In this episode, I welcome back ASCD Author Allison Rodman to discuss practical strategies for setting professional learning goals and staying motivated to achieve them. You'll hear about her recommendations for leveraging technology tools and using the goal-setting frameworks from her newest book, Still Learning.

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In this episode, educator Sarah Wysocki joins for an inspiring chat about leveraging generative AI like ChatGPT to customize learning for students from diverse backgrounds. You'll hear about innovative ways to use ChatGPT to generate ideas, help create accessible lessons, and tailor resources for a personalized learning experience.

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In this episode, I share a handful of favorite cross-curricular winter activity ideas with an EdTech spin - from Snowflake Geometry to Wintertime Story Prompts. You'll also hear about fun science experiments, cultural exploration, and more, all designed to celebrate the winter season while enhancing your students' learning experiences.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/12/26/winter-activity-ideas-247/ 

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In this episode, I chat with Teacher Coordinator of EdTech Integration, Dr. Katie Nieves, all about must-try Chrome extensions for educators. These teacher-friendly Chrome extensions can streamline your workflows and support accessibility needs of your students. You'll also hear Katie's top Chrome extension picks, tips for getting started, and how she sees extensions evolving to further personalize learning in the future.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/12/19/chrome-extensions-for-educators-246/ 

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In this episode, I speak with Dr. Lauren Hays and Dr. Jenna Kammer, instructional technology experts, and co-authors, about strategies for integrating digital literacy skills across content areas and learning environments. You'll also hear actionable tips and strategies for creating a collaborative learning culture, modeling digital skills, and staying up-to-date on educational technology.

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In this episode, I spotlight six ways to customize assignments for students using artificial intelligence. You'll hear tips for using generative AI chatbots to help make cross-curricular connections in your lessons, align classroom activities to standards, honor student interests, and lots more. If you're interested in learning how making small tweaks to your chatbot prompts can yield big customizations for your students, this episode is for you!

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In this episode, I'm joined by Instructional Coach and ASCD Emerging Leader Clarissa M. Guerra to explore how instructional coaches can leverage Artificial Intelligence tools to scale their impact by quickly generating lesson plans, providing feedback to teachers, and lots more!  You'll hear Clarissa share prompt engineering tips to effectively use these AI tools in coaching as well as the benefits she has seen from incorporating them into her practice.

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In this episode, I spoke with Innovation Coach Jessica Holloway, all about her role supporting teachers with PBL, STEM education, and EdTech integration. You'll hear Jessica share valuable advice for educators interested in taking on a similar coaching role. She emphasizes the importance of embracing risk, stepping out of your comfort zone, and adopting the role of a lead learner.

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In this episode, I'm joined by Peter Kuperman, CEO & Founder of Hatch Coding, for an enlightening conversation where we debunk common misconceptions about teaching coding, like who should teach it, who should learn it, and what role AI should play. You'll also hear strategies for teaching coding to students of all ages plus ways to anchor students' motivation by connecting their coding education with their individual interests and passions.

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In this episode, I spotlight four Artificial Intelligence tools for every educator’s tool belt, ranging from helpful chatbots to presentation-making wizards. You’ll also hear tips on using  different types of AI tools to generate images, craft assessment questions, and streamline your presentation creation process. If you’re looking for ways to boost student engagement and save time, this episode is for you!

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