Episode Summary:

In this episode of The TechEd Clubhouse Podcast, I sit down with the one and only Frankie Baker — better known online as @BaconEdTech. Frankie shares her journey from classroom teacher to digital learning coach and now into her new role as Community Manager for Robolink, where she’s leading ambassador programs and helping educators bring drones and coding into their classrooms.

We talk all things EdTech, coaching strategies, AI tools for teachers, and how building authentic connections is the key to transforming teaching and learning. From personalized PD to embracing FOMO for good, Frankie drops practical advice for educators looking to lead, innovate, and grow.

Plus — hear the story behind the legendary "Bacon EdTech" name!

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What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Frankie’s journey from math teacher to digital learning coach to EdTech community leader

• The origin story of “Bacon EdTech” (it’s as good as you’d hope)

• What a Digital Learning Coach really does day-to-day

• How to support teachers without overwhelming them

• The power of personalized professional development

• How to respond to the dreaded “But we’ve always done it this way…”

• Our favorite AI tools for educators — and why it’s time to start paying for them

• Tips for organizing resources using Wakelet

• Why connecting with other educators online is a game-changer

• A sneak peek into Frankie’s new role with Robolink and how drones are engaging students in new ways

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Tools & Resources Mentioned:

• Robolink: https://www.robolink.com/

• Wakelet: https://wakelet.com/@BaconEdTech

• MagicSchool AI: https://www.magicschool.ai/

• Brisk Teaching: https://www.briskteaching.com/

• Canva (AI features): https://www.canva.com/

• Perplexity AI: https://www.perplexity.ai/

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Connect with Frankie Baker:

Twitter/X: @BaconEdTech

Wakelet Profile: https://wakelet.com/@BaconEdTech

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankie-baker/

Email: [email protected]

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Connect with Dan Thomas:

Twitter/X: @CoachThomasTech

Blog: https://coachthomastech.com/blog

Podcast Archive: https://coachthomastech.com/podcast

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Final Takeaway:

If you’re an educator passionate about helping people, building relationships, and creating learning experiences that matter — coaching might just be your next calling. And whether you’re teaching students or teaching teachers — keep playing, keep exploring, and never stop learning.