

Meaningful & Relevant: Strategies for Today's Educators from AJ Juliani - The #InnovatorsMindset S6EP16
Apr 20, 2025
In this engaging conversation, AJ Juliani, a seasoned educator and author, shares his insights on keeping learners engaged amid digital distractions. With over two decades in education, he highlights the need for meaningful teaching practices and how educators can model effective technology use. They discuss the importance of balancing foundational learning with aspirational goals and the impactful role of artificial intelligence in education. AJ emphasizes fostering independent thought in students and sharing strategies for navigating the challenges of modern teaching.
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AJ Juliani's Educational Journey
- AJ Juliani shares his extensive two decades in education as teacher, coach, instructional coach, and author of eight books.
- His experience and family perspective inspired his new book on engaging learners amid distractions.
The Impact of Continuous Partial Attention
- Continuous partial attention means splitting focus across many tasks all day, even without devices present.
- Deep work like reading or sports calms the brain by breaking this constant multitasking.
Reduce Anxiety by Morning Tech Habits
- Avoid checking phones or emails before completing physical workouts to reduce anxiety.
- Establish a morning routine that minimizes digital distractions to improve well-being.