EduMagic Future Teacher Podcast

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EduMagic Future Teacher Podcast episodes

March 26 March momentum: How to plan, reflect, and prepare for the second half of the semester
March is the calm before the storm. Midterms are winding down, spring break is calling, and before you know it, the semester is over. But for student teachers, March is actually the perfect time to reflect about what comes next. In this episode, we slow down and plan how to set yourself up for a stronger, smarter second half of the year. From reflecting on your placement to building habits that will carry you into your very first classroom, this one's for you.

https://www.sfecich.com/post/march-momentum-how-to-plan-reflect-and-prepare-for-the-second-half-of-the-semester

21 min
March 07 Spring clean: Refresh your online life, screens, and screen time
If your devices feel cluttered, your browser has 27 tabs open, or your screen time habits are draining instead of fueling your teaching, this episode is for you. Let’s reset your digital teaching life with a quick, practical, and energizing. Get ready to spring clean!

Episode link - https://www.sfecich.com/post/spring-cleaning-refresh-your-online-life-screens-and-screen-time
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I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and classroom innovation, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. ⁠Take the free quiz⁠: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom.
Join the Conversation on Instagram. ⁠Tag me @sfecich⁠ with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.

13 min
January 06 5 ways to organize your student teacher desk
Student teachers, let's discuss your desk area. It might be a student desk, a table, or an actual desk; either way, it's yours. It's your spot in the classroom. So let's make it an effective and efficient workspace, no matter the size.

For these tips and resources check out https://www.sfecich.com/post/effective-student-teacher-desk-organization-tips-and-setup

Want to keep the conversation going? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
18 min
January 01 12 Days of EduMagic
The holidays may be over, but the magic of teaching never ends. Let’s celebrate the 12 Days of EduMagic with a series of focused gifts to help future teachers, education majors, and student teachers thrive from their first 8:00 AM class to student teaching and beyond.
27 min
December 19, 2025Reflect, Recharge, and Reignite: EduMagic Holiday Reflection Guide for Future Teachers E288
As the year comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to pause and reflect. In this special holiday episode of the EduMagic Podcast, we share seven powerful reflection questions, one for each chapter of EduMagic, to help you recharge and reignite your passion for teaching.

Get the guide here - https://www.sfecich.com/post/reflect-recharge-and-reignite-edumagic-holiday-reflection-guide-for-future-teachers

What You’ll Learn in This Episode
Why reflection is essential for educators
Seven chapter-inspired questions to guide your growth
Practical tips for building your PLN, creating a positive digital presence, and practicing self-care
Thank you for being part of the EduMagic community!

Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast

Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.

Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!

Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.

Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
9 min
December 12, 2025 Ready for Spring? 5 Reflection Questions for Winter Break E287
The fall semester is over, now what? In this episode of the EduMagic Podcast, I share five powerful reflection questions to help college students pause, recharge, and prepare for an amazing spring semester.

Grades don’t tell the full story, so we’ll dive into what really matters: your proudest accomplishments, strategies that worked, areas for growth, and how to get involved on campus.

Plus, we’ll talk about setting achievable goals that keep you motivated all semester long.

Grab your favorite cozy drink, download the free reflection worksheet, and let’s make this winter break count! L

Listen now and start planning your best semester yet.

Download the FREE Winter reflection sheet here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/winter-break-reflection-5-questions-to-prepare-for-a-successful-spring-semester

Follow on Instagram @SFecich for more tips!

Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast

Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.

Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!

Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.

Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
11 min
October 01, 2025Top 3 Classroom Tech Tools for Middle & High School Teachers E286
Guest host Dr. Jenna Copper, an Assistant Professor of Education at Slippery Rock University and a former high school English teacher, shares her top three classroom technology tools that every middle and high school teacher should know: Padlet, Canva, and Gimkit.

Whether you're teaching in person, in a hybrid setting, or online, these tools are ideal for enhancing student engagement, creativity, and collaboration. Learn how to use Padlet for interactive discussions, Canva for eye-catching classroom visuals, and Gimkit to gamify review sessions in a fun way. Perfect for:
Secondary educators
Instructional technology coaches
Teachers looking for easy-to-use EdTech tools
Anyone wanting to increase student voice and interaction
Additionally, Dr. Copper shares practical classroom tips, creative ideas, and strategies to make these tools work for you regardless of your tech comfort level.

Follow Dr. Jenna Copper on Instagram and TikTok @DrJennaCopper for daily teaching strategies and EdTech inspiration.

Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast

Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.

Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!

Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.

Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
10 min
September 02, 2025How to Email Your Professor When You Miss Class: A Student Communication Checklist E285
Hey EduMagicians! In this episode, we’re diving into a must-know skill for every college student: how to professionally email your professor when you miss class, whether it’s your first absence or your third, and how you communicate matters.

I’ll walk you through a step-by-step checklist to help you write respectful, responsible, and effective emails that show initiative and professionalism.
We’ll cover:
What to check in your syllabus before emailing
How to reference class content and assignments
What to include to show you’re taking ownership of your learning
How to follow up with peers and use your LMS
Plus, I’ll share a free fill-in-the-blank email template you can use next time you’re absent. Let’s level up your communication skills and keep your college journey on track.

Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast

Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.

Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!

Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.

Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
8 min
August 14, 2025 Building Your Teacher Identity: A Guide for New Education Majors E284
Welcome to EduMagic, where future teachers grow, reflect, and shine! If you're a new education major, you're probably asking yourself: What kind of teacher do I want to be? That question is at the heart of today’s topic: building your teacher identity. Your teacher identity is more than just your major; it's your purpose, your passion, and your personal teaching philosophy. Let’s explore how you can start shaping it from day one.

Show notes can be found here - https://www.sfecich.com/post/building-your-teacher-identity-a-guide-for-new-education-majors

Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.

Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!

Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.

Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.

Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast

Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.

Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!

Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.

Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
11 min
July 09, 2025 How to Build a Support Network in College: 3 Tips for Education Majors E283
Starting college as an education major? Feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to find your people? In this episode of the EDU Magic Podcast, guest host Dr. Amy Orville, professor, mom, and professional development expert, shares three powerful, heart-centered strategies to help you build a strong support network in your first year of college. Whether you're just beginning your journey as a future teacher or looking to strengthen your connections on campus, this episode is packed with practical advice on:

✅ How to connect with your education cohort
✅ Finding a faculty mentor (your academic Yoda!)
✅ Joining education organizations that align with your goals

These tips are designed to help first-year education majors thrive both academically and emotionally. Behind every great teacher is a community that helped them grow.

Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways. Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.

Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast

Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.

Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!

Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.

Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
12 min

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EduMagic Podcast is a chart topping education podcast for preservice teachers, student teachers, and education majors. Hosted by Dr. Samantha Fecich, each weekly episode shares practical teaching…