Hope you will check out this episode's featured AI tools for teachers. AI is my favorite topic and it has changed a lot in the past 6 years. There are a ton of great tools to explore and in this episode, I give you 3 to start with. Let me know your thoughts!

This episode is sponsored by Tulane University SoPA.

I had such a great conversation with Dr. Hazel Woords. Dr. Woods is the Associate Program Director and Professor of Practice at Tulane SoPA. (School of Professional Advancement).

Hazel began her educational path as a first-grade classroom teacher in New Jersey. During the past 25 years in New Orleans, she has strengthened her knowledge about culture, community, and collaboration through work in a variety of educational settings with young children, adult learners, and college students. Her experiences with non-profits, K-12 systems, and universities provide Dr. Woods with a broad, inclusive perspective on teaching and learning. Her interests include early literacy, reading development, educational resilience, and meaningful student-teacher interactions. Hazel holds both a B.S. in Early Childhood Education and a Master's Degree in Developmental Reading from the College of New Jersey. She also holds a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction with a minor in Urban Studies from the University of New Orleans.

Learn more about SoPA:

SEED  GRANT
https://sopa.tulane.edu/degrees-programs/programs-study

In this episode, I share some ideas to explore for the fall that focus on STEM learning and a bit about AI. Check out KinderLab Robotics, CoSpaces Edu, Code.org, Nearpod, and more!

Learn more about my work from the testimonials provided on my blog site. Bring me to your school or conference for sessions or keynotes on Artificial Intelligence, Augmented and Virtual Reality, Emerging Technologies(Blockchain, NFTs, metaverse, and Web3), SEL, and STEM. You can book me here.

My books are available at: bit.ly/pothbooks

We always have a great chat with Michele! Check out this recent episode of Thrive o'clock when Rachelle and Mel talk about heading back to school and are joined by Michele to talk about the great opportunities for students available via @x2VOL. We enjoyed the conversation, had some laughs, and learned a lot from Michele about the impact these programs have on students. Hope you check out @x2VOL for more information about volunteering, SEL, and CTE.

Follow on Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/x2VOL

Blog Posts:

From Student to Employee: The Transformative Power of x2VOL

https://trackservicehours.x2vol.com/blog/from-student-to-employee-the-transformative-power-of-x2vol 

Summer Volunteer Ideas for Students

https://trackservicehours.x2vol.com/blog/summer-volunteer-ideas-for-students 

Finding Belonging Through Service

https://trackservicehours.x2vol.com/blog/finding-belonging-through-service 

How Students Access Core SEL Competencies at School

https://trackservicehours.x2vol.com/blog/how-students-access-core-sel-competencies-at-school 

Preparing Today's Students for the Future

https://trackservicehours.x2vol.com/blog/preparing-todays-students-for-the-future 

Case Studies:

Cincinnati Public Schoolshttps://trackservicehours.x2vol.com/x2vol-case-studies/cincinnati-public-schools 

I recently had a great chat with Dan Wolfe, an educator who has served in many roles. He is also the author of the book Becoming The Change. We had such a wonderful discussion about education, learning, constant growth, and the importance of reflection.

A little about Dan:

Dan grew up in Germantown, Maryland, and went to Flagler College in Saint Augustine, Florida. He has served in Pasco County, Florida for more than 25 years. During my time there he has held roles as a teacher, instructional coach, and administrator. Dan is currently an Assistant Principal at Sunray Elementary. He was selected as Pasco County’s District Teacher of the Year in the 2011-2012 school year. He is currently in the Principal’s Pool.

For the past three years, Dan has written a blog called Becoming The Change which focuses on a different quote each day and how we can best apply it towards becoming the change through our own moral compass and the five areas in SEL. His first book, Becoming the Change came out in June 2022.  He hopes to continue writing books and inspiring others for years to come.

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/daniel.wolfe.50702/ 

Twitter - @ServLeadInspire 

Instagram - @serveleadinspirealways 

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-wolfe-45390a43/ 
Website: https://becoming-the-change.com/
Grab Dan's book at: https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Change-Essential-Elements-Being/dp/B0B2TW64X7