Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

In this episode, Mandy Rice shares tips for saving time by flipping your classroom. If you've thought about trying out a flipped classroom model, Mandy gives tips for how to make it happen alongside her favorite tools for creating and sharing instructional videos. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/08/17/flipping-your-classroom-125/ Sponsored by Microsoft Education: http://aka.ms/teamsPP Follow Mandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachonamission/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Monica's FREE newsletter with summer event invitations: https://classtechtips.com/newsletter

In this episode, I share my journey with Clubhouse over the past seven months and what I've learned about this digital space. You'll hear how Clubhouse has impacted my own professional learning while providing a way to stay connected with fellow educators. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/08/10/clubhouse-124/ Sponsored by Microsoft Education: http://aka.ms/teamsPP Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Follow Monica on Clubhouse: https://clubhousedb.com/user/classtechtips Monica's FREE newsletter with summer event invitations: https://classtechtips.com/newsletter

In this episode, Microsoft Education product manager Mike Tholfsen joins to share lots of updates to Assignments in Microsoft Teams. You'll hear what is new in this powerful tool, including social-emotional learning and formative assessment connections. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/08/08/microsoft-teams-assignments-bonus/ Sponsored by Microsoft Education: http://aka.ms/teamsPP Follow on Mike on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mtholfsen Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Monica's FREE newsletter with summer event invitations: https://classtechtips.com/newsletter

In this episode, Dr. Samantha Fecich, educator, author, and podcast host joins me for a discussion around how best to support new teachers in today's diverse classrooms. You'll also hear some of her favorite versatile EdTech tools for any new teacher's tool belt. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/08/03/new-teachers-123/ Sponsored by Microsoft Education: http://aka.ms/teamsPP Follow Dr. Samantha Fecich on Twitter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sfecich/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Monica's FREE newsletter with summer event invitations: https://classtechtips.com/newsletter

In this episode, I'll unpack the term Potty PD if it's new to you, or revisit it if it's one you use all the time. You'll also hear some strategies for making your own Potty PD, where you can find some ready-to-use posters, and why this might be something you'd like to start (or continue doing) this school year. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/07/27/potty-pd-122/ Sponsored by Microsoft Education: https://aka.ms/ReadingProgressPP Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Monica's FREE newsletter with summer event invitations: https://classtechtips.com/newsletter

In this episode, you'll hear what it is really like to be a member of the Easy EdTech Club, my special site for educators who want to make EdTech easier and take a deep dive into one new topic each month. You'll hear the story behind the club, what members have access to each month, and a few quotes from current members of the group. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/07/25/easy-edtech-club-bonus/ Easy EdTech Club: https://classtechtips.com/club/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Monica's FREE newsletter with summer event invitations: https://classtechtips.com/newsletter

In this episode, let's explore what word clouds are, how to make them, and ways to use them in every subject area. You'll hear five ways to boost student engagement and increase participation throughout the school day. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/07/20/word-clouds-121/ Sponsored by Microsoft Education: https://aka.ms/ReadingProgressPP Join the Easy EdTech Club: https://classtechtips.com/club Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Monica's FREE newsletter with summer event invitations: https://classtechtips.com/newsletter

In this episode, leaders from the educational world and co-authors of the new book Project Based Learning: Real Questions. Real Answers, Erin Murphy and Ross Cooper join me for a discussion on all things PBL. You'll hear how you can empower your students with PBL and how their book will support your work every step of the way. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/07/13/project-based-learning-120/ Sponsored by Microsoft Education: https://aka.ms/ReadingProgressPP Follow Erin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/murphysmusings5 Follow Ross on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosscoops31 Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Monica's FREE newsletter with summer event invitations: https://classtechtips.com/newsletter

In this episode, Dr. Mina Jo Blazy joins for a conversation around the importance of empowering women in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields! You'll hear Dr. Blazy focus on all things STEM including how to support girls in STEM starting in elementary school. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/07/06/girls-in-stem-119/ Sponsored by Microsoft Education: https://aka.ms/ReadingProgressPP Follow Dr. Mina Jo Blazy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/minajblazy/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Monica's FREE newsletter with summer event invitations: https://classtechtips.com/newsletter

Summer is here, and you might be wondering how to help families keep kids engaged with high-quality resources during the break. In this episode of the Easy EdTech Podcast, we'll explore digital summer resource lists for families. You'll hear four reasons why you might want to make digital resource lists for this summer and some resources to help you get started! This week on the podcast, I share ways that educators can create digital summer resource lists for their students and families. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/06/29/summer-resource-lists-118/ Sponsored by Kdan Mobile: https://bit.ly/35rgzNB Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Monica's FREE newsletter with summer event invitations: https://classtechtips.com/newsletter