

Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns
Monica Burns
Monica Burns from the popular EdTech blog ClassTechTips brings you teaching strategies, tips and activity ideas. Each podcast focuses on how to make EdTech integration easy with a shout out to favorite EdTech tools for classrooms. Monica provides actionable, relevant tips for teachers so you can make this school year the best one yet! Join author, speaker, and blogger, Dr. Monica Burns for an EdTech podcast that helps take the stress out of integrating education technology into your classroom.
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Apr 27, 2021 • 26min
3 Time-Saving Assessment Tips for Teachers with Willisa Osburn - 109
Looking to save time in your assessment routine? In this episode, Willisa Osburn shares three time-saving tips for formative and summative assessment alongside some favorite tools. You'll hear about automating tasks, setting up your digital workspace, and the long-term benefits of vertical planning. Show notes -> https://classtechtips.com/2021/04/27/assessment-tips-109 Monica on Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ FREE Spring Cleaning Guide -> http://classtechtips.com/springcleaning

Apr 20, 2021 • 15min
What You Need to Know About Sharing Podcasts with Students - 108
Do you want to find out how to use podcasts in your classroom? In this episode, I will share tips for using podcasts with students across grade levels and subject areas. We'll also talk about setting a purpose, finding resources and involving families. Podcasts are an excellent way to engage students in learning because they can be used to introduce new information or simply as a way to pique a student's curiosity. Show notes -> https://classtechtips.com/2021/04/20/podcasts-with-students-108 Monica on Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ FREE Spring Cleaning Guide -> http://classtechtips.com/springcleaning

Apr 13, 2021 • 15min
8 Strategies to Level Up Your Brain Breaks - 107
There are many ways to help your students refocus during class, but brain breaks can be a great way to give them a little break and allow them time for self-regulation. In this episode, you'll learn what brain breaks are, why they work, and some activities that you can use with your class right away! Show notes -> https://classtechtips.com/2021/04/13/brain-breaks-107/ Follow Monica on Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ FREE Spring Cleaning Guide -> http://classtechtips.com/springcleaning Weekly EdTech Newsletter -> https://classtechtips.com/newsletter

Apr 6, 2021 • 15min
3 Reasons Educators Shouldn't Ignore TikTok -- 106
In this episode, learn three reasons TikTok might be worth your time and tips for using this app to gather ideas. You'll hear how this app has changed my view on professional learning and how it might just inspire student creations. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/04/06/tiktok-106/ Follow Monica aka Class Tech Tips on TikTok Free download for Spring: 10 Quick Tips to Organize Your Google Drive

Mar 30, 2021 • 25min
What Does Digital Citizenship Really Mean? With Dr. Kristen Mattson - 105
In this episode, ISTE author Dr. Kristen Mattson breaks down the term digital citizenship and provides examples of how to incorporate digital citizenship into any subject area. You'll learn about curriculum resources and strategies to teach digital citizenship to students of all ages. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/03/30/digital-citizenship-105/ Find Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Follow Dr. Kristen Mattson on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook Dr. Kristen Mattson's Website "Would You Rather" Free Download

Mar 23, 2021 • 29min
Social-Emotional Learning in the Digital World with Krista Leh - 104
In this episode, Krista Leh shares tips, stories and strategies for social-emotional learning in the digital world. You'll hear ideas for supporting SEL initiatives at your school and district, and how to incorporate SEL skill-building opportunities into every classroom. Show notes -> https://classtechtips.com/2021/03/23/social-emotional-learning-104/ Follow Krista Leh on Twitter, Instagram, & Clubhouse Monica on Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ This episode is sponsored by the HUE HD which you can find at http://huehd.com/.

Mar 16, 2021 • 32min
What Educators Need to Know About Clubhouse with Marlena Gross-Taylor - 103
In this episode, EduGladiators founder Marlena Gross-Taylor shares her experience using the new Clubhouse social media app. You'll hear Clubhouse tips for teachers who are new to the platform and anyone who is curious about what Clubhouse could mean for educators. Follow Marlena -> https://twitter.com/mgrosstaylor Learn more about EduGladiators -> http://www.edugladiators.com Show notes with extra resources -> https://classtechtips.com/2021/03/16/clubhouse-tips-103/

Mar 9, 2021 • 14min
A Quick, Free Way to Add Captions to Any Video Call - 102
In this episode, learn about a way you can add captions to any video call through a quick Google Slides hack. If you haven't thought about using captions during lessons, webinars, trainings, or live calls, this episode will show you how easy it is to include captions on every and any call. Show notes --> https://classtechtips.com/2021/03/09/add-captions-102 This episode is sponsored by the Waterford.og you can find their free ESSER II Funding guide at https://www.waterford.org/esser-funding/ Find Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ **Please Subscribe to the podcast and Rate & Review**

Mar 2, 2021 • 12min
Why Google Podcasts is the Perfect Free Podcast Player for Your Students - 101
In this episode, learn about a free podcast player that works on any web browser. Perfect for students who don't have a smartphone or podcast app, Google Podcasts makes any podcast easy for students to find and play from their device. You'll hear tips for using Google Podcasts and a few favorite listening recommendations, too. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/03/01/google-podcasts-101 Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ *Remember to follow/subscribe to the podcast*

Feb 25, 2021 • 13min
Top Tips from the Past 99 Episodes - 100
In this episode you'll hear a few of my favorite tips from the past 99 episodes of the Easy EdTech Podcast. Listen in to grab some of the strategies I love sharing with listeners and a shout out to a few top episodes from the past two years. If you are looking for a few of my favorite quick EdTech tips and ideas, this episode is for you! Show notes -> https://classtechtips.com/2021/02/25/top-tips-100/ Monica on Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ This episode is sponsored by the LenovoEDU Community which you can find at education.Lenovo.com.


