Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

In this episode, I share tips on how to strike a balance with keeping families informed about what is happening in their child's classroom so no one feels overwhelmed. You'll also hear how to optimize the process of sharing student work with families using time-saving strategies and digital tools to maximize your time and energy throughout the school year! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/03/28/sharing-student-work-208/ Sponsored by Responsibility.org: https://asklistenlearn.org/ 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, Education Consultant Leticia Barr joins for a conversation all about empowering kids to say yes to a healthy lifestyle and no to underage drinking. April is Alcohol Responsibility Month and you'll hear about engaging digital resources that teach students the impact of alcohol on the developing brain while incorporating social-emotional learning in lessons, games, and activities. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/03/26/make-healthy-choices-bonus/ Sponsored by Responsibility.org: https://asklistenlearn.org/ Follow Responsibility.org on Twitter: https://twitter.com/goFAAR Follow Leticia Barr on Twitter: https://twitter.com/techsavvymama Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In today's episode, Instructional Technology Facilitator Ainsley Hill joins for a conversation about the fantastic ways she helps teachers incorporate EdTech into engaging projects for students. You'll also hear about a variety of project ideas, digital tool recommendations, and inspiration to take back to your work with students or supporting classroom teachers. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/03/21/project-ideas-207/ Sponsored by Responsibility.org: https://asklistenlearn.org/ Follow Ainsley on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mrshillteaches 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, Executive Director at CMA Foundation Tiffany Kerns joins for an exciting conversation about how country music can bring STEAM education to life for students. Whether you're a big fan of country music or just curious about the connection to STEAM, you don't want to miss their free resources for educators, students, and families. You'll also hear about a special virtual field trip you can watch on-demand! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/03/19/steam-education-bonus/ Sponsored by NAME: https://www.cmaworkinginharmony.com/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In today's episode, we will explore how teachers can guide their students through the process of creating video essays. You'll hear some of my favorite movie-making tools for students, plus how to access my free graphic organizers you can use to plan for your next video essay project. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/03/14/video-essays-206/ Sponsored by my new webinar on ChatGPT: https://classtechtips.com/chatgptreplay/ 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 four simple steps to set the stage for your students to collaborate effectively in online spaces. You'll also learn about how to create a collaborative culture as students work together using digital tools for consumption, creation, and conversations. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/03/07/collaborative-culture-205/ Sponsored by my new webinar on ChatGPT: https://classtechtips.com/chatgpt/ 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, Education Manager at Pressto, Emily Donnelly joins to discuss the impact of AI on traditional writing instruction. You'll also hear how artificial intelligence can help teachers support students in every stage of the writing process to engage, motivate, and build essential skills. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/03/05/impact-of-ai-bonus/ Sponsored by Pressto: https://www.joinpressto.com/ Follow Pressto on Twitter: https://twitter.com/joinpressto Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

Have you ever considered starting a podcast? In this episode, Educational Technology Specialist and podcaster, Gabriel Carrillo joins for an exciting discussion about starting a teacher podcast. You'll hear tips about what goes into creating a podcast, what to consider if you're making a podcast for teachers, and even podcasting with students! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/02/28/teacher-podcast-204/ Sponsored by my Amazon Influencer Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-105a1d3e Follow Gabriel on Twitter: https://www.youtube.com/@edtechbites/videos 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, Cherian Thomas of BYJU'S joins to discuss the innovative ways that EdTech can provide students with personalized learning experiences. You'll also hear home-school connections for the award-winning Osmo to make learning fun for kids throughout the day, both inside and outside of the classroom. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/02/26/personalized-learning-bonus/ Sponsored by Osmo from BYJU'S: https://playosmo.com/ Follow Osmo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/playosmo 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, Media Specialist, Lauren Mobley, joins for a chat about her role in education and how teachers and media specialists can collaborate to promote a love of reading using EdTech. You'll also hear about some of her favorite digital resources and tools to support students as they build vital skills like digital citizenship, and navigating digital spaces. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/02/21/teachers-and-media-specialists-203/ Sponsored by my Amazon Influencer Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-105a1d3e Follow Lauren on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MobleyintheMix Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/