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Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Alysa Hardin and Rachael Meyer Maricle on the program to discuss how Instructional Coaches can capture the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve their coaching programs.If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network!Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year?Are you searching for support in your position?The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches.3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network with other Coaches and Digital Learning LeadersFree Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow!Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year.Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups.Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program!Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars... and more!Contact the Podcast!TeacherCast.net/VoiceMailTwitter: @AskTheTechCoachEmail: feedback@teachercast.netSubscribe to “Ask the Tech Coach”Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsAmazon MusicFollow our Podcast on Social MediaThe TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | @TeacherCastAsk the Tech Coach Podcast | @AsktheTechCoachFollow our HostsJeff Bradbury | @JeffBradburyJoin our PLNAre you enjoying the TeacherCast Network, please share your thoughts with the world by commenting on iTunes today? I enjoy reading and sharing your comments on the podcast each week.The Teach Better Podcast NetworkThe Teach Better Podcast Network is dedicated to supporting the entire school ecosystem...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Sarah Kiefer, creator of Tech You Can Do and Barbara Scully from ConnectFCSed on the podcast to discuss how Instructional Coaches can best support their school districts, teachers, and students when they transition back into the classroom. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Big News of the Week FETC Conference: January 23-26 https://www.fetc.org/ Productivity Tips for Instructional Coaches Workshop on Friday, January 26 | 10:30-12:30 Location: S331B, Orange County Convention Center Question of the Week Our 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. Should transitioning from a Coaching role into a Teacher role be considered a “step backward”? Weekly Topic The challenges and benefits of transitioning from a coaching role to a teaching role Strategies for adjusting to the classroom environment after being a coach Leveraging coaching experience to enhance teaching practice Reflecting on how coaching experience can inform instructional decisions in the classroom Building relationships with students as a teacher after being an instructional coach Supporting colleagues as an instructional coach while also being a classroom teacher Strategies for staying connected to the coaching community while teaching in the classroom Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that...

In this episode, we dig into ways schools can advance equity by expanding "whole child" services that are available to students at sites. Dr. Chaun Powell, Senior Chief of Student Services for the Alameda County Office of Education, helps identify key approaches for maximizing funding sources for these services -- with a particular focus on behavioral and mental health supports -- and seizing new opportunities to partner with other agencies that serve children. California is in the throes of rolling out major initiatives that create greater access for students to a range of vital services  to better support all areas of children's  development and learning, including the:California Community Schools Partnership ProgramCalifornia's Children and Youth Behavioral Health InitiativeExtended Learning Opportunities Program, andFamily First Prevention Services Act.These initiatives present a new era of possibility for school districts and county offices to blend and braid funding to increase and sustain services. Chaun leads us through this new landscape of programs and policies that promote interagency collaboration. With insight and curiosity, she helps to explore questions around innovative funding, strengthening collaboration across systems, and centering equity.Other ResourcesStatewide Multi-Payer School-Linked Fee Schedule overview video"Improving Student Wellness With A Multi-Tiered System of Support," WestEd AudioCast featuring Santa Clara COEAbout Our Guest Dr. Chaun Powell, Senior Chief of Student Services, Alameda COE, is  a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), school social worker, educational leader, writer and adjunct faculty member at San José State University & California State University East Bay.  Her unique background in education, community based work and child welfare helps her bring a cross systems lens and experience to serving children, youth and families in schools and the community.  Her work has included the development of policy and spearheading and implementing School Based Health & Wellness, Attendance and Behavior Response Initiatives at the school site, district, county and state levels. Prior to joining Alameda COE, she served as a site level Dean of Students, and as Executive Director, Youth Health & Wellness for Santa Clara COE, where she also led a statewide Professional Learning Network for educators on school-based billing.  About our hostJason Willis serves as  Director of Strategic Resource Planning and Implementation for WestEd, and he is a former chief business official in several California school districtsAbout our seriesBudgeting for Educational Equity is presented by the California Association of School Business Official (CASBO) and WestEd. We are grateful to the Sobrato Family Foundation for additional support. 

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and more! [convertkit form=3439843] Contact the Podcast! TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach Email: feedback@teachercast.net Subscribe to “Ask the Tech Coach” Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Amazon Music Follow our Podcast on Social Media The TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | @TeacherCast Ask the Tech Coach Podcast | @AsktheTechCoach Follow our Hosts Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Susan Vincentz | @sv314dws Join our PLN Are you enjoying the TeacherCast Network, please share your thoughts with the world by commenting on iTunes today? I enjoy reading and sharing your comments on the podcast each week. The Teach Better Podcast Network The Teach Better Podcast Network is dedicated to supporting the entire school ecosystem through in-depth conversations around topics you care about. Covering a variety of areas in education, each podcast aims to support educators in the field toward creating and maintaining a progressive, student-focused classroom. Check out the recent episodes, subscribe, and learn more about the variety of shows! Let's Work Together Host: Jeff Bradbury @TeacherCast | @JeffBradbury Email: info@teachercast.net Voice Mail: http://www.TeacherCast.net/voicemail

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Instructional Coach Dana Goodier on the podcast to discuss ways that you can relax and recharge during your busy summer vacation. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. 10 Ways to Relax and Recharge Attend a conference or workshop related to their field Participate in online professional development courses and memberships Read books or articles related to education and coaching Connect with other instructional coaches or educators through social media or online forums Attend a virtual or in-person meetup with other coaches Participate in a coaching book club Attend a coaching retreat or seminar Participate in a coaching mentorship program Take time for personal reflection and goal-setting for the upcoming school year Engage in a new hobby or activity to recharge and refresh their mind and body Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and more! [convertkit form=3439843] Contact the Podcast! TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach Email: feedback@teachercast.net Subscribe to “Ask the Tech Coach” Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Amazon Music Follow our Podcast on Social Media The TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | @TeacherCast Ask the Tech Coach Podcast | @AsktheTechCoach Follow our Hosts Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Susan Vincentz | @sv314dws Join our PLN Are you enjoying the TeacherCast Network, please...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Instructional Coach Amber Hinkel on the podcast to discuss the importance of creating Curricular Maps that align to both Core Curricular and Digital Learning Standards. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: How do you create a Curriculum Map to support your standards-based and vertically aligned Digital Learning Curriculum? Weekly Topic What is a Curriculum Map? What does a Curriculum Map Include? Standards Sequences Content and Digital Learning Standards Skills Needed or Skills Acquired during the lesson Assessments Activities Resources Essential Questions Pacing Guides Detailed Units of Study What is the Goal of a Curriculum Map? Creating Vertical Alignment with additional subjects or grade levels Horizontal Alignment with other subjects in the same grade level What are the benefits of Curriculum Mapping? What are the challenges of Curriculum Mapping? How does a Curriculum Map fit into your Digital Learning Curriculum? How do you create and align your Curriculum Map to ISTE Standards? Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and more! [convertkit form=3439843] About our Guest: Amber Hinkel I am an experienced educator with over a decade of teaching experience in Florida, I am dedicated to helping teachers integrate technology tools into their classrooms. With a Master's degree in Instructional Technology, I have spent years researching and implementing the latest advancements in ed tech. In my current role as a Digital Innovation Specialist, I work closely with educators to help them understand and utilize ed tech tools. I am a certified Canvas Educator, a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert, an Adobe Creative Educator Leader, and an ISTE Certified Educator. My passion for ed tech is rooted in my belief that these tools can help teachers work smarter, not harder, while providing an opportunity to level the playing field for all students. Through my work, I strive to share my knowledge and empower teachers to use technology in innovative and effective ways. Contact the...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Barb Scully discuss the importance between creating a vertically aligned Digital Learning Curriculum that matches up to your overall K12 Program of Studies. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: How do you create a K12 Digital Learning Curriculum that is standards aligned and based on your Digital Learning Strategic Plan? Weekly Topic How do you Vertically Align your Digital Learning Curriculum? What is vertical alignment? Why is vertical alignment used? Examples of a Vertically Aligned Curriculum Music Art Science Ask Yourself … What do you want your students to do be able to do when they graduate? Presenters Audio / Video Creators Graphic Designers Writers Musicians Decide what skills students need to learn to be able to do those skills? Break down your skills into a Digital Learning Scope and Sequence Decide what topics should be taught in a core classes and what should be taught by specialists. Pair each skill up with a core curriculum skill so that the student needs to use the digital learning skill to showcase their knowledge of the subject. Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and more! [convertkit form=3439843] Contact the Podcast! TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach Email: feedback@teachercast.net Subscribe to “Ask the Tech Coach” Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Amazon Music ...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Barb discuss the differences between Digital Literacy, Digital Competency, and Digital Citizenship and share our recommendations for creating a K-12 Digital Learning Curriculum. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: What is a Digital Learning Curriculum and how can it support an increase in student achievement in the classroom? What is a Digital Learning Curriculum? How can an Instructional Coach support Family and Consumer Science Teachers and CTE Standards? Understanding the concept of a Digital Learning Curriculum What is a Digital Learning Curriculum? A Roadmap for supporting the instruction of curricular activities through the use of Digital Learning tools and instructional strategies. What is NOT a Digital Learning Curriculum Using a laptop in the school to complete an assignment. Taking a photo of an object and adding it to a newsletter or presentation. “An Online Curriculum” Thinking of your “Teachers” as your “Students” and the Coaching being in the role of the teacher. The coach is the one responsible for the Digital Learning Curriculum The coach is supporting teachers 1:1 or in small groups, but always has a bigger picture in their minds and knows where each grade levels Three Often Confused Terms Digital Learning The topic that a student is learning. Digital Literacy Students can do certain things on their devices. (Mouse Skills, Research Skills, Digital Citizenship The ethical use of digital tools and technologies “The moral code” Just because you can… doesn't mean that you should. Digital Literacy vs Digital Competency Digital Literacy Digital Competency You can put a rubric to the skill Digital Citizenship … in the Core Curriculum Can Digital Learning and subject area content coexist? It's not the “and” … it's the “through” How to build a multi-grade curriculum of digital learning skills Why should technology be integrated into the core curriculum? It needs to be both relevant and meaningful Teachers need to know what the digital skills are of their students just the same way they need to know the curricular standards are. Transition: Building Digital Learning into the Curriculum Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff shares 3 exciting updates to both his personal life, his professional career, and the future of this podcast! If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: Question Topic: How can a Coach or Digital Learning Leader create a culture for Digital Learning and Innovation in their classrooms and school districts? Weekly Topic ISTE Conference Understanding Microsoft Teams: The Digital Learning Hub in My classroom and Yours! Featuring BookWidgets Today's Content Creation for Tomorrow's Influencers Featuring Dr. Dan Kreiness New Direction for Ask the Tech Coach Podcast Supporting Instructional Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Helping Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders learn how make an impact in their school buildings and classrooms by helping students and teachers meet both curricular and digital learning standards. Assisting Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders in creating a culture of innovation both in the classroom and community. News and Updates Transitioning from being an Instructional Coach and becoming a Digital Learning Leader New Position … New School District A new opportunity to make an impact in a new school district. 3 Ways to Make an Impact Support those who are your supporters. Build a “Circle of Trust” Develop a Culture the Next Generation will Grow into A New Book for Instructional Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders We are writing a book! Why is now the right time to write a book? What will the book be about? Creating a Vision for Digital Learning Designing a Curriculum to Support Digital Learning in the Classroom Supporting Digital Learning through Instructional Coaching Making an Impact in the Classroom and Community What do I hope the book will do for those who read it? How will you be included in the book? When will it be available? How do you learn more and support the project? Call to Action Join the Instructional Coaches Network https://www.AsktheTechCoach.com Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Ben Strouse from GenZ Media to discuss the how podcasts can be used in the classroom to support student creativity. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Weekly Topic What is GZM Classroom? GenZ Media began as a platform for creating media for family audiences. Teachers have brought these storytelling episodes in the classroom and have used them in various ways. These audio shows cover various aspects of storytelling in various genres as well as content areas. How do teachers access the platform? - GZM Classroom Gen-Z Media Why is it important to provide students an audio format such as podcasts for learning new content? How our shows are being used by innovate teachers in middle school classrooms, and how we're supporting those teachers with GZMClassroom.com materials. What kinds of shows does Gen-Z Media create? GZMshows.com Various age ranges can find content at their age/grade level Six Minutes is the most popular show Who listens to your shows? What does your audience look like? How did GZM shows like SIX MINUTES wind up in classrooms...? What do teachers use it /them for? Teachers began reaching out and creating resources to share that went along with each grade level / episode of the different shows. ELA skills / critical thinking / summarizing Keeps learning at the center and creates a collaborative effort among the teacher and the students What grades/levels are appropriate? Have you talked to the teachers and students using your shows? 1. What are some of your plans around EduTech for 2023? (FETC, App) 1. Why would teachers want to bring podcasts into their classroom? Speaking/Listening Standards Recording / Voice experience Learning Styles What do teachers need to bring podcasts into their classrooms...? Where can teachers find out more about your shows and supporting materials (www.GZMClassroom)? Shows can be found here as well as materials to support the teacher in the classroom Choice boards, learning guides, graphic organizers, etc., etc What does it cost? Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes educators and podcasters Kelly Paredes and Sean Tibor of the Teaching with Python podcast on the show to discuss the importance of Computer Science Education in our K12 classrooms. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Weekly Topic What types of Computer Science should we be teaching our students? Should Educators challenge themselves professionally by learning Computer Programming? Getting started with students in Computer Science Education It's important to learn … WITH … your students. Important Hashtags to follow. #Python, #PythonLearning Teaching Python Podcast Apple Podcasts Links of Interest http://repl.it/ pybites codechalleng.es realpython.com Python Morsels: Write better Python code Book: Automate the Boring Stuff BBC Microbit 3D models database | Printables.com Snowflake TIE Fighter Kit Card Ornament by fixumdude | Download free STL model | Printables.com Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and more! [convertkit form=3439843] About our Guests Kelly Paredes Kelly Schuster-Paredes is a mom, world traveler and a netizen. She loves learning about cultures and her children were born on two different continents. Kelly has a Masters in Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology from Nova Southeastern University. She has taught in London, Lima and USA and specializes in curriculum design, coaching and development. She got started with integrating technology in the classroom in 2003 and dabbled with app design in File Maker, HTML and Robotics. She currently teaches sixth, seventh and eighth grade computer science at Pine Crest School in Fort...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Instructional Coach Allison Peterson on the podcast to talk about the importance of finding your “One Word” for your coaching program this year. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Weekly Topic Tips for creating a Successful Instructional Coaching Program Build Relationships! Get to know as many teachers as you can in as many natural ways as possible Get to know the non-classroom teachers and the people in your administrative offices “Work from the Middle” Finding your “One Word” as an Instructional Coach Find your Personal and Professional way of thinking Create a visual that you can put in front of you Create an anker point each month Kickstart Your Coaching Cycles 10-Day Challenge newtocoaching.info/kickstart Building Systems for your Coaching Programs Jeff Coaching Websites Coaching Newsletters How to Organize your Coaching Sessions Allison Coaching Planner Weekly & Daily Goals Google Keep (Conversations with Teachers) Google Drive What should Coaches be focusing on in 2023? Create a Conversation and Coaching Tracker Build your Systems for Success Get teachers into 1:1 conversations and Coaching Cycles The importance of being in an Instructional Coaching PLN Having a strong PLN is what will transform you from being a teacher into being a coach Find your EdTech Coaches … Connect at Conferences! Join a group coaching program to gather supporters for your coaching program Resource Mentioned in this Episode The 360 Degree Leader: Developing Your Influence from Anywhere in the Organization - John Maxwell Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and more! [convertkit form=3439843] About our Guest: Allison Peterson Allison is the...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes professional broadcaster Ross Brand onto the podcast to discuss how you can help your students create standard-aligned lessons and activities using video and live streaming applications. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: Question Topic: How can I use Video and Live Streaming in my School District or Classroom? How can K12 EDU Take Advantage of Live Streaming? Why is it important for students to learn about video, video editing, and video production? It meets all the ISTE Standards for Students It helps students learn how to tell their stories and the stories of those around them in their world YouTube is the #2 Search Engine for content The skill set that you develop will help you make a positive impression when your sales pitch is happening on Zoom Students need to know how to relate to each other on an online setting on audio and video and need to be prepared What types of Video applications are available to students? Beginner WeVideo ClipChamp (Microsoft) Canva Microsoft Teams / Stream Google Meet Zoom Intermediate StreamYard iMovie Advanced Final Cut eCamm WireCast OBS Career Path Adobe What does the world of Live Streaming look like in 2023 and beyond? What predictions do you have for Live Streaming in 2023? Where can teachers and students go for help and support in getting their live-streaming equipment? www.EducationalPodcasting.com www.PodcastingWithStudents.com Ross Brand YouTube (www.YouTube.com/LiveStreamUniverse) You call yourself a Brand Evangelist? What is a Brand Evangelist? How can a student aspire to become one? Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. ...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes ISTE Certification Trainer Rick Ballew on to the podcast to discuss the ISTE Certification program. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: Question Topic: How do you become ISTE Certified? The ISTE Certified Educator program. What is the program? How do you become ISTE Certified? Cost / Time Commitment The three phases of the ISTE Certification Program The ISTE Certification Portfolio Building your PLN through ISTE What can you learn through the ISTE Certification program? Links of Interest ISTE Certification Website About our Guest: Rick Ballew Frederick (goes by Rick) is an ISTE Certified Educator and Trainer, Google for Education Certified Innovator (#NYC19 cohort), Trainer, Coach, the founder and leader of GEG Minnesota Metro Area, a GEG Mentor for US - Midwest, a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert from 2020-2023, a Microsoft Innovative Educator Fellow, and an Adobe Education Leader that is passionate about leveraging technology to make the daily work of educators more efficient, their teaching more engaging, and their lives more fulfilling. He earned his BA in music education from the University of Minnesota at Morris with majors in trombone and voice, a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction focused on Arts Integration from Lesley University, and a Master of Science degree in Educational Technology from Mankato State University including Graduate Certificates for Digital Educator, Technologist, Educational Technology in the Classroom and Computer, Keyboard, and Related Technology. Rick has been an educator in ISD #271, Bloomington Public Schools since 1998. Links of Interest Website: https://www.ballewedtech.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ballewedtech Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Dr. Matthew Rhoads and Dr. Casey Jakubowski on the podcast to discuss the importance of supporting our new staff members. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and more! [convertkit form=3439843] Crush it from the Start: 50 Tips for New Teachers Purchase on Amazon Today! Welcome to the Teaching Profession! Is it what you expected? For many new teachers, that answer is a resounding no! The challenges and barriers you face may be unlike anything you prepared for or learned about prior to stepping into the classroom. Teaching is an amazing and wonderful career, but it is rife with obstacles to overcome. Trust experienced, practicing educators to prepare you for the realities of teaching! Drs. Matt, Sam, Casey, and Kevin will lead you through the hottest topics, surprising situations, and crucial advice that will help you flourish in year one. We know what it's like to enter a classroom for the first time and think, “I'm the adult in charge right now?” Authors Matt, Sam, Casey, and Kevin have extensive experience both in teaching and as leaders helping pre-service educators transition to the classroom. The first year can be overwhelming from the start. Our upcoming book is meant to shorten your learning curve and help you operate at your best in the classroom. Furthermore, we will lead you through some of the most difficult and jarring situations that a teacher may ever have to deal with. Through compassion, empathy, and experience, we will prepare you for the realities of the classroom. This isn't just a book. It is the confidence boost you need to be the teacher you always wanted to become. About our Guests Matthew Rhoads Ed.D Matthew Rhoads, Ed.D. is an expert and innovator in educational technology and instructional strategy integration within online, blended, and traditional in-person classroom settings. As a practicing technology and instructional leader, trainer, integrationist, and coach in Adult Education, K-12, and Higher Education, he develops EdTech tool instructional integrations with research-based instructional strategies to drive instruction. He is a coach and professional learning specialist for new and experienced teachers within the...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Daniel Bergman onto the podcast to discuss why teachers (and coaches) truly are Superhero's in the classroom!If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.About our Guest: Daniel BergmanDaniel J. Bergman, Ph.D., is a Professor and Program Chair of Science Education at Wichita State University in Wichita, Kansas. Like Superman, Dr. Bergman considers the Sunflower State his adoptive home. Unlike Superman, Dr. Bergman cannot leap tall buildings in a single bound.Dr. Bergman taught middle and high school science in Nebraska and Iowa, and currently works with students and teachers from kindergarten to graduate school and every grade in between. He has given nearly a hundred educational presentations at teacher conventions, school workshops, and research conferences across the continental United States.Dr. Bergman has published in various scholarly and professional avenues such as Edutopia, Phi Delta Kappan, New Teacher Advocate, The Clearing House, Teacher Educator, Teaching and Teacher Education, Journal of Technology and Teacher Education, Science & Children, Science Scope, The Science Teacher, and Journal of College Science Teaching.As a fan of science, teaching, and superheroes, Dr. Bergman is the ultimate SuperNerd. He writes about these passions at www.teachlikeasuperhero.blog and elsewhere, including the book Teaching is for Superheroes! (Jossey-Bass/Wiley) – coming May 2023!Links of InterestWebsite: https://teachlikeasuperhero.blogTwitter: https://twitter.com/ShockerSciEdPurchase on AmazonJoin the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network!Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year?Are you searching for support in your position?The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches.3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning LeadersFree Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow!Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year.Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups.Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program!Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars... and more![convertkit form=3439843]Contact the Podcast!TeacherCast.net/VoiceMailTwitter: @AskTheTechCoachEmail: feedback@teachercast.netSubscribe to “Ask the Tech Coach”Apple Podcasts

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Donna Gerard to discuss some of the reasons why teachers are leaving the profession. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: Question Topic: Why are so many teachers leaving the classroom? Weekly Topic Why did you want to become a teacher? What do you want to tell prospective and new teachers? Why do you think so many teachers are leaving the profession? How do you think teaching and education in general can be restored? You make many references to The Powers That Be. What would you like to tell The Powers That Be? About our Guest: Donna Gerard Donna Gerard is a retired teacher turned writer and part-time substitute teacher. She had 34 years of teaching experience, mostly in middle school, and she has taught all subjects. She has experience with general program students, special education, ELL, gifted and talented, and struggling learners. Gerard was a practitioner of basal readers, formal spelling programs, phonics, whole language, call and response, book learning, hands-on learning, multiple intelligences, computer-based learning, individualized instruction, and cooperative learning, to name a few. She drew the conclusion that every trend in education has merit and should be used, but none are the "answer" to how to teach all students or should be used exclusively. Aside from teaching, Gerard loves every kind of water sport, from swimming laps to parasailing and kayaking. She is an avid game player, a die-hard Star Trek fan, and an aspiring world traveler. She lives with her husband and her part-time dog in New Jersey. Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and more! [convertkit form=3439843] Contact the Podcast! TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach Email: feedback@teachercast.net Subscribe to “Ask the Tech Coach”

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff speaks with first year Instructional Coach, Jud Hartman to learn about how he is successfully bringing Project Based Learning and UDL into his brand new coaching program. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: Question Topic: How do you achieve “teacher buy-in” during your first few weeks on the job as an Instructional Coach? Weekly Topic How did Jud become a Tech Coach? Starting the year in a new position as a Tech Coach Meeting with the principal Having the freedom to “do your thing” Coaching Resources Dr. Ashley McBride - The EdTech Coaching Primer Dr. Monica Burns Katie Novak Catlin Tucker George Couros Being introduced as a Coach by all building principals How to create your 30-60-90 day plan Asking the principal “what do you want for your staff” Getting past Imposter Syndrome as a new Coach Bringing Project Based Learning into the PD Room and Classroom Building the perfect Coaching website www.DevelopwithJud.com Facing the adjustment of being a one-man-band Playing the role of the EDUTherapist About our Guest: Jud Hartman Jud Hartman is in his first year as an Instructional Technology Specialist and coaches approximately 130 teachers in his district. Before that, he taught 8th grade Science for 14 years, where he did Project Based Learning and Universal Design for Learning. Jud has a B.A. in Middle Childhood Education and an M.A. in Educational Leadership. He is an Apple Learning Coach, a Google Certified Educator, and currently working on his ISTE Certification. He will also be a lead presenter at FETC in New Orleans this January. Jud became an educator because he used to be the kid in class that sat there, bored, and thought, “There has to be a better way to do this?” Throughout his career, he has made it his mission to answer this question! Links of Interest Website: https://www.developwithjud.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/DevelopWithJud YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU0msvk4UMmbh2kLPPTYlZg YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MrHartmanScience Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Melissa Jackson, Susan Shapiro, and Jon Miller to discuss the importance of safety and school safety training to ensure that our teachers, students, and community are well informed in case of an emergency. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Weekly Topic Are our schools prepared for unknown crisis? “Always being prepared for the last emergency” Helping school leaders get into a new mindset for the next crisis How to prepare people for the unexpected Getting the education out to the faculty. It's more than having the information on paper in a binder on the shelf How do we take the plans that we do have in writing and make them accessible for the teacher How can we empower our teachers to make the right decisions during a time of crisis Training adults to take care of young children during an emergency How to begin to create an emergency preparedness plan for a building, school district, and community. How can we educate our community on our district safety plans and emergency procedures How to help our community trust in those who are assigned to serve and protect our staff and students How can Instructional Coaches support Law Enforcement, School Resource Officers, Administration, Staff, & students before, during, or after a time of crisis? Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and more! [convertkit form=3439843] About our Guests Susan Shapiro Susan H. Shapiro is an Associate Professor of Early Childhood and Special Education at Touro Graduate School of Education is also Co-Director of the New DEEL (Democratic Ethical Educational Leadership) Community Network. She earned her Bachelor's degree in child psychology from the New School, Eugene Lang College; a Master's degree from Bank Street College of Education; and her Doctorate from the Steinhardt School at New York University in Educational Leadership. She has led early childhood programs and inclusion programs for the past 25 years. She has also been an advocate for early childhood education policy and has authored articles on crisis, ethical leadership and compassion. She is the author of a new book Interpreting COVID-19 Through Turbulence Theory Perspectives and Cases from Early...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Instructional Coach Michael Thomas to discuss his passion for supporting teachers, podcasting, and his advice to Instructional Coaches during the cold days of winter! If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: Question Topic: How can a coach successfully support every teacher when trying to support a large number of school buildings? Weekly Topic Transitioning from Teacher to Instructional Coach First presentations as an Instructional Coach Covering a 62 School / 25,000 student school district as an Instructional Coach with a 3 Coach Team A Typical Day as an Instructional Coach Supporting Teachers Creating Training Videos Supporting/Promoting Computer Science Lessons Creating Digital Learning Newsletters in SWAY and pushing through the LMS 22 Tools for 2022 (District Badging System) Communicating with district coaches through Teams Chat Favorite Applications for Instructional Coaching Microsoft Presenter Coach Microsoft SWAY Why it's important to spotlight teachers How to connect teachers despite not being able to visit their classrooms Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and more! [convertkit form=3439843] Contact the Podcast! TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach Email: feedback@teachercast.net About our Guest: Michael Thomas (Senior Learning Digital Analysist) Michael was born in Burlington, VT and lived there most of his life. Having the opportunity for authentic learning experiences throughout his formative education years he wanted to deliver that to his future students. After completing his education through Johnson State College with a degree in Education he began his work in education as a...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Tammy Musiowsky-Borneman, co-author of the new ASCD book "The Minimalist Teacher" to discuss how Instructional Coaches can create a more focused atmosphere for themselves and the world around them. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: Question Topic: How can I be more productive with my teachers ... by doing just a bit less than I am already doing? Weekly Topic What is a “Minimalist Classroom?” Do Less … Better How to declutter your: Physical environment Curriculum World around you? How can Instructional Coaches support teachers during a those of the year when there are SO MANY district and building initiatives to keep track of? How can we help our classrooms stay focused on the important aspects of day to day activities? What is the Triple P Cycle? Advice for Instructional Coaches supporting teachers in multiple buildings when they also have an extremely cluttered life The importance of bringing principles of lifestyles that create calm and applicability to schools. Sharing ideas about how we began this work is helpful for educators to know and how we try to live these ideas in our lives as educators. Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and more! [convertkit form=3439843] About our Guests Tammy Musiowsky-Borneman [caption id="attachment_19043" align="alignright" width="166"] Click Above to Purchase the Book[/caption] Tammy Musiowsky-Borneman has been in the field of education for over 20 years, working primarily with elementary school students and teachers. She currently works at Kokua Academy in Kona, Hawai'i as the school's Head of Teaching & Learning. She is the founder of Plan Z Professional Learning Services and an ASCD author. Over the years, Tammy has also taught and led inHawai'i, Singapore, New York...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Instructional Coach Renee Dawson to discuss the various ways that Coaches can start meaningful and authentic conversations that result in positive interactions in the classroom. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast.  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: Question Topic What are great ways of connecting with teachers that are effective in helping coaches enter classrooms and have meaningful interactions with teachers? Weekly Topic Instructional Coaching Conversation Starters that Actually Work! Sample Conversation Starters What can I take off your plate? Which of these ways could I be the most helpful to you? co-planning, curating resources, providing time for collaboration with another teacher, etc, other What is on your mind? What can I do to help your process? What is going well? How can I support you? What are you struggling with? What information do you need? How can I be a partner to you this week, quarter, semester, etc What is currently keeping you up at night? What part can I play in this process? Are there any ways I can support you? What problems can I help you solve? What are a few things that I can help you organize to be more efficient and feel less stressed? What is something I can try to take off your plate to help you out? Tell me what is working in your classroom. Where are your victories happening? What are your goals this week? Do you want me to listen or would you like me to give you constructive feedback? What task takes up a lot of time? Can I cover your class while you use the restroom and grab some coffee? Tips for Second-Year Instructional Coaches Create a schedule and stick to it Put everything on your calendar Use a Booking Calendar Microsoft Bookings Calendry Create a Wakelet with your Coaching Menu and Feedback Forms (NEED A LINK) Create a communication system with your teachers Calendar Booking App GroupMe Personal Organization Wakelet Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year....

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff and Susan discuss how important it is to create a funnel system from your faculty meetings that help you land meaningful collaborations in the classroom. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: Question Topic: How do I make the most out of my faculty meeting opportunities so that I can get traction in the classroom with my teachers? Weekly Topic What is the purpose of the Faculty meeting? Creating a Funnel System out of your Faculty Meetings What is a Funnel System? How does a Funnel work? Understanding the three types of building-based Professional Development Large Group Faculty Meetings Medium Group Department / Grade Level Meetings Small Group 1:1 Planning Sessions Bonus Round In-Class Support How does the funnel work? Principal Role (Before the PD) Set the stage and provide a direction I am asking the coach the share this topic because it is a goal of our school Coaches Role (During the PD) Create a dynamic learning experience that involves everyone in the school Generals Role (During the PD) Pick up the ball and run with it to inspire others Principal Role (After the PD) “I am asking the Coach to meet with each of you as a department/grade level to make sure you are comfortable planning for this new skill. Follow up Communication (After the PD) Email to Teachers with Follow up links / booking form Next Steps - Department/Grade Level meetings - 1:1 Meetings - In-Classroom Pop-ins How do you create a funnel of your own? Work with your principal and share the vision for getting into classrooms by first meeting with all teachers. Have your meeting dates set up with the principal before the PD session Have your follow up email and resources ready to go End the PD session by telling the teachers that they will be seeing you in their classrooms to support on this new skill that is being requested by the principal. Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and more! [convertkit form=3439843] Contact the Podcast! http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AskTheTechCoach) Email:...

Carmen Coleman is the OVEC Chief of Transformational Learning and Leading/Deeper Learning Leader. She has a long educational leadership resume including Chief Academic Information Officer, Associate Professor, Superintendent, Principal, Teacher and several other academic leadership positions.We go way back and have a great conversation about deeper learning and Project Based Learning. We also have a "need to know" on continuing your work so that it's still going strong ten years from now? It's all about relationships and your strong network.  Episode Highlights: [02:05] "Need to Know": How do I stay grounded as a leader?[02:25] Relationships or your Professional Learning Network is important. You need to connect with like-minded people. [08:36] Carmen became intent on helping kids realize their potential.[12:24] With the project based approach kids were solving real life problems.[18:30] Carmen wanted the vision at their school to become a living vision statement.[21:10] Creating learning experiences that show evidence of success is part of PBL. [27:03] The importance of having a North Star and knowing the end game you want to accomplish. [33:44] If you're on the fence about PBL, find out what's holding you back.Resources & Links Related to this EpisodeWhat is PBL?Ask RyanMagnify Learning YouTubeProject Based Learning Stories and Structures: Wins, Fails, and Where to StartRyan Steuer Twitter @ryansteuerPBL Workshops For Schools & DistrictsCommunity Partner ResourcesStrategies For Supporting PBL In Your School Or District Ohio Valley Educational Cooperativeccoleman@ovec.orgCarmen Coleman @kids_inspire TwitterLeading for Deeper Learning, A Series in Four Parts, Part 1: Setting the Scene

Send us a textCarmen Coleman is the OVEC Chief of Transformational Learning and Leading/Deeper Learning Leader. She has a long educational leadership resume including Chief Academic Information Officer, Associate Professor, Superintendent, Principal, Teacher and several other academic leadership positions.We go way back and have a great conversation about deeper learning and Project Based Learning. We also have a "need to know" on continuing your work so that it's still going strong ten years from now? It's all about relationships and your strong network. Episode Highlights: [02:05] "Need to Know": How do I stay grounded as a leader?[02:25] Relationships or your Professional Learning Network is important. You need to connect with like-minded people. [08:36] Carmen became intent on helping kids realize their potential.[12:24] With the project based approach kids were solving real life problems.[18:30] Carmen wanted the vision at their school to become a living vision statement.[21:10] Creating learning experiences that show evidence of success is part of PBL. [27:03] The importance of having a North Star and knowing the end game you want to accomplish. [33:44] If you're on the fence about PBL, find out what's holding you back.Resources & Links Related to this EpisodeWhat is PBL?Ask RyanMagnify Learning YouTubeProject Based Learning Stories and Structures: Wins, Fails, and Where to StartRyan Steuer Twitter @ryansteuerPBL Workshops For Schools & DistrictsCommunity Partner ResourcesStrategies For Supporting PBL In Your School Or District Ohio Valley Educational Cooperativeccoleman@ovec.orgCarmen Coleman @kids_inspire TwitterLeading for Deeper Learning, A Series in Four Parts, Part 1: Setting the Scene

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff and Susan discuss the importance of setting SMART Goals for Instructional Coaches. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: Question Topic: What is the best way to create yearly SMART Goals as an Instructional Coach? Setting Goals as an Instructional Coach What is a SMART Goal? Should coaches have professional growth goals just like teachers? How to align coaching goals with the district/school goals/vision Thoughts on Creating Coaching SMART Goals Goals should provide clarity Goals should provide motivation Goals should provide an objective standard for improvement If you are given a goal by someone else rather than creating it yourself, it may not resonate as strongly. When working with a group of coaches, how should your goals be setup? All coaches have the same goals All coaches have similar goals All coaches have individual goals Link of Interest: https://www.instructionalcoaching.com/should-we-forget-about-goals-and-just-focus-on-habits/ (Should We Forget About Goals and Just Focus on Habits? by: Jim Knight) https://www.thecoachingtoolscompany.com/smart-goals-complete-guide-for-coaches-with-pdf/#SMART-Acronym-Graphic (Setting SMART Goals) Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and more! [convertkit form=3439843] Contact the Podcast! http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AskTheTechCoach) Email: feedback@teachercast.net Subscribe to “Ask the Tech Coach” https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-tech-coach-podcast-for-instructional-technology/id1067586243 (Apple Podcasts) https://open.spotify.com/show/3X8JwTCC5eeWUff8FHFeKR (Spotify) https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5jYXB0aXZhdGUuZm0vYXNrdGhldGVjaGNvYWNoLw (Google Podcasts) https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dd92d8f6-fb5c-401b-9267-214dc5274709/ASK-THE-TECH-COACH (Amazon Music) Follow our Podcast on Social Media The TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | http://www.twitter.com/teachercast (@TeacherCast) Ask the Tech Coach Podcast | http://www.twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AsktheTechCoach) Follow our Hosts Jeff Bradbury | http://www.twitter.com/jeffbradbury (@JeffBradbury) Susan Vincentz | https://twitter.com/sv314dws...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff and Susan sit down to discus our top productivity tricks for Instructional Coaches to help YOU create a “second brain” If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: Question Topic: How do I not only get organized, but stay organized during a long and crazy school year when I barely have time to sit down and breathe each day? Weekly Topic Coaching Productivity Tips are Create a Coaching Data Tracker using Google or Microsoft Forms Convert the spreadsheet into charts and graphs Showcase the charts and graphs in Google Sites or in an Excel dashboard Task Tracker Applications https://www.teachercast.net/7-steps-to-becoming-a-gmail-power-user/ (Google Tasks for On-Going or one time reminders) Microsoft To-Do Create habits and systems for the things you need to accomplish and keep up with Connect it to your email system (Outlook/Gmail) so it tracks important email Start slowly adding things to your system little bits at a time Create a system for booking yourself https://youtu.be/wkt4KWlnxhM (Google Calendar Appointment Schedules) https://www.teachercast.net/microsoft-bookings-a-complete-educators-guide-for-creating-appointments/ (Microsoft Bookings) Conversation Notebook Applications http://docs.google.com (Google Docs) http://keep.google.com (Google Keep) https://www.microsoft.com/en-ww/microsoft-365/word (Microsoft Word) https://www.teachercast.net/make-teaching-life-simple-using-microsoft-onenotes-awesome-templates-onenoteedu-microsoftedu/ (Microsoft OneNote) Build capacity in your building/district with other teachers Email Productivity Tips https://youtu.be/QGJQj7ohEh4 (Create Email Rules) to filter new content that hits your inbox Multiple Email Signatures (example: for students, parents, teachers) https://www.teachercast.net/7-steps-to-becoming-a-gmail-power-user/ (Create Email Templates) Create Folders/Labels Don't keep your inbox filled up - Create a reply/follow up folder to keep the overwhelming feeling down https://youtu.be/Xz7udgazmGs (Schedule Send is your best friend) Google Drive Productivity Tips https://youtu.be/CrK0umBM0qA (Color coded folders) https://youtu.be/R5W3GVd-6WU (Smart Chips) Create Meeting agendas & Meeting notes https://youtu.be/QGJQj7ohEh4 (Create email drafts) Review tracking chart with drop down menus https://youtu.be/JfWBPD05VKs (Notification Settings) Make workspaces for specific projects or cycles using the Priority option Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff and Susan discuss our recommended and most effective ways of writing down important notes and other things to remember throughout the day as an Instructional Coach. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: How can an Instructional Coach stay organized during a busy day? Weekly Topic How Do I Keep All of my Notes Organized as a Coach? Admin meetings / Team Meetings General supporting the campus meetings (not coaching) Plans for Trainings / Presentations for PD, Conferences etc. Coaching/Planning notes (coaching a team or teacher) Reflecting after a project (the wrap up and next steps) Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all of​f his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and more!   [convertkit form=3439843] Contact the Podcast! http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AskTheTechCoach) Email: feedback@teachercast.net Subscribe to “Ask the Tech Coach” https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-tech-coach-podcast-for-instructional-technology/id1067586243 (Apple Podcasts) https://open.spotify.com/show/3X8JwTCC5eeWUff8FHFeKR (Spotify) https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5jYXB0aXZhdGUuZm0vYXNrdGhldGVjaGNvYWNoLw (Google Podcasts) https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dd92d8f6-fb5c-401b-9267-214dc5274709/ASK-THE-TECH-COACH (Amazon Music) Follow our Podcast on Social Media The TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | http://www.twitter.com/teachercast (@TeacherCast) Ask the Tech Coach Podcast | http://www.twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AsktheTechCoach) Follow our Hosts Jeff Bradbury | http://www.twitter.com/jeffbradbury (@JeffBradbury) Susan Vincentz | https://twitter.com/sv314dws (@)https://twitter.com/sv314dws (sv314dws) Join our PLN Are you enjoying the TeacherCast Network, please share your thoughts with the world by https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-tech-coach-the-teachercast-educational-network/id1067586243?mt=2 (commenting on iTunes) today? I enjoy reading and sharing your comments on the podcast each week. The Teach Better Podcast Network The Teach Better Podcast Network is dedicated to supporting the entire school ecosystem through in-depth conversations around topics you care about. Covering a variety of areas in education, each podcast aims to support educators in the field...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff welcomes Lauren Kelly, the Director of Membership and Community at ISTE on the podcast to discuss the ISTE Community Leaders Program. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: Question Topic: What is the ISTE Community Leader program? Weekly Topic What is the ISTE Community Leader program? History of ... How do Community Leaders support the ISTE Community? Twitter Chats @ISTECommunity Monthly Twitter Spaces Conversations ISTE Connect Webinars Podcasts Meetups Newsletters The importance of volunteering in the community What makes ISTE so special of an event to attend? What can we expect in 2023 at ISTE Philadelphia? Call for Participation – new formats, new opportunities to get involved Deadline September 30 https://conference.iste.org/2023/presenters/submit_proposal.php (https://conference.iste.org/2023/presenters/submit_proposal.php)? About our Guest: Lauren Kelly Lauren Kelly is the Director of Membership and Community at ISTE, where she's had the pleasure of building community among educators for the last five years. You can find her on Twitter http://twitter.com/lauren_iste (@lauren_iste). About the ISTE Community Leaders ISTE Community Leaders are year-round volunteers in the ISTE member community. They support our community by empowering educators to connect around topics of common interest to improve their practice and transform teaching and learning. ISTE members can find them around ISTE Connect, our member community, and everyone can connect with them on Twitter @ISTECommunity. The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) is home to a passionate community of global educators who believe in the power of technology to transform teaching and learning, accelerate innovation and solve tough problems in education. ISTE inspires the creation of solutions and connections that improve opportunities for all learners by delivering: practical guidance, evidence-based professional learning, virtual networks, thought-provoking events and the https://www.iste.org/iste-standards (ISTE Standards). ISTE is also the leading publisher of books focused on technology in education. For more information or to become an ISTE member, visit https://www.iste.org/ (iste.org). Subscribe to ISTE's https://www.youtube.com/user/istevideos (YouTube channel) and connect with ISTE on https://twitter.com/iste (Twitter) or https://www.facebook.com/ISTEconnects/ (Facebook). Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all of​f his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff and Susan discus the various ways that an Educational Technology Brand should be supporting Instructional Coaches so that they can be successful in implementing that tool or application in the classroom. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: How can a Tech Company best support Instructional Coaches? Weekly Topic How can Educational Brands best support Instructional Coaches to have their products and applications be properly used in the classroom? How can EdTech Brands Support Instructional Coaches? Understand what a Coach is and the role they play in the school district They aren't teachers … but they are They aren't administrators … but they are They aren't decision makers … but they are They don't control money … but they do They don't teach students … but they do Speak to Coaches using teacher language … not corporate language It's an app or a website … it's not a “solution” Help us understand what the product is going to do and how it is going to save a teacher time. Relationships between vendors and coaches - “Trust, but verify. Relationships with vendor partners and customers are grounded in Performance and Trust, but verifying what you have been told is always an important aspect of purchases and support.” --- Keith Frank, Proven Learning EdTech Sales - Kentucky Provide resources for the coach to share with their teachers so that they don't have to feel like they need to make their own tutorials. Be active on Social Media Trials and Demos are a great way to help the coach get a feel for the product and how it would help a teacher's productivity.   Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all of​f his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and more!   [convertkit form=3439843] Contact the Podcast! http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AskTheTechCoach) Email: feedback@teachercast.net Subscribe to “Ask the Tech Coach” https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-tech-coach-podcast-for-instructional-technology/id1067586243 (Apple Podcasts) https://open.spotify.com/show/3X8JwTCC5eeWUff8FHFeKR (Spotify) https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5jYXB0aXZhdGUuZm0vYXNrdGhldGVjaGNvYWNoLw (Google Podcasts)...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff welcomes Instructional Specialist and author Miriam Plotinsky on the podcast to discuss … If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: Question Topic: How can Caoches support high quality teaching in the classroom? Weekly Topic Why are teachers micromanaging their classrooms? Whose fault is it? I might be a micromanager if … Is “non-hover” teaching the same as Flipping your Classroom? Students can learn and take responsibility for their learning Choice-based instruction How do you shift the mindset in the classroom? The importance of relationship building Engagement vs Investment What is Choice-Based Instruction? Should teaching and learning be “hands-off”? About our Guest: Miriam Plotinsky Miriam Plotinsky is an author and instructional specialist who addresses challenges in both teaching and leading across schools with a wide range of differentiated needs. A strong advocate for student-centered learning, she provides coaching and professional development for teachers and administrators. Her first book, Teach More, Hover Less: How to Stop Micromanaging Your Secondary Classroom (W.W. Norton & Company, 2022), is a practical guide to a student-centered instructional approach that removes the necessity of teacher micromanagement. Miriam is widely published in Education Week, Edutopia, ASCD Express, The Teaching Channel, EdSurge, K-12 Talk and Education World. She is also a National Board-Certified Teacher with additional certification in administration and supervision. Links of Interest Website: http://www.miriamplotinsky.com (http://www.miriamplotinsky.com) Twitter: https://twitter.com/mirplomcps (@MirPloMCPS) About the Book: Teach More, Hover Less A hover-free classroom starts with a dynamic class community. Our image of a classroom community in secondary education is rapidly evolving. The experience of remote learning during a pandemic has altered our mental picture of students occupying rows of desks with a teacher nearby, closely monitoring their activities. But even when teachers are able to be in physical proximity to their students, the research is clear that students need to be empowered to take ownership of their learning in order to be fully engaged. The question this book explores is: How can teachers step back, stop micromanaging, and allow students more agency? In this engaging guide, instructional specialist Miriam Plotinsky breaks hover-free teaching down into four sequential stages: mindset, deeper relationships, planning for engagement, and choice-based instruction. Her book shows how teachers can free themselves from helicopter habits and allow students greater control of their own learning, while still managing and maximizing classroom time effectively. https://wwnorton.com/books/9781324019879 (https://wwnorton.com/books/9781324019879) Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff welcomes Martin McGauran on the podcast to discuss the importance of teaching Digital Citizenship to both our students, and our teachers. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: What is the difference between Digital Citizenship and Digital Literacy? Weekly Topic Digital Citizenship vs Digital Literacy Digital Citizenship is NOT “Cyber Safety” Digital Citizenship is “What you do online” How can Coaches support teachers in teaching Digital Citizenship in their lesson plans Current state of digital citizenship education in elementary classrooms (Australia vs USA) Australia – National Digital Citizenship Curriculum “Digital Safety – and Well Being” Important Topics in Digital Citizenship Social Media Awareness & Safety Online Gaming & Online Conversations Meta Worlds and “second life” type of virtual environments How to Report what you see online … safely and respectfully Don't vs Do's in student user agreements Explicit vs embedded digital citizenship Where to find good resources about Digital Citizenship Common Sense Media Be Internet Awesome http://esafety.gov.au/ (gov.au) (Government Organization) http://ollieonlinedownunder.com/   Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all of​f his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and more!   [convertkit form=3439843] About our Guest: Martin McGuaran Marty McGauran is an Australian primary (elementary) school teacher and educational consultant with over 12 years experience in schools. He is a qualified teacher, holds a Masters of Education (ICT & Digital Learning) as well as being a Google for Education Certified Trainer and Innovator. In 2018 he founded Inform and Empower, with the aim of redesigning and rethinking the way that digital safety and wellbeing is delivered in primary schools. Marty's passion for digital citizenship & online safety comes from his extensive experience as both a classroom teacher & school technology/curriculum leader. He is equally energised presenting to parents & carers, teachers or students! In 2022 his live streamed incursion program (Every Term, Every Student) reaches an Australian audience of 21,000 students. Links of Interest Website: http://www.informandempower.com.au (informandempower.com.au) Twitter:...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff welcomes Lisa Kuhn from Forward-Edge on the podcast to discuss the importance of Data Collection in the daily lives of an Instructional Coach. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network), is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (Click Here to Join!) Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: In what ways should Instructional Coaches be collecting and using Data to support their programs? Get The Support You Need For Your Instructional Coaching Program Today! Are you searching for the best ways to support and grow your Instructional Coaching program this year?  The best way to do that is by joining the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network. By joining the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network, you will have access to: 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district … tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all of​f his “offline” content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and “Ask the Tech Coach” podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars … and more! Join The TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network Today! [convertkit form=3439843] Weekly Topic The importance of understanding the power of Data Collection as Instructional Coaches You either love it or hate it. Data, that is. What types of Data are important to keep Ways to upgrade your "thread count" for interacting with data. How to … and how NOT to keep and collect Data Who needs to see the data? How long should you keep it? When should you start to keep it? Where you should you display it? ISTE Presentations on Data collection and sharing https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1hYwyMBP521R05lxIXVBYPkO1Ya8rw_tW-env3PuawVo/present (Data Between the Sheets link) How I became interested in Data Studio and sharing it with my teachers. Ways to upgrade your "thread count" for interacting with data. Examples of ways tech coaches might use data as well as ways they can encourage their teachers to use it! Links of Interest https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1hYwyMBP521R05lxIXVBYPkO1Ya8rw_tW-env3PuawVo/present (Data Between the Sheets link) Podcast: https://www.teachercast.net/captivate-podcast/innovating-classrooms-through-conference-professional-development (Keeping Professional Development in Tune with the Current Educational Climate) Coaching Hashtags to Follow #EduCoachChat #ISTE2022 / ISTELIVE #FECamp22 #FEK12 Accounts to follow @EDUCoachNetwork @ForwardEdgeOH @RRCoachCast Links:...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff welcomes Instructional Coach Debbie Tannenbaum on the podcast to discuss her strategies for starting an Instructional Coaching position in a new district and why it's important to support teachers of extremely young learners. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network), is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (Click Here to Join!) Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: How can you support teachers in the classroom to build creativity in young learners? Weekly Topic Creating with Littles Strategies for starting out in a new coaching position … when you are a veteran coach How to enter a new district as an instructional coach Set up a meeting with your principal Get to know the culture of learning and the culture of the school How do they want to use the position How to craft their vision of how technology should be used in the classroom Always Be Listening Keep focused on teacher needs first … then let the digital learning conversations happen naturally “Planning with Intent” Start with learning objectives Then bring the technology Remember to ask “Why” … multiple times How to create a toolbox that supports both older and younger students The importance of getting into classrooms of “littles” early in the school year to get them to accept you as also being a “little” Strategies for getting down and dirty with young learners First computer skills to support digital learning skills Holding the computer Learning how to use digital link Opening and closing hinges Helping students learn how to share their work with others To share -vs- to publish https://www.teachbetter.com/blog/tech-better-one-icon-at-a-time-digital-learning-environments/ (Looking at the world in Icons (One Icon at a Time)) Supporting young learners in doing tasks to keep them energized and engaged Build your skills over the course of time rather than “one day and done” Always be reinforcing their skills Topic Links of Interest https://www.teachbetter.com/blog/tech-better-one-icon-at-a-time-digital-learning-environments/ (One Icon at a Time) https://www.amazon.com/TRANSFORM-Techy-Notes-Learning-Sticky/dp/177753495X/ref=sr_1_3?crid=37MS3W0YLX1EW&keywords=transform+techy+notes+to+make+learning+sticky&qid=1657476846&sprefix=transform+techy+notes+to+make+learning+sticky%2Caps%2C51&sr=8-3 (TRANSFORM- Techy Notes to Make Learning Sticky) https://www.amazon.com/Amplify-Learning-Collaborative-Amplifying-Instructional/dp/1953852874/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=amplifying+instructional+design&qid=1657476908&sprefix=amplifying+in%2Caps%2C66&sr=8-1 (Amplifying Instructional Design) #CreaetingWithLittles https://twitter.com/search?q=k2can2 (K2Can2) About our Guest Debbie Tannenbaum An educator with over twenty years of experience, Debbie Tannenbaum works each and every day to “transform” learning using...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff welcomes Instructional Coach Brenny Kummer on the podcast to discuss how Universal Design for Learning can be deployed in your school district. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network), is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (Click Here to Join!) Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: What is Universal Design and how can it be used to support digital learning in the classroom? Weekly Topic Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Based upon brain research at Harvard by http://cast.org/ (org) Promotes inclusive, accessible design for ALL The learning environment is what you focus on changing, improving to champion variability and diversity by providing options to remove barriers UDL in environment design – for all learners – including adult learners Consider your learning goals Consider what barriers may exist in reaching these goals Barriers = External aspects in the learning environment that may hinder learning. Examples: Time, pace, format of training, format of training materials Variability= Internal characteristics; what makes our learners unique; we can't necessary change variability, but can celebrate it by removing barriers! Consider what options can be provided to help remove learning barriers (use the UDL guidelines as a reference) Barriers to engagement: unsure of learning goal, little personal relevance, options/choice, self-reflection/assessment UDL design solutions: Share instructional/coaching goals, provide choice in the trainings (options in training materials, modality, such as paper and online materials or self-paced vs. Guided), exit ticket reflections Barriers to representation: format of training materials, option to do guided practice UDL design solutions: Accessible design of resources (closed captions, alt tagged, images, etc.), options in training materials/resources (video, text, images), provide option for guided practice/application of content Barriers to action, expression: format of interactivity in training sessions, reflection opportunities UDL design solutions: Guided/scaffolded practice in the training, hands-on opportunities vs. Only sit and get, provide different ways for staff to interact with one another and the content in the training session (online chat boards, in person conversation, digital and online spaces) Reflect, redesign, reiterate! Links of Interest on UDL https://docs.google.com/document/d/1L0XTHFwVz7OZ1vbj5qCf3_Q4bFLrdHXhg_YyMKsCzZc/edit?usp=sharing (Coaching with UDL: Planning Sheet) https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZFrpsmOz9bw2IVYKEhh2O4Y7m3Mr03v8AvAaBmhLjJc/edit?usp=sharing (UDL 101 HyperDoc Training) (Self-Paced Training) with examples from classrooms ISTE 22 Presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/15ZOzU4b6dCmWqq6h1sbEwlMspSQQ8bH7wyeJLHwxfyE/edit?usp=sharing (Spice Up Coaching with Educator Voice, Choice) (and UDL) About our Guest Brenny Kummer Brenny Kummer is...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff welcomes Instructional Coach, Michelle Manning on the podcast to discuss the importance of supporting teachers through innovative practices in the classroom. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network), is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (Click Here to Join!) Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: How can a Coach invite innovative practices into the classroom … when they are spread thin in multiple buildings? Weekly Topic Thoughts on a new school year How to be a successful Instructional Coach after a few years under your belt Setting Instructional Coaching goals for the upcoming school year Meeting with teachers More connections with Administrators and building Leadership teams Strategies for reinventing the coaching position at the beginning of a new school year Visit faculty meetings Tech Coaching Menu Surveys for checking in with teachers Do “edubribes” work in gaining trust and building relationships with teachers How to easily suggest that a teacher try something new Set the stage with simple conversations Offer to coteach a class or teach the subject yourself to model the topic Offer to help build or support their lesson planning Strategies for supporting teachers across multiple buildings through your calendar, video, and Google Forms Supporting additional coaches in a single school building … working together as a team Why gamify? Practice makes perfect? - No - Practice makes permanent self-checking immediate feedback blended learning flipped classroom extra practice test review practice again streamline/chunk to avoid visually overwhelming long worksheets modify / differentiate They can ‘play / practice' again and again; once worksheet is done – it's done FUN!!   How to gamify? Google Slides “escape rooms”, riddle rooms, Jenga, board games (game of life) Once you have the template it's easy to modify for different themes   How to modify games? change the number of choices change the number of questions add ‘hints' on the TRY AGAIN page add images add audio add video fast finisher enrichment extra practice   Flipped / Putting the Students in Control of the lesson science lesson Instead of watching video as whole class, video is chunked into smaller pieces for better retention Students watch at own pace, minimal distractions, can rewind, etc Students can take notes at their own pace using varied method (typing, writing, voice, drag & drop; have a copy of notes if needed, didn't complete, etc Use a tool like Kami where you can push out the answers after so students have accurate notes Taking obstacles out of the way to get to your end ‘game' - the content   About our Guest Michelle Manning Michelle was an elementary classroom teacher for over 26 years before...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff welcome Annamarie Rinehart and Emily Cowan from Forward Edge on the podcast to discuss the importance of starting the school year off in the right direction by building supportive and positive relationships with teachers and building administrators. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow! Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all of​f his "offline" content that he creates during the school year. Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups. Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program! Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars ... and more!   [convertkit form=3439843] Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: How can Instructional Coaches start the year off on the right foot after attending summer professional development? Weekly Topic Thoughts on the 2022 ISTE Conference https://blog.google/outreach-initiatives/education/theanywhereschool-classroom/ (Google Adaptive Learning Lab) What new and exciting innovations were showcased at the conference? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-UgPQ6OvAk (Google Classroom Practice Sets) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUAieYcreoc (Cast Moderator for Google Chrome) How can you take what you learn at conferences and turnkey them into district conversations? Take detailed notes during the conference Create a system for post-conference debriefing Create a list of what will most impact students and how much work will the teachers need to do to learn the skill Having important conversations with Administration about new and best practices in staff development and classroom innovation Stay updated on building and district goals How to help your coaching goals and vision match up with their goals and visions Setting up the Coaching role during the first staff meeting Have your elevator pitch Short and sweet but very clear and concise Don't talk (at first) about Tech or Instructional Design Get to know your teachers as people Always be conversation driven … not tech driven How to keep current climates in mind when working with adult learners Setting up Coaches in a leadership position in the building / district Using leadership meetings to find your “generals” to get into classrooms and build relationships The importance of continual PD for Instructional Coaches Use all your interactions and relationships as professional development for yourself Keep asking questions of your teachers about how “they” are doing things so you can learn more, build relationships, and pass...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff welcomes Instructional Coach Carmella Berthia to discuss the importance of helping both the classroom AND the special area teachers in your building. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network), is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (Click Here to Join!) Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: How much time should Instructional Coaches be spending with special area teachers? Weekly Topic What should the goal be for they enter the new school year? Always think of using Technology as a tool to support your curricular goals Don't get over whelmed … start the year slowly and work your way up Get to know your students … find out what they need and support them How to get into classrooms to make connections with new and returning teachers? Walk the hallways and say hello … get to know everyone as much as possible Don't forget to create meaningful relationships with everyone in the school The importance of not only working with classroom teachers, but also with special area subject teachers such as art, music, special education, physical education. The arts are integrated into all curriculum in one form or another and digital learning skills are important to incorporate into every aspect of the school building. Arts Digital Art – Graphic Design Music Creating beats and building new instruments https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=db7577d458202defc340c16fa11015d016ddc747441104d42512a5738a11e39cJmltdHM9MTY1NzYzMTgyOSZpZ3VpZD04Y2MyOWMzYS02NmVlLTRiYTItYTk2NS02NmY0Y2IzOTU4ODImaW5zaWQ9NTI1MA&ptn=3&fclid=eee4e164-01e4-11ed-948e-12a8cdc672d3&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubXVzaWNmaXJzdC5jb20v&ntb=1 (Music First) – App https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=620deda49409b3bdb02ca4cb8f63b63ec5f97896e0deddc36e09c4f3e34f1ae8JmltdHM9MTY1NzYzMTgwOCZpZ3VpZD0wOGIzODkxNi0wNDU0LTQ2YzEtODI5MC00YjczZTEwOGIzZmImaW5zaWQ9NTE3MQ&ptn=3&fclid=e28c093f-01e4-11ed-b8c0-c65cd8ea673b&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly90b25lc2F2dnkuY29tLw&ntb=1 (ToneSavvy) - App Should special area teachers have digital learning skills in mind when working with students? Why do you think special subject teachers are often overlooked when it comes to purchasing educational apps for the school? How to support special subject area teachers in making choices for classroom projects and application usage? Why might some special area teachers be averse to using technology in their classrooms? Time constraints on their class Scheduling Classroom equipment or location (travel teachers) What are some tips for coaches when selecting technology for their teachers? Advocating for special area teachers with building and district administrators About our Guest Carmella Berthia http://twitter.com/carmellaberthia (Carmella Berthia) is a nationally certified teacher & instructional coach with years of experience training educators to integrate...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff welcomes Alissa DeVito, Director of Technology and Innovation at Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School in North Philadelphia, on the podcast do learn how school administrators can leverage their Instructional Coaches as building leaders to support their curricular and strategic goals. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network), is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (Click Here to Join!) Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: Should my principal be looking for me to be “just a tech coach” or is there a way for me to become a member of my school's leadership team?” Weekly Topic What defines an Instructional Coach? How to survive coaching in many school buildings. What roles do Instructional Coaches play in the classroom? Should Administrators be leveraging their Instructional Coaches to perform tasks outside of the classroom? How? In what ways? Why is this important? Should Instructional Coaching be seen as a steppingstone to higher level administration positions? What is a traditional pathway from being an Instructional Coach to being a Technology Director or Coordinator? What are the changing needs of Technology Leadership in today's school districts? What skills should an Instructional Coach pick up to make them more appealing for administrative interviews? How can an Instructional Coach show leadership skills in their building, department, and school district? Links Mentioned on the Podcast https://www.cosn.org/careers-certification/cetl-certification/ (CETL Certification) https://www.coursera.org/ (Coursera Online Courses) About our Guest Alissa DeVito Alissa is the Director of Technology and Innovation at Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School in North Philadelphia. This hybrid role includes school leadership, tech coaching, and more traditional tech director roles. Prior to her leadership at CRPHS, Alissa was a multischool Technology Integration Coach and Associate Director of EdTech for 7 years and a middle school classroom teacher for 7 years. Alissa loves reading, coffee, and chasing after her two kids (ages 5 and 2)! Links of Interest Twitter https://www.twitter.com/alissa_devito (@alissa_devito) Contact the Podcast! http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AskTheTechCoach) Email: feedback@teachercast.net Subscribe to “Ask the Tech Coach” https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-tech-coach-podcast-for-instructional-technology/id1067586243 (Apple Podcasts) https://open.spotify.com/show/3X8JwTCC5eeWUff8FHFeKR (Spotify) https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5jYXB0aXZhdGUuZm0vYXNrdGhldGVjaGNvYWNoLw (Google Podcasts) https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dd92d8f6-fb5c-401b-9267-214dc5274709/ASK-THE-TECH-COACH (Amazon Music) Follow our Podcast on Social Media The TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network |...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff and Susan welcome Instructional Coach Heather Esposito on the podcast to discuss the need for student voice inside of the classroom. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network), is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (Click Here to Join!) Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: How can Instructional Coaches support teachers in creating highly effective and authentic lessons while at the same time, keeping Student Voice in the conversation? Weekly Topic How to navigate conferences as an Instructional Coach How to set conference goals to support both professional learning and personal goals What are the Frameworks that coaches have to support teachers across various grade levels and content areas? Is a Coaching Framework a personal philosophy, or a district mandate? How to best explain your own Framework to teachers and administration to help them support you and your digital learning mission. How to create standards and objective based coaching goals Ultimately, coaching is about helping teachers support their students and showing your value in that process. Learning how to find a common goal with that teacher to build positive and professional relationships Ask questions Be positive Invite teachers to ask questions of you (the coach) to push the conversation forward The importance of understanding the learning and innovation curve Why should coaches set up appointments with administrators during the summer? Set up meetings to talk 1:1 Goal setting Get on the calendar Links of Interest https://docs.google.com/drawings/d/1PPUPNh2gvya5xYm7iGHvNjzlUPJRSJOhIsSjKKjWLg8/edit (Intersections: Hattie, Magana, Quaglia, Marzano) https://docs.google.com/drawings/d/1CQjeDB3kLCjr6khiUxrKZLKxv-tco6JRF6oPbafWFyY/edit (Technology Coaching Success Strategies) https://sites.google.com/chclc.org/iste-espositogellman-edtechcoa/home (EdTech Coaches Playground Google Site) Contact the Podcast! http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AskTheTechCoach) Email: feedback@teachercast.net Subscribe to “Ask the Tech Coach” https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-tech-coach-podcast-for-instructional-technology/id1067586243 (Apple Podcasts) https://open.spotify.com/show/3X8JwTCC5eeWUff8FHFeKR (Spotify) https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5jYXB0aXZhdGUuZm0vYXNrdGhldGVjaGNvYWNoLw (Google Podcasts) https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dd92d8f6-fb5c-401b-9267-214dc5274709/ASK-THE-TECH-COACH (Amazon Music) Follow our Podcast on Social Media The TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | http://www.twitter.com/teachercast (@TeacherCast) Ask the Tech Coach Podcast | http://www.twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AsktheTechCoach) Follow our Hosts Jeff Bradbury | http://www.twitter.com/jeffbradbury (@JeffBradbury) Susan Vincentz |...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff welcomes Johanna Wilson and Sarah Boyle from MASSCUE on the podcast to discuss the Google Certified Coaching Certification. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network), is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (Click Here to Join!) Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: How do you become a Google Certified Coach? Weekly Topic Should Instructional Coaches become Certified Coaches? What types of Certifications are available for Instructional Coaches? Google Level 1,2, Trainer Microsoft Innovative Educator, Trainer https://www.apple.com/education/k12/apple-learning-coach/ (Apple Learning Coach) Instructional Coaching Group: https://instructionalcoaching.eventsmart.com/events/instructional-coaching-an-introduction/ (8 Week Introduction) https://www.instructionalcoaching.com/virtual-coaching/ (16 Week Institute) (Jim Knight) Various credentials from online platforms What is the Google Certified Coaching Program? How does it work? Participants work through the Google Certified Coaching Curriculum, complete the skills assessment, and submit their application along with a portfolio. Rolling applications - notification within 4-6 weeks. What are the requirements? Level 1 and Level 2 Google Certified Educator How long does the program take to complete? The program is self-paced, but is designed to be completed throughout the school year. The curriculum takes ~ 20 hours to complete. Once completed participants take an assessment and then assemble their portfolio to submit along  with their application. Financial Requirements What do you learn from the program? The program is centered on the 5-Step Coaching Model, and provides a structured, research-proven set of strategies to drive impactful coaching interactions and technology use. The focus, however, is not on the technology rather on building the relationships, making this program useful for all educators in a coaching role (not just for Tech Integrators). Google highlights their Workspace tools as a means to assist coaches in their work. What is required to maintain your Certification? Once a Google Certified Coach, you need to report 100 hours of 1:1       coaching per year to maintain certification on the EDU Activity App as well as maintain your Google Level 1 & 2 educator status. How do you get help becoming a Google Certified Coach? MassCUE offers a cohort program where participants can work through the curriculum together. The next cohort begins August 1st and runs through February 2nd. The cost is $195 for MassCUE members / $235. for non-members. The goal of the Google Certified Coach Cohort Program is to help instructional coaches strengthen their practice and successfully become Google for Education Certified Coaches. The first cohort was a huge success and we're hoping for another great turnout this fall! Benefits of...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff and Susan welcome Instructional Coaches Jennifer Thomas and Jessica Brittingham onto the podcast to discuss their upcoming ISTE22 session and help you become an EdTech NINJA! If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network), is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (Click Here to Join!) Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: What are some good coaching sessions to attend at the ISTE Conference? Weekly Topic Our guests Jen Thomas and Jess Brittingham will be presenting at ISTE on Wednesday. They will talk about surviving as a tech coach. “Tech Coaching from Newbies to Ninjas” - https://sites.google.com/refreshedcoaching.com/coaching-survival-kit/about-us (https://sites.google.com/refreshedcoaching.com/coaching-survival-kit/about-us) Resources needed from August to July Relationship Building Templates Monthly Campaigns What should I think about here in the summer as a new tech coach? Getting started strong – intro emails, vision casting Survey forms, getting to know you forms, meet/greet slides Use conferences and networking opportunities with peers to break the ice and learn how to build those relationships How do I build a culture of coaching in my building/district? Defining your role How do we do our job Establishing “champions” for your coaching role Newsletter / Appointment Scheduling SMART Goals Coaching Campaigns About our Guests Jennifer Thomas Jen‌ ‌Thomas‌ ‌is‌ ‌a‌ ‌passionate‌ ‌technology‌ ‌educator‌ ‌who‌ ‌began‌ ‌her‌ ‌career‌ ‌in‌ ‌education‌ ‌as‌ ‌a‌ ‌library‌ ‌media‌ ‌specialist.‌ ‌After‌ ‌twelve‌ ‌years‌ ‌in‌ ‌the‌ ‌school‌ ‌library,‌ ‌she‌ ‌decided‌ ‌to‌ ‌shift‌ ‌her‌ ‌role‌ ‌and‌ ‌is‌ ‌now‌ ‌the‌ ‌Instructional‌ ‌Technology‌ ‌Specialist‌ ‌at‌ ‌Dartmouth‌ ‌High‌ ‌School‌ ‌in‌ ‌Dartmouth,‌ ‌Massachusetts.‌ ‌ She‌ ‌is‌ ‌dedicated‌ ‌to‌ ‌empowering‌ ‌teachers‌ ‌and‌ ‌students‌ ‌and‌ ‌has‌ ‌a‌ ‌strong‌ ‌interest‌ ‌in‌ ‌planning‌ ‌and‌ ‌delivering‌ ‌professional‌ ‌development‌ ‌in‌ ‌all‌ ‌aspects‌ ‌of‌ ‌educational‌ ‌technology.‌ ‌Jen‌ ‌is‌ ‌a‌ ‌Google‌ ‌Certified‌ ‌Educator,‌ ‌Google‌ ‌Certified‌ ‌Trainer,‌ ‌Google Certified Coach, and New England GEG Leader, and member of the Board of Directors for MassCUE (ISTE affiliate).  She facilitates‌ online‌ ‌professional‌ ‌development‌ ‌courses‌ ‌with‌ ‌a‌ ‌number‌ ‌of‌ ‌non-profit‌ ‌educational‌ ‌organizations and resides in Rhode Island with her husband, Charlie, and their three children, Cooper, Noah, and Caroline. @BlendedLibGirl Jessica Brittingham Jessica Brittingham grew up in Mission Viejo, California, and moved to Boston for college in 1997.  Jess earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in History from UMass Boston in 2000.  She earned a Master's Degree in Professional Writing from UMass Dartmouth in 2007.  She taught fourteen years of high school English in Westport and Dartmouth before assuming her role as Technology Integration Specialist with Uxbridge Public Schools.  Jess is a Google Certified Trainer, a...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff and Susan welcome Danielle McGee as we have a conversation about recharging as a coach after a challenging year. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network), is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (Click Here to Join!) Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: It's been a long 3 years for many Instructional Coaches ... what is the best way to relax and recharge for a new and challenging school year? Weekly Topic SEL – What is it? How do we become self-aware of our own wellbeing? Allow yourself to take the time to be aware of yourself and your own wellbeing Self-reflection – How are feeling about____? Goals for yourself as a coach/educator How do we manage our own stress levels and emotions while on the job? In what ways can we use this summer to recharge? Downtime Conferences Podcasts Family Time Cleaning the Inbox Coaching Activities in the Summer ISTE Instructional Coaches Network What might it look like in class, hallways, cafeteria, afterhours…. How you can incorporate SEL into your school, classroom & your personal life About our Guests Danielle has almost 20 years in the technology and education field, with focuses geared towards information technology, education, security, and data management. She's served several K12 school districts, Higher Ed, and corporate organizations as a professional development trainer and consultant. She currently serves as a Learning Technologies Administrator for the Education Technology Services team at Harvard and is the founder of Scared Sheetless, where they're taking the fear out of EdTech. Links of Interest Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/ScarEdSheetless (@ScarEdSheetless) Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/danigyrl79 (@danigyrl79) Contact the Podcast! http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AskTheTechCoach) Email: feedback@teachercast.net Subscribe to “Ask the Tech Coach” https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-tech-coach-podcast-for-instructional-technology/id1067586243 (Apple Podcasts) https://open.spotify.com/show/3X8JwTCC5eeWUff8FHFeKR (Spotify) https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5jYXB0aXZhdGUuZm0vYXNrdGhldGVjaGNvYWNoLw (Google Podcasts) https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dd92d8f6-fb5c-401b-9267-214dc5274709/ASK-THE-TECH-COACH (Amazon Music) Follow our Podcast on Social Media The TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | http://www.twitter.com/teachercast (@TeacherCast) Ask the Tech Coach Podcast | http://www.twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AsktheTechCoach) Follow our Hosts Jeff Bradbury | http://www.twitter.com/jeffbradbury (@JeffBradbury) Susan Vincentz | https://twitter.com/sv314dws (@)https://twitter.com/sv314dws (sv314dws) Join our PLN Are you enjoying the TeacherCast Network, please share your thoughts with the world by...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff sits down with Adam Jaurez, Brien Seymour, Jackie Patanio, and Tammy Dunbar to discuss our best tips and tricks for creating multi-hour presentations and workshops for both our school districts and large mega-conferences such as ISTE. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network), is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (Click Here to Join!) Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is:   Weekly Topic: How to Create Effective and Engaging Multi-Hour Presentations and Workshops Workshop Proposals Structure, Structure, Structure ... and Specific Timelines Have a catchy title Know your audience Be clear in your course descriptions Don't try to sell a product in your presentation Choose the category and topic that is currently hot! Planning & Preparing Showcase Time, Hands-On Time, Presentation Time and time for a few surprises! Contact vendors for freebies to give away to attendees Make sure you have your audience give aways all set and ready to go Creating Expectations Amplify on Social Media Contact attendees ahead of sessions (if you have emails) Stand in the hallways and bring people in Before the workshop happens Check Venue Check your Tech (have backups!) Be prepared to throw out the script if needed Create a bit.ly or short link that people can easily go to in case things aren't working. Workshop/Presentation Activities Allow others to shine – don't be the “sage on the stage” Hands-on, kinesthetic, group learning. Present like a wrestler! Playgrounds: Have an elevator pitch ready! Post Workshop Collection of all resources on Wakelet to share Saying Thank You Follow-up emails to attendees, recounting their successes, thanking them for their active participation and challenging them to do something in the future (maybe become a presenter themselves?) About our Guests Adam Jaurez Adam Juarez is a Technology Integration Coach for Cutler-Orosi Joint Unified School District. He supports teachers through individualized coaching, demo lessons and professional development. Adam is a Google Certified Trainer and Innovator, Leroy Finkel Fellowship Finalist, co-founder of #CVTechTalk, frequent speaker/presenter at various edtech events across the country, 2020 30 K-12 IT Influencers Worth a Follow (EdTech Magazine) and co-author of https://amzn.to/2KcY1t1 (The Complete EdTech Coach: A Organic Approach to Supporting Digital Learning.) | http://techcoachjuarez.com/ (techcoachjuarez.com) Brian Seymour Brian Seymour has 22 years in the education and technology field, and currently the Executive Director of Instructional Technology for Pickerington Schools in Ohio. Biggest honor as back in 2018 when Pickerington Schools was named ISTE's Distinguished District of the Year.| Twitter @SeymourEducate Jackie Patanio Jackie Patanio has 16 year in education serving as an elementary educator, technology coach and district technology...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff and Susan welcome Instructional Coaches Dr. Ashley McBride and Lisa Hockenberry on the program to discuss a variety of ways that we can support both our districts and school buildings in their summertime strategic planning. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network), is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (Click Here to Join!) Question of the Week Our 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: How can Instructional Coaches be used to support strategic growth both at the school and district level? Weekly Topic ISTELIVE22 What is happening at this year's conference for Instructional Coaches? Networking with other Coaches Creating something for coaches to have when they leave a session to use for the beginning of the school year Great Sessions for Instructional Coaches https://conference.iste.org/2022/program/search/detail_presenter.php?id=115582467 (Coaching for Creativity: Conversation Strategies and Activities to Support Reimagining the Classroom) https://conference.iste.org/2022/program/search/detail_presenter.php?id=115582467 (Creating Design Thinking Routines to Reimagine and Deepen Multimodal Lesson Delivery) https://conference.iste.org/2022/program/search/detail_presenter.php?id=115582467 (Using a Flexible Edtech-Focused Coaching Cycle to Provide Personalized Support) ISTE Playground Session – How students can use their voice through audio and video podcasts. Strategically planning professional learning for the upcoming new school. What is the vision/end goal? Gather data / Where are there gaps? Backwards mapping of skills needed How will I put coaching cycles in place around the needs? How do we accomplish this? Conversations with administrators and get them on board. Develop a team via PLC meetings to begin the strategic plan and decide how it will get carried out. Write common goals for the teachers / teams to move in a similar direction What if I don't have support as a coach to accomplish this? Have a plan written out of your own ideas of where the school/district might be going to help give direction and opportunity for conversation and planning. How do we be sure our plans are put into motion in the new school year? Continue to re-visit in regular meeting and updates with administrators and teacher meetings. About our Guests Lisa Hockenberry This is my 11th year in Frisco ISD. I've been a DLC for last 3 years at 2 elementary campuses. I previously taught 2nd for 6 years and 3rd for one year at another campus. I received my degree from Texas Woman's University. I am excited to be presenting again at ETC 2022 this summer. I love everything future ready! I love to collaborate with teachers to find new and innovative ways to implement technology and curriculum together. Twitter: @TechieCoach303 Dr. Ashley McBride Dr. Ashley McBride is currently the Digital Learning Initiative Consultant for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Prior

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff and Susan welcome several tech coach colleagues from around the country If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network), is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (Click Here to Join!) Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: What is the difference between coaching in elementary vs coaching secondary buildings? ISTE Podcast “The Edge” Brand new ISTE “The Edge Podcast” has launched. Listen today on https://open.spotify.com/show/6OyTd6PS1QDzi2RjoK5X4H?si=24cf7ef7879e46d8 (Spotify!) Coaching Elementary vs Coaching Secondary “Our department is going through a district realignment. Our coaches are being asked to coach at the secondary level.  What is the secondary world like? Do I use similar strategy to get into teachers classrooms as I do now?” Relationships across the board. Make them comfortable coming to you no matter what grade level. Remember Technology integration is the same basic concept. As the coach you are not expected to know the higher-level content; just be an encourager and motivator in teaching them how to integrate technology effectively. Similar strategies are definitely effective such as 1:1 coaching, Lunch/learns, etc. Etc. I Do-We Do-You Do model can be effective then word spreads to colleagues about the effectiveness of what you as a coach has taught them At the high school level, think about meeting with the department heads periodically to get a feel for how things are going and then fill the principal in throughout the year. Summertime Tips and Tricks for Teachers and Coaches Cleaning up / Organizing Digital Files for the end of year https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/12izbpQkswvz0Ck_JnpCPBZE-I8K0RgFDskYnEJYzexA/edit?usp=sharing (Digital Self-Care Slides) Google Takeout Know your district's policy on Intellectual Property Cleaning up LMS Class (Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology, etc.) https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cjeb59zCWsgrwbMsmGmZ0avj69j7GrHy/view?usp=sharing (Example End of Year Checklist from Susan) Gmail Cleanout/setting vacation responder Enjoy a guilt free summer by planning your units and current routines and systems with what works and what doesn't.- DECLUTTER https://forms.gle/TWBYxki9PBScjUVy7 (Tech Device Collection (SIMPLE form)) https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rdJUErYetqxhEXfA2JHr3NVlkNNS6V7ybRTRX4I5yBY/edit?usp=sharing (EOY Checklist for Tech/Instructional Coaches) Planning summer PD opportunities “PD on the Beach” https://padlet.com/jthomas67/DHSsummertech (Tech for Teachers Summer Toolbox) About our Guests Jen Thomas Jen Thomas is a passionate technology educator who began her career in education as a library media specialist. After twelve years in the school library, she decided to shift her role and is now the Instructional Technology Specialist at Dartmouth High School in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. She is dedicated to empowering teachers and students and has a strong interest in coaching teachers in...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff and Susan discuss the upcoming ISTEConference and share a very special update about a brand new podcast launching soon from the ISTE Community Leaders. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network), is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (Click Here to Join!) Question of the Week Our 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 week's question is: What is the ISTE Conference and as an Instructional Coach, is this something I should be keeping on my radar? Weekly Topic: ISTE LIVE 2022 http://iste.org (What is ISTE?) http://isteconference.org/ (ISTE Conference 2022) Live: New Orleans Virtual https://www.iste.org/membership/professional-learning-network-for-teachers (ISTE Community Leaders) Twitter: @ISTECommunity #ISTEChat PLN's Podcasts Monthly Webinars Twitter Chats Digital Citizenship Global Collaboration ISTE Community Leader Podcast “The Edge: An ISTE Community Leader Podcast” Episode 1: What is ISTE? Episode 2: What to expect from ISTE in New Orleans? Episode 3: What is ISTE LIVE 22? Subscribe Apple Podcasts Contact the Podcast! http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AskTheTechCoach) Email: feedback@teachercast.net Subscribe to “Ask the Tech Coach” https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-tech-coach-podcast-for-instructional-technology/id1067586243 (Apple Podcasts) https://open.spotify.com/show/3X8JwTCC5eeWUff8FHFeKR (Spotify) https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5jYXB0aXZhdGUuZm0vYXNrdGhldGVjaGNvYWNoLw (Google Podcasts) https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dd92d8f6-fb5c-401b-9267-214dc5274709/ASK-THE-TECH-COACH (Amazon Music) Follow our Podcast on Social Media The TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | http://www.twitter.com/teachercast (@TeacherCast) Ask the Tech Coach Podcast | http://www.twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AsktheTechCoach) Follow our Hosts Jeff Bradbury | http://www.twitter.com/jeffbradbury (@JeffBradbury) Susan Vincentz | https://twitter.com/sv314dws (@)https://twitter.com/sv314dws (sv314dws) Join our PLN Are you enjoying the TeacherCast Network, please share your thoughts with the world by https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-tech-coach-the-teachercast-educational-network/id1067586243?mt=2 (commenting on iTunes) today? I enjoy reading and sharing your comments on the podcast each week. The Teach Better Podcast Network The Teach Better Podcast Network is dedicated to supporting the entire school ecosystem through in-depth conversations around topics you care about. Covering a variety of areas in education, each podcast aims to support educators in the field toward creating and maintaining a progressive, student-focused classroom. https://www.teachbetter.com/podcasts/ (Check out the recent episodes, subscribe, and learn more about the variety of shows!) Let's Work Together

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff sits down with Nichole Carter to discuss the importance of keeping organized as an Instructional Coach through Bullet Journaling. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network), is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (Click Here to Join!) In This Episode ... Why should Coaches and Teachers get into Journaling? Doodling vs Journaling vs Bullet Journaling How does Bullet Journaling fit into Instructional Coaching? How to provide Professional Development through Journaling Introducing Journaling to Students How to choose your Journal How to create a searchable yet paper-based platform Using Sketchnoting and Journaling for Social & Emotional Learning About our Guest: Nichole Carter Nichole Carter started in education as a middle school language arts teacher where she integrated the flipped classroom model in a 1:1 iPad environment. As a part of the Future Ready team in BSD she has worked to create digital content for K-12 in language arts, SEL, and social sciences. She is also a part of the group that is working on the Digital Learning Scope & Sequence vertical alignment and lesson design.  Nichole is currently a part of the team coordinating the Digital Learning Cohorts for Canvas Trailblazers and Seesaw Scouts with two more cohorts coming in Fall of 2022.  She is a an International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) author of two books on Sketchnoting & Creative Journaling for Teachers, a Google Certified Educator, and an Apple Learning Coach. She strives to create a personalized and engaging classroom experience for both teachers and students. Social Links https://twitter.com/MrsCarterHLA (Twitter) https://www.instagram.com/nichole444/ (Instagram) http://www.mrscarterhla.com (Website) About “The Book” This interactive book from the author of Sketchnoting in the Classroom shows educators how to use the practice of dot journaling to develop a personalized system for time management, goal setting and more to improve productivity and save time. We are living in an age when “hustle” and “grind” are part of our daily lives. While teachers are expected to stay on top of their lengthy to-do list, the demands on them are greater than ever. How can we provide the tools teachers and, by extension, their students need to declutter thoughts, manage time better, and remain focused and productive? With her approachable style, educator and trainer Nichole Carter demonstrates how unlocking the creative brain can help improve mental health and problem-solving ability, as well as lead to better self-awareness and time management. Filled with the author's original illustrations, the book shares ideas and techniques for developing an effective, personalized system to improve productivity and address teacher burnout. The book can also help teachers help students — particularly those in older grades — prioritize and think through their thoughts, goals and actions to be more productive learners. About ISTE The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) is home to a passionate community of global educators who believe in the power of technology to transform teaching and learning,...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff sits down with ISTE Authors Carolina Rodriguez-Buitrago and Martha Ramirez to discuss their upcoming book  “In-Class Flip: A Student-Centered Approach to Differentiated Learning.” If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network), is a brand new Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (Click Here to Join!) In This Episode ... What does a 2022 flipped classroom look like? How can a teacher get into flipping their classroom? Rewiring flipped learning with in-class flip How can Instructional Coaches support the Flipped Classroom model? Best practices in providing Professional Development on Flipped Classroom How can teachers and coaches take advantage of the summer time to prepare for a flipped classroom environment? Post-pandemic teaching and socio-emotional learning in the classroom About our Guests Carolina Rodriguez-Buitrago Carolina Rodriguez-Buitrago is a teacher, researcher and teacher educator from Bogotá, Colombia. She has been an English as a Foreign Language teacher for over 20 years. Carolina has been working with flipped learning since 2014 and has studied its impact on students' self-regulation, the application of active learning methodologies in students' development of autonomy and the emancipatory power of technology in students' learning. She recently decided to pursue Positive Education as a complement to her knowledge on technology and English Language Teaching and Learning. Social Links http://twitter.com/crbuitrago (@crbuitrago) https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolina-r-buitrago-5bb73478/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolina-r-buitrago-5bb73478/) Martha Ramirez Martha Ramirez is a teacher educator, English professor, and academic consultant in Bogotá, Colombia. She has been in the education field for almost 20 years and first bumped into flipped learning in 2013 while researching how to design a pronunciation pedagogy course for English teachers in Colombia. Since then, she has fully flipped all of her courses, which she blogs about in her personal website. Nowadays, she combines flipped learning and in-class flip with growth mindset education. Social Links http://twitter.com/martharamirezco (@martharamirezco) http://www.martharamirez.com.co/blog (martharamirez.com.co/blog) https://www.linkedin.com/in/martha-ramirez/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/martha-ramirez/) About “The Book” This book tackles in-class flip thoroughly being the first book of its kind. The book explains what in-class flip is and how it differs from traditional flipped learning. The book contains 13 chapters that walk teachers through the many possibilities to conduct an in-class flip across settings, providing detail for teachers to implement it successfully and from scratch. We lay out the theory behind flipped learning and construct our own definition of In-class Flip, including comparisons with other authors' conceptions of this approach. The book was written by two language and teacher educators, but to fill the gaps of content and context the authors might have, fifteen educators around the globe and in multiple fields were interviewed and their stories provide a wider scope. We also explain how differentiation...

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff sits down with ISTE Authors Julia Torres and Valerie Tagoe to discuss the state of the Library Media Center and Library Media Specialist and the value they bring to our staff and students each day. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network), is a brand new Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. https://www.teachercast.net/TCNForm (Click Here to Join!) About our Guests: Julia Torres Julia E. Torres (@juliaerin80) is a language arts teacher and librarian in Denver, Colorado. An advocate for all students and public education, Torres is a frequent conference and event speaker, and facilitates workshops and professional conversations about equity, anti-bias/anti-racist education, culturally sustaining pedagogies and literacy in the digital age. She is a current member of the Amelia Elizabeth Walden Award Committee, a 2020 Library Journal Mover and Shaker, and a past president of the Colorado Language Arts Society (a regional affiliate of the National Council of Teachers of English). She holds a master's of education in secondary education curriculum and instruction from the University of Phoenix, a master's in creative writing from Regis University and a master's in library and information science from the University of Denver (2023). Social Links: https://twitter.com/juliaerin80 (https://twitter.com/juliaerin80) https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100015243520804 (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100015243520804) https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-torres-9215a913b/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-torres-9215a913b/) IG: @juliaerin80 Valerie Tagoe Valerie Tagoe is a high school librarian in Texas. She's a winner of the S. Janice Kee Award from Texas Woman's University, and a past president of the Dallas Association of School Librarians. Currently, she's a member of the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) Board of Directors. In addition to serving on the board, Tagoe is also active in the Texas Library Association (TLA) as a member of its Legislative Committee. She holds a Bachelor's in French, with a Minor in History, from the University of Oklahoma; a Master's of Bilingual Education from Southern Methodist University; and an MLS from Texas Woman's University. Social Links @bookmarksllc About the Book Learn how librarians can positively effect change in areas like digital equity and inclusiveness, while creating powerful programming for middle and high school students. Developing programs for learners can be an ongoing challenge for librarians – especially first-year librarians. Current books on the topic primarily focus on makerspaces or read alouds, and are aimed at elementary school grades, with a surface-level approach. This book addresses deeper issues that librarians face, while illustrating how to serve teens and tweens specifically by offering programming relevant to their lives. The authors offer practical ideas for developing effective programming through collaborating with the community to develop and implement programs, connecting programs to ISTE Standards and curriculum, and addressing curricular and socio-emotional needs. They also share practical advice on budgeting and funding to support programs, scheduling, maximizing the use...