)
Theory Into Action
08/28/23 • 25 min
In this episode, I share how fears I have had about teaching or creating online course and tips for overcoming them.
Timestamps:
- (00:00) - Fear 1: I'm not an expert
- (05:10) - Fear 2: My course will be boring
- (10:14) - Fear 3: I'm not good at speaking
- (16:55) - Fear 4: I won't be able to help my students
- (21:25) - Fear 5: No one will find and take my course
Related videos:
How to Create a Course Outline
How to Ask Students What They Want to Learn
5 Active Learning Techniques to be Smarter
5 Active Learning Techniques to Remember More
5 Active Learning Techniques to Master Anything
Want help building your course or learning program? Schedule a call: https://www.plato.university/consulting
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Newsletter: https://theoryintoaction.substack.com/

Fixed General Intelligence vs Growth Mindset: Does School Actually Make You More Intelligent?
Theory Into Action
08/21/23 • 25 min
In this episode, I break down the difference between intelligence, knowledge, wisdom, and a growth mindset. I discuss the differences between general intelligence presented by Charles A. Murray and Richard Herrnstein against a growth mindset presented by Carol Dweck and implication it has for education.
Timestamps:
- (00:00) - Fixed General Intelligence vs Growth Mindset
- (03:46) - Defining Intelligence
- (07:48) - Why this Matters
- (10:31) - Recommendations for Individuals
- (18:20) - Recommendations for Education System
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How to Discover What Your Students Want to Learn (NOT What You Want to Teach Them)
Theory Into Action
08/07/23 • 20 min
In this episode, I share how you find your students, sort their questions, and discover their learning needs and desires to spark their passion for learning.
Timestamps:
Related videos:
How to Create a Course in 5 Easy Steps: https://youtu.be/PUZAxE_ENsM
Want help building your course or learning program? Schedule a call: https://www.plato.university/consulting
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonstover/
Newsletter: https://theoryintoaction.substack.com/

5 Science-Based Techniques to Help Your Students Master Any Hard Skills
Theory Into Action
07/31/23 • 19 min
In this post, I share 5 more active learning techniques to help your students become smarter, remember more, and master skills.
Timestamps:
Related videos:
3 Phases of Learning: https://youtu.be/me1KcdgEa5I
5 Active Learning Techniques to be Smarter: https://youtu.be/huG-_w84Obg
5 Active Learning Techniques to Remember More: https://youtu.be/XmxPChyRd54
Want help building your course or learning program? Schedule a call: https://www.plato.university/consulting
Want to learn more secret techniques? Check out our learning course: https://www.plato.university/courses/learning
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How many episodes does Theory Into Action have?
Theory Into Action currently has 16 episodes available.
What topics does Theory Into Action cover?
The podcast is about Instructional Design, Non-Profit, Higher Education, Learning, Pedagogy, How To, Courses, Podcasts, Edtech, Education and Business.
What is the most popular episode on Theory Into Action?
The episode title 'Purpose is Missing From Your Courses' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Theory Into Action?
The average episode length on Theory Into Action is 18 minutes.
How often are episodes of Theory Into Action released?
Episodes of Theory Into Action are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Theory Into Action?
The first episode of Theory Into Action was released on Jun 20, 2023.
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