In this episode, I share how families can use free chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini to spark learning adventures with their children outside of school. We'll explore creative chatbot prompts families can use to transform downtime into engaging activities – from storytelling and science exploration to movie recommendations and silly jokes. Get ready to set your students and their families up for success during any vacation or long weekend!

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In this episode, certified school and district transformation coach Vickie Echols shares how AI can revolutionize school leadership. Tune in to discover practical strategies from her new book, AI for School Leaders, to streamline tasks, support educators, and enhance student outcomes. If you're looking to harness the power of AI to transform your school into an optimized learning environment, this episode has you covered!

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In this episode, we explore the many possibilities of using podcasts with students to liven up learning in your classroom. You'll discover new ways to engage students through storytelling, news, and interactive audio content. Whether you're looking to supplement lessons, ignite debates, or inspire students to create their own shows, this episode has you covered!

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In this episode, seasoned educator and instructional coach Dr. Lauren Gehr shares stories that illustrate the power of gamification in the literacy classroom and beyond. You'll hear how gamified learning fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and a deeper dive into content. If you want to try out gamification in your classroom this year, this episode is for you!

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In this episode, I'm joined by Apple Distinguished Educator, speaker, and trainer Karen Bosch, who takes us on an exploration of sketchnoting. Karen shares how this powerful visual notetaking method combines drawings and text to enhance focus and retention for learners of all ages. You'll hear Karen's expert advice, her favorite digital tools, and plenty of tips for demystifying sketchnoting for students and teachers, too.

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In this episode, get ready to unlock the full potential of QR codes for your classroom! From turning regular handouts into interactive experiences to sharing student work in engaging ways, we’ll explore how QR codes can energize lessons, streamline routines, and bring learning to life. Tune in for some favorite QR code hacks so you can make the most of this simple yet powerful technology!

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In this episode, Instructional Technology Specialist Matt Smith joins to share strategies for creating a flexible and engaging professional learning environment through podcast exploration. You'll discover how to select and use podcasts to create customized learning experiences that fuel educator growth. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting your journey, this episode offers valuable insights into leveraging podcasts for professional development.​

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In this episode, I chat with Instructional Technology Coach Nikki Jones about using animation in the classroom to boost student engagement, foster creativity, and elevate assessment routines. You'll also hear how Nikki incorporates AI tools that animate from audio and generate text-to-image to make animation projects more accessible and personalized for students.

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In this episode, I share prompts for using AI chatbots as thought partners to boost student creativity tailored to your instructional needs and environment. You'll hear tips on crafting customized, open-ended prompts to elicit out-of-the-box ideas, along with examples you can adapt and refine to inspire exciting student learning experiences. If you’re looking to maximize creativity and design student projects with the help of AI, this episode has you covered!

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In this episode, I'm joined by authors Eric Sheninger and Nicki Slaugh for a fantastic discussion about personalized learning in K-12 classrooms. You'll hear expert tips and strategies from their new book Personalize: Meeting the Needs of All Learners. We chat about ways to honor student voice and choice, differentiate instruction, and seamlessly integrate proficiency-based learning. If you're looking for ways to use personalized learning to increase student engagement and motivation, this episode is for you!

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