Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns Monica Burns

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/ 
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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  
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In this episode, I spotlight seven fun ways to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to teach vocabulary to students of all ages. You'll hear about how these AI-powered strategies can make vocabulary instruction engaging and personalized for students. From writing riddles and composing songs to generating stories and designing review games, this episode is full of fresh vocabulary activity ideas!
Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/05/14/artificial-intelligence-to-teach-vocabulary-267/ 
Sponsored by Blocksi: https://blocksi.net/  
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Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/ 
 

In this episode, I spotlight seven creative bulletin board ideas to celebrate student achievements and highlight special memories from the school year. You'll also hear simple steps and helpful resources for adding digital elements like QR codes to make your classroom bulletin boards interactive and memorable.
Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/05/07/bulletin-board-ideas-266/ 
Sponsored by WeVideo: https://www.wevideo.com/education 
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Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/