Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

In this episode, Dr. Nancy Miller joins to discuss the concept of "microlearning" – what it is, how it works in a classroom setting, and why it might be the perfect choice for boosting engagement. You'll also hear how Rumie, the platform we spotlight today, can save you time whether you're new to the idea of microlearning or you're a microlearning pro! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/03/13/microlearning-bonus/ Sponsored by Rumie: https://rumie.org/ Follow Rumie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rumielearn Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this episode, educator Laurie Guyon joins to discuss how to make computer science standards fun in any classroom. You'll hear tools, activities, and strategies to incorporate computational thinking, STEAM, and coding with students of all ages and across subject areas! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/03/08/computer-science-153/ Sponsored by LenovoEDU: https://education.lenovo.com/ Follow Laurie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/smilelearning Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Get access to lots of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/

In this episode, educator and author Shveta Miller joins to unpack the idea of using graphic novels with students to teach high-level thinking. You'll also hear about how to balance consumption and creation as well as activity ideas, cross-curricular connections, and more. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/03/01/graphic-novels-152/ Sponsored by LenovoEDU: https://education.lenovo.com/ Follow Shevta on Twitter: https://twitter.com/shvetamiller Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Get access to lots of free resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/

In this episode, Jason Carroll from Texthelp joins to share lots of tips for using digital documents with students. You'll also hear about activities using digital documents in all subject areas including math, science, and plenty of English Language Arts connections! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/02/27/digital-documents-bonus/ Sponsored by Texthelp: https://text.help/CTT Follow Jason on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jkcarroll Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this episode, I share a favorite, quick meme activity to promote critical thinking and creativity around any topic. You'll also hear about three spotlight tools to get you started plus how you can use EdTech tools that you already have in your tool belt for this meme creation activity. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/02/22/memes-151/ Sponsored by AMD: https://education.lenovo.com/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Get on the wait list for the Easy EdTech Club: http://classtechtips.com/club

In this 150th Episode Celebration, I'll answer listener questions about all things EdTech. These cover hot topics like what to do about interactive whiteboards, how to incorporate more voice in the classroom, and more. You'll also hear how you can submit your own questions for future episodes of The Easy EdTech Podcast! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/02/15/edtech-questions-150/ Sponsored by AMD for LenovoEDU: https://education.lenovo.com/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Get on the wait list for the Easy EdTech Club: http://classtechtips.com/club

In this episode, SMART Technologies communities manager and educator, Kacie Germadnik, joins to discuss quick ways to boost collaboration in the classroom. You'll also hear tips and strategies to make lessons and activities more interactive this school year. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/02/13/boost-collaboration-bonus/ Sponsored by Lumio: https://lum.io/ Follow Lumio on Twitter: https://twitter.com/go_lumiopln Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this episode, education consultant and school board member Lisa Dabbs joins to discuss the decision-making process of school board members when integrating EdTech in schools. You'll also hear ways for educators and families to connect with their school board to share ideas and questions around education technology integration. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/02/08/school-board-149/ Sponsored by AMD with a reminder about the LenovoEDU Community: https://education.lenovo.com/us/ Follow Lisa on Twitter: https://twitter.com/itslisadabbs Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Get on the wait list for the Easy EdTech Club: http://classtechtips.com/club

In this episode, I share tips for connecting students with a relevant and authentic audience inspired by Chapter 8 of my book EdTech Essentials: The Top 10 Technology Strategies for All Learning Environments. An audience can be entertained, persuaded, and informed and in this episode we're going to look at audiences for your next student project. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/02/01/audience-148/ Sponsored by Tract: https://teach.tract.app/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Get on the wait list for the Easy EdTech Club: http://classtechtips.com/club

In this episode, Courtney Librizzi from the Kognity team joins to discuss the power of technology in pedagogy plus opportunities for becoming a part of a global community of educators. You'll also hear all about The Engage Conference by Kognity and its mission to improve learning and innovation in the classroom using EdTech. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/01/30/global-community-bonus/ Sponsored by Kognity: https://engage.kognity.com/ Connect with Kognity on Twitter: https://twitter.com/kognityed Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/