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Technological devices are being embedded as education tools in schools everywhere. It’s possible to overcome the fear of these devices and apps and incorporate them as instruments to serve educators, parents, and student learning. Lee Kolbert offers practical advice for using technology in healthy ways to engage everyone, deepen learning, and bridge the home and school technical divide.

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“You’ve talked before about a smart phone agreement you make with your child, can you share more about this? I think I need it! Thank you!” – Misty, Nevada

About today’s guest

Lee Kolbert is district manager of the Department of Educational Technology in Palm Beach County Schools and has been in education for 30 years as a classroom teacher and technology specialist. She is also a blogger for the Huffington Post. Lee loves bringing the benefits of social media to the classroom and helping teachers integrate technology seamlessly.

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Lee’s Blog: www.LeeKolbert.com

Twitter: @TeachaKid

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The color in your classroom, the décor on your walls, posters and other parts of the physical classroom environment affect student happiness and learning. Eoin Lenihan explains simple, practical, & powerful things you can do to your classroom tomorrow to improve student experiences & interactions while creating a dynamic thinking rich environment.

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“I walked into the bathroom at my daughter’s school yesterday. I have to tell you I was shocked. It was dark, depressing, and actually scary. What advice can you offer? From Indie, Michigan

About today’s guest

Eoin Lenihan is a dynamic lecturer of Pedagogy at the University of Augsburg, Germany. He previously taught at the Bavarian International School and the International School of Augsburg where he became a practitioner and advocate of Inquiry-Based Learning. His research and teaching focuses on Internationally-Minded Education, German school reform and Evidence-Based Teaching.

Twitter: @EoinLenihan

www.eoinlenihan.com

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It’s common sense that educators need to build relationships and connectedness so students can learn and feel safe. But how exactly do we do it? Moving towards being an egoless educator is a step in the right direction. Guest Jim Sturtevant shares how to do that and more practical ideas to move relationship building from being common sense to being common practice.

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“I work in a district office. I was embarrassed by the behavior of my adult colleagues who were complaining about and disrespectful to students being in their office disturbing their work. Can you help?” Nancy, Colorado

About today’s guest

Jim Sturtevant first stepped in front of high school students in 1985 but a classroom visitor recently said to him, “Your students seem so relaxed and happy. How’d you create this atmosphere?” After much reflection and research, Jim is now prepared to answer the question in this Edspiration interview and in his book, “You Gotta Connect: “You've Gotta Connect: Building Relationships That Lead to Engaged Students, Productive Classrooms, and Higher Achievement.”

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www.Jamesalansturtevant.com

Twitter: @jamessturtevant

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The root of leadership is relationship. Students can become leaders too if given more opportunity to lead, fail, learn, and ultimately succeed. Veteran educator Sung Lee shares his philosophy and approach to building a strong student “middle class” to create a classroom culture of leaders.

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“Our students often say if someone disrespects them, or adults disrespect them, they will disrespect that person back. What can I do in the class to come to more understanding about respect?” – Nicole, Wisconsin

About today’s guest

Sung Lee is a longtime teacher, mentor, and coach. Prior to becoming a physics teacher, he was an officer with the United States Marine Corps. He is committed to experienced based teaching and instilling life lessons to help students be successful. Sung hosts the "Inspiring Educators" podcast and is a developer of innovative after school programming.

Guest Links:

Inspiring Educators Podcast

email: [email protected]

Tweet: @iesunglee

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With 51% of students living in poverty every classroom is impacted. To be an effective educator we have to understand a child’s circumstances so we can address their emotional needs and help them focus on achievement. Improve your ability to overcome the challenges that come with child poverty & create a supportive classroom community with tips from experienced guest Sonya Romero.

The Edspiration Inbox Answers…

What can we do as a whole staff to build individual connections to students? - Alyssa, Idaho

About today’s guest

Sonya Romero has been a bilingual teacher for 16 years. She was recently featured on the Ellen DeGeneres Show and was recognized for her humanitarian efforts going above and beyond in her classroom. Sonya believes every person has a gift and we all have to share our gifts for greater good in this world.

Guest Links:

Sonya Romero’s appearance as a Hero Teacher on the Ellen DeGeneres Show

Email: [email protected]

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Students no longer respond to the punishment or rewards adults often offer. Guest Rick Lewis provides essential communication strategies you can use in the first 5 days of school and beyond to improve behaviors and create a positive learning climate. We need more than the authority that comes with our positions and titles, we need relational power to become a knowledgeable student ally.

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Do parents ever tell you that if someone hurts or hits their child they want their child to hurt them back? What do you say to them? - Suzanne, Counselor, North Carolina

About today’s guest

Rick Lewis has 40 years experience as a counselor & educator in Palm Beach County Schools, FL. His work focuses on school climate, conflict resolution, mediation, effective communication, restorative justice, and staff relationships. He is a Board Member of Peaceful Schools International (PSI) and has nine publications in the area of social competency and conflict resolution with PSI and the Peace Education Foundation.

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www.palmbeachschools.org/sis/

www.peacefulschoolsinternational.org

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Understand how to bring new energy and creativity to wherever you work with young people. Using thoughtful ideas from guest Laurie Marshall you can tap the creativity of students to address real-world problems and bring more color and passion to any learning environment.

The Edspiration Inbox Answers:

What do we do when our school says they can’t do anything about cyberbullying issues?

About today’s guest

Laurie Marshall is a collaboration innovator, a creative leadership trainer, and a San Francisco Bay area art and social studies teacher. For 30 years, she has helped to create inclusive, collaborative and joyous school environments. To Laurie, the school walls and the creative storytelling drive of the students are often an underutilized gold mine for making positive school culture.

Guest Links:

http://www.UnityThroughCreativity.net

http://www.CreatePeaceProject.org

www.beatingtheoddsnow.com

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Bullying used to end when the school bell rang. In the digital age, cyber aggression can occur 24 hours a day. With new social media apps and technology every day, how do we help students navigate safely? Guest Carol Todd’s daughter, Amanda, took her life because of cyberbullying and mistreatment but we can prevent new tragedies with the right solutions.

About today’s guest

Carol Todd is a mother, advocate and longtime teacher. Carol's daughter Amanda Todd raised awareness about the consequences of cyber-bullying with a YouTube video that’s been seen by over 19 million people. The Amanda Todd Legacy was created by Carol to help others in need with resources and assistance to address anti-bullying, mental health and cyber safety.

The Edspiration Inbox Answers…

What is one simple thing you thing staff can do if they haven’t had any bullying prevention training?

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BLOG – Sue Sheff - http://suescheff.com

Net Smartz - http://www.netsmartz.org/Parents

UK Safer Internet - http://www.saferinternet.org.uk

Common Sense Media - https://www.commonsensemedia.org

Amanda Todd Legacy – www.amandatoddlegacy.org

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Many talk about the importance of freeing teachers and students to be innovative, but how do we do it? Stop struggling with students’ personal technology and motivation. Learn to create time to fuel creativity and boost passion for teaching and learning in this interview with innovation expert Don Wettrick.

About today’s guest

Don Wettrick is an Innovation Specialist at Noblesville High School, near Indianapolis, IN. He is the author of “Pure Genius: Building a Culture of Innovation and Taking 20% Time to the Next Level.” He is a high school teacher, educational and innovation consultant & speaker, and host of InnovatED on Bam Radio. Don is passionate about working with adults and students to bring innovation and collaboration skills into education.

Guest Links:

www.theinnovationteacher.com

The Edspiration Inbox Answers:

“How do we get parents as school allies in bullying prevention?”

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Young people believe that adults are more interested in having students who achieve than having students who care for others. We have to change that belief. Leading with compassion will lead students and others to do the same. Young people often complain, “I’m bored,” but how do you get them to think how they can serve and help others? Guest Sheila Sjolseth explains how life changing service can take just seconds.

The Edspiration Inbox Answers: “How can we make our mission statement match reality?”

About today’s guest

Sheila Sjolseth is the founder and President of Pennies of Time: Teach Kids to Serve, teaching kids to be kind, empathetic, and respond to community needs. She holds a Master's Degree in education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Her career experience comes from teaching to serving as a district administrator, and at the US Department of Education supporting programs for students that are at-risk.

Pennies of Time http://penniesoftime.com/

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