EdTech Classroom

In today's solo show, I'm sharing three common challenges of project-based learning, and ideas on how to avoid them. Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2022/03/30/common-challenges-of-pbl-and-how-to-avoid-them/ All About Gold Standard PBL: https://edtech-class.com/2021/07/08/all-about-gold-standard-pbl-a-teachers-guide-to-the-pblworks-project-based-learning-framework/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass TikTok: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's episode, I'm sharing ideas for using Mote in the classroom. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2022/03/16/how-to-use-mote-in-the-classroom/ 60-Days of Mote Unlimited: https://www.mote.com/r/2etnpey EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's solo show, I'm making the case for kindergarten. More specifically, I'm sharing ways that we can incorporate some of the pillars of kindergarten – tinkering, exploration, and play – into every grade level. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2022/03/09/a-case-for-tinkering-exploration-and-play-for-every-grade-level/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

We are bringing blogging into the classroom with student blog projects. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2022/03/02/bringing-blogging-into-the-classroom-with-student-blog-projects/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's episode, we're talking about Design Thinking, and more specifically, prototyping and testing in the classroom. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2022/02/24/prototyping-and-testing-in-the-classroom/ Design Thinking Resources: Start Here: https://edtech-class.com/design-thinking/ Design Thinking in the Elementary Classroom: https://edtech-class.com/2021/06/16/design-thinking-in-the-elementary-school-classroom/ 4th Grade Podcast Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-68-design-thinking-in-the-4th-grade-classroom/id1516561465?i=1000543606200 Systems Thinking & Design Thinking Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-61-combining-systems-thinking-and-design/id1516561465?i=1000537092717 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

What does authentic learning *really* mean? Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2022/02/16/what-does-authentic-learning-really-mean/ Other Resources: https://www.edutopia.org/article/6-ways-guide-students-more-authentic-work-pbl https://www.pblworks.org/blog/what-does-it-take-project-be-authentic EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's solo show, I share ideas for using Google Keep as a teacher and for simple task management. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2022/02/09/google-keep-for-teachers-how-to-use-google-keep-for-simple-task-management/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's solo show, I'm sharing tips for incorporating technology into project-based learning. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2022/02/02/incorporating-technology-into-project-based-learning/ Blog Post about PBL: https://edtech-class.com/2021/07/08/all-about-gold-standard-pbl-a-teachers-guide-to-the-pblworks-project-based-learning-framework/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's episode, I share ideas for using Google Arts & Culture in the classroom. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2022/01/26/using-google-arts-culture-in-the-classroom/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's episode, I'm sharing my top coding books for elementary students. These computer science picture books help teach fundamental coding and programming concepts. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2022/01/19/top-coding-books-for-elementary-students-computer-science-picture-books/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

For our first episode of 2022, I'm sharing some fun STEM activities and challenges based on the Ada Twist, Scientist book series. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2022/01/05/ada-twist-scientist-stem-activities-the-questioneers-steam-challenges/ Ada Twist, Scientist: https://amzn.to/3FxzeHs Iggy Peck, Architect: https://amzn.to/3kWa3qe Rosie Revere, Engineer: https://amzn.to/3x7DhHk Sofia Valdez, Future Prez: https://amzn.to/3x9ct9C Aaron Slater, Illustrator: https://amzn.to/3nz5V15 (Aff links) EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

The time has come! We're wrapping up 2021 with my top 5 edtech tools of the year. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/12/29/edtech-classrooms-year-in-review-top-5-edtech-tools-of-2021/ Last year's episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-27-edtech-classrooms-year-in-review-top-5-edtech/id1516561465?i=1000503893420 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

Learn how to use Google Sheets as a teacher or educator. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/12/22/how-to-use-google-sheets-as-a-teacher-or-educator/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

Happy Holidays! Listen to today's episode for some new ideas for using Google Slides in your classroom. Check out my templates in the episode webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/12/15/winter-google-slides-templates-for-teachers/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

This is the last episode in our Design Thinking mini-series. Today's episode is all about Design Thinking in 5th grade. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/12/08/design-thinking-in-the-5th-grade-classroom/ Design Thinking in 4th Grade: https://edtech-class.com/2021/12/01/design-thinking-in-the-4th-grade-classroom/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In the fifth episode of our Design Thinking mini-series, I'm sharing ideas for implementing this approach in your 4th grade classroom. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/12/01/design-thinking-in-the-4th-grade-classroom/ Combining Systems Thinking and Design Thinking: https://edtech-class.com/2021/09/22/combining-systems-thinking-and-design-thinking-in-the-classroom/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In this week's solo show, we continue our Design Thinking mini-series by looking at strategies for implementing this approach in your Third Grade classroom. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/11/17/design-thinking-in-the-3rd-grade-classroom/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In this week's solo show, we continue our Design Thinking mini-series by looking at strategies for implementing this approach in your Second Grade classroom. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/11/10/design-thinking-in-the-2nd-grade-classroom/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

New mini-series on Design Thinking at different grade levels. This is #2! Learn how to implement Design Thinking in the 1st grade classroom. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/11/03/design-thinking-in-the-1st-grade-classroom/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

New mini-series! Design Thinking at different grade levels! Learn how to implement Design Thinking in the Kindergarten classroom. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/10/29/design-thinking-in-the-kindergarten-classroom/ Another Design Thinking Episode You Might Like: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-48-design-thinking-in-the-elementary-school/id1516561465?i=1000525717430 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month, so I am re-sharing Episode 29: If Technology is to be Revolutionary, We Need Everyone at the Table with Jeannette Washington, M.Ed. In this episode, I chat with Jeannette Washington, M.Ed., whose work focuses on the intersection of dyslexia advocacy, technology, and social justice. Jeannette has worked as a speech and language pathologist, a software engineer, and an educator. She has nearly a decade of experience working with students that exhibit special abilities. Our conversation specifically centers around digital accessibility and strategies for supporting all learners with technology. Press play. Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/10/13/digital-accessibility-and-dyslexia-advocacy-featuring-jeannette-washington-m-ed/ Episode Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/02/04/if-technology-is-to-be-revolutionary-we-need-everyone-at-the-table-with-jeannette-washington-m-ed/ Resources Mentioned: Accessibility Audit: https://ace.accessibe.com/ Outschool: https://outschool.com/ Jeannette Washington, M.Ed: Website: https://www.bearlyarticulating.com/ Instagram: @bearly_articulating Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bearlyarticulating/ Twitter: @bearlyartic Technical Difficulties Book: https://amzn.to/3aw2gtp EdTech Classroom: Website: https://www.edtech-class.com Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's solo show, I share ideas for how you can teach the Sustainable Development Goals through a Systems Thinking lens. Press play. Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/09/29/using-systems-thinking-to-tackle-the-sustainable-development-goals-sdgs/ Systems Thinking Episodes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-60-systems-thinking-in-the-classroom/id1516561465?i=1000536258475 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-61-combining-systems-thinking-and-design/id1516561465?i=1000537092717 Tumble Science Podcast Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voyage-of-the-ocean-trash-with-jenni-brandon/id984771479?i=1000371740123 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's solo show, I discuss strategies for combining the Systems Thinking and Design Thinking approaches to teaching and learning in the classroom. Systems Thinking helps students identify problems. Design Thinking helps students solve those problems. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/09/22/combining-systems-thinking-and-design-thinking-in-the-classroom/ Systems Thinking Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-60-systems-thinking-in-the-classroom/id1516561465?i=1000536258475 Design Thinking Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-48-design-thinking-in-the-elementary-school/id1516561465?i=1000525717430 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's solo show, I talk about Systems Thinking and how I implement this approach to teaching and learning in my elementary classroom. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/09/15/systems-thinking-in-the-elementary-classroom/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's solo show, I share my 5 favorite edtech tools for design thinking in the classroom. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/09/08/edtech-tools-for-design-thinking/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's solo show, I'm sharing ideas for teaching empathy through the design thinking process. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/09/01/teaching-empathy-through-design-thinking-in-the-elementary-classroom/ Design Thinking Blog Posts: Design Thinking in the Elementary Classroom: https://edtech-class.com/2021/06/16/design-thinking-in-the-elementary-school-classroom/ Design Thinking Projects for Elementary Classrooms and Back to School: https://edtech-class.com/2021/08/26/design-thinking-project-ideas-for-elementary-classrooms-and-back-to-school/ Design Thinking Podcast Episodes: Episode 48: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-48-design-thinking-in-the-elementary-school/id1516561465?i=1000525717430 Episode 57: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-57-design-thinking-project-ideas-for-back-to-school/id1516561465?i=1000533185507 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

So many of you seemed to love my podcast episode about Design Thinking, so I'm sharing another project idea in today's episode! In today's solo show, I share an in-depth project example for how to incorporate design thinking to build classroom community for back to school. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/08/26/design-thinking-project-ideas-for-elementary-classrooms-and-back-to-school/ Previous Design Thinking Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-48-design-thinking-in-the-elementary-school/id1516561465?i=1000525717430 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's episode, I interview Brittany Gaffney, an Instructional Technology Specialist in New York who works with and supports over 50 districts. Brittany shares ideas for incorporating edtech into your back-to-school plans, as well as her own experiences as both an edtech coach and former classroom teacher. Press play. Episode Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/08/18/episode-56-back-to-school-with-edtech-tips-and-tricks-from-brittany-gaffney-instructional-technology-specialist/ Brittany's Resources: Instagram: @cnyedtech_gaffney Nearpod: https://nearpod.com/ Screencastify: https://www.screencastify.com/ Cult of Pedagogy: https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/ Edutopia: https://www.edutopia.org/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's solo show, I share a Responsive Classroom Book List for teachers and educators. These books are my favorite back-to-school resources. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/08/08/starting-the-school-year-with-responsive-classroom-5-back-to-school-books-for-teachers-and-educators/ The First Six Weeks of School: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1892989816/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1892989816&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=b8f91223959daed01de68faa1c73cbdf The Joyful Classroom: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1892989832/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1892989832&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=4c8650ac58245e4c498c94c7de863bd1 Yardsticks: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1892989891/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1892989891&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=a1bce8eebde6132bbc21acb85a8e61d1 The Morning Meeting Book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1892989603/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1892989603&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=bdac8d11902cb4ca8db3957c8a73a909 Responsive Classroom for Music, Art, PE, and Other Special Areas: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1892989840/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1892989840&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=dad6de4a69135cb8af0f2b716cf778fe EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

A high schooler did WHAT?! As teachers, we know how incredible and talented our students are, and Ahmed Muhammad is exactly that: an incredible and talented recent high school grad who is already making a difference in the world. Chances are, you've already heard of Ahmed. He has gone viral online several times now for his accomplishments. Ahmed graduated from Oakland Technical High School, where he was the first African American male valedictorian in school history. He got accepted to every college he applied to, and he's also founder of Kits Cubed, a nonprofit organization that makes STEM and science learning accessible at home. By the way - he was a keynote speaker at this year's ISTE conference. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: Episode webpage will be up later today. Please come back in a few hours if you'd like to read the transcription. Thank you for your patience! Kits Cubed: Website: https://www.kitscubed.com/ Instagram: @kitscubed EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's solo show, I'm focusing on just one of the many classroom practices at the heart of the Responsive Classroom approach: Morning Meeting. During Morning Meeting, which occurs at the start of the school day, everyone in the classroom – teachers and students alike – gather in a circle for twenty to thirty minutes. The Responsive Classroom Morning Meeting approach consists of four sequential components: Greeting, Share, Activity, and Message. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/07/21/all-about-morning-meeting-a-teachers-guide-to-responsive-classroom/ Responsive Classroom: https://www.responsiveclassroom.org/ EdTech Classroom Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's episode, I interview Jordan Campbell and Ashlynn Schindler from CoderZ. We talk about all things CoderZ, including their products, resources, and offerings. We also chat about 21st century skills like problem-solving and computational thinking. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/07/14/computational-thinking-cyber-robotics-and-computer-science-education-with-coderz/ One by Wacom: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07S1RR3FR/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B07S1RR3FR&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=f039a4e5591b1865a750416d599281f8 One by Wacom YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I3vkuEhNzcg CoderZ: Website: https://gocoderz.com/ Instagram: @gocoderz Blog: https://gocoderz.com/blog/ Recent CoderZ Webinar: https://home.edweb.net/webinar/code20210628/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's episode, we discuss the Gold Standard PBL model, developed by PBLWorks. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/07/08/all-about-gold-standard-pbl-a-teachers-guide-to-the-pblworks-project-based-learning-framework/ PBLWorks: https://www.pblworks.org/ Other PBL Episodes: Episode 02: Strategies for Implementing PBL in Your Classroom Episode 19: Learning by Doing and Keeping it Simple with PBL Episode 22: PBL and Learning Management Systems with Shane Krukowski, Co-Founder of Headrush PBL Episode 23: The Special Sauce of PBL with Mike Kaechele, PBL & SEL Teacher, Coach, & PBLWorks National Faculty Episode 26: PBL in Early Childhood with Sara Lev, TK Teacher and PBLWorks National Faculty EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

TPACK, or Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge, is a framework for the integration of technology in the classroom. The TPACK framework is a helpful guide to providing students with a high-quality educational experience, when technology is incorporated in the classroom. Press play. Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/06/30/all-about-tpack-a-teachers-guide-to-the-tpack-tech-integration-model/ Flipgrid Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wy5xHwDqOsI EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's solo show, we discuss the SAMR tech integration model. We talk about different ways technology is used in the classroom: substitution, augmentation, modification, and redefinition. Press play. Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/06/23/all-about-samr-a-teachers-guide-to-the-samr-tech-integration-model/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's solo show, we explore the design thinking process and how design thinking projects can be used in elementary school classrooms. Even if you aren't an elementary school teacher, today's episode will still have applicable takeaways for ideas on how you can implement design thinking with your students, regardless of grade level or subject area. I discuss: (1) what design thinking is, (2) how design thinking is used in education, (3) an in-depth project example with 2nd graders. Press play. Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/06/16/design-thinking-in-the-elementary-school-classroom/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

Today we are celebrating the first birthday of the EdTech Classroom Podcast! Press play. Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/06/09/edtech-classroom-podcast-turns-one/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's episode, I'm sharing my Summer 2021 Book List for Teachers. Press play. Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/06/02/edtech-classroom-summer-2021-book-list-for-teachers/ Book Links: Tasks Before Apps: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/141662466X/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=141662466X&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=815fafdfb02b25fb473b7d3cc3a9c4fc Hacking Project-Based Learning: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0986104981/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0986104981&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=d586a191082790677b92d213df1c514c Empowering Global Citizens: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1533594546/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1533594546&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=1b9d09cc7229e5f2db33659d011ba628 Designing Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1101875321/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1101875321&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=a084e99b58e0e36e211cdad4e64561c1 Atomic Habits: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1847941834/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1847941834&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=bc666de2b284ad376563a92508ad8673 EdTech Classroom Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's episode, I'm sharing some tips and strategies for boosting student engagement using game-based learning and gamification. We'll be talking about the differences between gamification and game-based learning, the benefits of game-based learning, examples from K-12 classrooms, and recommendations on getting started. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/05/26/level-up-classroom-engagement-with-game-based-learning-and-gamification/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's solo show, I'm sharing strategies for how to use podcasts in your classroom. I share recommendations for whole class vs. independent listening models and, of course, so much more. Press play. Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/05/19/how-to-use-podcasts-in-your-classroom/ Interview with Sara Lev: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-26-pbl-in-early-childhood-sara-lev-tk-teacher/id1516561465?i=1000503314248 Rainbow Builders Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bonus-the-rainbow-builders-rocketship-podcast/id1516561465?i=1000505934317 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's episode, I chat with Spencer Sharp, elementary STEM teacher, host of the Innovative Teacher Podcast, and "Sharp the Builder." Spencer built the STEM program at his school from the ground up, and he is a current classroom teacher who also builds STEM curriculum for teachers all over. We chat about all things STEM and makerspace, but more specifically, we dive into some myths about makerspaces. Spencer shares his expertise, and I walked away from our conversation eager to find more ways to involve community members in my projects. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/05/12/episode-43-the-myths-about-makerspaces-with-spencer-sharp/ Spencer Sharp: Website: https://sharpthebuilder.com/ Instagram: @sharpthebuilder Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Sharp-The-Builder Innovative Teacher Podcast EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's solo show, we're getting organized! It's time to declutter and organize your Google Drive. Press play. Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/05/05/teacher-spring-cleaning-how-to-organize-your-google-drive/ EdTech Tool of the Week: code.org EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's episode, I chat with Nishat Firdous Jehan Ali, dedicated and experienced educator, about empowering students to become lifelong learners and global citizens. We discuss strategies to develop meaningful learning experiences, and Nishat shares impactful anecdotes from her own experience teaching 4th grade and enrichment. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/04/28/episode-41-empowered-learners-global-educators-and-meaningful-learning-with-nishat-firdous-jehan-ali/ EdTech Tool of the Week: Explain Everything Resources Mentioned: UN.org Lucy Calkins https://www.unitsofstudy.com/ Nishat Firdous Jehan Ali: Website: https://www.alienrichmentacademy.com/ Instagram: @learningwithmsali YouTube: Learning with Ms. Ali My Loving World: https://www.amazon.com/Loving-World-Nishat-Firdous-Jehan/dp/1718106483/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's solo show, I share step-by-step directions on how to implement Genius Hour in your elementary classroom - from start to finish. I covered this topic almost a year ago during Episode 03, but I've refined my thoughts and ideas in today's episode. Welcome to Round 2. I'm excited to share my learnings with you. Learn about Genius Hour, strategies for structuring the project, ideas for anchor charts, and so much more. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/04/08/how-to-implement-genius-hour-in-your-elementary-school-classroom/ EdTech Tool of the Week: Google Sites Other PBL Episodes You Might Enjoy: Episode 2: Strategies for Implementing PBL in Your Classroom Episode 19: Keeping it Simple with PBL Episode 22: PBL and Learning Management Systems with Shane Krukowski Episode 23: The Special Sauce of PBL with Mike Kaechele Episode 26: PBL in Early Childhood with Sara Lev Episode 30: PBL in the Math Classroom with Telannia Norfar EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's episode, I chat with Mike Rutherford, founder of gotLearning and creator of the first Collaborative Learning System. We talk about learning conversations, qualitative data, and the future of edtech. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/04/14/episode-39-collaborative-learning-systems-and-the-future-of-edtech-with-mike-rutherford-founder-of-gotlearning/ EdTech Tool of the Week: Stop Motion Studio gotLearning: Website: https://www.gotlearning.com/ Twitter: @GrowthOverTime Article List: https://www.gotlearning.com/2020/11/30/books-articles/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's solo show, I do a quick but deep-dive into a project I have done with students. This project incorporates 21st century skills, like collaboration, communication, and problem-solving. Press play. Episode Website and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/04/07/a-student-centered-project-using-the-sustainable-development-goals/ EdTech Tool of the Week: Wakelet EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's episode, I chat with Ivan Cestero, Head of Experience Design for MYX. MYX is a higher education company that combines online and experiential learning in residential campuses around the world. MYX helps students develop the skills and mindsets for life success, from self-discovery to moral leadership to social innovation. Students will leave as changemakers with a sense of purpose, professional project experience, and a global network. In our conversation, we talk about student-centered learning, project-based learning, place-based learning, experiential learning, and SO much more. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/04/01/experiential-and-place-based-learning-in-higher-education-with-ivan-cestero-from-myx/ Sleep No More: https://mckittrickhotel.com/sleep-no-more/ Lifelong Kindergarten by Mitchel Resnick: https://mitpress.mit.edu/books/lifelong-kindergarten Ivan and MYX: https://themyx.com/ Twitter: @zoltero EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

In today's episode, I'm sharing 9 ways you can use Google Forms with students. Be sure to check out the free templates on the episode webpage! Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/03/24/9-ways-to-use-google-forms-in-your-classroom EdTech Tool of the Week: https://bookcreator.com/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

On Friday March 13, 2020, students and teachers left the classroom for what many of us believed would be a short period of virtual learning. Now, just over a year later, the field of education has changed drastically. It's been a year. The reality is that this past year has shined light on a lot of problems in our education system. This past year has brought us new problems. This past year has exacerbated existing ones. And this past year has prompted people outside the profession to take interest in (arguably) more ways than ever before. In today's episode, I am sharing my top edtech lessons of distance learning. More specifically, I am sharing the tools and the edtech tips that I hope we will continue to utilize even when we are all back in the classroom, in-person and without social distancing measures in place. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/03/17/its-been-a-year-edtech-lessons-of-distance-learning/ EdTech Tool of the Week: https://edpuzzle.com/ Episode 13: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-13-best-advice-for-teaching-with-tech/id1516561465?i=1000488475711 Remote Learning in the 1930s: https://theconversation.com/remote-learning-isnt-new-radio-instruction-in-the-1937-polio-epidemic-143797 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

A couple of weeks ago, Google Workspace for Education shared a number of updates during their “Learning with Google Event” that are coming to educators in 2021, and in today's episode, I'm focusing on the updates to Google Classroom. Press play. Episode Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/03/10/google-classroom-updates-coming-soon-to-teachers-in-2021/ Google Classroom Updates: https://blog.google/outreach-initiatives/education/classroom-roadmap/ American University article: https://soeonline.american.edu/blog/virtual-classrooms EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

Top 5 Hybrid and Hyflex Tips for Teachers Lately I have gotten the same question from teachers over and over again, and now that I have been living this hybrid experience for a little while, I feel like I can appropriately answer the question and give some advice. The question I have been receiving is… “What strategies do you have for teaching in a hybrid model?” The reality is that hybrid teaching is really hard, but I do have some tips that can make the experience more manageable. I'm sharing some strategies that are tech-related, strategies that are classroom-management related, and even some tips to help support students with the transition from a social emotional perspective. Today I'm sharing my top 5 tips for hybrid and hyflex teaching. Press play. Episode Transcription and Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/03/03/5-hybrid-and-hyflex-tips-for-teachers/ EdTech Tool of the Week: https://www.kamiapp.com/ Episode 13: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-13-best-advice-for-teaching-with-tech/id1516561465?i=1000488475711 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com