Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

In this episode, educational leaders and fellow ASCD authors Dr. Clare Kilbane and Dr. Natalie Milman share expert strategies for using EdTech to personalize learning. Explore insights from their book, Using Technology in a Differentiated Classroom, and discover practical tips to thoughtfully integrate digital tools and support diverse learners. If you're ready to elevate all students' learning journeys, this episode is a must-listen! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/12/03/differentiated-classroom-296/ Sponsored by the blog at ClassTechTips.com: ClassTechTips.com/blog Follow Dr. Clare Kilbane on social: https://x.com/Design2Diff Follow Dr. Natalie Milman on social: https://x.com/nataliebmilman 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 learn how to use AI tools to save time designing classroom activities for winter in your classroom. You'll also hear about favorite free and low-cost AI tools for teachers and other helpful resources to get you started. If you're looking for fresh ideas to infuse the essence of the winter season into student activities, this episode is for you! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/11/26/classroom-activities-for-winter-295/ Sponsored by the blog at ClassTechTips.com: https://classtechtips.com/blog/ 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, I welcome back Miriam Plotinsky, instructional specialist and fellow ASCD author, to the podcast for a chat about how small changes in teaching practices can lead to significant improvements in the classroom. You'll also hear practical tips from her new book Small but Mighty on incorporating movement, using EdTech thoughtfully, and how school leaders can support teachers in making incremental changes. If you want to transform your teaching through tiny habits while leveraging existing resources, this episode has you covered! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/11/19/tiny-habits-294/ Sponsored by the blog at ClassTechTips.com: http://classtechtips.com/blog Follow Miriam Plotinsky on social: https://x.com/MirPloMCPS 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, I break down how to easily create customized coloring book pages with AI and spotlight ways to incorporate them into cross-curricular lessons for students of all ages. You'll hear creative ideas for using coloring - from fostering mindfulness and building background knowledge to visualizing complex concepts. If you'd like to leverage AI to help you craft personalized coloring book pages that align perfectly with your instructional goals, this episode is for you! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/11/12/coloring-book-pages-293/ Sponsored by the blog at ClassTechTips.com: https://classtechtips.com/blog/ 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, bilingual educator and Edutopia author Danielle Zélin joins for a chat about tips for comic strips as a creative and effective tool for assessment and engagement in the classroom. You'll hear strategies for introducing comic strip creation to students, tips for integrating technology into the process, and how this approach can boost student confidence while checking for understanding across various subjects. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/11/05/tips-for-comic-strips-292/ Sponsored by my blog Class Tech Tips: ClassTechTips.com/blog Follow Danielle Zélin on social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-zélin-7423332/ 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, we'll explore how AI music can elevate your classroom activities! Get ready to discover impactful ways to use AI-generated tunes to spark creativity, enhance learning, and make your lessons more engaging than ever before. Tune in to hear about some easy-to-use tips for AI music generation tools and how to get started. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/10/29/tips-for-ai-music-291/ Sponsored by the “Free Stuff” Page on my website: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/   

In this episode, author and educator Dr. Kati Begen shares valuable insights on how to effectively incorporate student feedback into your classroom. You'll discover practical tips for streamlining the process, utilizing existing EdTech tools, and fostering a culture of student ownership and peer learning. If you're seeking strategies to enhance student engagement and improve your instructional practices, this episode is a must-listen. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/10/22/student-feedback-290/ Sponsored by the “Free Stuff” Page on my website: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/  Follow Dr. Kati Begen on social: https://www.instagram.com/teacherbeegs/ 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, I share ten customizable and tech-infused activities to help kids set goals in engaging ways. You'll also hear suggestions for favorite digital tools to try out alongside these ideas. From crafting digital vision boards to utilizing chatbots for tackling new goals, this episode has you covered! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/10/15/help-kids-set-goals-289/  Sponsored by the “Free Stuff” Page on my website: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/  Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/  

Join Matt Cole, the Executive VP of Global Sales at Promethean, and Molly-Armine Holston, an education consultant with deep roots in special education, as they delve into future-proofing classroom technology. They discuss the importance of making sustainable technology decisions and the advantages of decoupled operating systems for seamless upgrades. Explore Promethean’s innovative solutions that adapt to both in-class and remote learning environments, ensuring educators can stay ahead in a rapidly changing educational landscape.

In this episode, co-authors of The Promises and Perils of AI in Education Dee Lanier and Ken Shelton join for a timely discussion spotlighting what educators need to know about AI. You'll hear expert tips for moving at an accessible pace, viewing Artificial Intelligence as an opportunity to teach ethics and equity, avoiding the efficiency trap, and lots more.  If you're looking for insights on the current state of AI in education and tips for thoughtful AI implementation in your teaching practice, this episode has you covered! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/10/08/know-about-AI-288/  Sponsored by the “Free Stuff” Page on my website: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/  Follow Dee on social: https://twitter.com/deelanier  Follow Ken on social: https://twitter.com/k_shelton  Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/