Unpacking Education & Tech Talk For Teachers

In today’s episode, we'll explore Diffit, a differentiation tool that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to rewrite text at different reading levels, translate content, and generate definitions and questions related to the text. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, we are joined by Kiki Prottsman, Director of Education for Microsoft MakeCode, computer science (CS) author, and keynote speaker. She helps us unpack ways that educators can support CSEdWeek, which is an annual call to action to inspire K–12 students to learn computer science, advocate for equity in computer science education, and celebrate the contributions of students, teachers, and partners to the field. CSEdWeek runs from December 4–10, 2023. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In today’s episode, we'll review Eduaide, an AI teaching assistant that can help you save time by leveraging generative AI tools in a teacher-friendly workspace. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Jodi Asbell-Clarke to explore the connection between neurodivergent learners and STEM education. Dr. Asbell-Clarke draws upon years of research and practice to explain how STEM education, project-based learning, and universal design for learning all play unique and powerful roles in maximizing the talents of students, including neurodivergent thinkers. Dr. Asbell-Clarke and her team have applied this research and learning to create a collection of teaching and learning materials called INFACT (Including Neurodiversity in Foundational and Applied Computational Thinking), which are freely available on the TERC, EdGE, and AVID Open Access websites.

In today’s episode, we'll explore FigJam, an online whiteboard that's a feature-loaded alternative to Google Jamboard, which is sunsetting at the end of 2024. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, we are joined by Angela Maiers to talk about the importance of mattering. Her message began in 2011 with her talk, “You Matter,” at TEDxDesMoines. The message resonated deeply with people and spread widely, going viral. Since then, Angela has continued to champion and develop her message about the importance of mattering and how mattering is the foundation upon which we can build our personal genius. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In today’s episode, we'll explore the benefits of being grateful and call out 10 digital gratitude activities that you can integrate into your classroom. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. John Spencer to talk about his new book, The A.I. Roadmap: Human Learning in the Age of Smart Machines. He helps us unpack a wide range of topics related to artificial intelligence (AI) in K–12 education, including some potentially poor choices, a better roadmap forward, implications for teaching and learning, and some practical examples of what AI looks like when it is integrated well into a classroom. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In today’s episode, we'll explore ways to integrate technology into a Socratic Seminar. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, we are joined by Thomas C. Murray, a former teacher and administrator and current Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools. Thomas helps us unpack his book, Personal and Authentic: Designing Learning Experiences That Impact a Lifetime. In a conversation firmly grounded in the importance of relationships, Thomas elaborates on a series of quotes from the book and explains their relevance to personal and authentic learning. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.