The TeacherCast App Spotlight

Jeffrey Bradbury
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Join host Jeff Bradbury from the TeacherCast Educational Network as he interviews educational technology companies to help educators understand how best to use edtech in the classroom. For more information, please visit http://www.TeacherCast.net

  1. 03/09/2018

    Hapara - GSuite Management System for School Districts (2015)

    Jeff sits down with Jack West to discuss why Hapara is the perfect tool for any school district wishing to properly and effectively manage their GAfE environment. About HaparaHapara is a Māori word for dawn or daybreak. Teacher Dashboard was first conceptualized by a pioneering group of educators and developers working together to serve an underprivileged population of students in Auckland, New Zealand. The tools were built in a collaborative fashion to solve the knowledge management challenges teachers face when going all in with Google Apps. The Hapara team has grown significantly since the inception and now has team members in New Zealand, California, Boulder, Colorado and Washington DC. Hapara’s exclusive focus on K12 education solutions for Google Apps has won the team several awards including the New York City Gap App Challenge Best Administrative App, the Texas Association of School Administrators iZone Award, and a Gates Foundation Literacy Challenge Prize. Links of interesthttp://www.Hapara.comhttps://www.facebook.com/pages/Hapara/242919002543124https://twitter.com/hapara_teamhttps://plus.google.com/u/0/105010971601195484607/posts Recorded June 2015

    32 min

  2. 03/07/2018

    PeekaPak (2015)

    Jeff sits down with Ami Shah to discuss how Peekapak is able to help promote child development in grades PK-2. About PeekapakPeekapak aims to improve learning outcomes in early childhood by enabling teachers and parents to work as partners in a student’s education. Through Peekapak’s platform, teachers are provided digital access to Peekapak’s character development curriculum and extended home activities for families to reinforce the learning in the home. The platform will also track student progress so that both teachers and parents are able to get a complete view of how a student is developing in the class and at home. Peekapak is currently in private beta and is looking to partner with educators to test and pilot their program. Links of Interesttwitter.com/peekapakfacebook.com/peekapak About our GuestAmi Shsh is the CEO & Co-founder of Peekapak, a recent graduate of the Imagine K12 Edtech Accelerator program based in Silicon Valley. Ami is passionate about improving youth education and has previously taught in Vietnam.  She has extensive marketing experience from roles at Procter & Gamble, and most recently, as Director of Retail Marketing at a consumer products start-ups. She has an MBA from INSEAD. You can connect with Ami on Twitter: @amishahdotca or on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amishahdotca Podcast Recorded: June 2015

    13 min

  3. 03/07/2018

    Microsoft OneNote (2015)

    Jeff sits down with Mik Tholfsen and Ari Schorr to discuss how Microsoft OneNote is being used in classrooms to help teachers and students stay digitally organized.   About MicrosoftMicrosoft Corporation is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Redmond, Washington, that develops, manufactures, licenses supports and sells computer software, consumer electronics, and personal computers and services. Its best-known software products are the Microsoft Windows line of operating systems, Microsoft Office office suite, and Internet Explorer web browser. Its flagship hardware products are the Xbox game consoles and the Microsoft Surface tablet lineup. It is the world's largest software maker measured by revenues. It is also one of the world's most valuable companies. Links of InterestOneNoteMain http://www.onenote.com – Free copy of OneNote on any platform, any device Social  OneNote in Education Blog: http://blogs.office.com/onenote/educationOneNote Twitter: http://twitter.com/msonenoteOneNote Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneNoteOneNote Blog: http://blogs.office.com/onenoteOneNoteEDU@microsoft.com Training http://www.onenoteforteachers.com – Bite-sized interactive Teacher Training for OneNote in EducationOneNote and Learning Styles pamphlet: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=24895OneNote Toolkit for teachers – an interactive OneNote notebook designed for teachers on OneNote best practices in the classroomOneNote for School Administrators and Staff – interactive training OneNote Class Notebook Creator OneNote Class Notebook Creator blog: http://blogs.office.com/2014/12/09/onenote-class-notebook-creator-updated-top-educator-requests-new-language-support/OneNote Class Notebook Creator interactive guide: a...

    34 min

  4. 03/07/2018

    Rosetta Stone: Celebrating 25 years of helping students learn a second language (2017)

    On this episode of the TeacherCast App Spotlight, Jeff welcomes Global Marketing Director Tanya Mas and Sydney Harper from the Aspen Academy to discuss how Rosetta Stone is transforming the way students are able to learn and master a new language. About Rosetta StoneRosetta Stone is a global leader in technology-driven language and learning solutions, and for 25 years has provided educators with interactive English and World Language programs that change their students’ lives. More than 22,000 education institutions worldwide have partnered with Rosetta Stone to develop their students’ natural ability to read, write, and speak with confidence in a new language. Rosetta Stone® Foundations for K-12 is designed for beginner to intermediate students to learn skills needed for conversational proficiency. Foundations combine EdTech and proven methodologies for easy integration into a school’s language program, increasing students’ instructional access and opportunity in up to 24 languages. As students complete interactive language instruction they unlock the ability to practice their language skills through games, activities, stories, and live online conversations—leveled to their learning progress. Learn how combining Rosetta Stone Foundations with traditional language instruction complements any curriculum at http://www.rosettastone.com/K12. Links of InterestTwitter: @RosettaStoneEdFacebook:Facebook.com/RosettaStoneEducationK-12 Resource Hub: k12hub.rosettastone.comYouTube: http://k12hub.rosettastone.com/video About Our GuestsSydney Harper is pleased to be teaching for her eighth year at Aspen Academy. She holds a Master of Arts from the University of Denver in International Studies, a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music Theatre and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Translation and Interpretation from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. This will be Mrs. Harper’s eleventh year teaching in independent schools. Through her teaching career, she has taught Spanish, American History, Global Issues, Health and Wellness, World Seminar, Drama and Music to students ECE-12. She makes it her goal to integrate across the curriculum and throughout the community to provide the most enriching education possible. She has lead students on service learning, outdoor expeditionary and history based outings to Costa Rica, Mexico, Moab, Dinosaur National Monument, Flaming Gorge and Historical Route 66. On these outings, Ms. Harper wrote and utilized various curricula to provide enriching, educational experiences throughout.  In her spare time, Mrs. Harper sings professionally with symphony orchestras, local theatre and music groups, and writes and performs her own music in Denver venues. Tanya Mas is Rosetta Stone’s Global Marketing Director and is responsible for the strategy and execution of the global demand generation programs for the Enterprise &...

    20 min

  5. 02/12/2018

    Classtag (2016)

    Welcome to the TeacherCast Podcast. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Vlada Lotkina, founder of ClassTag and Renee Angle, a 4th-grade teacher to discuss how teachers can shave hours off of their workweek by using the effective communication struggles found in ClassTag. About ClassTagClassTag is a web and mobile platform co-developed by teachers, families and parent engagement experts to specifically increase parent engagement based on research-based practices, helping teachers turn parents into partners by simplifying all communications and scheduling, motivating parents to get involved and guiding them to success. Links of interestClasstag.comFollow on Twitter @CLASSTAGMEFollow on Facebook   About GuestVlada Lotkina is a co-founder and CEO of Classtag. She is a former Fortune 500 Executive and a Wharton MBA. She is very passionate about education and helping parents be a powerful force to unleash their children’s potential. Renee Angle is a 4th Grade Teacher in Idaho. She has been teaching for three years and is a general education teacher teaching all subjects. She is a National Elementary Honor Society advisor for students in grades 4-6 at her school. This is a second career for Renee after a successful 20 year management career in the retail lumber industry. Renee knows every student can learn and looks forward to discovering students’ talents with them. Renee believes student achievement in the classroom increases when parents are active participants. Why ClassTag?The ClassTag approach was co-developed by teachers, families and parent engagement experts to specifically increase parent engagement based on research-based practices and is an opinionated platform that early results show helps teachers leap over parent engagement barriers and turn parents into partners.Specifically, ClassTag helps teachers:        Set and manage high and clear expectations with parents        Move from transactional engagement to relationship-building activities        Create simple and meaningful ways for parents to support learning        Reduce amount of effort required with automation and consistent system        Get visibility into the level and type of family engagementThrough this approach, ClassTag has a staggering 90% parent participation rate on the platform.Game changer for what teachers expect, how they adjust their strategies and, most importantly, an amplifier for student success.     Contact MeHost: Jeff Bradbury @TeacherCastEmail: feedback@teachercast.netVoice Mail: http://www.TeacherCast.net/voicemailYouTube: http://www.TeacherCast.net/videoiTunes: http://www.TeacherCast.net/audio Recorded July 20, 2016

    14 min

  6. 02/12/2018

    Flocabulary (2014)

    Jeff sits down with Aliza Aufrichtig from Flocabulary to discuss how rap can be combined with current events to help boost student test scores. About FlocabularyFlocabulary is an online learning platform that delivers educational hip-hop songs and videos to students in grades K-12. Founded in 2004, Flocabulary is now used in over 15,000 schools and reaches a weekly audience of 5 million students. Our mission is to motivate kids and help them reach their full academic potential, not only by raising test scores but by fostering a love of learning in every child. Recorded June 24, 2014

    25 min

  7. 02/12/2018

    Edusight (2015)

    Jeff sits down with Vikram to discuss why Edusight is simply the best standards-based portfolio to help teachers document student achievement. About EdusightEdusight is a standards-based portfolio to help teachers document student learning with grades, notes, photos, and audio/video comments. Use Edusight on the web to manage assessment, grading, and standards seamlessly (includes Common Core, Next Generation Science Standards, and state standards). Edusight Notes for iOS lets you capture learning evidence in the classroom as it happens – quickly take a note or record a video of students as they learn, tag standards, and instantly add it to their portfolios! All of this evidence comes together in beautiful, easy-to-digest student portfolios that can be shared with students, parents, and administrators in real time so everyone is engaged in improving student learning. Why Edusight?Edusight is used by over 140 schools and districts across North America, including schools in New York, Chicago, California, and Ontario. Edusight is available for individual teachers for free – always. For schools and districts who wish to manage Edusight at an organizational level, we offer premium subscriptions which include features like SIS integration, reporting modules, teacher collaboration, and administrator dashboards. Educator Feedback“The best designed gradebook I have ever encountered.” – Mike R., Instructional Leader at a top Canadian private school“What used to take me 2 weeks to learn takes me 15 minutes with Edusight!” – Maria A., kindergarten teacher, Brooklyn public school“Edusight is SO MUCH EASIER TO USE than my last gradebook.” – Stacy I., high school teacher, Palo Alto charter school Current Featuresstandards-based or traditional gradebookiOS apps (iPad / iPhone) to document notes, photos, audio and videostandards tagging for all evidence of learningsimple student portfoliostudent / parent web accessanalytics and data visualization for teachers, students, and parentsEdmodo Single Sign On and roster syncshared data across school accounts, allowing teachers to collaborate when working with the same students across classes (premium feature)administrator analytics (premium feature)Integrations with other systems – e.g., SIS / LMS integration (premium feature)Upcoming: Google Classroom integration Links of InterestWeb: https://edusight.coTwitter: @edusightFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/edusightEmail: hello@edusight.coYouTube Walkthroughs: http://bit.ly/1J1tYaICustomer Testimonial: https://vimeo.com/123037422 Additional InformationLaunched September, 2014As of July, 2015 – 2000+ teachers, 10% weekly growthVision: to help everyone in K-12 education make better decisions with dataImagine K12 Fall 2014 cohortBased in Toronto, Canada, with customers across North AmericaOfficial vendor for NYC Department of Education and Chicago Public Schools Contact MeHost: Jeff Bradbury a...

    21 min

  8. 01/28/2018

    LEGO Education

    Welcome to the TeacherCast Podcast. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Margaret Weigel from Lego Education to discuss the amazing LEGO Mindstorms products and how they can fit into your STEM Education Curriculum.  About Lego EducationFor 35 years LEGO® Education has been working with teachers and educational specialists like to deliver playful learning experiences that bring subjects to life in the classroom and make learning fun and impactful. We have a wide range of physical and digital educational resources that encourage students to think creatively, reason systematically and release their potential to shape their own future. We believe that expanding knowledge and building academic and 21st-century skills will create active, collaborative, lifelong learners. Together with educators, we aim to enable every student to succeed in education and be prepared for future life challenges. What is Lego Mindstorms?The LEGO® MINDSTORMS® Education EV3 Core Set contains the software and elements to start teaching STEM subjects using robotics to middle school students. Through hands-on learning, LEGO MINDSTORMS Education EV3 will enable students to understand forces and motion; graph and interpret rotation sensor data; develop robots capable of complex thinking using logical structures and sensor feedback; understand that complex system are created from subsystems; and design, build and program a fully-functioning robotic system. Key Points of Focus/Facts & FiguresLEGO MINDSTORMS® Education EV3 is now currently available for Chromebooks™. The introduction of this new technology expansion meets the growing demands of school administrators and teachers around the number of Chromebooks currently being used in classrooms.The LEGO MINDSTORMS Education EV3 platform includes customizable curriculum and digital workbooks; a hardware platform based on real-world robotics technology for engaging, hands-on activities; an intuitive software platform consisting of both programming and data-logging interface and a science expansion pack.LEGO MINDSTORMS Education EV3 is being used in 1/3 of middle schools in the U.S. and more than 3 million students over the course of the LEGO MINDSTORMS Education existence (18 years) have had an experience with the platform – starting with RCX, through NXT, now to EV3.FIRST®LEGO® League, a global robotics contest, had more than 230,000 students involved using LEGO MINDSTORMS Education EV3 for the competition. Links of interesthttps://education.lego.com@LEGO_Education https://www.youtube.com/user/LEGOeducationUS What can you do with Lego?LEGO® MINDSTORMS® Education EV3: Inspiring the Engineers of TomorrowLEGO MINDSTORMS Education EV3 Beginner Computing ActivityLEGO MINDSTORMS Education EV3 Advanced Computing Activity About our GuestMargaret Weigel is the Senior Marketing Manager,

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Join host Jeff Bradbury from the TeacherCast Educational Network as he interviews educational technology companies to help educators understand how best to use edtech in the classroom. For more information, please visit http://www.TeacherCast.net

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  • Creator
    Jeffrey Bradbury
  • Years Active
    2012 - 2018
  • Episodes
    16
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