Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

In this episode, VP of Sales and Marketing for Hall Technologies, Hal Truax joins to discuss audio and video and the role it plays in today's diverse classroom settings. You'll hear how HIVE Control cloud-based AV is a flexible tool to support teachers, students and families with teaching and learning.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/06/06/audio-video-bonus/

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In this episode, Dr. Sabba Quidwai joins me for a discussion around the role of technology in design thinking. You'll hear about why it is important to incorporate design thinking in your teaching, connections to empathy and collaboration, and some tools and activities to get you started!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/06/01/design-thinking-114/

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In this episode, fellow ASCD author Allie Rodman unpacks the term personalized professional learning and shares strategies for setting intentions for your next professional development. You'll hear her suggestions for picking EdTech tools that personalize professional learning and how to use tech tools from the business world, too.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/05/25/professional-learning-113/

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In this episode, I'll take you through the steps of finding and sharing helpful EdTech tips on Instagram Reels. You'll also hear how you can create your own Reels to share with colleagues and other educators near and far!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/05/18/instagram-reels-112/

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One of the most common questions I get from teachers is how to start a movie-making project with their students. There are so many great tools out there that it can be hard to figure out where to begin. In this episode, I share my favorite tips for getting started with movie-making and some of my favorite tools for supporting your students in the process.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/05/11/movie-making-111

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What role does technology play in your math classroom? In this episode, Naomi Church shares tips for everyday math lessons and shares strategies for incorporating UDL (Universal Design for Learning) into your math instruction. You'll hear how to incorporate distance learning practices into a face-to-face classroom setting to give students multiple ways to learn and share in a math classroom this year.

Show notes - https://classtechtips.com/2021/05/04/math-tools-110/

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Looking to save time in your assessment routine? In this episode, Willisa Osburn shares three time-saving tips for formative and summative assessment alongside some favorite tools. You'll hear about automating tasks, setting up your digital workspace, and the long-term benefits of vertical planning.

Show notes -> https://classtechtips.com/2021/04/27/assessment-tips-109

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Do you want to find out how to use podcasts in your classroom? In this episode, I will share tips for using podcasts with students across grade levels and subject areas. We'll also talk about setting a purpose, finding resources and involving families. Podcasts are an excellent way to engage students in learning because they can be used to introduce new information or simply as a way to pique a student's curiosity.

Show notes -> https://classtechtips.com/2021/04/20/podcasts-with-students-108

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There are many ways to help your students refocus during class, but brain breaks can be a great way to give them a little break and allow them time for self-regulation. In this episode, you'll learn what brain breaks are, why they work, and some activities that you can use with your class right away!

Show notes -> https://classtechtips.com/2021/04/13/brain-breaks-107/

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In this episode, learn three reasons TikTok might be worth your time and tips for using this app to gather ideas. You'll hear how this app has changed my view on professional learning and how it might just inspire student creations.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/04/06/tiktok-106/

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