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Tune in today as we embark on a fascinating journey with two remarkable women who've transitioned from being classroom teachers to thriving as Instructional Technology Coaches, all while navigating the exciting terrain in between. Don't miss out on the insightful stories and wisdom these ladies are about to share.
The best Instructional Technology Coaches are partners, culture leaders, encouragers, and easy to work with, says Dr. Katie Ritter. She covers ten essential points for being a successful education technology coach based on her research and her personal coaching of instructional technology coaches and teachers. This blog post includes a full transcript, a pinnable (or printable) graphic, and the podcast episode. Show Notes, Resources and Transcript: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e775 Today's sponsor is Lum.io, an award-winning digital learning tool that will transform your lessons into active, collaborative learning experiences If you're looking for a collaborative learning tool to make it easy to level up your lesson materials you already have with assessments, game-based activities, collaborative spaces and lots more all in one place, Lumio is the perfect choice for you. Head to Lum.io for more information and to sign up for FREE. Dr. Katie Ritter - Bio As Submitted Katie serves as the Director for Curriculum & Technology Integration at Forward Edge in Cincinnati, Ohio, working closely with district leaders to help them identify needs of their staff, develop and implement plans for improvement, and oversees the Curriculum & Integration Department. In the C&I department, Katie supervises a team of 15+ instructional design coaches that serve about 20 school districts, oversees a national coach mentorship program, and also created and oversees Edge•U Badges, an anytime anywhere professional learning program for educators. Before joining Forward Edge in 2015, she worked in adult education, supervised students in an alternative school, taught computer science, and was an instructional technology coach at both the building and K-12 district levels. Katie finished her Ed.D. from Vanderbilt University in December 2021, where her research focused on instructional coaching in K-12 schools. She served on the leadership team for the EdTech Coaches Network of ISTE from 2015-2020, was a Future Ready Schools Instructional Coaches Thought Leader from 2017-2020, is a cohost of the Restart Recharge Podcast for coaches, and is a Google Certified Innovator, Coach, and Trainer. Through her Innovator project, she developed Classroom Bridges, a site to connect educators to other educators around the world to develop global collaboration experiences for students. Katie is driven to empower others to realize their full potential so that they can make a positive difference on those around them! For contact information, please see visit http://linktr.ee/katiemritter. Blog: http://talktechwithme.com Twitter: @Katie_M_Ritter Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a “sponsored podcast episode.” The company who sponsored it compensated me via a cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I believe will be good for my readers and are from companies I can recommend. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
How can an instructional technology coach be utilized on a campus to enhance student achievement and staff development? This week's guest, Jeff Bradbury, shares his instructional technology instructional roadmap to determine the effectiveness of an instructional coach department and to help with instructional practices. In this episode, we also discuss: Lessons Learned as an Instructional Coach How to Build a Department of Coaches And Ask the Tech Coach Podcast Jeff Bradbury: Jeff Bradbury is an ISTE Award Winning and globally-recognized educator, educational broadcaster, public speaker, and entrepreneur whose powerful message has inspired thousands of educators through the TeacherCast Educational Network. Follow Jeff Bradbury: Website: https://www.teachercast.net (https://www.teachercast.net) Twitter: https://www.teachercast.net/twitter (https://www.teachercast.net/twitter) Linkedin: https://www.teachercast.net/linkedin (https://www.teachercast.net/linkedin) Facebook: https://www.teachercast.net/facebook (https://www.teachercast.net/facebook) YouTube: https://www.teachercast.net/youtube (https://www.teachercast.net/youtube) Are you a superfan of the Aspire podcast? Well, now you can show off your support with the new Aspire swag, featuring tee shirts, hoodies and a variety of drinkware. You can find all your Aspire Swag athttp://www.teachbetter.com/swag ( www.teachbetter.com/swag) [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Aspire-Swag-Website-Image-update-6.18.21.png () Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Use Discount Code: ASPIRE for 25% OFF Tee-Shirts, Hoodies, and Drinkware:https://teachbetterswag.com/collections/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast ( ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast) This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you. Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD? https://joshstamper.com/contact/ (Contact Joshua Stamper ) for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices athttp://www.teachsummit.com/stamper ( www.teachsummit.com/stamper) Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact:https://joshstamper.com/contact/ ( https://joshstamper.com/contact/) Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper ( www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper) Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper ( www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper) Linkedin:http://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper/ ( www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper) Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast ( https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast) Subscribe:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2) Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to https://bookauthority.org/books/new-education-books?t=1424ls&s=award&book=1953852386 (BookAuthority's Best New Education Books): BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase https://www.amazon.com/dp/1953852386?tag=uuid10-20 (on Amazon) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1953852386&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a
In this episode show host, James Wilson, sits down with two of Pinellas County Schools' Instructional Technology Coaches, Laura Clark and Stacey Pellerin-Vanderloop. The trio discuss some of the resources and methods available to help educators improve in their utilization of technology to foster student learning.
Ask The Tech Coach: A Podcast For Instructional Technology Coaches and EdTech Specialists
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff and Nick launch a brand new season of the podcast and share 4 things that Tech Coaches can look forward to this school year. If you are a Tech Coach and interested in supporting yourself through personalized professional learning, please check out The Tech Coach Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/mastermind) . This professional group has been created to support Instructional Technology Coaches and provide them with the best tools for supporting students in their school districts. In this episode, we discuss: New Adventures For A New School Year Jeff: New School District New Tech Coach Position Nick: New approaches to professional developmentTeacher Genius Hour Choose Your Own Adventure Style Guiding teachers during the planning and design phase“The Lesson Remix” Tech Coach Mastermind Join the Tech Coach Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Website www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) Do You Have a Question For Us? www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail (http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach (http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach) Email: feedback@teachercast.net (mailto:feedback@teachercast.net) 4 Things To Look Forward To This Year As Tech Coaches Guiding Your School District Through Technology TransformationsWorking with Principals and Building Leaders to help them achieve their goals Creating Data Dashboards to help keep track of Digital Literacy for Buildings, Teachers, and Students Meeting district goals (i.e. Living in a Connected World) Mentoring Teacher and Staff Member Digital TransformationsFormulating a solid plan to transition from Professional Development Days to Small Group sessions to in classroom mentoring Working with teachers to redesign lesson and unit plans that incorporate technology in both seamless and more effective ways. Working with Students Through Digital LiteracyNew Lessons focusing on updated features of our favorite apps Same Students … New Year … A Little Bit Older Collaborating with Tech Coaches Through Personalized Learning ExperiencesMastermind 2.0 Tech Coach Online Course (http://www.askthetechcoach.com) Episode 60: Creating Professional Relationships with Teachers That Translate Into Classroom Collaborations @TeacherCast (http://www.twitter.com/teachercast) @AsktheTechCoach (http://www.twitter.com/askthetechcoach) Follow our HostsJeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury (http://www.twitter.com/jeffbradbury) Nicholas Amaral | @NamaralEDU (http://twitter.com/namaraledu) Explore these ResourcesIn this episode, we mentioned the following resources: www.AskTheTechCoach.com (http://www.askthetechcoach.com) www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) @AsktheTechCoach (Twitter) (http://www.twitter.com/askthetechcoach) Tech Coach Tip of the WeekAs the school year gets started and Tech Coaches begin to get a sense of where their teachers and students are with their Technology Integration skills, it’s a good idea to take a step back before the craziness happens and get yourself organized for the long road ahead. Join our PLNAre you enjoying the TeacherCast Network, please share your thoughts with the world by commenting on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-tech-coach-the-teachercast-educational-network/id1067586243?mt=2) today? I enjoy reading and sharing your comments on the podcast each week. Let’s Work TogetherHost: Jeff Bradbury (http://twitter.com/jeffbradbury) Email:...
Join Amy and Diana as we talk to our Instructional Technology Coaches on their "why" and "how" of gamified professional development. To connect with coaches on Twitter: @MrsCford_tweets @StefaniePitzer @jodi_gordon5 *content from Ep: 2 directly related with material in Ep:1 Music Credit: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Instructional Technology Coaches can be helpful advisors for teachers if they learn strategies of encouragement and empowerment. Deb Ramm helps us learn the techniques to help powerful improvement happen in classrooms. www.coolcatteacher.com/e329 Advancement Courses has more than 200 graduate level online professional development courses for K-12 teachers. You can take these courses for continuing education, salary advancement, or recertification. They are practical courses that have teachers developing tangible resources to use in their classrooms immediately. Go to advancementcourses.com/coolcat and use the code COOL20 at checkout to get 20% off any course. With this coupon, a 3 grad credit course is only $359.
The TechEducator Podcast – The TeacherCast Educational Network
In this episode of the (https://www.teachercast.net/tep) , we bring 3 Instructional Technology Coaches on to discuss their Top 10 Tips for staying productive and efficient in their school districts. 10 Productivity Tips for Instructional Technology CoachesTip 1 – Coach to Teacher Communication Voxer (https://voxer.com/) – very important for keeping communication open but not filling your inbox. Tip 2 – Teacher to Coach Communication Utilize an online booking system ( Google Calendar Appointment slots (https://support.google.com/calendar/answer/190998?hl=en) ) etc for teachers to book times to meet with you. Saves the back and forth time in emails. Use Remind (https://www.remind.com/) for quick contact. Tip 3 – Keep Track of Events and DocumentsEvernote: It’s the perfect application to save documents, audio, PDF’s and it’s available on all platforms. Tip 4 – Digital Communication and OrganizationUtilize Google Docs/Folders to record conversations and coaching sessions for future conversations. Tip 5 – Provide Resources for Personalized LearningKeep ongoing blog as a one-stop-shop for all your teachers’ needs. Update with things you often come across for them to go back to. Also helps alleviate email you send to staff. Tip 6 – Create Personalized Videos Jing (https://www.techsmith.com/jing-tool.html) – a great quick screen recording tool for simple how-to videos. Tip 7 – Create a Data DashboardRecord important events right after they happen. It’s easy to go an entire day and forget to record important events or meetings with teachers. Use a Google Doc, Evernote, Google Keep, or Google Form to keep track of what you have done each day. Use it to create a Data Dashboard of your events. You never know when it might come in handy. Tip 8 – Create User Groups for Group Instruction Facebook groups (https://www.gcflearnfree.org/facebook101/facebook-groups/1/) – create hubs for people to share resources. It’s not just me that may have the answer. Tip 9 – Create an Army of Foot SoldiersUtilize your most willing teachers to assist in training/sparking innovation in others. If you build it, they will come. Tip 10 – When in Need… Wear it! Make an Apron (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wno-rfZg_j0) Aprons- You could rock an apron and save hundreds on clothes and instantly have more pockets! Augment your clothing reality with extra padding where you need it and a custom pocket for cookies and other fresh snacks. Find time for micro-learning (Twitter, Flipboard, Tweetdeck, etc.) Follow our PodcastThe TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | @TeacherCast (http://www.twitter.com/teachercast) The @TechEdShow (http://www.twitter.com/techedshow) Visit the www.TechEducatorPodcast.com (http://www.techeducatorpodcast.com) Follow our HostsJeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury (http://www.twitter.com/jeffbradbury) Dr. Sam Patterson | @SamPatue (http://www.twitter.com/sampatue) Nicholas Amaral | @Namaraledu (http://twitter.com/Namaraledu) Check out Jarod's Book (https://www.teachercast.net/product/0692950419/US/teach00-20/?cart=y) is all about shifting professional development from an antiquated form of training to an authentic process of adult learning focused on growth mindset, intrinsic motivation, and sustainable autonomy. Jarod’s book lays out the WHY behind such a shift is needed and also offers the Professionally Driven model as the HOW. It started with one school in rural Iowa and has begun to spread to schools all over the midwest and beyond. Pick up this book to begin empowering EVERY educator, because professional development shouldn’t create master teachers. It should create master learners Join the ConversationOur favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section. This weeks question is: What are your productivity tips and tricks? Please leave us a...
Ask The Tech Coach: A Podcast For Instructional Technology Coaches and EdTech Specialists
In this episode of “ Dave Burgess Publishing (https://www.teachercast.net/product/0988217600/US/teach00-20/?cart=y) . (https://www.teachercast.net/product/194644460X/US/teach00-20/?cart=y) In this episode, we discuss: What is the State of Professional Development in 2018? How do we teach the 4C’s in less than 90 slides? EduProtocols (Lesson frames to use with any content, and subject) The original: 8p*arts The latest: Cyber Sandwich The mindset and the goal of being textbook free (mostly) How to create amazing Professional DevelopmentHow to teach the instructional technology coaches the skills needed to create change in the classroom How to provide Choice in “weekday PD” Where to find great resources?CUE ConferenceCUE Blog On.Cue.org Check This Out Podcast with Bryan and Ryan ISTE Conference Tips and Tricks for creating the perfect conference proposal How to create an amazing and innovative professional development conference Follow our PodcastThe TeacherCast Educational Network | @TeacherCast (http://www.twitter.com/teachercast) @AsktheTechCoach (http://www.twitter.com/askthetechcoach) Follow our HostsJeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury (http://www.twitter.com/jeffbradbury) About our GuestsJon CorippoJon Corippo is the Executive Director for CUE, leading CUE throughout California and Nevada. Jon keynotes, leads and designs Professional Learning experiences all over the country. Jon's core PL skills are focused on 1:1 deployment, Common Core, Project Based Learning, social media skills and Lesson Design. Jon is the creator of the JET Review Program (http://www.cue.org/jet) . Under Jon's Leadership, and with his CUE Professional Learning Team, CUE PL has trained over 32,000 teachers in 2015-2018. | @jcorippo Marlena HebernThe greatest compliment Marlena ever received was from a former visually challenged student, who said, “Mrs. H was my favorite teacher because she didn't care that I was going blind.” Over eighteen years teaching students from kindergarten through eighth grade, and the “opportunity' class Marlena learned that classroom culture is the number one most important thing in order to set students up for success. Great lesson design is close second. Marlena's lessons are often focused on student creativity and developing a student's sense of self-worth and community. Marlena is a Google Certified Innovator, Google Trainer, and EdCamp Yosemite co-founder. She holds a Master of Science degree in reading instruction and has been awarded a Beginning Teacher Support Provider of the Year Award. | @mhebern Join the ConversationOur favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section. This weeks question is: What can you do as an Instructional Technology Specialist and Professional Development provider to create meaningful and authentic learning sessions? Explore these ResourcesIn this episode, we mentioned the following resources: eduprotocols.com (http://eduprotocols.com/) Math Reps (https://nowatechie.com/category/mathreps/) Tech Tip of the WeekAre you looking to work with an innovative educator? Check out our latest post featuring some amazing Instructional Technology Coaches today (https://www.teachercast.net/blog/12-educational-technology-coaches-turn-get-stuck-classroom-askthetechcoach/) ! Join our PLNAre you enjoying the TeacherCast Network, please share your thoughts with the world by commenting on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-tech-coach-the-teachercast-educational-network/id1067586243?mt=2) today? I enjoy reading and sharing your comments on the podcast each week. Let’s Work TogetherHost: Jeff Bradbury (http://twitter.com/jeffbradbury) Email: (mailto:info@teachercast.net) Voice Mail: (http://www.teachercast.net/voicemail)...
The TechEducator Podcast – The TeacherCast Educational Network
In this episode, we take a deep dive into what makes a technology coach successful in their school district. As the world of educational technology grows by leaps and bounds each year, school districts are more and more looking to bring in Instructional Technology Coaches to assist in providing personalized professional development to their teaching staff. In this episode, we discuss instructional coaching from several angles and share how you can be a successful tech coach in your district with a little help from persistence and innovation. About our GuestsMarcie FaustPosition: Director for Innovative Learning Organization: Deerfield Public Schools Location: Deerfield, IL Website: https://twitter.com/mfaust (https://twitter.com/mfaust) Marcie is a school district leader who is passionate about redefining educational technology in the modern-day classroom. Marcie believes in authentic, connected learning to prepare students for their futures. Before her leadership role, Marcie taught elementary school, middle school and served as a technology coach. Her inspiration comes from all of the learners around her – at work as well as at home. Maria GalanisPosition: iCoach Organization: Deerfield Public Schools Location: Deerfield, IL Website: http://twitter.com/mariagalanis (http://twitter.com/mariagalanis) Maria Galanis began her career as a technology coordinator which evolved into technology coach. 15 years later, she is now an iCoach, an instructional coach with an emphasis on modern age learning. Maria is an EdTech enthusiast who loves being a connected learner and believes we can all be better together. Additional Resources Maria Galanis's Website (http://shareconnectinspire.blogspot.com/) Thank You For Your Podcast ReviewsAre you enjoying commenting on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/educational-podcasting-today/id972444781?mt=2) today? I enjoy reading and sharing your comments on the podcast each week. Ask Me Your Podcasting or WordPress QuestionAre you interested in starting your own podcast? Do you need help creating an awesome WordPress website? I am available for 1:1 consulting. Please visit my homepage and I will help you launch your personal brand today! Contact MeHost: Jeff Bradbury (http://www.twitter.com/teachercast) Email: (mailto:info@teachercast.net) Voice Mail: (http://www.TeacherCast.net/voicemail) YouTube: (http://www.TeacherCast.net/YouTube) iTunes: (http://www.TeacherCast.net/iTunes) Check Out More TeacherCast ProgrammingTeacherCast Podcast ( https://www.teachercast.net/tcp (https://www.teachercast.net/tcp) ) TeacherCast App Spotlight ( https://www.teachercast.net/appspotlight (https://www.teachercast.net/appspotlight) ) Educational Podcasting Today ( http://www.educationalpodcasting.today (http://www.educationalpodcasting.today) ) The http://www.techeducatorpodcast.com (http://www.techeducatorpodcast.com) ) Ask The Tech Coach ( http://www.AskTheTechCoach.com (http://www.AskTheTechCoach.com) ) View LIVE Professional Development from TeacherCastWatch LIVE: https://www.teachercast.net/showcal (https://www.teachercast.net/showcal) ) TeacherCast Broadcasting Community: (http://www.TeacherCast.net/broadcastingcommunity) Need a Presenter?Jeff Bradbury (https://www.teachercast.net/broadcastingactivities%0A) your conference LIVE!
Seis Hermanos is a group of Instructional Technology Coaches and lead teachers from Berkeley County School District in South Carolina. We are focusing on instructional strategies for integrating technology in the classroom.