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Dr. Helen Crompton discusses effective technology integration in education and the limitations of existing models. She introduces the SETI framework, which emphasizes the importance of a shared responsibility for technology integration and considers the various factors that impact its effectiveness. The framework includes concentric circles representing the educator, the school environment, and the national context. Dr. Crompton highlights the need for policies, tech support, training, and access to technology tools to support effective integration. The SETI framework has been well-received by educators and school districts. Follow on Twitter: @sparvell @hcrompton @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Related Resources: The SETI Framework| 21st century learning design – Training | Microsoft Learn | Hacking Gen AI in Education Dr. Helen Crompton is the Executive Director of the Research Institute for Digital Innovation in Learning at ODUGlobal, and Professor of Instructional Technology at Old Dominion University. Dr. Crompton earned her Ph.D. in educational technology and mathematics education from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Recognized for her outstanding contributions, Dr. Crompton is on Stanford's esteemed list of the Top 2% of Scientists in the World. Her exceptional work in technology integration has garnered her numerous accolades, including the SCHEV award for the Outstanding Professor of Virginia. Dr. Crompton's expertise extends beyond academia to practice, as she frequently serves as a consultant for various governments, bilateral and multilateral organizations such as the United Nations and the World Bank, leveraging her knowledge and experience to drive meaningful change in the field of educational technology.

There are growing signs that conventional thinking about introducing technology into classrooms is shifting.  Some educators believe that established technology integration frameworks need to evolve to meet the unique features of generative AI.  At ISTE Live 24, we interviewed several technologists and school leaders to get a quick take on whether we're seeing a blip or an emerging trend. Follow on Twitter:   @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Related Resources:  SAMR: Next Level | 21st century learning design - Training | Microsoft Learn | Hacking Gen AI in Education On-the-spot field interviews with educators from around the USA from the floor of ISTE Live 24. Interviewees included a STEM teacher, a general education teacher, a technology integration specialist, a chief technology officer, and a director of innovation.

There are growing signs that conventional thinking about introducing technology into classrooms is shifting.  Some educators believe that established technology integration frameworks need to evolve to meet the unique features of generative AI.  At ISTE Live 24, we interviewed several technologists and school leaders to get a quick take on whether we're seeing a blip or an emerging trend. Follow on Twitter:   @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Related Resources:  SAMR: Next Level | 21st century learning design - Training | Microsoft Learn | Hacking Gen AI in Education Random technologists and school leaders from the exhibit hall at ISTE Live 24. We spoke with a general education teacher, a stem teacher, a technology integration specialist, a Chief Technology Officer, and a Director of Innovation.

Thanks to generative artificial intelligence, John Hattie believes the conventional idea of 21st-century skills is outdated. In this discussion, he draws on research to update the list and identify the four essential skills all students will need in the age of Gen AI. Follow on Twitter: @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Related Resources: Visible Learning: The Sequel | Reimagine Education | Microsoft Education Toolkit Professor John Hattie is an education researcher. His research interests include performance indicators, measurement models, and teaching and learning evaluation. John Hattie became known to a broader public with his two books, Visible Learning and Visible Learning for Teachers. Visible Learning is a synthesis of more than 2,100 meta-analyses drawn from more than 130,000 studies involving more than 400 million students from all around the world. According to John Hattie, Visible Learning results from 15 years of research about what works best for learning in schools. TES once called him “possibly the world's most influential education academic.”

Some educators view the SAMR model for technology use in teaching as a “hill to climb” with the aim of getting to the top. The founder clarifies this misunderstanding and shares smart ways to use the model to suit your unique teaching needs in the age of generative AI. Follow on Twitter: @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Related Resources: SAMR: Next Level | Reimagine Education | Microsoft Education Toolkit | Blindsided by AI @ ISTE Live 24 Dr. Puentedura is the Founder and President of Hippasus, a consulting practice focusing on transformative applications of information technologies to education. He has implemented these approaches for over thirty years at a range of K-20 institutions, health and arts organizations. He is the creator of the SAMR model for selecting, using, and evaluating technology in education, which guides the work of multiple projects worldwide. He is also the author of the EdTech Quintet, a categorization of the core technology toolset required for education. His current work explores new directions in antifragile design and emergent applications of AI tools in learning.

Thanks to generative artificial intelligence, John Hattie believes the conventional idea of 21st-century skills is outdated. In this discussion, he draws on research to update the list and identify the four essential skills all students will need in the age of Gen AI. Follow on Twitter: @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Related Resources: Visible Learning: The Sequel | Reimagine Education | Microsoft Education Toolkit Professor John Hattie is an education researcher. His research interests include performance indicators, measurement models, and teaching and learning evaluation. John Hattie became known to a broader public with his two books, Visible Learning and Visible Learning for Teachers. Visible Learning is a synthesis of more than 2,100 meta-analyses drawn from more than 130,000 studies involving more than 400 million students from all around the world. According to John Hattie, Visible Learning results from 15 years of research about what works best for learning in schools. TES once called him “possibly the world's most influential education academic.”

How applicable is the SAMR model for selecting, using, and evaluating Generative AI in education? Are any adaptations needed? If so, where and what? We checked in with the creator of SAMR for an update and learned how he is using and supplementing the framework in the age of Gen AI. Follow on Twitter: @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Related Resources: SAMR: Next Level | Reimagine Education | Microsoft Education Toolkit | Blindsided by AI @ ISTE Live 24 Dr. Puentedura is the Founder and President of Hippasus, a consulting practice focusing on transformative applications of information technologies to education. He has implemented these approaches for over thirty years at a range of K-20 institutions, health and arts organizations. He is the creator of the SAMR model for selecting, using, and evaluating technology in education, which guides the work of multiple projects worldwide. He is also the author of the EdTech Quintet, a categorization of the core technology toolset required for education. His current work explores new directions in antifragile design and emergent applications of AI tools in learning.

John Hattie discusses the impact of technology in classrooms and the importance of collective efficacy in teaching. Hattie, author of Visible Learning, emphasizes the need for teachers to understand their students' learning processes and create a safe environment for them to express their struggles. He also highlights the potential of technology, particularly when used in pairs, to enhance learning. Hattie suggests that social media can be a powerful tool for students to discuss their learning difficulties. He also mentions the potential of AI chatbots in facilitating students' learning process. Follow on Twitter:   @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Related Resources:  Visible Learning: The Sequel  |  AI for education | Microsoft Learn Professor John Hattie is a researcher in education. His research interests include performance indicators, models of measurement and evaluation of teaching and learning. John Hattie became known to a wider public with his two books Visible Learning and Visible Learning for teachers. Visible Learning is a synthesis of more than 800 meta-studies covering more than 80 million students.  According to John Hattie Visible Learning is the result of 15 years of research about what works best for learning in schools. TES once called him “possibly the world's most influential education academic”.

CoSN collaborated with school system leaders across the United States of America to create a generative AI readiness checklist. The guide covers the essential bases required to prepare for AI implementation, touching on executive leadership, operations, data, technical aspects, security, and legal readiness. The discussion covers promising possibilities for decreasing administrative load and the big pitfalls, including cybersecurity threats. The conversation also covers the importance of addressing equity and bias in AI use and the necessity for ongoing education about responsible AI usage for all members of the school community, preparing them for an AI-centric future. Follow on Twitter: @cosn @keithkrueger @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Related Resources: GAI Ready Checklist | AI for education | Microsoft Learn Keith R. Krueger is CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), nonprofit professional association organization that serves as the voice of K-12 EdTech leaders in North America. CoSN's mission is empowering educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning environments. He was selected by Ed Tech magazine for it's 2021 K-12 IT influencers. In 2016 Technology & Learning selected him as one of the “big 10” most influential people in ed tech, and the Center for Digital Education identified him as a Top 30 Technologist/Transformer/Trailblazer. In 2008 he was selected by eSchool News as one of ten people who have had a profound impact on educational technology over the last decade. In 2016 he received a Special Recognition award from the Council of Great City Schools.

We connected with the Australian Department for Education for a behind-the-scenes look at their pilot program to introduce and scale generative AI across the school system. The insight-rich discussion provided granular details and vital specifics about how they approached the pilot, what worked, and why. This is a must-listen episode for any school leader seeking a field-tested roadmap that covers the bases, including security, getting teacher and student buy-in, and avoiding the most significant professional development mistakes. Follow On Twitter: @martinwestwell @edu_sagov @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @Jonharper70bd RELATED RESOURCES: AI Guidance for Schools Toolkit SA schools to focus on the safe use of AI Advancing opportunities for AI in higher education | Microsoft EDU Martin Westwell was appointed Chief Executive of the Department for Education in April 2022, following a successful 4 years as Chief Executive of the SACE Board. Martin has worked extensively with education systems and other organizations in using evidence to inform policy, practice, innovation and impact in education. He was a Chief Investigator in the national Australian Research Council (ARC) Science of Learning Research Centre, and has worked with UNESCO using evidence to inform strategic planning of education in the Asia-Pacific region. In 2018, Martin received the prestigious Australian Council for Educational Leaders' (ACEL) Gold Medal, awarded for the most outstanding contribution to the study and practice of educational administration and leadership. Martin completed his degree and PhD at Cambridge University and was a Research Fellow at Lincoln College, Oxford University in biological chemistry. Daniel Hughes is the Chief Information Officer at the Department for Education, South Australia. Daneil is Responsible for the provision and overarching management of ICT Service Delivery to the Department for Education corporate business divisions and the approximate 950 public schools and pre-schools across South Australia. He is additionally responsible for the formation and implementation of a departmental-wide ‘Digital Modernisation Strategy,' which aims to deliver better outcomes for students, teachers, and corporate staff through the use and adoption of modern technology.

Schools are more normal this year, but there are still scenarios where virtual learning solves problems that have routinely disrupted traditional classrooms. In this episode, we discuss four common situations where maintaining the virtual option can strengthen any school's ability to serve all students. Follow on Twitter: @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @Jonharper70bd @ocsdltfdir Related Resources: Onslow County Schools provides a lesson in effective hybrid learning How Onslow Schools Use Microsoft Solutions to Support Students | Microsoft EDU Stephen Taylor is the Director of Digital Learning and Teaching Services at Onlsow County Schools in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Taylor is a graduate of East Carolina University. He brings a wealth of experience to the position, having served OCS as a middle school teacher and a digital learning and teaching facilitator. For the past five years, Taylor has been the OCS digital learning and teaching coordinator.

Illinois's largest elementary school district has an exceptionally positive school culture and the receipts to prove it. In this episode, we talk with the superintendent about the step-by-step process they used to build theirs, based on the Happiness Advantage. Stanford University researchers placed this school district in the top two percent of all schools in America in student growth. Follow on Twitter: @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @Jonharper70bd @drf4331 @Andy_DuRoss Related Resources MicrosoftEDU: K12 Blueprint – Learning Next As the superintendent of the largest elementary school district in Illinois since 2013, Andy DuRoss prioritizes investing in people as the key to ensuring the academic success and social-emotional well-being of the more than 15,000 students and 2,000 employees of School District 54. DuRoss believes a positive culture is another key to the success of students and staff. In 2017, he brought the positive psychology principles outlined by Harvard Researcher Shawn Achor to District 54. This training demonstrates how happiness and optimism fuels performance and leads to success. When he talks about student success, he is not just speaking about academic success but social and emotional success as well. DuRoss is committed to the happiness of his students and employees. Under DuRoss' leadership the positive culture in District 54 continues to thrive and student achievement continues to grow. Stanford University researchers found District 54 to be in the top 2% of all schools in America in student growth, stating that District 54 students achieved six years of growth in five years. Money Magazine ranked Schaumburg the 9th best place to live in America, with education being a major factor.

Illinois's largest elementary school district has an exceptionally positive school culture and the receipts to prove it. In this episode, we talk with the superintendent about the step-by-step process they used to build theirs, based on the Happiness Advantage. Stanford University researchers placed this school district in the top two percent of all schools in America in student growth. Follow on Twitter: @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @Jonharper70bd @drf4331 @Andy_DuRoss Related Resources MicrosoftEDU: K12 Blueprint – Learning Next As the superintendent of the largest elementary school district in Illinois since 2013, Andy DuRoss prioritizes investing in people as the key to ensuring the academic success and social-emotional well-being of the more than 15,000 students and 2,000 employees of School District 54. DuRoss believes a positive culture is another key to the success of students and staff. In 2017, he brought the positive psychology principles outlined by Harvard Researcher Shawn Achor to District 54. This training demonstrates how happiness and optimism fuels performance and leads to success. When he talks about student success, he is not just speaking about academic success but social and emotional success as well. DuRoss is committed to the happiness of his students and employees. Under DuRoss' leadership the positive culture in District 54 continues to thrive and student achievement continues to grow. Stanford University researchers found District 54 to be in the top 2% of all schools in America in student growth, stating that District 54 students achieved six years of growth in five years. Money Magazine ranked Schaumburg the 9th best place to live in America, with education being a major factor.

In this episode, we look under the hood to see how school chief information officers and chief academic officers work together to manage the "four buckets" of responsibilities required to achieve educational goals. Follow on Twitter:  @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @Jonharper70bd  @drf4331 Related Resources MicrosoftEDU: K12 Blueprint – Learning Next Dean Folkers is the Director of Education Data and Technology at the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO). CCSSO is a nonpartisan, nationwide, nonprofit organization of public officials who head departments of elementary and secondary education in the states, the District of Columbia, the Department of Defense Education Activity, the Bureau of Indian Education, and the five U.S. extra-state jurisdictions.

In this episode, we talk with the Director of Edunomics Lab at Georgetown University about the challenges of managing ESSER funds spending requests from various internal and external stakeholders, setting priorities for ESSER funds investments, and ensuring the best results based on your school's long-term objectives. Follow on Twitter: @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @Jonharper70bd @MargueriteRoza @EdunomicsLab @McCourtSchool @Deb_Britt Related Resources – MicrosoftEDU: Microsoft-Equitable-Education-post-pandemic-Whitepaper2021.pdf (azureedge.net) Marguerite Roza, Ph.D., is Director of the Edunomics Lab and Research Professor at Georgetown University's McCourt School of Public Policy, where she leads the Certificate in Education Finance program. Edunomics Lab is a Georgetown University research center dedicated to exploring and modeling complex education finance decisions to inform education policy and practice. The end goal is the betterment of education, writ large. Established in 2012, the center is nationally recognized as a leader in the field of education finance.

In this episode, we check in with the Chief Information Officer at the department of education in a state that has successfully gone from ranking among the lowest in academic performance to one of the fastest growing.  Our guest shares some of the practical strategies behind the transformation and the biggest concerns that still keep him up at night. Follow on Twitter:  @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @MissDeptEd@Jonharper70bd  Related Resources – MicrosoftEDU: Microsoft-Equitable-Education-post-pandemic-Whitepaper2021.pdf (azureedge.net) John Kraman is the Chief Information Officer at the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE). For the past decade, John has served in senior leadership roles in three state education agencies (SEAs) – in Oklahoma, New Mexico and now Mississippi – working to align data and data systems with the agency strategic policy and reform goals. In the decade prior to his time in SEAs, he served are the research director of multiple national education policy programs, including the American Diploma Project and the Common Core State Standards Initiative. John is currently leading the $200+ million MSConnects program at the MDE, rapidly establishing a statewide digital learning program to support teaching, learning, and innovation.

Anna Dyagileva-Tkachuk is a Language Teacher ( in Kirov, Russia) and has been teaching for over 10 years. She's been teaching students online for over 8 years and also provides online PD courses for schools. She's a founder of #teachersloveEDU and a YouTuber. Anna is an MIE Expert, an MIE Master Trainer, an MIE Fellow, Certified Trainer on Flipgrid, Wakelet, and Buncee. She loves integrating new educational technologies in her virtual classroom and learning about new Edu tools and app smashing them. Her main goal in teaching is to create a safe space where every learner is included and empowered. She is super passionate about inclusivity and accessibility in the classroom. Anna loves Project-Based Learning (PBL) and Global collaborations. Her favorite quote is: "Learning never stops" (MicrosoftEDU).

Join us for a candid, unvarnished, and informative discussion about what education technology can do and what it can't.  Our guest identifies and clarifies the conditions under which educational technology is transformational and the essential elements that must also be in place to see any significant impact from technology adoption. Follow on Twitter:  @MicrosoftEDU @DinaMGhobashy @GOALACADEMY  @frankchip2  @jonharper70bd @bjfr @bamradionetwork Related Resources – MicrosoftEDU: See how schools worldwide are collaborating to transform learning and deliver sustained success Justin Reich is an educational researcher interested in the future of learning in a networked world. He is the director of the MIT Teaching Systems Lab which aspires to design, implement and research the future of teacher learning. He is the author of Failure to Disrupt: Why Technology Alone Can't Transform Education from Harvard University Press. He is the host of the TeachLab podcast, and five open online courses on EdX including Sorting Truth from Fiction: Civic Online Reasoning and Becoming a More Equitable Educator: Mindsets and Practices. Justin is a former fellow and faculty associate of the Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society at Harvard University.

Most of us have never seen a period where we need inspiration more than today. This is especially true in our school districts, schools, and classrooms. Join us as we talk with the headteacher at a showcase school in the UK about how he cultivates and spreads inspiration throughout his staff and students. Follow on Twitter:  @MicrosoftEDU @DinaMGhobashy @GOALACADEMY  @frankchip2  @jonharper70bd @tim_jumpclarke @bamradionetwork Related Resources – MicrosoftEDU: See how schools worldwide are collaborating to transform learning and deliver sustained success Tim Clarke is Headteacher of Cornerstone CE Primary in Hampshire (UK). Cornerstone is a Microsoft Showcase School: and focuses on 'learning always and all ways'. Tim is an MIE Expert, an MIE Master Trainer, and a Microsoft Certified Educator. He blogs about educational leadership and learning at timjumpclarke.wordpress.com.Cornerstone is focused on 'Growing an Inspirational Learning Community.' We define this as: Together, inspiring a love of learning; Encouraging and empowering partnerships; Nurturing a Growth Mindset.

For many schools and school leaders, budget constraints and limited resources are the big barriers to greater student performance.  In this episode, we talk with a school leader who transcended extreme budget limitations about how she created a model school that attracted interest from around the globe. Follow on Twitter:  @MicrosoftEDU @DinaMGhobashy @GOALACADEMY  @frankchip2  @jonharper70bd  @KimberlyMoyer9 @bamradionetwork Related Resources – MicrosoftEDU: See how schools worldwide are collaborating to transform learning and deliver sustained success Paramjeet Kaur Dhillon is the Founder Principal of Kamla Nehru Public School, Phagwara, India since December 2006. Post Graduate in Physics, she holds a Bachelor's degree in Education for which she was awarded a Gold Medal for standing first in the University. With an experience of 26 years as a Principal, she has visited 14 countries. She is Microsoft Innovative Educator Trainer and Fellow, Microsoft Certified Educator, Adobe Education Leader, Wakelet Leader & Ambassador. Globally validated Master Trainer on 21st Century Core Skills, by British Council, U.K., she is also a British Council's School Ambassador. She has trained 3000+ educators from all over India being the resource Person of Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi. Paramjeet Kaur Dhillon initiated IT transformations in Kamla Nehru Public School, with 1:1 Anytime, Anywhere learning.  Phagwara is the Winner of the Microsoft Showcase School Biggest Impact award for the ASIA Pacific Region for the year 2020-2021 and was awarded the Microsoft Education Global Partner of the Year for 2021.

In this episode, we talk about five practices that give school leaders the ability to see what teachers and students need most to achieve their academic goals  -- at any point in the school term. Join us as we discuss the what, why, and how of putting these practices to work. Follow on Twitter:  @MicrosoftEDU @DinaMGhobashy @GOALACADEMY  @frankchip2  @jonharper70bd @savery_mark @dan_pearson @bamradionetwork Related Resources – MicrosoftEDU: See how schools worldwide are collaborating to transform learning and deliver sustained success Mark Savery is the Head of eLearning (P-12) at Emmanuel College, a Microsoft Showcase School, located on the Gold Coast. As a Microsoft Fellow and member of the Microsoft Innovative Expert Educator program since 2015, he regularly contributes to local and international educational communities. He was awarded as a Hot List recipient 3 years in a row by the Educator Magazine for being an influential figure in the K-12 education space. With a background in primary teaching, Mark has a passion for pushing the boundaries. He loves bringing innovation and engagement into the classroom through the use of technology, to enhance the learning experience. “I have a drive for innovation and creativity. I love exploring models of flipped classrooms, collaboration, utilising tools like AR and VR and bringing as much engagement as possible to ensure that learning is always fun!” Dan Pearson (BIT, MBA) is passionate about great leadership, developing high-performance teams, and using technology to improve outcomes in K-12 education. He has spent over 18 years leading teams in large, multi-campus schools and is currently Director of IT & Advancement at Emmanuel College, a Microsoft Showcase School. After beginning his career as a software developer, Dan has successfully made the transition from technical expert to strategic educational leader, and in his combined role is focused on leveraging the synergies between IT and the Advancement (marketing, events, communications, alumni) disciplines. Dan is a regular contributor to the education community around delivering ICT effectively in an education environment and has been featured on The Educator Magazine's Hot List.

School leaders charged with increasing equitable education in their schools are well-positioned to glean invaluable insights from disrupted education systems around the world. Join us as we talk with a global education leader who shares insights from his work in 145 countries. Follow on Twitter: @RobertG_Jenkins @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @Jonharper70bd @UNICEFEducation Related Resources – MicrosoftEDU: Education Reimagined: Remote to Hybrid Learning Robert Jenkins is the global director of education for UNICEF. Robert joined the organization in 1995. He brings over 20 years of experience in international development and humanitarian programming in Africa, Asia and the Middle East. Prior to his current appointment, Mr. Jenkins served as the UNICEF Deputy Director, Division of Policy and Strategy in UNICEF Headquarters from 2009-2014. Mr. Jenkins earned a Doctor of Education Degree from the University of Bath and a Master's Degree from the London School of Economics in the United Kingdom.

This episode is part of a series on the exceptionally creative and resourceful ways educators around the world are teaching during the pandemic and getting students back on track. Follow on Twitter:  @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @Jonharper70bd Related Resources – MicrosoftEDU: Education Reimagined: Remote to Hybrid Learning Alain Pascua is a proud product of public elementary education, having studied in Gerona North Central School in Tarlac. Raised by academicians, both his parents were public school teachers, who spent all their working years teaching in various public schools until their retirement. He then went to Mary Help of Christians Seminary in Binmaley, Pangasinan, where he studied classic secondary education. He has served the government in different capacities — as Executive Assistant in the Employees Compensation Commission, as Assistant Secretary of the National Anti-Poverty Commission or NAPC, and as Chief Political Affairs Officer of Senator Ping Lacson. Upon the recommendation of Secretary Briones, then newly appointed head of DepEd – President Rodrigo Roa Duterte appointed him Undersecretary of the Department of Education, where he now supervises three major services with 8 divisions, one bureau with 3 divisions, and three other major divisions. These offices are: the Administrative Service with the Asset Management, Cash, Records and general Services Divisions under it; the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Service; the Information and Communications Technology Service with the Solutions Development, Technology Infrastructure, and User Support Divisions and the newly created Educational Technology Unit, under it; the Bureau of Learner Support Services with the School Health, School Sports, and Youth Formation Divisions under it; the Education Facilities Division, the Baguio Teachers Camp, and the Central Security and Safety Office in its operational aspect. When the COVID-19 pandemic engulfed the nation and the whole world, he and the entire Administration Strand—in cooperation and coordination with other offices outside his strand—were able to handle the DepEd Task Force Covid-19, the DepEd Commons, DepEd TV, DepEd Radio, DepEd TV Facebook, DepEd TV YouTube Channel and the DepEd Learning Management System, among others. These undertakings earned DepEd the citation Policymaker EdTech Champion. Unknown to DepEd, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) nominated it to the prestigious EdTech-centered non-government organization that is focused on the sustainable and evidence-driven role of technology in advancing quality education. In addition, DepEd TV was one of the Honorable Mentions under the Crisis and Conflict Response category at the same awards event.

'This school year is actually a primary opportunity for learning,' says Jody Spiro, director of education leadership at the Wallace Foundation. In this episode, she explains why and walks us through the new mindset required to effectively lead schools this school term. Follow on Twitter: @wallacefdn @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @Jonharper70bd Related Resources – MicrosoftEDU: Education Reimagined: Remote to Hybrid Learning Jody Spiro, director of education leadership at the Wallace Foundation. Jody began working at the foundation as a senior program officer in 2002. Her career as a senior educator and manager of education programs has spanned the private, public, nonprofit and international sectors. Her areas of specialization include leadership, facilitating active learning and systemic change processes. She is the author of Leading Change Step-by-Step: Tactics, Tools, and Tales and High-Payoff Strategies: How Education Leaders Get Results.

In this episode, we look at some of the strategies a very diverse school district used to quickly come up to speed and thrive during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn how equity scans and a pedagogical help desk provided essential data to allocate resources where they were most needed. Follow on Twitter: @p_gartland @Coquitlam_IntEd @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @Jonharper70bd Related Resources – MicrosoftEDU: Education Reimagined: Remote to Hybrid Learning Ms. Patricia Gartland has been Superintendent of Schools for School District No. 43 (Coquitlam) since 2015 and is responsible for overseeing B.C.'s third largest school district with 32,000 students and 4,000 employees in over 70 schools and facilities. During her career, Patricia has filled a variety of roles as French Immersion teacher, Teacher-Librarian, Program Coordinator, K-12 School Administrator, District Principal, and Director of Instruction, among several other senior leadership positions leading to her present role as Superintendent. Ms. Gartland holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts in French Language and Literature from UBC, a Master of Arts in Educational Administration from SFU, and is proficient in several languages. She has earned the accolades of her many colleagues and peers including being presented with the BCCIE Distinguished Leadership Award in 2012.

Unlike many schools and school districts, Greenwood Academies was well ahead of the curve technologically. In this episode, we talk with the academy's school administrator who discovered that the most vulnerable populations in his school system included himself. Follow on Twitter: @graham_feek @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @Jonharper70bd Related Resources – MicrosoftEDU: Education Reimagined: Remote to Hybrid Learning Graham Feek is Deputy Chief Executive of Greenwood Academies Trust, who run 36 academies across the East Midlands, and also Executive Director of Our Learning Cloud, who provide cloud computing services to schools. Graham is passionate about supporting young people to be able to succeed in life and has led the establishment of many large-scale programs to support pupil development and skills, many focussing on physical and mental wellbeing. This is what particularly drew him to get involved with Active Notts initially. Graham is a qualified accountant by profession and previously occupied a number of senior roles in local government, including in Children's Services. Graham has a wide experience of delivering services to schools and also leading major capital programs such as Building Schools for the Future. Graham enjoys the outdoors, and running in particular, and has been an enthusiastic badminton player for nearly 40 years.

2020 opened our eyes to the gaping holes in our capacity to ensure learning continuity under all conditions.  In this episode, we speak with the superintendent of Duval County School system, one of the largest in the country about how they responded to their wake-up call. Follow on Twitter: @DuvalSchools @DrDianaGreene  @sparvell    @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @Jonharper70bd Related Resources - MicrosoftEDU: Education Reimagined: Remote to Hybrid Learning  | Duval school leaders share tips for transitioning to remote learning  Dr. Diana L. Greene began her tenure as Superintendent of Duval County Public Schools (DCPS), the 20th largest school district in the nation, on July 1, 2018. She arrived to this role with extensive classroom and leadership experience, beginning with her first elementary teaching position at Mamie Agnes Jones in Baldwin, Florida. Prior to becoming a superintendent in Duval County, Dr. Greene served as Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent of Instructional Services in Manatee County. During her 33-year career as an educator, she has spent time as a teacher, assistant principal, and principal as well as in curriculum development, staff development and in senior executive leadership.

In this episode, we talk with the assistant superintendent at a large school district in Florida about how they navigated pandemic learning. Join us as we zero in on the ways the experience has changed how their school system is approaching learning, learning loss, and working with faculty. Follow on Twitter: @1SLPS @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Related Resources – MicrosoftEDU: St. Lucie Public Schools Education Reimagined: Remote to Hybrid Learning In the summer of 2015, Dr. Jonathan Prince accepted the position of Deputy Superintendent of St. Lucie Public Schools. Leaning on his proven track record and experience of turning around struggling schools as a school principal, he has assisted with orchestrating the Superintendent's vision of accountability, high standards and rigor in St. Lucie Public Schools. Dr. Prince is a proud advocate for public education, believing that equity and access to accelerated coursework will create a thriving community in St. Lucie County.

Many of us are still struggling with the challenges of teaching during the pandemic. Join us as we talk with the superintendent of one of the largest school districts in the US about the four creative ways they resolved their biggest barrier to remote teaching and learning. Follow on Twitter: @RajAdusumilli @sparvell @MicrosoftEDU @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd Related Resources – MicrosoftEDU- Arlington School District Education Reimagined: Remote to Hybrid Learning Raj Adusumilli is the Assistant Superintendent for Technology / Information Services in Arlington Public Schools since December 2012. Mr. Adusumilli joined APS in 2008, and has served as assistant director of information systems and director of enterprise solutions. Before joining APS, Adusumilli spent 11 years at Oracle Corporation and has a combined 20 years in the technology industry before joining APS. Adusumilli has a Bachelor's Degree in technology from Nagarjuna University in India. He also holds a Master's in Business Administration from Duke University and a Masters in Computer Science from George Mason University. While at APS, Adusumilli has been responsible for the operations of all information systems including design, development, deployment, training and operations of all information technology solutions for APS business and instructional users. He has significant experience in grant writing for technology, conducting workshops and training on the use of technology, as well as leading technology initiatives K through 12.

We did it! We've hit 100 episodes! This week we interviewed Arturo De Bourbon, technology teacher and Tech Coordinator at Samuel Bowles Elementary School. Listen to how he got his start in education and the way he is keeping morning messages going through this remote time. You can hear his inspiring story here at the SPS Digital Learning Hour Podcast. Tools mentioned:Flipgrid: https://info.flipgrid.com/Schoology: https://www.schoology.com/Class Dojo: https://www.classdojo.com/Music:Tell Me (instrumental) by RYYZN https://soundcloud.com/ryyznCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/tell-me-instrumentalMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/IsDZxG0bExY

In this week's episode we met with Liberty Elementary Teacher, Karen Potter. Karen has been teaching for 20+ years now all at Liberty. Karen has taught 1st grade for most of her time. Come hear some marvelous stories about her time, things that she is doing now with her students and her strategies for taking care of yourself.Tools mentioned:Bee-Bots: https://www.terrapinlogo.com/bee-bot-family.htmlSchoology: https://www.schoology.com/Class Dojo: https://www.classdojo.com/MS PowerPoint: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/powerpointGoogle Voice: https://voice.google.com/u/0/aboutSeesaw: https://web.seesaw.me/OneNote Class Notebook: https://www.onenote.com/classnotebookWhiteboard.fi: https://whiteboard.fi/Music:Tell Me (instrumental) by RYYZN https://soundcloud.com/ryyznCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/tell-me-instrumentalMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/IsDZxG0bExY

In this week's episode we meet with Sumner Ave Elementary Teacher Liam Bevan. Liam teaches Science to the entire school. Learn how he came to education and the ways he is finding success in the classroom.Tools mentioned:StemscopesBrightspaceUnified ClassroomSchoologyPeardeckNearpodClasskickMicrosoft WhiteboardZoomMicrosoft TeamsDocument Camera a la iPhoneFlipgridPHet SimulationMusic:Tell Me (instrumental) by RYYZN https://soundcloud.com/ryyznCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/tell-me-instrumentalMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/IsDZxG0bExY

It's been so long and we are excited to be back for another season/school year. We know teaching is tough right now, but there is hope. Check out this interview with Brittany Blake-Franklin and learn how you can grow and teach well during this time!Tools Discussed:Episode 27Class DojoUnified ClassroomZoomThe Distance Learning Playbook, Grades K-12: Teaching for Engagement and Impact in Any Setting by Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, John HattieTell Me (instrumental) by RYYZN https://soundcloud.com/ryyznCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/tell-me-instrumentalMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/IsDZxG0bExY

This podcast is an excerpt from our recent ‘Virtual Summit' on our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/appsevents. It is a super interesting round table discussion between 4 of our trainers who have gone through the ‘ISTE Certified Educator' certification process and they take a deep dive deep into explaining what the ISTE standards are and how they can help you as an educator and your school.   If you want to learn more here are our top 5 reasons to become ISTE Certified with AELearningLab:   (1) It's the gold standard certification for using technology in schools and ISTE standards are widely adopted by the Worlds leading schools. The focus is on the pedagogy so it doesn't matter if you are a fan of @AppleEDU , @MicrosoftEDU or @GoogleForEdu   (2) It's the gold standard certification for using technology in schools and ISTE standards are widely adopted by the Worlds leading schools. The focus is on the pedagogy so it doesn't matter if you are a fan of @AppleEDU , @MicrosoftEDU or @GoogleForEdu   (3) It's going to really benefit your school. As an ISTE Certified Educator you will use the ISTE standards help your school to succeed.... Also you will take the new instructional techniques you will learn as part of the course straight back to your school   (4) You can study the program 100% online with @aelearninglab with 4 initial evening webinars spread over 4 weeks then 4-5 months of directed study in the 'portfolio phase'. We will be back to running the in person course as soon as the World starts to return to normal of course   (5) We genuinely have some of the best Education Technology trainers in the World! All are current or former tech experts at leading International Schools, all of whose main focus is on helping Educators advance themselves   Get more info about our ISTE online courses here: www.aelearning.com   Here is a flyer outlining our online ISTE certification course: bit.ly/ISTEOnline   I hope you enjoyed the podcast and if you did then please, please leave us a review it really means a lot to us! Get in touch with me to talk about anything at all via dan AT appsevents.com   Dan Taylor on social media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dantcz/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanTaylorAE Web: www.appsevents.com   Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube

August brought some nice innovations, some to help get back to school, some to help you stay more informed, with new ways to keep sharing and stay better connected. This month we discuss SharePoint site templates for Education, the retiring of SharePoint 2010 Workflows, accessing Visio as a tab within Teams, sharing of moved files, and more. Our guest is Lincoln DeMaris, a principal program manager on the SharePoint team focused on Microsoft Lists. We talk about the Lists roll out, how it evolves from what we know as SharePoint lists, the early feedback, and some common frequently asked questions. Click here for this episode's corresponding blog. Click here for a transcript of this episode.  Resource and Info Links: SharePoint Facebook | @SharePoint | SharePoint Community Blog | UserVoice Mark Kashman | Twitter [host] Lincoln DeMaris | LinkedIn [guest] Microsoft 365 public roadmap Microsoft Tech Community Home Microsoft Docs - The home for Microsoft documentation for end users, developers, and IT professionals.  Microsoft Tech Community Home Stay on top of Office 365 changes Subscribe to The Intrazone at aka.ms/TheIntrazone Listen and subscribe to other Microsoft podcasts at aka.ms/microsoft/podcasts

It's back to school time with OneDrive! Ankita and Jason talk with Erdina Francillon, an M365 Education Specialist, who supports universities and school districts across the Mid-Atlantic with their modern work and learning needs from identity, security, collaboration, automation and of course storage. This month's special topic is the importance of recharging ourselves for work and life outside of work. Also, hear about everyone's most memorable childhood cartoon -- just in time for after-school. Click here for transcript of this episode. Resources and Info Links: OneDrive Facebook | Twitter | OneDrive Community Blog | UserVoice Ankita Kirti |Twitter [co-host] Jason Moore |Twitter [co-host] Erdina Francillon | LinkedIn | Twitter [guest] "Reimagining education: From remote to hybrid learning" by New Pedagogies for Deep Learning Microsoft Education Center Microsoft Education Documentation and Resources OneDrive Tech Community Blog OneDrive Webinars Microsoft Docs - The home for Microsoft documentation for end users, developers, and IT professionals.  Microsoft Tech Community Home Stay on top of Office 365 changes Subscribe to Sync Up at aka.ms/syncup Listen and subscribe to other Microsoft podcasts at aka.ms/microsoft/podcasts

Our host Matt Miller talks with educator Holly Clark about how Flipgrid can be used to help students build social and emotional skills and amplify their voice.  RESOURCE AND INFO LINKS: Microsoft Educator Center and Microsoft Innovative Educator Program Flipgrid – Getting Started #FlipgridForAll Ideas + Impact StoriesYou Can Foster an Inclusive Classroom with Flipgrid! (video)You Can Teach Social-Emotional Learning with Discussion Prompts in Flipgrid! (video) Flipgrid | Site | YouTube | Blog | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram Microsoft Education | Site | YouTube | Blog | Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Matt Miller | Site | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube  Holly Clark | Blog | Infused Classroom Facebook Group | Twitter

Join our host Matt Miller as he talks with Mark Sparvell about new research from The Economist Intelligence Unit, which highlights the skills and training educators need to be successful in helping their students thrive.  RESOURCE AND INFO LINKS: Infographic: The Staff of 2030 Blog: Emotion and Cognition in the Age of AI: New research from Microsoft Education and The Economist Intelligence Unit Microsoft Educator Center and Microsoft Innovative Educator Program Microsoft Education | Site | YouTube | Blog | Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Matt Miller | Site | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube  Mark Sparvell | Site | LinkedIn | Twitter 

Join our host Matt Miller and Microsoft Principal Program Manager Cathy Cavanaugh as they discuss the tools and training available from Microsoft to support educators in making the transition to remote learning. RESOURCE AND INFO LINKS: Microsoft Remote Learning Resources site – aka.ms/remote-learning Microsoft Educator Center and Microsoft Innovative Educator Program You Can Find Support Through Community with Mark Sparvell (video) Microsoft Education | Site | YouTube | Blog | Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Matt Miller | Site | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube  Cathy Cavanaugh | LinkedIn | Twitter

In this episode, our host Matt Miller talks with educator Kylie Kingdon who shares some real-world examples of remote learning in action with her own students using Microsoft tools and technologies like Teams, OneNote, and Flipgrid. RESOURCE AND INFO LINKS: Microsoft Educator Center and Microsoft Innovative Educator Program Microsoft Education | Site | YouTube | Blog | Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Matt Miller | Site | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube Kylie Kingdon | Twitter 

Join our host Matt Miller as he talks with educator Suzannah Calvery about the game-based learning environment of Minecraft: Education Edition, where students can practice the social emotional skills of self-regulation and self-awareness.   RESOURCE AND INFO LINKS: Microsoft Educator Center and Microsoft Innovative Educator Program SEL Lessons for Minecraft: Education EditionYou Can Use Minecraft To Develop Social-Emotional Skills! (video) Minecraft: Education Edition | Site | YouTube | Blog | Twitter | Facebook Microsoft Education | Site | YouTube | Blog | Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Matt Miller | Site | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube  Suzannah Calvery | Twitter | LinkedIn

Join our host Matt Miller and educator Suzannah Calvery as they discuss The Mindful Knight, a new lesson for Minecraft: Education Edition that helps students practice mindfulness.  RESOURCE AND INFO LINKS: Microsoft Educator Center and Microsoft Innovative Educator Program SEL Lessons for Minecraft: Education EditionYou Can Use Minecraft To Develop Social-Emotional Skills! (video)You Can Help Your Students Take a Breath In M:EE Mindful Knight (video) Minecraft: Education Edition | Site | YouTube | Blog | Twitter | Facebook Microsoft Education | Site | YouTube | Blog | Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Matt Miller | Site | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube Suzannah Calvery | Twitter | LinkedIn

In this episode, our host Matt Miller talks with educator Brenna McPherren about teachers and students can use Flipgrid to make creative and collaborative videos.     RESOURCE AND INFO LINKS: Microsoft Educator Center and Microsoft Innovative Educator Program Flipgrid – Getting Started #FlipgridForAll Ideas + Impact StoriesYou Can Foster an Inclusive Classroom with Flipgrid! (video) Flipgrid | Site | YouTube | Blog | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram Microsoft Education | Site | YouTube | Blog | Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Matt Miller | Site | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube  Brenna McPherren | Twitter

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we welcome Justin Chando from Microsoft Teams and Joey from Flipgrid on the podcast to talk about how to create a seamless digital classroom using collaborative tools found in Office365. In this episode, we discuss: What's new in Microsoft EDU? #Flipgrid FeverSummer Conference What's new in Flipgrid https://educationblog.microsoft.com/2018/06/flipgrid-microsoft-education/ (Being a part of the MicrosoftEdu Family) What can teachers expect from Flipgrid in 2018-19? What's new in Microsoft Teams http://education.microsoft.com (The Microsoft Innovative Educator Community) Creating a Digital Classroom with MicrosoftEdu and Office365 Creating the future with help from the presentWorking with teachers to shape the future of Office Apps What is Flipgrid?Created a few years ago in Minnesota, https://www.teachercast.net/blog/flipgrid-microsoft-education-iste-2018/ (Flipgrid) is a video platform that allows students and teachers to share ideas and learn together. Building on the concept of personalized learning, https://www.teachercast.net/microsoft-flipgrid-eran-megiddo-iste-2018/ (Flipgrid) has grown into the goto video learning platform in more than 150 countries. The mission of Flipgrid is to “Empower learners of all ages to define their voices, share their voices, and respect the diverse voices of overs.” In a message heard around the world, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMo_FSS-6Cc (Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella) announced that Flipgrid would be joining the Microsoft family on June 18. How can I learn More about Flipgrid?The educator community for Flipgrid is VERY active in sharing great resources and providing help and feedback for those who are new to the platform. Flipgrid is the leading video discussion platform for millions of PreK to PhD educators, students, and families around the world. Flipgrid promotes fun and social learning by giving every student an equal and amplified voice on the topics you define! http://www.flipgrid.com (www.Flipgrid.com) @Flipgrid http://facebook.com/flipgrid (http://facebook.com/flipgrid) http://facebook.com/groups/flipgrideducators/ (http://facebook.com/groups/flipgrideducators/) http://vimeo.com/flipgrid (http://vimeo.com/flipgrid) Follow our PodcastThe TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | http://www.twitter.com/teachercast (@TeacherCast) iTunes: http://www.teachercast.net/MIEAudio (http://www.TeacherCast.net/MIEAudio) YouTube: http://www.teachercast.net/MIEVideo (http://www.TeacherCast.net/MIEVideo) Show Notes: http://www.teachercast.net/MIESpotlight (http://www.TeacherCast.net/MIESpotlight) The TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | http://www.twitter.com/teachercast (@TeacherCast) Follow our HostJeff Bradbury | http://www.twitter.com/jeffbradbury (@JeffBradbury) Explore these ResourcesIn this episode, we mentioned the following resources: http://bit.ly/flipgridebook3 (The Educators Guide to Flipgrid)http://twitter.com/KarlyMoura (Twitter.com/KarlyMoura) http://twitter.com/seanjfahey (Twitter.com/seanjfahey) http://flipgrid.com/guides (Grid Guides) #FlipgridFever (on Twitter) http://blog.flipgrid.com/news/2017/5/2/flipgrid-microsoft-teams (Flipgrid now a featured integration for Microsoft Teams) http://static.flipgrid.com/docs/Teams_Integration.pdf (Teams / Flipgrid PDF) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=chCkuOZEAOU (Video: How to Use Flipgrid in Microsoft Teams) http://www.office.com/Teacher (www.Office.com/Teacher) http://www.teams.microsoft.com (www.Teams.Microsoft.com)  Join our PLNAre you enjoying the TeacherCast Network, please share your thoughts with the world by https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/educational-podcasting-today/id972444781?mt=2 (commenting on iTunes) today? I enjoy reading and sharing your comments on the podcast each week. Let's Work TogetherHost: Jeff Bradbury http://www.twitter.com/teachercast (@TeacherCast) | http://twitter.com/jeffbradbury...

In this episode of the http://teachercast.net/miespotlight (Microsoft Innovative Educators: Spotlight Series Podcast), we take a look at this years Hack the Classroom event with California educator Tammy Dunbar and learn how you can prepare your students for the 2017 Skype-a-Thon from Paul Watkins and Gina Ruffcorn..  This year, classrooms from across the world will be connecting to each other through millions of miles of Skype video calls to celebrate this year's theme “Open Hearts, Open Minds” on November 28-29. There are several ways that you can participate in this years Skype-a-thon.   To register your class, please visit http://www.skypeathon.com (www.Skypeathon.com).  During the event, the world will be following the Twitter hashtag #Skypeathon to share their experiences.  We hope you and your students join us as the world unites for a fantastic global activity. In this episode, we discuss 3 ways that your classroom can participate in this years Skype-a-Thon: Virtual Speakers By using Skype, you can bring in experts from all industries to speak with your students.  This is a great way for classrooms of all subjects and grade levels to have authentic learning experiences with industry leaders and professionals. https://education.microsoft.com/skype-in-the-classroom/find-guest-speakers (Click for more information.) Mystery Skype A Mystery Skype is an opportunity for your students to connect with students from around the world.  By playing a game, similar to “20 Questions” students ask yes or no questions to find the location of their guests.  This is a great way to bring in critical thinking and collaboration skills into your classroom. For more information: http://www.mysteryskype.com (www.mysteryskype.com) Virtual Field Trips One of the best ways to bring the world into your classroom is by connecting with museums from around the world through Virtual Field Trips.  https://education.microsoft.com/skype-in-the-classroom/virtual-field-trips (Click for more information.) Follow our Podcast iTunes: https://www.teachercast.net/MIEAudio (http://www.TeacherCast.net/MIEAudio) YouTube: https://www.teachercast.net/MIEVideo (http://www.TeacherCast.net/MIEVideo) Show Notes: https://www.teachercast.net/MIESpotlight (http://www.TeacherCast.net/MIESpotlight) The TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | http://www.twitter.com/teachercast (@TeacherCast) Follow our Host Jeff Bradbury | http://www.twitter.com/jeffbradbury (@JeffBradbury) About our Guests Tammy Dunbar Tammy Brecht Dunbar, M.Ed., S.T.E.M., is a 5th-grade teacher in Manteca (CA) Unified (USA) and a pre-service technology instructor at Teachers College of San Joaquin. Tammy believes the most important 21st Century tool in any classroom is the attitude of the teacher. “Teachers need to be comfortable tackling the challenges of using technology in front of their students and modeling how to overcome obstacles,” says Tammy. Tammy agrees with Bill Goodwyn, CEO of Discovery Education: “The motherboard and the memory chip will never replace the passion and inspiration of a real-life teacher. Technology doesn't teach. Teachers teach.” Paul Watkins Paul Watkins is a teacher at Microsoft Showcase School Ysgol Bae Baglan (pronounced Us-gol Bi Bag-lan) in Port Talbot, Wales. An IT/Computing teacher of 12 years, Paul is currently the acting leader of digital learning where he focuses on staff development, innovative teaching, and digital competency. He is a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert, MIE Master Trainer, Microsoft Certified Educator and a Skype Master Teacher. Paul also sits on the Welsh Government's National Digital Learning Council Twitter: http://twitter.com/lanny_watkins (@Lanny_Watkins) Starting 8 am on November 28th through till 8 pm on 29th staff and pupils will be taking part in a sponsored event that will see the teachers completing a total of 36hours and pupils  (from a class aged 10 to 11 years old)

On this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, I sit down with Microsoft Product Manager, Matt McGinnis to learn about Microsoft School Data Sync, the powerful free application that allows school districts to sync their student data directly from their Student Information System. If you are an IT Director or a Director of Technology, this is certainly the perfect show for you. During the show, Matt walks us through a typical school situation where School Data Sync is being used to create a seamless path from a SIS through a new application called Intune for Education so that teachers can have accurate class rosters, up to date OneNote Class Notebooks, and a dynamic and student-centered learning environment using the new Microsoft Classroom. For more informationhttp://www.microsoft.com/education (http://www.microsoft.com/education) http://sds.microsoft.com (http://sds.microsoft.com) https://aka.ms/sdsconfirmation (https://aka.ms/sdsconfirmation) http://aka.ms/intuneforedu (https://aka.ms/sdsconfirmation) About Microsoft EducationMicrosoft Corporation is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Redmond, Washington, that develops, manufactures, licenses, supports and sells computer software, consumer electronics and personal computers and services. Its best known software products are the Microsoft Windows line of operating systems, Microsoft Office office suite, and Internet Explorer web browser. Its flagship hardware products are the Xbox game consoles and the Microsoft Surface tablet lineup. It is the world's largest software maker measured by revenues. It is also one of the world's most valuable companies. About the MIE Spotlight Series PodcastThe http://www.TeacherCast.net/MIESpotlight (MIE Spotlight Series) is a cobranded educational podcast produced in collaboration between the http://www.TeacherCast.net (TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network) and http://www.twitter.com/microsoft_edu (Microsoft Education). Hosted by http://www.twitter.com/jeffbradbury (Jeff Bradbury), the MIE Spotlight series focuses on innovative thinking and teaching that incorporates cutting edge technology being deployed in classrooms. For more information on the Microsoft Innovative Educator program, please visit: http://education.microsoft.com (http://education.microsoft.com) Subscribe Today!Website: http://www.TeacherCast.net/MIESpotlight (http://www.TeacherCast.net/MIESpotlight) iTunes: http://www.TeacherCast.net/MIEAudio (http://www.TeacherCast.net/MIEAudio) YouTube: http://www.TeacherCast.net/MIEVideo (http://www.TeacherCast.net/MIEVideo)

Welcome to the TeacherCast Podcast. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Microsoft Innovative Educator Steve Isaacs, and Minecraft Education Manager Neal Manegold to discuss how Minecraft Education Education is shifting the way our students are learning in classrooms around the world. What is Minecraft Education Edition?Minecraft: Education Edition is an open-world game that promotes creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving in an immersive environment where the only limit is your imagination. Links of interestMinecraft http://education.minecraft.net/ (Minecraft Education) http://education.minecraft.net/ (Minecraft Educator Community) https://education.microsoft.com/minecraftmentors (Minecraft Mentors) https://t.co/AMIpD2ISZM (Minecraft Mentor Application) https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL41iJfA2iBPHyuNHpxsa80hJaXKvZDdWH (101 Ideas for Minecraft Learners) (Videos) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B36Ehzf2cxE (How to Survive your First Night of Minecraft) (Video) Hour of Code http://code.org/Minecraft (HOC: Minecraft Edition) Minecraft Twitter Chat #MinecraftEdu WEEKLY TWITTER CHAT: Tuesdays, 5 pm PST / 8 pm EST Steve's Blog http://gamesandlearning1.blogspot.com/ (gamesandlearning1.blogspot.com) Twitter Links https://twitter.com/PlayCraftLearn (Minecraft Twitter) https://twitter.com/nealmanegold (Neal's Twitter) About our GuestsNeal ManegoldNeal Manegold is the Senior Manager for Minecraft Education, having previously worked at an educational technology start-up focused on personalized math instruction and real-time authentic assessment. Previously, Neal worked as an Educator and Math Coordinator in California and Washington State and is a National Board Certified Teacher. Neal grew up in Los Angeles and lives outside Seattle with his wife and two children, both of whom teach him something new about Minecraft every day. Steve IsaacsSteve Isaacs teaches Video Game Design and Development at William Annin Middle School in Basking Ridge, NJ. In addition, he developed and teaches an online version of the Video Game Design and Development course for the VHS Collaborative. Steve is a strong proponent of student choice and student voice. It is his mission to provide students with opportunities to pursue and nurture their passion. Community building and connecting with other educators is one of Steve's passions. He is proud to be the co-founder of #EdTechBridge, a Twitter chat, and community working to build collaborative relationships with EdTech stakeholders to create better EdTech for our students. The chat meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 pm EST. On a personal note, Steve has been married for 21 years (consecutively, to the same person 

On November 29 and 30, educators from across the planet will be participating in the annual http://skypeathon.com (Skypeathon). Brought to you by http://education.microsoft.com (Microsoft Education), the Skypeathon is a fantastic way of bringing together not only classrooms, but it's a great opportunity to invite industry experts into your class to share their passions about their professions. Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with New Jersey educator and Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert, Steve Isaacs and TEDx Speaker and Middle School Educator Marialice Curran and discuss how the http://skypeathon.com (Skypeathon) has impacted their classrooms. If your class is looking to engage with amazing educators, I would highly recommend reaching out to Steve and Marialice. Steve not only is a fellow New Jersey Educator, he is one of just a handful of teachers worldwide who are MineCraft Education Experts willing to work with you and your students and share his passions for brick building. Follow Steve online at http://twitter.com/Mr_Isaacs (@Mr_Isaacs) Passionate about Digital Citizenship and Student Voice, I had the pleasure of meeting Marialice and her son and they are VERY inspiring. Follow Marialice on Twitter http://twitter.com/MBFXC (@MBFXC) About our GuestsMarialice CurranDr. Marialice B.F.X. Curran is the founder and CEO of the Digital Citizenship Institute. As a mother and a connected educator, she has served as an associate professor, middle school teacher, principal and library media specialist. As a pioneer in digital citizenship, she developed and created the first 3-credit digital citizenship course for teachers in the United States. She co-founded the digital citizenship chat on Twitter (2011) and the Digital Citizenship Summit (2015). She chairs the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) digital citizenship PLN and is a researcher, keynote, and TEDxYouth speaker. Dr. Curran is committed to promoting social good through the use of social media and technology. She believes in a community-driven approach to educating and empowering digital citizens to solve problems in local, global and digital communities. Her mission is to turn negatives into positives and help to transform participants into designers, creative thinkers, global collaborators, problem solvers and justice-oriented digital citizens. Find out more at the http://digcitinstitute.com/ (Digital Citizenship Institute) and follow Marialice on Twitter at https://twitter.com/mbfxc (@mbfxc) and https://twitter.com/digcitinstitute (@digcitinstitute). Steve IsaacsSteve Isaacs teaches Video Game Design and Development at William Annin Middle School in Basking Ridge, NJ. In addition, he developed and teaches an online version of the Video Game Design and Development course for the VHS Collaborative. Steve is a strong proponent of student choice and student voice. It is his mission to provide students with opportunities to pursue and nurture their passion. Community building and connecting with other educators is one of Steve's passions. He is proud to be the co-founder of #EdTechBridge, a Twitter chat, and community working to build collaborative relationships with EdTech stakeholders to create better EdTech for our students. The chat meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 pm EST. On a personal note, Steve has been married for 21 years (consecutively, to the same person

Jeff sits down with Jacqueline Russell to discuss why new Microsoft Surface Tablet is the perfect solution for your digital classroom. About Microsoft EducationMicrosoft Corporation is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Redmond, Washington, that develops, manufactures, licenses supports and sells computer software, consumer electronics, and personal computers and services. Its best-known software products are the Microsoft Windows line of operating systems, Microsoft Office office suite, and Internet Explorer web browser. Its flagship hardware products are the Xbox game consoles and the Microsoft Surface tablet lineup. It is the world's largest software maker measured by revenues. It is also one of the world's most valuable companies. Links of interesthttp://www.surface.com/education (www.surface.com/education) http://www.surface.com/accessories (www.surface.com/accessories) http://www.microsoft.com/switch (www.microsoft.com/switch) http://www.microsoft.com/education/apps (www.microsoft.com/education/apps) https://www.youtube.com/user/surface/videos (https://www.youtube.com/user/surface/videos) http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/tutorial (windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/tutorial)

Jeff sits down with Cameron Evans from Microsoft Education and educators Glenn Robbins and Michael Braun to discuss how Microsoft and Code.org are transforming the lives of more than 20 million students through code. About MicrosoftFounded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT”) is the worldwide leader in software, services, devices and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. Links of Interesthttp://www.microsoft.com/en-us/education/default.aspx (Microsoft in Education) http://www.educatornetwork.com/Sites/Resources/QuickTipVideos (Microsoft Educator Network) https://twitter.com/Microsoft_EDU (@Microsoft_EDU) https://www.facebook.com/microsoftineducation (Microsoft in Education) (Facebook) http://www.microsoft.com/about/corporatecitizenship/en-us/youthspark/youthsparkhub/hourofcode/ (YouthSpark )(Hour of Code) Show TopicsHour of CodeThere's been lots of buzz and student participation in the Hour of Code during Computer Science Education Week which was 12/8-14. Over 77 million globally have tried coding. Microsoft believes that every young person should have the opportunity to learn coding and it's proud to be a founding partner of http://Code.org (Code.org). Microsoft is working with the industry on a grassroots effort to inspire 100 million young people around the world to try coding and empower them to do more and achieve more. http://blogs.microsoft.com/blog/2014/12/10/everyone-starts-somewhere/ (Satya recently visited the Laboratory School of Finance and Technology in the Bronx) and encourages employees to participate in the Hour of Code Some of the many ways Microsoft is supporting educators and their students around the Hour of Code/http://Code.org (Code.org) effort include: Technology Education and Literacy in Schools (http://www.microsoft.com/about/corporatecitizenship/en-us/youthspark/computerscience/teals/ (TEALS)) places Microsoft employee volunteers and experts from across the industry into high schools http://www.tealsk12.org/schooldisplay/schools-viewonly-maponly.php (across the U.S.) to teach computer science to students and help address an urgent need to jumpstart computer science education during the K-12 years. Microsoft partners with http://code.org/ (Code.org) to bring computer science professionals from Microsoft to students as guest speakers through https://education.skype.com/ (Skype in the Classroom). Teachers can access volunteers who are experts in a range of topics from design to coding and more. Student Created Coding Projects   Catching Eggs http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/app/849c776b-e075-4c94-bfe1-c935be880c55 (http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/app/849c776b-e075-4c94-bfe1-c935be880c55) Where's Waldo? https://www.touchdevelop.com/ymqc (https://www.touchdevelop.com/ymqc) Teddy Bear https://www.touchdevelop.com/lhmi (https://www.touchdevelop.com/lhmi) Swimming Angry Bird https://www.touchdevelop.com/mfsr (https://www.touchdevelop.com/mfsr) Sun Collector https://www.touchdevelop.com/wasy (https://www.touchdevelop.com/wasy) Microsoft EducationOn 12/8, Microsoft launched http://imagine.microsoft.com/ (Microsoft Imagine), a new cornerstone of Microsoft's global YouthSpark initiative that connects aspiring student developers of all skill levels with the tools, resources, and experiences they need to turn their innovative ideas into reality. Whether it's building a game, designing an app or launching a project, Microsoft Imagine strikes a balance between fun and learning, encouraging students to create, code and develop their ideas throughout their educational journey. This is another resource teachers can use to pull from for their lesson plans. Microsoft's support of Hour of Code/http://Code.org (Code.org) is a part of a broader purpose…MS EDU's goal is to provide the programs and technology to educators that can help ensure kids have 21st century...