Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

In this episode, I share a handful of quick YouTube tips to save you time on YouTube, including how to find, organize and share videos with students, colleagues and families. You'll also hear how to access my free download with a total of 13 YouTube tricks to explore that include screenshots for each tip. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/11/23/youtube-tips-139/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Grab the FREE guide with YouTube tips: http://classtechtips.com/youtube

In this EdTech Essentials Spotlight, I'll share tips on how to explore the world with virtual reality that come straight from my new book. You'll hear about how a virtual field trip can help students wonder, ask questions, and become curious about the world around them. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/11/16/virtual-field-trips-138/ Sponsored by Levered: https://www.levered.com/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Grab your copy of EdTech Essentials: https://classtechtips.com/bookbonus

In this episode, educator, author, blogger and creator, Lisa Johnson joins to discuss using EdTech for calm, coping and creativity. You'll hear some great strategies to consider around social emotional learning, executive functioning and life-long skill-building for students of all ages. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/11/09/calm-coping-creativity-137/ Sponsored by Levered: https://www.levered.com/ Follow Lisa on Twitter: https://twitter.com/techchef4u Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this episode, I'm joined by Fred Fransen, co-founder of Certell, to discuss the role of pop culture in online learning. You'll hear the what, why, and how of finding pop culture-friendly resources to share with students to make content relevant and authentic in your classroom. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/11/07/pop-culture-bonus/ Sponsored by Certell: https://certell.org Follow Certell on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CertellOrg Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this episode, I'm joined by educator and author Dr. Sarah Thomas, to discuss the role of a regional tech coordinator. You'll also hear tips on professional learning and leadership opportunities for educators beyond the classroom. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/11/02/tech-coordinator-135/ Sponsored by Levered: https://www.levered.com/ Follow Sarah on Twitter: https://twitter.com/sarahdateechur Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this episode, I'll take you through three ways teachers can make the most of Pinterest this school year. You'll also hear how this robust platform full of diverse resources for educators can totally transform your classroom. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/10/26/pinterest-135/ Sponsored by Levered: https://www.levered.com/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Grab the Book Bonus for EdTech Essentials: https://classtechtips.com/bookbonus

In this episode, Mitch Slater, Co-Founder and CEO of Levered, joins to discuss competency-based instruction and the impact this model can have in blended learning classrooms. We'll unpack the term competency-based instruction and you'll hear examples of what this looks like in action. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/10/24/competency-based-bonus/ Sponsored by Levered: https://www.levered.com/ Follow Levered on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LeveredLearning Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this episode, ISTE author James Fester joins to discuss his new book about incorporating project-based learning in environmental education to solve real-world problems. You'll hear actionable tips you can try out right away along with interdisciplinary connections to environmental education throughout the school year. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/10/19/environmental-education-134/ Sponsored by Teq: http://otispd.com/ Follow James on Twitter: https://twitter.com/saintfester Follow James' co-author Jorge on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JorgeDoesPBL Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Grab the Book Bonus for EdTech Essentials: https://classtechtips.com/bookbonus

In this episode, EdTech leader and ISTE author Dr. Ashley McBride joins to discuss strategies for supporting teachers in the role of an EdTech coach. You'll also hear about some of the resources you can find in her book The EdTech Coach Primer. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/10/12/edtech-coach-133/ Sponsored by Teq: http://otispd.com/ Follow Dr. Ashley McBride on Twitter: https://twitter.com/aplusEdTech Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Grab the Book Bonus for EdTech Essentials: https://classtechtips.com/bookbonus

In this episode, educators Kristin and Joe Merrill join to discuss their strategies for designing an interactive classroom for their students. You'll also hear how they incorporate their favorite Microsoft Education tools to create an interactive and supportive learning environment for all learners. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/10/10/interactive-classroom-bonus/ Sponsored by Microsoft Education: https://aka.ms/ReadingProgressPP Check out The Merrills webiste: https://www.themerrillsedu.com/ Follow The Merrills on Instagram: https://instagram.com/themerrillsedu Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/