In this episode, Dr. Catherine Pearlman, author of First Phone: A Child's Guide to Digital Responsibility, Safety, and Etiquette, joins to discuss what to do before giving kids their first phone. You’ll also hear actionable tips for educators and families to consider, whether you work closely with families or help prepare students to navigate the digital world.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/08/23/first-phone-177/ 

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In this episode, I share a selection of strategies I use daily to make the most of a digital calendar and save precious time throughout the day. You’ll hear my favorite calendar tips for educators, including how to keep track of weekly brainstorming sessions, monthly meetings, and one-time events you don’t want to miss with Google Calendar or any other digital calendar platform you may use.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/08/16/calendar-tips-for-educators-176/ 

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In this episode, I share storyboard examples you can use in any subject area to help students organize their thinking and share their learning. You’ll also hear how to access a free set of 15 templates you can use for storyboarding ideas and creating comic strips with students.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/08/09/storyboard-examples-175/ 

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In this episode, Saravana Pat Bhava, Founder & CEO of Pikmykid, joins to discuss this dynamic communication and school safety platform.  You'll also hear how this powerful digital tool can make the school day smoother, safer and save precious instructional time.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/08/07/school-day-smoother-bonus/ 

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In this episode, Digital Curriculum Specialist and ISTE author, Nichole Carter, joins to discuss how to boost productivity with creative journaling. You’ll also hear about Nichole's new book, Creative Journaling for Teachers, as well as some great tips to manage time, stay organized, and start a creative journaling practice. 

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/08/02/creative-journaling-174/ 

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In this episode, educator and Co-Founder of AskClass, Damon Moon, joins to discuss the power of building a strong classroom community by facilitating discussion amongst students. You'll also hear Damon share a few stories and actionable ideas to help boost classroom conversations and increase social skills in your classroom this school year. Whether you’re teaching first grade, middle school, biology, or social studies this episode is for you!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/07/31/classroom-conversations-askclass/ 

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In this episode, I share seven powerful time-saving tips to help any educator work smarter - not harder when it comes to using technology.  You’ll also hear how to incorporate these practices into your routine to save you precious time throughout your week!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/07/26/educators-save-time-173/ 

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In this episode, Ian Cohen, Founder & CEO of TARA, joins to discuss an EdTech solution for teacher burnout. You'll hear us unpack the term "teacher burnout," talk about the symptoms of teacher burnout, and share strategies on how to use EdTech to tackle these symptoms. If you’re concerned about teacher burnout rates, this episode is for you!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/07/24/teacher-burnout-bonus/

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In this episode, we'll dive into three creative and engaging reading activities that can transform your students’ next reading response in any subject area. You’ll also hear about some free, favorite tools to help elevate student learning and differentiate reading responses this school year.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/07/19/reading-activities-172/ 

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In this episode, educational leaders and ISTE authors, Martha Ramirez and Carolina R. Buitrago, join to unpack flipped learning to differentiate instruction in any classroom setting. You’ll also hear about their new book In-Class Flip, plus favorite digital tools and strategies for both experienced teachers and those new to flipped learning. If you’re wondering, “What is flipped learning?” Then this episode is for you!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/07/12/what-is-flipped-learning-171/

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