Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns Monica Burns

In this episode, I chat with Alejandra Ceja, Vice President of the Office of Social Impact and Inclusion & Executive Director at the Panasonic Foundation, about an educational initiative called STEM Forward. Created in partnership with Discovery Education, STEM Forward provides free digital resources to introduce students to STEM fields and innovative technologies. You'll hear about the Innovators for Impact Virtual Field Trip, featuring Olympian Katie Ledecky, which aims to inspire students to pursue STEM careers and make a meaningful impact through hands-on learning experiences.
Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/06/21/innovators-bonus/ 
Sponsored by Panasonic: https://stemforward.discoveryeducation.com/ 
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In this episode, I chat with Reading Specialist Linda Rhyne, where she unpacks the Science of Reading and the connection between education technology and building student literacy skills. You'll hear how Linda leverages technology, including AI, to support the implementation of the Science of Reading by enhancing accessibility, differentiation, and the creation of tailored instructional resources for students.
Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/06/18/Cross-curricular-272/ 
Sponsored by my new mini-course “Learn ChatGPT This Summer”: https://classtechtips.com/ai-for-educators-membership/ 
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In this episode, Brianna Henneke Hodges joins to share tips for capturing your school year story with EdTech. You'll also hear suggestions for organizing digital artifacts using tools like your LMS or cloud storage and insight into establishing routines for documenting memorable moments throughout the year. If you're looking for creative ways to help students reflect on their learning experiences through storytelling, this episode is for you!
Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/06/11/school-year-story-271/ 
Sponsored by the second edition of my book EdTech Essentials: https://classtechtips.com/bookbonus/ 
Follow Brianna on social: http://www.instagram.com/bhodgesedu 
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In this episode, I spotlight the new updates and interactive features in the second edition of my book EdTech Essentials: 12 Strategies for Every Classroom in the Age of AI. You'll hear about the two new chapters focused on generating ideas with AI and evaluating digital content with an AI mindset, as well as the inclusion of chatbot prompts and educator stories throughout the book. Plus, discover how to access my free study guide that accompanies the book to use on your own, in your PLC, or even with a book club!
Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/06/04/second-edition-of-edtech-essentials-270/
Sponsored by the second edition of my book EdTech Essentials: http://classtechtips.com/bookbonus 
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Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/ 
 

In this episode, fellow ASCD author and educator Jennifer Orr joins me for a deep dive into the art of fostering dynamic academic conversations with students across grade levels. You'll hear techniques from her book Demystifying Discussion that empower students to co-construct knowledge while using versatile digital tools to enrich collaborative and reflective practices, deepening classroom discussions.
Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/05/28/Academic-Conversations-269/ 
Sponsored by my new free ebook "10 Ways School Leaders Can Use AI Tomorrow": https://classtechtips.com/aileader/ 
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In this episode, I chat with District STEM Specialist Katie Fielding about elevating creativity in every classroom with EdTech. You'll hear Katie's expert strategies for nurturing a creative learning environment full of choice, along with her favorite accessible open-ended creation tools. If you're interested in boosting engagement while empowering your students to capture their learning in real-world ways, this episode has you covered!
Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/05/21/creativity-classroom-268/ 
Sponsored by my new free ebook “10 Ways School Leaders Can Use AI Tomorrow:” http://classtechtips.com/AILeader  
Follow Katie on social: https://www.instagram.com/katief/ 
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Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/