Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

In this episode, I share storyboard examples you can use in any subject area to help students organize their thinking and share their learning. You'll also hear how to access a free set of 15 templates you can use for storyboarding ideas and creating comic strips with students. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/08/09/storyboard-examples-175/ Sponsored by EdTech Essentials: https://classtechtips.com/books/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Get access to lots of free EdTech resources (including comic templates): https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/

In this episode, Saravana Pat Bhava, Founder & CEO of Pikmykid, joins to discuss this dynamic communication and school safety platform. You'll also hear how this powerful digital tool can make the school day smoother, safer and save precious instructional time. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/08/07/school-day-smoother-bonus/ Sponsored by Pikmykid: pikmykid.com Follow Pikmykid on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pikmykid Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this episode, Digital Curriculum Specialist and ISTE author, Nichole Carter, joins to discuss how to boost productivity with creative journaling. You'll also hear about Nichole's new book, Creative Journaling for Teachers, as well as some great tips to manage time, stay organized, and start a creative journaling practice. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/08/02/creative-journaling-174/ Sponsored by Pikmykid: https://www.pikmykid.com/ Follow Nichole on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mrscarterhla Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Get access to lots of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/

In this episode, educator and Co-Founder of AskClass, Damon Moon, joins to discuss the power of building a strong classroom community by facilitating discussion amongst students. You'll also hear Damon share a few stories and actionable ideas to help boost classroom conversations and increase social skills in your classroom this school year. Whether you're teaching first grade, middle school, biology, or social studies this episode is for you! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/07/31/classroom-conversations-askclass/ Sponsored by AskClass: https://askclass.com/ Follow AskClass on Twitter: https://twitter.com/askclass_com Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this episode, I share seven powerful time-saving tips to help any educator work smarter - not harder when it comes to using technology. You'll also hear how to incorporate these practices into your routine to save you precious time throughout your week! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/07/26/educators-save-time-173/ Sponsored by my Easy EdTech Club: https://classtechtips.com/easy-edtech-club/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Get access to lots of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/

In this episode, Ian Cohen, Founder & CEO of TARA, joins to discuss an EdTech solution for teacher burnout. You'll hear us unpack the term "teacher burnout," talk about the symptoms of teacher burnout, and share strategies on how to use EdTech to tackle these symptoms. If you're concerned about teacher burnout rates, this episode is for you! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/07/24/teacher-burnout-bonus/ Sponsored by TARA: https://www.tarateachers.com/monica Follow TARA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarateachers/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this episode, we'll dive into three creative and engaging reading activities that can transform your students' next reading response in any subject area. You'll also hear about some free, favorite tools to help elevate student learning and differentiate reading responses this school year. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/07/19/reading-activities-172/ Sponsored by my Easy EdTech Club: https://classtechtips.com/club/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Get access to lots of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/

In this episode, educational leaders and ISTE authors, Martha Ramirez and Carolina R. Buitrago, join to unpack flipped learning to differentiate instruction in any classroom setting. You'll also hear about their new book In-Class Flip, plus favorite digital tools and strategies for both experienced teachers and those new to flipped learning. If you're wondering, "What is flipped learning?" Then this episode is for you! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/07/12/what-is-flipped-learning-171/ Sponsored by my Easy EdTech Club: https://classtechtips.com/CLUB Follow Martha on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martha-ramirez/ Follow Carolina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolina-r-buitrago-5bb73478/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Get access to lots of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/

In this episode, ASCD author and educator, Christine Arnold, joins to discuss her book, The Minimalist Teacher. You'll hear about a special framework introduced in the book, some favorite strategies for kicking off the school year, and ways to keep things simple all year long. If you're curious about how to put minimalist classroom strategies into action, then this episode is for you! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/07/05/minimalist-classroom-170/ Sponsored by Hāpara: http://www.hapara.com/demo Follow Christine on Twitter: https://twitter.com/carnold005 Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Get access to lots of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/

In this episode, I share how educators can use comic strips to motivate reluctant readers and inspire students as creators. You'll also hear how to access my free and ready-to-use & customizable comic strips templates for your next lesson! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/06/28/comic-strip-lesson-169/ Sponsored by Hāpara: https://hapara.com/demo/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Get access to lots of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/