Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Pam Allyn, literacy expert, author, and advocate for children all about the importance of integrating reading and writing into community sharing rituals in the classroom. You'll also hear tips for creating a sense of belonging and celebrating student diversity through a mix of digital and print experiences that help students tell their stories. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/10/03/help-students-tell-their-stories-235/ Sponsored by my quick reference guides: https://classtechtips.com/Books/ Follow Pam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pamallyn Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/

In this episode, you'll hear from Andrew Henry, CEO of Red Cedar Solutions Group about the power of data in special education. We talk about the impact data has on decision making at the classroom, school and district level. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/09/29/data-in-special-education-bonus/ Sponsored by Stepwell: https://www.stepwelled.com/ Follow Stepwell on Twitter: https://twitter.com/StepwellEd Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

Discover seven chat GPT prompts for educators that enhance productivity and ignite classroom creativity. Learn how to narrow down responses, request unexpected responses, and use 'don't include' prompts. Explore engaging prompts and the power of emojis in education. Leverage ChatGPT's image description feature to enhance presentations. Also, learn about an image generation tool and AI education membership.

In this episode, tune in for an inspiring conversation with Speech and Language Pathologist Kim Zajac about how student-driven play can unlock creativity and empower young minds. You'll discover a toolbox of ideas, resources, and tech-connections to bring more playfulness and curiosity into your classroom. If you're looking to make learning an adventure for your students, this episode is for you! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/09/19/student-driven-play-233/ Sponsored by my AI in Education Membership: https://classtechtips.com/ai-for-educators-membership/ Follow Kim on Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/ZajacSLP Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/

In this episode, passionate EdTech advocates Kate Grunow, Troy Hicks and Jenn Parker share strategies for purposeful EdTech integration. Discover how their collaborative book Making the Move With Ed Tech guides educators toward a strategy-driven approach, merging well-loved teaching methods with innovative tech tools to elevate student learning and formative assessments. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/09/12/edtech-integration-232/ Sponsored by my AI in Education Membership: https://classtechtips.com/ai-for-educators-membership/ Follow on Twitter (X) Jenn Parker, Kate Grunow, & Troy Hicks Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/

Learn about the advantages of using AI to generate images in education, including customization, simplicity, and time-saving capabilities. Discover three reasons to consider AI for image creation and explore top generative AI tools like Adobe Firefly. Join the AI and Education Membership for the latest trends in AI and tools for the classroom.

In this episode, explore fall activity ideas you can customize with artificial intelligence to make sure they are the perfect fit for your students. From virtual fall scavenger hunts to multimedia story writing, you'll hear tech-friendly projects that teachers personalize for students using AI tools like ChatGPT. If you're looking for creative ways to infuse technology into your fall curriculum (with an AI connection), this episode is for you! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/08/29/fall-activity-ideas-230/ Sponsored by my free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this episode, tune in for a refreshing conversation with Instructional Coach Suzanne Dailey all about building positive habits for a happier teaching experience. You'll also hear how busy educators can leverage technology for self-care and to nurture social relationships to lead to a happier school year. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/08/22/happier-school-year-229/ Sponsored by the "Free Stuff" section of my blog: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/ Follow Suzanne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachhappier/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this bonus episode, Delia DeCourcy, Worldwide Education Portfolio Manager at Lenovo, spotlights how to maximize Chromebook's potential for assessment, creativity, and collaboration this school year. You'll hear actionable tips for leveraging new accessibility features and integrations with powerful tools like Adobe Express, Google Workspace, and Lenovo's Google Creativity Apps to foster student engagement, creativity, and learning. If you're curious about how to boost creativity, collaboration, and assessment with Chromebooks, this episode is for you! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/08/20/assessment-with-chromebooks-bonus/ Sponsored by Lenovo Education: http://www.lenovo.com/education Follow Lenovo Education on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LenovoEducation Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this episode, discover how to take presentation creation to the next level in your classroom! Tune in to hear about thirteen student-friendly websites to make presentations with kids of all ages. From animated videos to automatic translations, these flexible creation tools have you covered! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/08/15/websites-to-make-presentations-228/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/