In Their Own Words

Expert in education practices, David P. Langford, discusses the harmful effects of traditional recognition practices such as 'employee of the month' in education. He highlights the negative consequences of singling out individuals and promotes alternatives like sharing and teaching to foster a supportive learning environment. The podcast also explores flaws in the traditional 'Employee of the Month' system and advocates for a more inclusive approach to recognizing employee contributions.

Expert in Deming's teachings in education, David P. Langford, discusses common and special cause variation in educational systems. He highlights the importance of understanding the distinction between the two and expands on the challenges and traditional approaches taken in education. Langford emphasizes the significance of comprehending and managing variation in education, while avoiding tampering and allowing natural variation to exist.

Statistician David P. Langford discusses the Taguchi Loss Function and its application to education. They explore how moving away from the desired quality target leads to a loss in quality, even if it meets specifications. The speaker shares their experience implementing interactive learning and collaboration in a finance course, emphasizing the importance of movement and physical activity in learning. They also discuss the effectiveness of group work in education and the concept of constancy of purpose.

David P. Langford, expert in education and advocate against standardized tests, discusses their negative impact on the education system. The conversation includes exploring alternatives to college admissions tests and the drawbacks of standardized testing, as well as the importance of immediate feedback and the reliability of these tests.

David P. Langford, an expert in Deming in Education, discusses optimizing the education system and preventing problems. He emphasizes understanding the system deeply, rather than just working hard or copying blindly. They also explore the importance of different aims in system creation, intrinsic motivation, tackling hard tasks, and using interrelationship diagrams to identify impactful issues.

Explore the concept of quality education and the impact of the pandemic on the education system. Discuss the aim of public education, changes demanded by parents, and the importance of embracing Deming principles. Examine the broken feedback loop and the need for proactive engagement. Discover the effect of quality education on learning experiences and attract more students. Learn the significance of continually improving quality with a focus on customer satisfaction.

David P. Langford, an expert in applying Dr. Deming's philosophy to education, discusses the difference between continuous and continual improvement in classrooms. They explore issues with state systems in education and the flaws of rewards. Strategies for addressing tardiness and the importance of immediate engagement are also highlighted. The podcast concludes with an exploration of the differences between continuous and continual improvement in education and the importance of individual ownership in the learning process.

David P. Langford, an expert in applying Dr. Deming's teachings in education, discusses the method and transformation in education. They explore recognizing exceptional methods, ethical behavior, transforming competition, and inspiring excellence by moving away from punishment and grading systems.

David P. Langford, an expert in Deming thinking in education, discusses the thorny problem of grading and tracking student progress. They explore the negative effects of grading and the potential for improvement in the education system. The podcast covers optimizing learning, analyzing common cause variation, setting targets and timing, and tracking progress. The importance of personalized help, clear operational definitions, and involving students in setting deadlines is highlighted.

David P. Langford, who has devoted his life to applying Dr. Deming's philosophy to education, discusses tracking progress in learning without traditional grading. He emphasizes the benefits of eliminating grades and the potential for improvement in the education system. The podcast touches on achieving optimal classroom environments, the purpose of education, teaching the Battle of Shiloh, and the characteristics of quality in education.