EduRoadTrip

On this episode of the EduRoadTrip, we met with Sarah Thomas at the Match.com HQ to learn about EduMatch. EduMatch is a network of educators who connect and share via social media. After the interview, you will be connected with our Travel Agent and find out What’s in Our Suitcase. Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurinoMain SegmentWe met with Sarah Thomas at the Match.com HQ to learn about EduMatch. EduMatch is a network of educators who connect and share via social media. There have been multiple spin-off projects from EduMatch.Connect with Sarah: Twitter/Voxer/Periscope: @sarahdateechur Email: Sarah@edumatch.org EduMatch: @Edu_Match, #EduMatchwww.sarahdateechur.com www.edumatchforeducation.com   www.edumatch.org Travel AgentOur Travel Agent this week is Karen Richardson. She is the executive director of the Virginia Society for Technology in Education, and has lots of ideas for moving education ideas and Virginia forward. Find her on twitter at @ritchyrichy. What’s in Our Suitcase?Torch Router. The Torch Router allows you to control the internet in home, and customize what you want users to be able to access. www.mytorch.com

In this rest stop of the EduRoadTrip, we host the 36-member Google Certified Innovators Cohort from #COL16. This cohort met in Boulder, Colorado from June 29 - July 1, 2016. Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurino

In the first episode of EduRoadTrip Season 2, we met with LaVonna Roth in Tampa, FL to discuss Ignite Your SHINE. LaVonna shares her powerful message of SHINE. After the interview, you will be connected with our Travel Agent and find out What’s in our Suitcase. Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurinoMain SegmentSHINE stands for Self. Heart. Inspire. Navigate. Exceptional. LaVonna shares how teachers and students can Ignite their SHINE in their classrooms. Twitter: @LaVonnaRoth#IgniteYourShinewww.Igniteyourshine.com lavonna@igniteyourshine.com Facebook group: Ignite Your Shinefacebook.com/lavonna.roth.92 Travel AgentOur Travel Agent is Sylvia Duckworth. Sylvia is a French teacher in Toronto, Canada, and is the queen of sketchnoting. She is always willing to share her sketchnoting tips and tricks, and patiently helps beginners to pros refine their skills. Connect with Sylvia on Twitter, @sylviaduckworth. What’s in Our Suitcase?In our suitcase this week is the new Quiz feature in Google Forms, which allows teachers to create graded multiple choice assessments directly within quizzes. Teachers can also add in feedback for both correct and incorrect answer.

In this rest stop of the EduRoadTrip, we discuss our goals for the 2016-2017 school year. Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurino

On this Rest Stop of the EduRoadTrip, we share our successes and joys from season 1, and what we are looking forward to in season 2! Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurino

On this Rest Stop episode of the EduRoadTrip, we share the highlights of the 2015-2016 school year. We’ve all had busy and exciting years with the EduRoadTrip and great things happening in our classrooms and schools. Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurino

We met with Jon Harper at the New York Times offices to talk about blogging. Jon shared his wisdom and expertise for both beginning and experienced bloggers, along with his inspiration for his blog posts. After the interview, you’ll be connected with our Travel Agent, and find out What’s in our Suitcase. Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurinoMain SegmentWe met with Jon Harper at the New York Times offices to talk about blogging. Jon shared his wisdom and expertise for both beginning and experienced bloggers, along with his inspiration for his blog posts. www.unsplash.com - free photosTwitter: @jonharper70bdBlog: www.Jonharper70.com Email: jonharper70@gmail.comBAM! Radio Blog: http://www.bamradionetwork.com/edwords-blog/blogger/listings/jon-david-harper Voxer: Jharper3658  Phone: 410-829-7243 Travel AgentOur Travel Agent is Mary Avans, a 2nd grade teacher in Chattanooga, TN. She is a Southeast Innovation STEM Fellow and cutting-edge leader in STEM integration. She is a frequent presenter on 20% time, also called Genius Hour. Connect with Mary on Twitter @maryavans1.What’s in Our Suitcase?In our suitcase this week is Screencastify, a Chrome Extension for quickly screencasting. Screencastify makes it easy to record tutorials and videos for students, teachers, and parents. It will also upload your video to Google Drive and/or YouTube. Find Screencastify in the Chrome Web Store.

This extra special Rest Stop episode of the EduRoadTrip is dedicated to the one and only Greg Bagby! Happy birthday Greg! Listen in to hear the top 8 reasons why Greg is great! Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurino

On this episode of the EduRoadTrip we met with the TOSAchat moderators to discuss being a TOSA ninja. We interviewed the four creators of TOSAchat: Ben Cogswell, Kelly Martin, Karly Moura, and Joe Young. After the interview, we introduce you to our Travel Agent and find out What’s in our Suitcase this week. Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurinoMain SegmentOn this episode of the EduRoadTrip we met with the TOSAchat moderators to discuss being a TOSA ninja. We interviewed the four creators of TOSAchat: Ben Cogswell, Kelly Martin, Karly Moura, and Joe Young. They shared their visions for the creation of TOSAchat, and how it has evolved over the last year. Ben Cogswell: @cogswell_ben, coachben.org Joe Young: @jyoung1219, about.me/jyoung1219, jyoung1219.weebly.comKarly Moura: @karlymoura, karlymoura.blogspot.com Kelly Martin: @kmartintahoe, Elevatededtech.com #TOSAchat: Mondays @ 8pm PST #TOSAchat. Summer slow chat questions posted on Monday, #nwtosachat Wednesdays @ 8pm PSTTravel AgentThis week we feature Tom Mullaney, an edtech coach from North Carolina. He will be joining Mari at the #COL16 Google for Education Certified Innovator Academy in Denver in June 2016. He has presented at many tech conference, and is an active participant with Breakout EDU Digital. Twitter: @edtechtomBreakout EDU digital game: www.breakoutedu.com/digital What’s in Our Suitcase?We featured GoNoodle, an interactive brain break website that allows students to shake out their energy and refocus. Website: www.gonoodle.com

On this episode of the EduRoadTrip, we interview Dan Tricarico, an educator, author and speaker from San Diego, CA. He’s been teaching English at West Hills High School for the last twenty-three years. Dan is also the author of “The Zen Teacher: Creating Focus, Simplicity, and Tranquility in the Classroom.” Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurinoMain SegmentDan Tricarico is an educator, author, and speaker who has worked as an English teacher at West Hills High School in San Diego, California for twenty-three years. His new passion is helping teachers create peace in their classrooms through the techniques found in his book The Zen Teacher: Creating Focus, Simplicity, and Tranquility in the Classroom. Twitter: @thezenteacherFacebook: Closed Facebook group Website & Blog & Newsletter: www.thezenteacher.com Dan’s Book on Amazon: The Zen Teacher: Creating Focus, Simplicity, and Tranquility in the ClassroomTravel AgentThis week we featured James Sanders and Mark Hammons as our Travel Agents. They are the co-founders of Breakout EDU, an immersive and engaging platform for student inquiry based on the escape room concept. Find them online at www.breakoutedu.com, twitter @breakoutedu, James on Twitter @jamestsanders, Mark on Twitter @mhammons. What’s in Our Suitcase?This week we featured Breakout EDU Digital, the digital-based offshoot of Breakout EDU, created by Justin and Mari. It takes the components of Breakout EDU and hosts them within a Google Site, using a Google Form with data validation as the locked box. Find more at www.breakoutedu.com/digital.

In this episode of the EduRoadTrip, we met with Julie Smith at the CNN Headquarters. She shared with us her mission of spreading media literacy to all people. After the interview, you will be connected with our Travel Agent and find out What’s in our Suitcase. Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurinoMain SegmentWe interviewed Julie Smith, author of Master the Media: How Teaching Media Literacy Can Save our Plugged-In World, and learned a lot about media literacy and how it is essential to understand in our world. She shares experiences and lessons we can share with our students. Email: heyjuliesmith@gmail.comTwitter: @julnilsmithWebsite: www.heyjuliesmith.comAmazon: http://www.amazon.com/Master-Media-Teaching-Literacy-Plugged-/dp/0986155446/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1462840184&sr=8-1&keywords=master+the+media Travel AgentOur Travel Agent is Sharon Plante, a learning disabilities technologist for a small district in Connecticut. She is the author of Using Technology to Engage Students with Disabilities. She is also the co-founder of #edtechchat.What’s in Our Suitcase?This week we featured Google Draw, part of Google Apps. With Draw, you can create and collaborate on images and graphics. It is easy for kids and adults to use.

We met with Julie Davis at UCLA to discuss coaching teachers and students on technology. She is a tech coach and highly engaged participant in her school’s classrooms. Her goal is to further teachers’ instructional goals using technology. She greatly values collaboration between students and teachers, both within the building and beyond. After our interview, you will hear about our Travel Agent and find out about What’s In Our Suitcase this week. Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurinoMain SegmentWe met with Julie Davis at UCLA to discuss coaching teachers and students on technology. She is a tech coach and highly engaged participant in her school’s classrooms. Her goal is to further teachers’ instructional goals using technology. She greatly values collaboration between students and teachers, both within the building and beyond. Twitter: @chargerrific Email: ccstechcoach@gmail.com Blog: http://techhelpful.blogspot.com/ Travel AgentOur Travel Agent is Daniel Bauer, host of “Better Leaders, Better Schools” Podcast. His mission is to create better leaders to lead better schools. He’s innovative, and is intentional about getting to know his staff. Twitter: @alienearbudWebsite: www.betterleadersbetterschools.com What’s in Our Suitcase?In our suitcase is Padcaster, an app for creating professional quality videos. They also offer Verse, a tripod and stand for your device to facilitate better video recording. Twitter: @padcaster  

On this episode of the EduRoadTrip, we meet with Amy Fast at the CIA Headquarters to discuss the message in her book It’s the Mission, Not the Mandate. After the interview, you’ll be connected with our Travel Agent and find out What’s In Our Suitcase for the week. Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurinoMain SegmentOn this episode of the EduRoadTrip, we meet with Amy Fast at the CIA Headquarters to discuss the message in her book It’s the Mission, Not the Mandate. Amy is the Assistant Principal of Curriculum at McMinnville High School in McMinnville Oregon. She emphasizes that we need to focus on our mission of educating students, and allow the mandates in education to come second. Twitter: @fastcrannyEmail: fast.cranny@gmail.com Amy’s book It’s the Mission, not the Mandate on AmazonTravel AgentAri Flewelling is a tech coach in RIverside, CA. She is energetic and excited, and passionate about education and technology. She is a Google for Education Certified Innovator and Trainer. You can find her on Twitter: @edtechari What’s in Our Suitcase?This week we feature Hangouts on Air. Similar to Google Hangouts, Hangouts on Air is a live broadcast that automatically archives to YouTube. Use it for student presentations, parent nights, or flipped video recording. We use Hangouts on Air to record our EduRoadTrip episodes! Learn more here: Getting Started with Hangouts on Air.

On this episode of the EduRoadTrip, we met with Farrah Shipley at the Exploratorium in San Francisco to talk about Whole Brain Teaching. The techniques in Whole Brain Teaching are excellent resources for your teaching toolbox. It bring the “funtricity” back in the classroom, and makes our students want to learn! After the interview, you’ll be connected with our Travel Agent and find out “what’s in our suitcase” this week. Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurinoMain SegmentOn this episode of the EduRoadTrip, we met with Farrah Shipley at the Exploratorium in San Francisco to talk about Whole Brain Teaching. The techniques in Whole Brain Teaching are excellent resources for your teaching toolbox. It bring the “funtricity” back in the classroom, and makes our students want to learn! Website: www.mrsshipley.com Email: farrahshipley@mrsshipley.comTwitter: @farrahshipleyTravel AgentOur Travel Agent is Susan Bearden, Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne FL. She is also the creator the the TweachMe App, which helps teachers learn Twitter and build their PLN. She will soon be releasing her new book “Digital Citizenship: A Community Based Approach”Twitter: @s_beardenWhat’s in Our Suitcase?This week we feature BreakoutEDU in our suitcase. “A platform for immersive learning games” BreakoutEDU is modeled off of the escape room concept, and promotes motivation, critical thinking, and teamwork for students and adults alike. Website: www.breakoutedu.com Twitter: @breakouteduJames Sanders: @jamestsanders Mark Hammons: @mhammons

In this live episode of the EduRoadTrip, we met with Kayla Delzer at the original Starbucks to talk about creating flexible seating in classrooms. After the amazing interview, you'll be connected with our Travel Agent and find out what's in our suitcase this week. Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurinoMain SegmentIn this live episode of the EduRoadTrip, we met with Kayla Delzer at the original Starbucks to talk about creating flexible seating in classroomsTravel AgentMark Bartmas is a principal in Indiana who focuses strongly on growth mindset and is an excellent example and role model for his students. Twitter: @MrBartmasWhat’s in Our Suitcase?Viewmaster by Mattel is newly upgraded for virtual reality. Use it with the Google Cardboard app for added fun.

This episode of the EduRoadTrip connected us with Shauna Pollock at Walt Disney World to discuss class magic and how to engage students in “blue sky” thinking. Shauna is the author of Creating Class Magic. After our interview, you’ll be connected with our Travel Agent and find out “what’s in our suitcase” this week. Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurinoMain SegmentWe interviewed Shauna Pollock at Walt Disney World and found out all about class magic. She shared with us how to create an inviting classroom culture that engages all students. Shauna emphasizes building relationships with each and every student. We also learned many fun facts about Walt Disney’s life! Connect with Shauna:Twitter: @misspollockEmai: shauna.pollock@gmail.comWebsite: creatingclassroommagic.comBlog: teachercostume.blogspot.com Creating Class Magic on AmazonTravel AgentWe featured Diane Main, the Director of Learning Innovation and Design at the Harker School in San Jose, CA. She is very involved with CUE and CUE Rockstar, and an all-around amazing person! You can find her on Twitter at @dowbiggin.What’s in Our Suitcase?Self-correcting/Impossible to Fail Google Form - Using “Go to Page Based On Response,” you can create a powerful teaching and assessment tool.

In this extra special Rest Stop episode of the EduRoadTrip, the innovators SPEAK about the new #MTV16 cohort of Google for Education Innovators. Our episode OPENS with an intro from us and then we get UNDER way with their introductions. You will NEVER hear more innovative ideas than ours as we DELVE into the episode! Let’s meet the Innovators! Check out the blog post: http://persistentnewness.com/2016/02/18/introducing-the-mtv16-googleei-cohort/ Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurino

We met with Dean Shareski at Universal Studios Islands of Adventure in Florida. He’s a community manager at Discovery Education, and former classroom teacher and district technology specialist. His mission is to spread joy in education, in the classroom, and in our lives. He shares with us about how we can be intentional to identify joy already happening in our classrooms. After our main content, you’ll be connected with our Travel Agents and find out What’s in Our Suitcase. Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurinoMain SegmentWe met with Dean Shareski at Universal Studios Islands of Adventure in Florida. He’s a community manager at Discovery Education, and former classroom teacher and district technology specialist. His mission is to spread joy in education, in the classroom, and in our lives. He shares with us about how we can be intentional to identify joy already happening in our classrooms. Twitter: @shareski Website: www.shareski.ca    Travel AgentOur Travel Agent this week is Adam Bellow. Adam is the Presidential Innovation Fellow, and founder of EduClipper, a social media to help teachers curate and share their resources. Twitter: @adambellowWhat’s in Our Suitcase?This week we feature OverDrive, an app that links public libraries’ ebook and audiobook collections to your device so you can borrow ebooks and audiobooks for free from your local library! Download the app for free from the App Store or Google Play store. Twitter: @overdrivelibs

In this Rest Stop episode of the EduRoadTrip, we pause to reflect on what the love in our classrooms and schools. We also share a little glimpse into our own personal love lives! Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurino

This week we met with Chris Moore at the Apple Headquarters to discuss empowering students using technology. He is an engaging teacher who provides students with the skills they needs to be a positive member of the digital community. After the interview, you will be connected with our Travel Agents (yes, we have 2 this week!) and learn What’s in Our Suitcase. Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurinoMain SegmentWe met with Chris Moore at the Apple Headquarters to discuss empowering students using technology. He is a 3-5 grade technology teacher in Colorado. He engages his students in purposeful assignments using technology directed at a worldwide audience. He focuses on digital citizenship so they are prepared to handle the wide open internet on their own. Twitter: @CMoor4www.mcgloantech.blogspot.com Travel AgentThis week we featured Jeff Veal and Nathan Lang as our travel agents. They are administrators from Tennessee and Texas who lead #leadupchat on Saturdays at 9:30 am EST. Find them on Twitter: @nalang1 and @heffrey.What’s in Our Suitcase?We are featuring Instagram Layout this week. Remix your photos into cool layouts or collages and share them with your friends via Instagram or other social media. It’s an easy way to showcase great things happening in your school, classroom, or with your friends.

On this episode of the EduRoadTrip, we met with Dave and Shelley Burgess at the House of Burgesses to talk about teaching like a PIRATE. We explore the concept of what a PIRATE means, and how we can use these ideas to engage students in our classroom. After the interview, we feature our Travel Agent and pull out another tool in What’s In Our Suitcase. Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurinoMain SegmentOn this episode of the EduRoadTrip, we met with Dave and Shelley Burgess to talk about PIRATES in education. During our interview, we explore the concept and wisdom behind “Teach Like a Pirate” and how we can create engaging lessons in our classrooms. www.daveburgess.com www.daveburgessconsulting.com Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_16?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=dave+burgess+consulting+inc&sprefix=Dave+Burgess+Con%2Cstripbooks%2C201 10 Books in 8 minutes: http://www.daveburgess.com/new/10-books-in-8-minutes/ Join email list!Dave: @burgessdaveShelley: @burgess_shelleywww.shelleyburgess.comHashtags: #tlap, #leadlap, #learnlap Travel AgentThis week we feature Jo-Ann Fox, a San Diego County Teacher of Year, inspiring educator, co-founder of#CAedchat and #EdCampSD, and Google Certified Innovator. She created YourEdustory, weekly blogging prompts collaboratively created by anyone interested. If you are hesitant about blogging, this is a great way to get started. Twitter: @AppEducationFox Jo-Ann’s website: www.appeducation.com YourEdustory: https://sites.google.com/site/shareyouredustory/weekly-topics What’s in Our Suitcase?This week, we feature #teach20s, a new slowchat on Twitter started by Justin and Mari. The focus is on the struggles of being a teacher in the twentysomething years, simultaneously learning how to be an adult while learning to be a teacher. Questions are posted on Sunday afternoons and run through the following Saturday. Find #Teach20s on Twitter: #Teach20s

On this episode of the EduRoadTrip, we meet Brad Lands at the Super Flag in Long Beach, CA to discuss “Finding your FLAG.” FLAG (Focus on Learning for the Academically Gifted) is a pull-out program Brad Lands participated in 3rd-8th grade. He tries to replicate this with his students by giving them time for meaningful education opportunities and hands-on experiences. Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurinoMain SegmentOn this episode of the EduRoadTrip, we meet Brad Lands at the Super Flag in Long Beach, CA to discuss “Finding your FLAG.” FLAG (Focus on Learning for the Academically Gifted) is a pull-out program Brad Lands participated in 3rd-8th grade. He tries to replicate this with his students by giving them time for meaningful education opportunities and hands-on experiences. Travel AgentEric Sheninger is a Senior Fellow and Thought Leader on Digital Leadership with the International Center for Leadership in Education. He is also an award winning principal of the New Milford High School NASSP Digital Principal Winner Twitter: @e_sheningerWhat’s in Our Suitcase?This episode we are featuring #FlyHighFri, a Twitter hashtag movement for sharing the positives in your classroom and school on Fridays. FlyHighFri website and on Twitter

Happy New Year! On this Rest Stop of the EduRoadTrip we reflect on our past year as teachers/administrator and make resolutions for the year to come. We look forward to more exciting adventures with the EduRoadTrip in 2016. Cheers! Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurino

Merry Christmas! On this festive Rest Stop of the EduRoadTrip we share what brings us joy in our classrooms and schools. Additionally, we each share our favorite Christmas tradition. From the three of us at on the EduRoadTrip, we would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas! Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurino

In this episode of the EduRoadTrip, Matt Miller met us at the Wikipedia Headquarters, and shared with us his philosophy of ditching textbooks. He is the author of “Ditch That Textbook” and actively promotes a mindset of creating new and engaging lessons for all students. He explains how he uses technology to enhance his lessons. After the main content, you’ll hear about our Travel Agent, Karly Moura, and learn about Google Photos from our suitcase. Contact UsTwitter: @EduRoadTripEmail: EduRoadTrip@gmail.com Website: EduRoadTrip.blogspot.com Subscribe on iTunes and StitcherGreg Bagby: @gregbagbyJustin Birckbichler: @mr_b_teacherMari Venturino: @msventurinoMain SegmentIn this episode of the EduRoadTrip, Matt Miller met us at the Wikipedia Headquarters, and shared with us his philosophy of ditching textbooks. He is the author of “Ditch That Textbook” and actively promotes a mindset of creating new and engaging lessons for all students. He explains how he uses technology to enhance his lessons.Matt MillerBlog: www.ditchthattextbook.comTwitter: @jmattmillerHashtag: #ditchbook Email: matt@ditchthattextbook.comTravel AgentOur travel agent this week is Karly Moura. She is a teacher on special assignment at Sun Terrace School. She is a moderator at #ditchbook chat. She uses HyperDocs to innovate with the teachers in her district.  Twitter: @karlymoura What’s in Our Suitcase?This week we pulled Google Photos out of our suitcase. Google Photos is an easy way to back up your photos to the cloud. It connects with your Google Account, making photo sharing, viewing, and using simple.