Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

Lee Ann Yonker, an instructional coach and YouTube creator, shares her insights on effective EdTech coaching strategies. She emphasizes the importance of building trust with teachers and fostering collaboration. Listeners will learn practical tips for using Google Calendar to enhance time management. Lee Ann also discusses her journey of starting a YouTube channel to support educators during tough times, stressing the value of authenticity and leveraging technology in teaching. This conversation is packed with actionable advice for educators looking to innovate!

In this episode, I share strategies to help kids with keyword searches so they can confidently navigate online spaces. You'll also hear actionable tips from my book EdTech Essentials: 12 Strategies for Every Classroom in the Age of AI that you can try out tomorrow. If you're looking to equip students with essential research skills for success in the digital world, this episode has you covered! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/05/27/help-kids-with-keyword-searches-321/ Sponsored by my Amazon Storefront: https://ClassTechTips.com/amazon Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/

Discover how educators can effectively navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of AI in education. Learn about an innovative membership program that offers curated AI tools and ready-to-use resources. Explore strategies to stay current with AI trends while avoiding overwhelm. Plus, find out how you can earn professional learning certificates, all designed to fit seamlessly into a busy educator's schedule.

In this episode, I chat with Jessica Cabeen, speaker, author, and education leader, about digital communication best practices for educators. You'll also hear strategies for setting boundaries, ensuring clarity, and using technology effectively to communicate with colleagues and families. Tune in for actionable tips to improve digital communication and reduce overwhelm in your daily workflow! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/05/13/digital-communication-best-practices-319/ Sponsored by my Amazon Storefront: https://www.ClassTechTips.com/amazon Follow Jessica Cabeen on social: https://twitter.com/JessicaCabeen 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 oodles of creative and tech-infused summer reading activities to help kids stay engaged with reading over the summer. You'll also hear tips on using digital tools like audiobooks, book trailers, and virtual book clubs to make summer reading fun and interactive. If you want to inspire young readers and provide families with easy-to-implement strategies, this episode has you covered! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/05/06/summer-reading-activities-318/ Sponsored by my Amazon Storefront: http://classtechtips.com/amazon 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 shared tech-infused ideas for end-of-year celebrations! We explore virtual field trips, AI-powered field days, digital memory books, and more. If you want to make your year-end celebration exciting and memorable, this episode is for you! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/04/29/year-end-celebration-317/ Sponsored by my mini-course "Learn ChatGPT This Summer": https://classtechtips.com/ai 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, Dr. Ken Scheel, Founder and CEO of KEVA Planks, and Associate Principal Whitney Beck join for a conversation about blending hands-on learning with digital tools to cultivate essential future-ready skills in students. You'll also hear examples of how screen-free activities like building with KEVA Planks promote problem-solving and collaboration across subjects. Tune in to discover actionable strategies for incorporating tactile learning into your digital classroom to boost student engagement and skill development! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/04/25/hands-on-learning-bonus-2/ Sponsored by KEVA Planks: https://kevaplanks.com 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 chat with Instructional Technology Integration Specialist Michelle Manning about how educators can boost creativity in the classroom by fostering innovation and curiosity. You'll also hear practical strategies for integrating technology, encouraging student-led learning, and creating an environment where creativity thrives. If you want to inspire your students to think outside the box and bring more creativity into your teaching, this episode has you covered! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/04/22/boost-creativity-316/ Sponsored by my mini-course "Learn ChatGPT This Summer": https://classtechtips.com/ai Follow NAME on social: https://x.com/ManningTechTalk 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 creative and tech-friendly educational summer activities to keep kids learning and exploring all season long. You'll also hear about fun ways to spark curiosity, from making digital photo journals to taking virtual field trips. If you want to help students and families stay engaged and inspired during summer break, this episode is for you! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/04/15/educational-summer-activities-315/ Sponsored by ColorBliss: https://ColorBliss.com 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 an overview of NotebookLM, a powerful AI tool from Google that enables educators to transform documents into personalized AI-generated resources for students. You'll also hear about practical ways teachers can use NotebookLM, from creating audio versions of conference notes to generating unit study materials. Tune in to discover how you can leverage AI technology to enhance your educational workflow and create engaging content for students! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/04/08/overview-of-notebooklm-314/ Sponsored by my mini-course "Learn ChatGPT This Summer": https://classtechtips.com/ai Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/