Unpacking Education & Tech Talk For Teachers
AVID Open Access
If it relates to education and matters to you, we're talking about it on our podcasts. Unpacking Education shares in-depth conversations each Wednesday on timely topics with guests who share their expertise and experience—from teaching strategies, to educational technology, to equitable access to future-driven skills for all students. Tune in every Tuesday for a new Tech Talk For Teachers. 5 minutes jam-packed with practical and actionable tech integration strategies and tool tips you can immediately apply in your classroom.
Episodes
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Sep 11, 2024 • 31min
Pedagogy to Prepare Students for Their Futures, with Gina Gamnis
In this episode, we are joined by Gina Gamnis, Executive Director for AVID Center in the Upper Midwest Area. Gina shares her insights into the skills that students need to be future-ready as well as proven classroom strategies for enabling students to develop those skills. She shares practices from AVID classrooms that can be used in any classroom, and she introduces listeners to the AVID Certified Educator program. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
Sep 10, 2024 • 13min
Digital Icebreakers
In today’s episode, we'll review 13 digital icebreaker strategies for the K–12 classroom. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
Sep 4, 2024 • 35min
Understanding the Younger Generations, with Mark Perna
In this episode, we are joined by Mark Perna, an acclaimed generational expert, who helps us gain a better understanding of the younger generations. He helps us unpack what makes the young people of today unique, what motivates them, how to reach them, and how to help them develop a competitive advantage. His insights are not only relevant for educators, but parents and employers as well. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
Sep 3, 2024 • 12min
Career Exploration with Roadtrip Nation
In today’s episode, we'll explore the free career-exploration resources available to students and educators on the Roadtrip Nation website. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
Aug 28, 2024 • 34min
Roadtrip Nation, with Michael Marriner
Aug 27, 2024 • 14min
AI Prompt Engineering Tips for Teachers
In today’s episode, we'll explore eight AI prompt engineering tips that teachers can use to get better results. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
Aug 21, 2024 • 41min
Fighting the Mental Health Epidemic in Youth, with Jared Scott
Jared Scott, an award-winning motivational speaker and mental health expert, joins us to unpack the state of mental health in our schools. Jared says, “I started speaking at 15 years old, not by choice. I had a tragedy in my hometown. We had 12 students in one school year attempt to take their life.” Rather than dwelling on the problem, Jared is focused on solutions, and he offers actionable strategies for supporting the students in our schools and for changing school cultures to foster positive mental health. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
Aug 20, 2024 • 13min
Back-to-School Student Technology Checklist
In today’s episode, we'll review eight technology tips for helping students effectively start the school year. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
Aug 14, 2024 • 27min
Preparing Your Classroom's Online Learning Space
In this episode, the Unpacking Education podcast team discusses what to consider when setting up an online learning space for your students and their families. The conversation includes such topics as how to organize that space, how to make it consistent and accessible, and how to help ensure a successful experience for your end users. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
Aug 13, 2024 • 12min
Back-to-School Teacher Technology Checklist
In today’s episode, we'll explore eight technology tips for successfully starting your school year. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
