Unpacking Education & Tech Talk For Teachers

Kiki Prottsman, Director of Education for Microsoft MakeCode, joins us to talk about CSEdWeek. Taking place December 9–15 this year, CSEdWeek is an annual opportunity to promote computer science (CS) education in our schools. Throughout the episode, Kiki offers both the rationale behind the event as well as insights and strategies that teachers can use to meaningfully bring computer science into their classrooms. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In today’s episode, I'll share four websites full of resources you can use for CS Ed Week, which runs December 9-15, 2024. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, our hosts give thanks for all the unsung heroes in our schools, the people who work tirelessly every day to keep things running smoothly. Even though these people may not get the recognition they deserve, they are vital to the success and daily operations of our schools. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, we want to thank you for all you do. You make a difference. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In today’s episode, we'll explore three digital tools that you can use to effectively and efficiently create thank you cards and messages. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, Danielle Eisenberg, Chief of Assessment Design and Integration at ETS, joins us to discuss the future of assessment. She talks in depth about The Skills for the Future Initiative, a joint undertaking between ETS and The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. These two well-known leaders in assessment are collaborating to create improved methods of documenting and assessing the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to succeed in the 21st century, acknowledging that these are not singularly demonstrated through time in the classroom. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

Explore two generative AI tools that allow you to create music tracks from text prompts. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, Ben Solomon joins us to discuss an exciting project focused on sharing stories from teachers who are supporting students with disabilities and learning differences in the area of career education and development. This project was made possible by the Educating All Learners Alliance who hosted a Community of Action that resulted in the funding of two projects. One of the projects selected was the “Amplify Excellence Initiative” pitched by AVID and Getting Smart. Ben shares the origins and background of the project as well as some of the stories represented in the work. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In today’s episode, we'll explore three powerful updates to Google's NotebookLM, a free AI powered digital notebook. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, well-known instructional technology expert, Eric Curts helps us unpack the power of technology in the classroom. Specifically, we dig into generative AI and how it can be used in K-12 classrooms. Eric shares specific examples of AI tools you can try as well as practical classroom activities that can make a real impact with your students. He shares ideas for those new to AI as well as those looking to push to the next level. Additional ideas and resources can be found on his website Control Alt Achieve. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In today’s episode, we'll explore QuillBot, a writing assistant that works across apps and websites while leveraging the power of AI to help you write, edit, and revise. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.