

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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Jul 7, 2020 • 10min
5 Tips for Sharing Online Learning Resources with Families - 069
In this episode, you'll hear five tips for sharing online resources with families. You'll also learn the steps to take when you find a great resource and want to get it in the hands of your school community. Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/07/07/sharing-online-learning-resources-069/ ASCD YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dD61sFURZB8&list=PLQwgrTZB6wa_u8B546q5YryupMPmtBSSr

Jun 30, 2020 • 14min
7 Creative Summer Project Ideas Using Adobe Spark - 068
In this episode, I'll highlight seven creative summer project ideas using the open-ended creation tool Adobe Spark. You'll hear how to access and use the free Adobe Spark tools for student and teacher creations. We'll look at ideas for teacher creators and student projects you can tailor to different grade levels and subject areas. Show notes >> https://classtechtips.com/2020/06/30/summer-project-ideas-spark-068 Free graphic organizers >> http://classtechtips.com/sparkplan 40 Ways to Inject Creativity into Your Classroom with Adobe Spark >> http://classtechtips.com/books/

Jun 23, 2020 • 24min
How Art Fits Into Your STEM Curriculum with Tim Needles - 067
In this episode, we'll explore how to infuse art into your STEM curriculum. ISTE author Tim Needles shares his experience with designing creative learning experiences for students. You'll also hear his recommendations for cross-curricular connections and favorite EdTech tools. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/06/23/stem-curriculum-067

Jun 16, 2020 • 28min
How to Incorporate Computational Thinking in Any Subject with Jorge Valenzuela - 066
In this episode, you'll hear from Jorge Valenzuela as he shares the what, why and how of computational thinking in classrooms. Jorge describes how to use the foundations of computational thinking in any subject area. We'll talk about our favorite EdTech tools and strategies, and Jorge shares his book Rev Up Robotics. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/06/16/computational-thinking-066

Jun 9, 2020 • 16min
AR Apps for Learning at Home with Augmented Reality - 065
In this episode, I share eight augmented reality apps that students and families can use at home. On this list of AR apps, I share resources for different subject areas, age groups and devices. You'll also hear about strategies for introducing these apps to families and students. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/06/09/ar-apps-065/ Free resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff/

May 26, 2020 • 25min
How Students Can Work in Teams Remotely with Rachelle Dene Poth - 064
In this episode, I talk with ISTE author Rachelle Dene Poth about collaboration in remote learning environments. She shares strategies for supporting students working in teams when they aren't side-by-side but working from home instead. You'll also hear about her favorite technology tools and tips for remote learning. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/05/26/collaboration-remote-learning-064/

May 19, 2020 • 25min
What Leaders Should Know About Remote Learning with Eric Sheninger - 063
In this episode, we'll take a look at a leadership perspective on remote learning. Eric Sheninger, author of Digital Leadership shares recommendations for school leaders tackling the challenges of supporting students, teachers and families, learning and working at home. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/05/19/remote-learning-leadership-063/

May 12, 2020 • 20min
7 Reasons I Love Google Keep - 062
In this episode, you'll hear about one of my favorite productivity tools Google Keep and how to use it for your own organization as well as with students. Learn about seven reasons this tool is a must-have in your tool belt with my favorite Google Keep tips. Show notes - https://classtechtips.com/2020/05/12/google-keep-062/

May 5, 2020 • 17min
9 Benefits of Using Flipgrid for Book Clubs
In this episode, I share strategies for hosting asynchronous book clubs in digital spaces and tips for using Flipgrid. You'll hear strategies for using Flipgrid for book clubs with students and how you can use this strategy with your colleagues for remote professional development. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/05/05/flipgrid-for-book-clubs-061/ Tasks Before Apps study guide Tasks Before Apps: Designing Rigorous Learning in a Tech-Rich Classroom Quick Reference Guide on Classroom Technology Tips The Educator's Guide to Flipgrid How to Use Flipgrid for Book Clubs (Blog Post)

Apr 28, 2020 • 31min
Tips for Coaches Tackling Remote Learning with Martine Brown
In this episode, you'll hear from a coach who works with coaches. Martine Brown shares her tips for coaches working to support teachers with remote learning. You'll also hear about Martine's book for tech integration coaching and tips you can try out right away. Show notes - https://classtechtips.com/2020/04/28/tips-for-coaches-060/ Martine's book - 21 Lessons of Tech Integration Coaching Martine Brown on Twitter


