Bird-Cast! Empowered, Innovative Learning

Carrie and Lindsey are the creators of the Canvas for Elementary Teachers Facebook Group. The group's goal is a space for teachers to connect and share ideas about using the Canvas Learning Management System with elementary students for successful remote learning. Currently, the group has grown to over 118,000 members with multiple posts each day. An overwhelmingly large number of teachers worldwide have connected, collaborated, and benefited from the dynamic virtual “team” started by Carrie and Lindsey. Although they support elementary teachers in using the Canvas tool, Carrie and Lindsey’s focus is always on the best Remote and Blended learning experiences for students. Also, check out the Canvas for Elementary with Carrie and Lindsey Facebook page for a deep dive into using Canvas.

Get to know Sarah Upchurch, the Coordinator of Professional Learning for Birdville ISD as she takes us through her vision of professional learning, working with teachers, and Santa!

Also stay on to hear our Call from the Nest this week to Travis Woody, aIT Tech Specialist as he talks about our district rollout of new devices. 

Curious about the 12 Days of Innovation?  check out 12DaySummit.Net and get registered!  The Event starts December 1st! 

Dave Lambson has been in Birdville ISD for almost 10 years working to create a culture of excellence in the technology department.  IN this episode, join Ashly and April as they dive into the future of learning, the power of technology, and the leadership of the Chief Technology Officer of Birdville ISD, Dave Lambson. 

In this episode we are going to get to know our newest members, April Couch, Ashly Spencer, and Ryan Pabor.  Enjoy fun conversations about teaching, experiences, and favorite snacks! 

Episode Breakdown:

What's Happening in the Nest 

Getting to Know Ryan, Ashly, and April

The Lightning Round: How well do you know the DLS Team? 

Calls from the Nest

Welcome back!  Join Ryan, April, Ashly, Andrea, and Taylor as they discuss the plans for Season 2 as well as hear some highlights from EmpowerED21, an innovative learning conference put on by the Birdville Nest. 

Join Andrea and Taylor as they discuss how an encounter on the playground inspired some illustrations of teaching, learning, and moving into the next school year.  

Sometimes we run around the tire swing, doing all of the work, but nothing is happening.  It's only when we reposition ourselves and let the tire swing's inertia do the work are we truly giving the rider the full experience.  

Check out the book studies that we are doing this summer! Get engaged with your Summer Professional Learning! 

Don't Ditch that Tech by Matt Miller

Innovate Inside the Box by George Couros

Balance with Blended Learning by Catlin Tucker

The Chromebook Infused Classroom by Holly Clark

Flashback a few years to a great discussion between DLS Michael Hanson and incredible science teacher Cliff Moran.  Blended Learning, Gamification, and teacher passion are all explored in this awesome episode! 

Join Andrea Gray and Taylor Williams as they discuss the impact of a Digital Learning Specialist on learning.  

What is a Digital Learning Specialist?  What could you have done in the classroom if you had one?  

Check out the ideas and thoughts on this episode! 

A first-time event of the 12 Days of Innovation, the Innovative Learning panel is made up of leaders and educators from around the United States, coming together to discuss COVID responses while still looking into the future of learning.  2020 has brought some incredible challenges in all areas of life, and this panel discusses some of the bright points and potential that we are seeing in classrooms in the US.  Join this session and take time to reflect on what 2020 has been, with an excitement of what could be in the near future!

Our guests:

Aaaron Eisberg

David Smith

Jessica Alexander

Dr. Becky Odajima

Rashel Larson

Kelli Montgomery

Jennifer Canizares

Taylor Williams