EdTech Classroom

Lately, a lot of teachers have been asking me: what tech tools work really well for PBL? So, today's episode is about exactly that! My top three tech tools for project-based learning. Press play.

Listen to my other episodes on PBL: 

Episode 2: Strategies for Implementing PBL in your Classroom

Episode 3: How to Plan and Implement Genius Hour in your Classroom Today

Episode 9: How to Teach Authentic PBL in an Age of Uncertainty

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Do you have a tech problem? Is your webpage not loading? Is your computer showing the spinning beach ball of death? 

There's nothing more frustrating than a tech issue, especially when teaching remotely. Today's episode is all about my top troubleshooting tips for teachers. These tips, tricks, and strategies are *almost* guaranteed to fix your tech problems. Press play.

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Today’s episode is all about my biggest tech advice for distance learning and teaching.  So... Are you ready? Are you ready to hear this Earth-shattering advice?

Press play.

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In this week's episode of the EdTech Classroom Podcast, I speak with Abby Brody, founder and CEO of Mind the Gap. We discuss gap years, project--based learning, and higher education. As a former elementary school teacher and current startup CEO, Abby provides insight into what the future of higher education might look like. 

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Mind the Gap: https://mtgnow.org/

Schoolhouse: https://www.getschoolhouse.com/

Teachers are planners. We're expert planners, even! But, how the heck can we plan for the 2020-21 school year when we have no earthly idea what we're even supposed to be planning? 

Today’s episode is about exactly that: how to plan for the school year in an age of uncertainty.

You'll leave this episode with 3 concrete strategies and planning ideas for the 2020-21 school year, no matter if you're teaching 100% remote, 100% face-to-face, or a hybrid of the two.

So... what are you waiting for?! Let's start planning! Press play.

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Edutopia Article https://www.edutopia.org/article/how-plan-when-you-dont-know-what-plan

Goooood morning friends! Or, afternoon, or evening, or whatever time of day you might be listening.

Morning Meeting is the bread and butter of school. It sets students up with the social-emotional and academic skills they need to thrive. But with all this uncertainty about next school year, you might be wondering: how can we continue to hold Morning Meeting with our students remotely or in this new in-person environment?

In today's episode of the EdTech Classroom Podcast, we discuss tips and strategies for conducting Morning Meeting in the 2020-21 school year. More specifically, we discuss ways to support student social-emotional needs and ideas on how you can build a culture and community focused on trust, inclusion, and belonging.

Episode Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2020/07/28/supporting-student-sel-needs-and-building-a-culture-of-community-during-morning-meeting/

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YouTube Channel with Morning Meeting Tips: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyXG-YQuipu38dmEE5Lqizw

Morning Meeting Bundle: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Morning-Meeting-Distance-Learning-Bundle-Zoom-and-Google-Meet-5494073

Listen up! Today's episode of the EdTech Classroom Podcast is giving you concrete tips on how you can implement authentic project-based learning in your classroom, uncertainty and all. With these tips and ideas, you'll leave today's episode feeling more confident and prepared for the 2020-21 school year, whether you're teaching in person or remotely.

Let's be friends, and let's learn and grow together as 21st century educators.

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Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2020/07/21/how-to-teach-authentic-pbl-in-an-age-of-uncertainty/

Today we’re bringing you a BONUS episode of the EdTech Classroom Podcast all about becoming a Google Certified Educator Level 1. I share my review of the training and exam, as well as my general advice based on my experience. This episode walks you through some tips on studying for and completing the exam. Plus, I share some pros and cons of the entire process.

Episode website: https://edtech-class.com/2020/07/09/become-a-google-certified-educator-level-1-with-me/ 

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In today's episode, I sit down with Greg Mittleider, computer science educator and edtech consultant, to chat about all things computer science, project-based learning, and entrepreneurship. Greg brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our conversation, having worked as a CS educator at Harvard University and in K-12 schools. 

Greg Mittleider: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-mittleider-4855a7143/

Episode Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2020/07/14/computer-science-pbl-and-entrepreneurship-with-cs-educator-greg-mittleider/ 

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When was the last time you played? Not with your children or with your students, but when was the last time that YOU played? In today's episode, we continue discussing innovative ideas for professional development this summer. More specifically, we discuss why teachers need to incorporate play and exploration into their lives. Now is the time to unleash your inner child.

Podcast transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2020/07/07/unleashing-your-inner-child-why-play-and-exploration-is-the-best-pd/

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