EdTech Classroom

In today's episode, I chat with Spencer Sharp, elementary STEM teacher, host of the Innovative Teacher Podcast, and "Sharp the Builder." Spencer built the STEM program at his school from the ground up, and he is a current classroom teacher who also builds STEM curriculum for teachers all over. We chat about all things STEM and makerspace, but more specifically, we dive into some myths about makerspaces. Spencer shares his expertise, and I walked away from our conversation eager to find more ways to involve community members in my projects.

Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/05/12/episode-43-the-myths-about-makerspaces-with-spencer-sharp/

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In today's solo show, we're getting organized! It's time to declutter and organize your Google Drive. Press play. 

Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/05/05/teacher-spring-cleaning-how-to-organize-your-google-drive/

EdTech Tool of the Week: code.org

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In today's episode, I chat with Nishat Firdous Jehan Ali, dedicated and experienced educator, about empowering students to become lifelong learners and global citizens. We discuss strategies to develop meaningful learning experiences, and Nishat shares impactful anecdotes from her own experience teaching 4th grade and enrichment. Press play.

Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/04/28/episode-41-empowered-learners-global-educators-and-meaningful-learning-with-nishat-firdous-jehan-ali/

EdTech Tool of the Week: Explain Everything

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In today’s solo show, I share step-by-step directions on how to implement Genius Hour in your elementary classroom - from start to finish. I covered this topic almost a year ago during Episode 03, but I’ve refined my thoughts and ideas in today’s episode. Welcome to Round 2. I’m excited to share my learnings with you. Learn about Genius Hour, strategies for structuring the project, ideas for anchor charts, and so much more. Press play.

Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/04/08/how-to-implement-genius-hour-in-your-elementary-school-classroom/

EdTech Tool of the Week: Google Sites

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In today’s episode, I chat with Mike Rutherford, founder of gotLearning and creator of the first Collaborative Learning System. We talk about learning conversations, qualitative data, and the future of edtech. Press play.

Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/04/14/episode-39-collaborative-learning-systems-and-the-future-of-edtech-with-mike-rutherford-founder-of-gotlearning/

EdTech Tool of the Week: Stop Motion Studio

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In today’s solo show, I do a quick but deep-dive into a project I have done with students. This project incorporates 21st century skills, like collaboration, communication, and problem-solving. Press play.

Episode Website and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/04/07/a-student-centered-project-using-the-sustainable-development-goals/

EdTech Tool of the Week: Wakelet

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In today's episode, I chat with Ivan Cestero, Head of Experience Design for MYX. MYX is a higher education company that combines online and experiential learning in residential campuses around the world. MYX helps students develop the skills and mindsets for life success, from self-discovery to moral leadership to social innovation. Students will leave as changemakers with a sense of purpose, professional project experience, and a global network. 

In our conversation, we talk about student-centered learning, project-based learning, place-based learning, experiential learning, and SO much more. Press play.

Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/04/01/experiential-and-place-based-learning-in-higher-education-with-ivan-cestero-from-myx/

Sleep No More: https://mckittrickhotel.com/sleep-no-more/

Lifelong Kindergarten by Mitchel Resnick: https://mitpress.mit.edu/books/lifelong-kindergarten

Ivan and MYX:

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In today's episode, I'm sharing 9 ways you can use Google Forms with students. Be sure to check out the free templates on the episode webpage!

Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/03/24/9-ways-to-use-google-forms-in-your-classroom

EdTech Tool of the Week: https://bookcreator.com/

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A couple of weeks ago, Google Workspace for Education shared a number of updates during their “Learning with Google Event” that are coming to educators in 2021, and in today's episode, I’m focusing on the updates to Google Classroom. Press play.

Episode Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/03/10/google-classroom-updates-coming-soon-to-teachers-in-2021/

Google Classroom Updates: https://blog.google/outreach-initiatives/education/classroom-roadmap/

American University article: https://soeonline.american.edu/blog/virtual-classrooms

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