Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

In this episode, we welcome back to the podcast educator and ISTE Author, Dr. Michele Haiken, to chat about her favorite creative classroom projects and EdTech tools to showcase student learning and help kids strengthen SEL skills. You'll hear about her new book Creative SEL: Using Hands-On Projects to Boost Social-Emotional Learning. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/06/27/sel-skills-221/ Sponsored by my weekly planner pages: https://classtechtips.com/planner/ Follow Michele on Twitter: https://twitter.com/teachingfactor Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/

In this ISTE Spotlight episode, Dr. Julie Evans, CEO and Lead Researcher of Project Tomorrow, spotlights how the Speak Up Research Initiative has influenced the world of education. You'll hear how the initiative amplifies authentic stakeholder voices in education, impacting policies and practices with invaluable data and insights on how this all connects to EdTech. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/06/25/project-tomorrow-bonus/ Sponsored by Project Tomorrow: https://www.tomorrow.org/speakup/ Follow Project Tomorrow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProjectTomorrow Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/

In this episode, gain insights from my experience running two successful memberships for educators: the Easy EdTech Club and the AI in Education Membership. You'll also hear valuable tips on utilizing time-saving digital tools, accommodating different ways educators learn, keeping things exciting, and lots more! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/06/20/memberships-for-educators-220/ Sponsored by my FREE weekly planner pages: https://classtechtips.com/planner/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/

In this ISTE Spotlight episode, I chat with Brook Bock, Chief Product and Marketing Officer at Lightspeed Systems, all about how to ensure equitable internet connectivity for every student. You'll also hear practical methods to gather information on connectivity challenges faced by students at home and how to take action to address digital equity issues in your school or district. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/06/18/digital-equity-bonus-episode/ Sponsored by Lightspeed Systems: https://www.lightspeedsystems.com/ Follow Lightspeed Systems on Twitter: https://twitter.com/lightspeedsys Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this episode, educator, consultant, and author, Rachelle Dene Poth, joins for a conversation about the transformative impact of reflection in the classroom. Rachelle shares favorite tips for practical activities and digital platforms that empower students in their learning journeys. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/06/13/reflection-activities-219/ Sponsored by Britannica Professional Learning: https://britannicaeducation.com/ Follow Rachelle Dene Poth on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Rdene915 Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this ISTE Spotlight episode, Dr. Gene Kerns, Vice President and Chief Academic Officer of Renaissance, joins for an eye-opening conversation about how to use EdTech in formative assessment to take meaningful action with the data. Tune in to hear about Renaissance's "See Every Student" brand transformation and how they combine assessment, instruction and insights — all while keeping teachers at the heart of classroom decisions. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/06/11/classroom-decisions-bonus/ Sponsored by Renaissance: https://www.renaissance.com/ Follow Renaissance on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RenLearnUS Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this episode, I'm joined by Kristen Brooks, Educational Technology Specialist, to discuss peer learning and how EdTech can play a crucial role in making it possible. You'll hear her favorite strategies and digital tools for student video creation plus how to incorporate peer feedback into the learning process effectively. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/06/06/peer-learning-218/ Sponsored by Britannica Professional Learning: https://britannicaeducation.com/ Follow Kristen Brooks on Twitter: https://twitter.com/KristenBrooks77/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this episode, Lori K. Lynch, Vice President of Professional Learning at Britannica Education joins to talk about the transformative concept of microlearning and its influence on education. Tune in to discover how schools and districts are successfully reshaping professional development through microlearning. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/06/04/reshaping-professional-development-bonus/ Sponsored by Britannica Professional Learning: https://britannicaeducation.com/ Follow Britannica Education on Twitter: https://twitter.com/britannica_edu Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this episode, we look at how to check for understanding when sharing videos with students. You'll hear practical tips and strategies for keeping your students engaged and ensuring they grasp the information presented in this dynamic and interactive format. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/05/30/sharing-videos-with-students-217/ Sponsored by free ebook with ChatGPT prompts: http://classtechtips.com/chatgptbook/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/

In this episode, I share my curated list of websites for virtual field trips for summer that will transport students to various locations around the world. From exploring national parks to discovering animal habitats, these engaging and educational experiences will help students build background knowledge and vocabulary while inspiring them to explore new worlds beyond the classroom. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/05/23/virtual-field-trips-for-summer-216/ Sponsored by my new free ebook on ChatGPT: http://classtechtips.com/chatgptbook/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/