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Dr. Basil Marin is a leader in the educational sector, but first and foremost, he is a disruptor of the status quo. Basil joins me in this 2-part episode to talk about the importance of mentors and a supportive environment to the learning process of students. He will then break down the current educational system and offer his insights on how we can rethink how we teach our students to better set them up for success.Let’s all listen to Basil’s thoughts about doing education the right way! [00:01 – 12:48] Opening SegmentI welcome our guest, Dr. Basil Marin We take turns asking five GTKY questions[12:49 – 25:31] Disruptor of Status QuoLearn more GTKY questions!Link belowWhy Basil sees himself a “disruptor of the status quo”What’s lacking in education right now? The factors that shaped his behavior in his early yearsBasil talks about the positive influence of his mentor[25:32 – 35:33] A Mentor’s Impact on Students He recalls his path to special educationBasil tells us that we are enough Your impact mattersHe talks about the importance of professionalism [35:34 – 48:43] Education The Right Way Why education should not put in a boxListen to our exchangeShould we rethink how we see education? Listen to BasilThe single most important thing we need to do education the right way [48:44 – 49:04] Closing SegmentConnect with Basil. Links below Watch out for Part 2 of my conversation with Basil! Tweetable Quotes:“We have opportunities to rebuild...but you have to have the right tools to rebuild the curricula.” – Dr. Basil Marin“If education was being done right, I wouldn’t be a unicorn to education.” – Dr. Basil MarinResource mentioned:Book: Even on Your Worst Day, You Can Be a Student's Best HopePrevious episode: Solo | Testimony of Impact Email [email protected] to connect with Basil or check out his website. Follow him on Twitter.Visit www.Rclfirst.com to join the Educator Circle Calls that happen three times a week! Join our Facebook Group for more stories and communication about our work. Want a FREE download of 25 GTKY questions? Visit www.rclfirst.com and sign up for our newsletter!