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RIGOR - How can we make connections to real-world issues and experiment with creative problem-solving?

In this episode we discuss the Learner Variability Navigator, a tool shared during our Aeries trainings that saves teachers time when it comes to personalizing learning and interventions for students. You can see the Navigator tool here: https://lvp.digitalpromiseglobal.org/ 

Welcome to season 3 of our podcast for bite-sized PD to encourage innovative learning practices in your classroom. Some of our topics may be tech-related. Some may be classroom practices. Some may be inspiring stories from teachers down the hall or across the road from you!

DESIGN - How can we integrate technology into the classroom or design innovative student experiences?

In this episode, we explore how AI is reshaping education by streamlining grading, enhancing student-driven evaluations, enabling faster feedback, supporting differentiated assessments, and leveraging predictive analytics to meet student needs. Join us to discover the transformative potential of AI in educational assessment!

Read the article from John Spencer's site: 5 Ways Artificial Intelligence Might Transform Assessment Practices

EVERY ONE - How can we foster practices that are equitable and inclusive?

In this episode we discuss Edutopia's article "The 10 Most Significant Education Studies of 2024." Each year they release an overview of 10 big studies from the past year that should be on your radar as an educator.

VICTORY - Who is doing something unique at Hawthorn?

In this episode we review our most recent Aeries training and some of the great tools that were shared with teachers for the purpose of digital storytelling.

INNOVATE - How can we try something new – either new apps, tools, or resources… or featuring the stories of other innovators?

In this episode we discuss AI Literacy and how teachers can ready themselves to understand and use AI for themselves, as well as determining its role in their classrooms with students. **John and Karen were both out sick this week and voices weren't ready for showtime, so we hope you enjoy our AI stand-in hosts and we'll be back after the Thanksgiving break!**

Articles referenced:
Guiding Students to Develop AI Literacy https://www.edutopia.org/article/guiding-students-develop-ai-literacy

Thinking About Equity and Bias in AI https://www.edutopia.org/article/thinking-about-equity-and-bias-ai

AI and the Law: What Educators Need to Know https://www.edutopia.org/article/ai-and-law-what-educators-need-know

A Decision Tree to Guide Student AI Use https://www.edutopia.org/article/decision-tree-guide-student-ai-use

How Teachers Can Help Shape Educational Uses of AI in Their Schools https://www.edutopia.org/article/how-teachers-can-help-shape-educational-uses-ai-their-schools

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RIGOR - How can we make connections to real-world issues and experiment with creative problem-solving?

In this episode we review the definition of "rigor" and how it's more than just adding more work — and more than just adding more difficult work.

Welcome to season 3 of our podcast for bite-sized PD to encourage innovative learning practices in your classroom. Some of our topics may be tech-related. Some may be classroom practices. Some may be inspiring stories from teachers down the hall or across the road from you!

DESIGN - How can we integrate technology into the classroom or design innovative student experiences?

In this episode we talk about how the Triple E Framework from the book Learning First, Technology Second aligns with the concept of digital storytelling. We'll also discuss why digital storytelling can help students make meaning of their learning and leave a lasting impact.

EVERY ONE - How can we foster practices that are equitable and inclusive?

In this episode we discuss the increased focus and need for digital citizenship education as our students deal with increasingly complex online lives.

VICTORY - Who is doing something unique at Hawthorn? 

This episode focuses on the Hawthorn Aeries program and what your fellow educators will be learning and experiencing throughout this year with our Apple Professional Learning Coach.

INNOVATE - How can we try something new – either new apps, tools, or resources… or featuring the stories of other innovators?

In this episode we share some digital tools that should be in your toolbelt that will help you and your students personalize their learning and streamline some classroom processes.

Ask A Tech Teacher: 18 Digital Tool Musts in the Classroom