Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

In this episode, we explore what it really means to be a creative educator. You'll hear from Rebecca Hare, author and Adobe Education Leader, and her perspective, tips, and strategies on how every teacher can be a creative educator.

Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/08/18/creative-educator-075

Adobe Creative Educator Program: https://edex.adobe.com/adobe-creative-educator

FREE Spark Video graphic organizers: http://classtechtips.com/sparkplan

In this episode, we look at the role of technology in environmental education. You'll hear from educator Tina Wong as she shares project ideas, resources and plenty of tips for any educator looking to explore the world with their students and make the most of digital tools.

Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/08/11/environmental-education-074

Find Tina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinanyc/

In this episode, we'll explore best practices for how to create instructional videos, including planning, filming, and sharing. You'll hear about the free and fantastic Flipgrid Shorts tool for creating explainer videos for students. It's perfect for blended, hybrid, and remote learning.

Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/08/04/instructional-videos-flipgrid-073/

In this episode, we're going to look at five ways that you can take action after listening to a podcast. You'll also hear tips for sharing your takeaways, letting colleagues know about what you've learned, and even building a community around a listening experience.

Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/07/28/istening-to-a-podcast-072/

Easy EdTech Club: https://classtechtips.com/club/

In this episode, I'll take you on a behind the scenes look at my Easy EdTech Club, a space to access special resources to support the work you do as an educator. You'll also hear how the Easy EdTech Club can help you save time, help you stay focused, and bring ideas into your classroom.

Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/07/21/easy-edtech-club-071/

Easy EdTech Club: https://classtechtips.com/club/

In this episode, I'll share ten of my favorite tech tools and ways that you can use them to support other educators, connect with families, or lead your own classroom. You'll also hear how these tools can boost productivity and efficiency in the work you do.

Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/07/14/tools-for-coaches-070

Club waitlist: https://classtechtips.com/club/

In this episode, you'll hear five tips for sharing online resources with families. You'll also learn the steps to take when you find a great resource and want to get it in the hands of your school community.

Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/07/07/sharing-online-learning-resources-069/

ASCD YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dD61sFURZB8&list=PLQwgrTZB6wa_u8B546q5YryupMPmtBSSr

In this episode, I'll highlight seven creative summer project ideas using the open-ended creation tool Adobe Spark. You'll hear how to access and use the free Adobe Spark tools for student and teacher creations. We'll look at ideas for teacher creators and student projects you can tailor to different grade levels and subject areas.

Show notes >> https://classtechtips.com/2020/06/30/summer-project-ideas-spark-068

Free graphic organizers >> http://classtechtips.com/sparkplan

40 Ways to Inject Creativity into Your Classroom with Adobe Spark >> http://classtechtips.com/books/

In this episode, we'll explore how to infuse art into your STEM curriculum. ISTE author Tim Needles shares his experience with designing creative learning experiences for students. You'll also hear his recommendations for cross-curricular connections and favorite EdTech tools.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/06/23/stem-curriculum-067

In this episode, you'll hear from Jorge Valenzuela as he shares the what, why and how of computational thinking in classrooms. Jorge describes how to use the foundations of computational thinking in any subject area. We'll talk about our favorite EdTech tools and strategies, and Jorge shares his book Rev Up Robotics.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/06/16/computational-thinking-066