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01/05/2023

Creating Vertical Alignment between your Core Area Subjects and Digital Learning Curriculum

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Barb Scully discuss the importance between creating a vertically aligned Digital Learning Curriculum that matches up to your overall K12 Program of Studies. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section. This week’s question is: How do you create a K12 Digital Learning Curriculum that is standards aligned and based on your Digital Learning Strategic Plan? Weekly Topic How do you Vertically Align your Digital Learning Curriculum? What is vertical alignment? Why is vertical alignment used? Examples of a Vertically Aligned Curriculum Music Art Science Ask Yourself … What do you want your students to do be able to do when they graduate? Presenters Audio / Video Creators Graphic Designers Writers Musicians Decide what skills students need to learn to be able to do those skills? Break down your skills into a Digital Learning Scope and Sequence Decide what topics should be taught in a core classes and what should be taught by specialists. Pair each skill up with a core curriculum skill so that the student needs to use the digital learning skill to showcase their knowledge of the subject. Contact the Podcast! TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach Email: feedback@teachercast.net Subscribe to “Ask the Tech Coach” Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Amazon Music Follow our Podcast on Social Media The TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | @TeacherCast Ask the Tech Coach Podcast | @AsktheTechCoach Follow our Hosts Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Susan Vincentz | @sv314dws Join our PLN Are you enjoying the TeacherCast Network, please share your thoughts with the world by commenting on iTunes today? I enjoy reading and sharing your comments on the podcast each week. The Teach Better Podcast Network The Teach Better Podcast Network is dedicated to supporting the entire school ecosystem through in-depth conversations around topics you care about. Covering a variety of areas in education, each podcast aims to support educators in the field toward creating and maintaining a...

01/05/2023

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28 min
27/10/2025

Building a Culture of Accountability in Education: A Conversation with Jared Paget

Welcome to The Jeff Bradbury Show, featuring conversations with creators who are shaping the future of learning. In this episode, Jared Paget—a seasoned supply chain and operations leader—shares insights on leadership, transformation, and building meaningful workplace relationships. He offers strategies for new leaders, explains how to understand organizational culture, and stresses the need for effective tools and training. Jared champions servant leadership and the human side of management, advocating for developing team members over personal advancement. He also reflects on his journey and the lessons he's learned along the way. Become a High-Impact Leader: This episode is just the beginning. To get the complete blueprint for designing and implementing high-impact systems in your district, get your copy of my book, "Impact Standards." Strategic Vision for Digital Learning:Learn how to create a district-wide vision that aligns digital learning with your educational goals, transforming how standards-based instruction is designed and supported.Curriculum Design and Implementation:Discover practical strategies for integrating digital learning into existing curricula, creating vertical alignment of skills, and mapping digital learning across grade levels.Effective Instructional Coaching:Master the art of coaching people rather than technology, building relationships that drive success, and measuring impact through student engagement rather than just technology usage. Purchase your copy of “Impact Standards” on Amazon today! Key Takeaways: Turn business complexity into growth opportunities.Break the first 90 days into three 30-day blocks.Build strong relationships—they're the foundation of effective leadership.Take time to understand your organization's culture.Identify quick wins to establish credibility early.Navigate organizational politics with tact and strategy.Provide the right tools before changing personnel.Tailor training to meet each employee's specific needs.Practice servant leadership by focusing on developing others.Build trust and understanding—they're essential to successful leadership. About our Guest: Jared Paget Jared Paget is an operations and supply chain leader who helps companies turn complexity into growth. He has scaled global manufacturing and logistics networks, modernized supplier ecosystems, and led transformations that drive efficiency and innovation. With experience across medical devices, consumer goods, and industrial equipment, Jared brings real-world stories of how technology and continuous improvement are reshaping the way companies compete. About Company: Paget Consulting At Paget Consulting, we specialize in streamlining supply chains and operations for companies of all sizes. Our services include supply chain strategy development, logistics optimization, inventory management, and process improvement. We take the time to understand your unique needs and goals, and provide customized solutions to help you achieve success. With years of experience in various industries, we have the knowledge and tools to help your business thrive. If you're looking to improve efficiency or revamp your supply chain, we're here to help. Links of Interest Website:www.jaredpaget.comLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredpaget/details/experience/ Let’s Work Together Contact Me Today:a...

27/10/2025

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47 min
18/02/2019

Six Steps Instructional Coaches Take when Creating Successful eLearning Experiences

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Nick discuss several things a Tech Coach should do when creating online courses and self-paced learning modules. In this episode, we discuss: Six Steps You Need To Take to Create a Successful Online Learning Experience For Your Teachers Step 1: Identify Learning ObjectivesDirectly or indirectly correlate to District Goals, Building Goals, and Initiatives. Content vs. Skills What vs How PD How will learning objectives be assessed? Step 2: Decide where to host your modules.What should you do before opening the module?Sketch in Google Docs Mindmapping SoftwareLucid Chart MindNote ApplicationsSchoology Canvas Google Sites Google Forms WordPress Step 3: Integrate teacher needs and wants into module creation. What topics do they want to learn about? Allow time to collaborate/share/discuss as a group Step 4: Decide on a proper framework or workflow How will the module go? Utilize BLOOMS ** This is the most important step and can save you A LOT of time when creating future modules. Self-created videos vs random YouTube videos Step 5: Give time to reflect/share creations/ and implement Let teachers create something and implement in their classroom Have them share the creation Let them come back and reflect. How did it go? What did you like/dislike? What else do you want to learn to help you more? Step 6: Highlight their accomplishments with a badge (micro credentialing) Credly Schoology Badges (integrated) Padlet Share Board Twitter Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. span style="font-family: 'Times New...

18/02/2019

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37 min
17/12/2024 · BONUS

The Science of Implementation – Part 1

In this episode, Jeffrey Bradbury and Laura Stewart discuss the science of reading with Dr. Rob Friel and Dr. Brian Cromer from South Western School District. They explore the importance of leadership in implementing literacy changes, the challenges faced during the transformation, and the significance of building a collaborative culture among educators. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today! In This Episode … What is the current landscape of the science of reading? How did the science of reading become a national movement? Conversation Takeaways The science of reading is a body of research that informs educational practices. Leadership is crucial in implementing effective literacy programs. Transformational change in literacy requires a methodical approach. Building a collaborative culture enhances educational outcomes. Curriculum development should be an ongoing process. Professional learning and coaching are essential for teacher development. Engaging various stakeholders fosters buy-in and commitment. Intentional collaboration is key to successful implementation. Understanding student needs is vital for effective literacy instruction. The journey of educational transformation takes time and patience. Coaching is essential for effective instructional design. Selecting the right literacy resources is crucial for student success. Teacher preparedness varies, and resources can help bridge gaps. Leaders must be actively involved in classrooms to support teachers. Communication and feedback loops are vital for successful implementation. Patience and perseverance are key attributes for educational leaders. It's important to stay focused on the vision despite distractions. Building a supportive team enhances the implementation process. Continuous improvement is necessary for better learning outcomes. Hope and collaboration drive positive change in education. Bold Moves from Theory & Practice What is the science of reading? Science of reading: Research and Resources Science of reading: Informed Strategies The Science of Reading 2.0: Implementation made easy The Nation’s Report Card State Literacy Leaders Download the new book The Courage to Lead and make bold, sustainable literacy change happen today! The courage to lead: 10 bold moves for transformational change Unlock the leader within you: Guiding principles of courageous literacy leadership About the 95 Percent Group 95 Percent Group is an education company whose mission is to build on science to empower teachers—supplying the knowledge, resources, and support they need—to develop strong readers. Using an approach that is based in structured literacy, the company’s One95 Literacy Ecosystem™ integrates professional learning and evidence-based literacy products into one cohesive system that supports consistent instructional routines across tiers and is proven and trusted to help students close skill gaps and read fluently. 95 Percent Group is also committed to advancing research, best practices, and thought leadership on the science of reading more broadly. For additional information on 95 Percent Group, visit: https://www.95percentgroup.com. Links of Interest Website: https://www.95percentgroup.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/95-percent-group-inc-/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/95percentgroup Twitter - https://twitter.com/95percentgroup Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/95percentgroupllc/ About our Guests Laura Stewart Laura Stewart is the Chief Academic Officer at 95 Percent Group. She is a nationally recognized Science of Reading and Structured Literacy advocate who has dedicated her career to improving literacy achievement at leading education companies. Stewart has more than 25 years of academic leadership experience. Most recently, she served as the Chief Innovation Officer for The Reading League and Chief Academic Officer for professional development with the Highlights Education Group. Other key education roles include vice president of professional development for the Rowland Reading Foundation and Zaner-Bloser, school district administrator and adjunct professor. She is the author of several training guides and training workshops, as well as 12 children’s books, and the co-author of The Everything Guide to Informational Text, K-2: Best Texts, Best Practices (Corwin Press, 2014). She serves on several advisory boards, including The Path Forward for Teacher Preparation and Licensure in Early Literacy. Robert S. Freil, Ed.D Dr. Robert S. Freil is the Assistant Superintendent for the South Western School District, Hanover,PA. He has worked for South Western as a member of the Educational Leadership Cabinet since 2017, serving previously as the Director of Curriculum Instruction and Assessment (2017 - 2023) and in his current role as Assistant Superintendent (2023 - present). Prior to his work at South Western, he spent over 16 years with the Mt. Lebanon School District, Pittsburgh, PA, as Principal (Markham Elementary School 2010 - 2017), an Assistant Principal (Jefferson Middle School 2006 - 2010) and as a High School English teacher (2001 - 2006). He also taught from 1997 - 2001 at the Littlestown Area School District, also as a...

17/12/2024 · Bonus

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25 min
02/02/2019

Should Teachers Get Paid For Their Side Hustles? A Conversation with Dr. Will Deyamport

In this episode of Educational Podcasting Today, Jeff sits down with Dr. Will Deyamport from the Dr. Will Podcast to ask the question “Should Teachers Get Paid for their Side Hustle?” If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today! In this episode, we discuss: The need for teachers to be helpful vs the thought of giving too much for freeWhen to give and when to takeThe Edupreneur DocumentaryThe Dr. Will PodcastHow to find content to build your brandHow to create a podcast (equipment, apps, websites) Follow our PodcastThe TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | @TeacherCastEducational Podcasting Today Podcast | @PodcastingToday Follow our HostJeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury About Dr. WillDr. Will, as he is affectionately known, is an instructional technologist for a K-12 school district, freelance writer, and Digital Learning and Development Strategist, where he works with teachers and administrators in making sense of going digital. Additionally, Dr. Will is the creator and host of The Dr. Will Show – where he interviews educators and entrepreneurs on leveling up. Links of InterestWebsiteTwitter @IAmDrWillFacebookApple PodcastsSimpleCast Explore these ResourcesIn this episode, we mentioned the following resources: Learn how to Podcast with your Students Today!Learn how to create your own Podcasts with these great resources from TeacherCastJoin our brand new Facebook Page! Join our PLNAre you enjoying the TeacherCast Network, please share your thoughts with the world by commenting on iTunes today? I enjoy reading and sharing your comments on the podcast each week. Let’s Work TogetherHost: Jeff Bradbury @TeacherCast | @JeffBradburyEmail: info@teachercast.netVoice Mail: http://www.TeacherCast.net/voicemailYouTube: http://www.TeacherCast.net/YouTubeiTunes: http://www.TeacherCast.net/iTunes Check Out More TeacherCast...

02/02/2019

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26 min
12/02/2019

How To Record A Podcast Using Anchor | Featuring the Undrcaff3inatED Podcast

In this episode of Educational Podcasting Today, Jeff sits down with Erin Kiger, Joelle Massari, and Ashley Pierce from the Undrcaff3inatED Podcast to discuss why teachers should be consuming bite-sized chunks of PD during their day. Topics in today's show include podcasting with multiple co-hosts and also how to record your show using Anchor. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today! In this episode, we discuss: Undrcaff3inatED Podcast“Bite-Sized Chunks of PD”Podcasting with multiple cohostsPlanningOrganizingPublishingPromotingCreating a Website for your podcast using Google SitesPodcasting with AnchorAdvice for New Podcasters About our GuestsErin KigerErin Kiger is a 15-year veteran educator with a passion for technology in education. She recently received her 2nd Master's degree, this time in PreK-12 Leadership with a focus on Ed Tech. The 1st was in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on technology integration. Her goal is to be a leader that inspires other educators to share how exciting being a lifelong learner can be with all students. She has presented at a number of conferences and is always on the lookout for ways that she can learn and share how to change the world of education. Follow on Twitter: @EBGtech Joelle MassariJoelle Massari is a National Board Certified Teacher with a Middle Childhood Generalist focus. Teaching for over 18 years, Mrs. Massari integrates technology throughout the curriculum. With experience in grades K-8 in both the public and private setting, Mrs. Massari presently teaches fourth grade for the Clark County School District. She has a Bachelor's Degree from Saint Joseph's University in Elementary Education and a Master's Degree from Wilkes University in Instructional Media. As a classroom teacher in Las Vegas, NV, Mrs. Massari presents site-based professional development sessions about technology integration as well as cooperative learning. More recently, Mrs. Massari has presented at the district, state, and national levels including ISTE. Follow on Twitter: @JoelleMassari Ashley PierceAshley Pierce is currently a fifth-grade teacher at Great Basin Virtual Academy in Nevada. With experience in grades 1-5, Mrs. Pierce integrates technology throughout all subject areas and shares her passion with other educators. Mrs. Pierce has been presented at both, state and national levels. She has a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in Elementary Education and a Master's Degree in Literacy Instruction with an emphasis on technology integration. Follow on Twitter: @msgriffscorner About the Undrcaff3inatED PodcastPodcast Homepage@undrcaff3inatEDInstagramApple PodcastsAnchora href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3Kmrj5N9PM5Kq1xdezHEpn"...

12/02/2019

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24 min
08/02/2021

10 Roles and Responsibilities of Coaches (Coaching Matters Chapter 3)

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss Chapter 3 of Coaching Matters "Roles and Responsibilities for Coaches" If you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please contact the show today! Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network!Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year?Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a brand new Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. Click Here to Join! Ten Roles and Responsibilities of CoachesResource ProviderSharing and creating instructional resources with teachers Data CoachGuiding teachers to access, analyze, and use relevant, formal, and informal data from multiple sourcesHelp teachers learn how to gather dataHelp teachers to reflect through dataFacilitating conversations that engage teachers in analyzing and using a variety of data to access student learning and adapt instruction Instructional SpecialistEngaging teachers in planning instruction and using effective, high-impact teaching strategiesFacilitate planning of Tier 1 Instruction, and explores many ways for accessing learning and differentiating instruction, applying content-specific pedagogical instruction, and using instructional models that support student-centered instruction Curriculum SpecialistDeep content knowledge and are able to unpack standards to develop or use learning progressions or pacing charts for planning units and lessonsAssisting teachers in accessing and using district curricula to align instruction to standards.Helping teachers integrate learning across disciplines to reinforce learning outcomesBuilding consistency and coherence across classrooms, grade levels, courses, and schools to ensure that the curriculum is implemented with integrity to ensure equity in learning Classroom SupporterWorking inside of classrooms to help teachers implement new effective instruction, practice new strategies, and implement curricula to promote student successProviding demonstrated lessons, co-teach, or observe and facilitate reflection conversations with teachers.Working to enhance teachers efficacy and improve teaching and student learningPlanning and reflecting together on teaching and student learning.Raising a teacher's consciousness and skillfulness about making on the spot instructional decisions that respond to student learning needs. Learning FacilitatorFacilitate individual, small-group, and whole-faculty professional learning among staff members. MentorMentoring novice teachers or new-to-the-school teachersServing as role models, acculturate new teachers to the school, and advice new teachers about instruction, curriculum, procedures, practices, and school politics School...

08/02/2021

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39 min
12/06/2023

How to Plan a Relaxing Summer Season of Professional Learning

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Instructional Coach Dana Goodier on the podcast to discuss ways that you can relax and recharge during your busy summer vacation. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. 10 Ways to Relax and Recharge Attend a conference or workshop related to their field Participate in online professional development courses and memberships Read books or articles related to education and coaching Connect with other instructional coaches or educators through social media or online forums Attend a virtual or in-person meetup with other coaches Participate in a coaching book club Attend a coaching retreat or seminar Participate in a coaching mentorship program Take time for personal reflection and goal-setting for the upcoming school year Engage in a new hobby or activity to recharge and refresh their mind and body Contact the Podcast! TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach Email: feedback@teachercast.net Subscribe to “Ask the Tech Coach” Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Amazon Music Follow our Podcast on Social Media The TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | @TeacherCast Ask the Tech Coach Podcast | @AsktheTechCoach Follow our Hosts Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Susan Vincentz | @sv314dws Join our PLN Are you enjoying the TeacherCast Network, please share your thoughts with the world by commenting on iTunes today? I enjoy reading and sharing your comments on the podcast each week. The Teach Better Podcast Network The Teach Better Podcast Network is dedicated to supporting the entire school ecosystem through in-depth conversations around topics you care about. Covering a variety of areas in education, each podcast aims to support educators in the field toward creating and maintaining a progressive, student-focused classroom. Check out the recent episodes, subscribe, and learn more about the variety of shows! Let’s Work Together Host: Jeff Bradbury @TeacherCast | @JeffBradbury Email: info@teachercast.net Voice Mail: http://www.TeacherCast.net/voicemail YouTube: http://www.TeacherCast.net/YouTube iTunes: a...

12/06/2023

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24 min
03/06/2019

5 Ways For Tech Coaches To Get Personalized Professional Development

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Claudio Zavala Jr on the show to discuss 5 Things a Tech Coach can do to develop their own personalized professional development strategy. This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week ISTE 2019: Tech Coach Workshop Saturday, June 23: [12:30]3 – Hour Hands-On Workshop A chance to meet other Tech Coaches How to start the year off as a new tech coach How to build relationships with your teachers and administrators How to build an EdTech Integration Plan for your school district Where to find support and resources during the school year Discount on the 2019 Tech Coach Mastermind Program Tech Coach MastermindJoin the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Payment Discounts2 Month Promo Code: 50 6 Month Promo Code: 100 12 Month Promo Code: 150 Websitewww.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind Build Your EDU Brand Online CourseFREE Email CourseSelecting Your Avatar Content Creation Tips & Tricks Website Strategy SEO How to build a newsletter And more … Do You Have a Question For Us?www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach Email: feedback@teachercast.net What Do Tech Coaches Do To Satisfy Their Own Professional Development?Why is it important for Tech Coaches to keep up with Professional Development? Is Twitter an acceptable form of Professional Learning for Tech Coaches? How can Tech Coaches get the PD they need during the school year if they are constantly being asked to provide the PD 5 Things Tech Coaches can do to engage in professional learningAttend Conferences & present Edcamp’s ISTE ISTE Creative Constructor Lab Support local conferences (TCEA for me)

03/06/2019

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35 min
08/11/2021

Creating a District Snapshot: Essential Steps for Long-Range Educational Planning

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss creating a district snapshot and why this is a place to start as you begin to make long-range plans for where your district is heading. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Creating A District SnapshotCreating a roadmap for your district employees to follow over the coming years has to begin by deciding who you are at the beginning before you proceed to where you want to be.Think Before Picture & After Picture beginning with the before and your District SnapshotWhat is a District Snapshot?Document, report, graphic to showcase where a district is at any given timeSimple or more complicated as you desire or dependent on the information requestedHow Does A District Snapshot Work?Self-Assessment tool for looking and analyzing data based on specific criteriaData collected from various stakeholdersClear and easy to understand by all stakeholdersCreating A Single Focused QuestionThis is the heart of the district snapshot as it is focused on where the district is and wants to goExamples:What is the overall makeup of our school district?How can we properly redistrict our students due to the increase of low-income housing?How do we want to effectively distribute next year’s budget funds across all our school buildings to meet the needs of our Title I students?Formulating Your Instructional Technology Focus QuestionCreate a broad overview of how technology is used (hardware/software) to support students.Examples:In what areas of my school district is Instructional Technology being used effectively?In what areas of my school district is Instructional Coaching being seen as Successful?Is there a correlation between the amount of technology (hardware) funding provided to a school building and the amount of professional development provided?Who Should the questions be addressed to?Normal coach/teacher interactions; coach/admin interactionsCentral Office staffNon-school personnelStudentsParentsHow Can Your District Snapshot Support Instructional Coaching?What is Beyond the District Snapshot? Contact the Podcast!TeacherCast.net/VoiceMailTwitter: @AskTheTechCoachEmail: feedback@teachercast.net Subscribe to “Ask the Tech Coach”Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcastsa...

08/11/2021

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25 min

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