Digital Learning Today

How do we lead sustainable change in our schools? Digital Learning Today, hosted by Jeff Bradbury, explores the big-picture ideas and strategic systems that shape the future of education. This podcast is for the forward-thinking leader—the principal, district administrator, or instructional coach focused on systemic growth. Each episode dives into topics like digital learning leadership, school improvement plans, and building a culture of innovation. Subscribe to join the conversation on designing the high-impact schools of tomorrow. Whether you're looking to enhance student engagement, master new educational tools, or build stronger classroom relationships, our show provides the actionable advice you need to succeed in today's digital learning environment. Join us weekly for professional development that's both inspiring and immediately applicable.

  1. 1h ago

    Why Quality Nonfiction Matters More in the Age of AI

    Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this episode, we explore the trusted world of World Book's educational content, focusing on how their nonfiction materials are created, updated, and used in classrooms. Guest Tom Evans shares insights into the process, the importance of quality, and the future of digital learning with AI support. 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! In This Episode … How World Book creates, reviews, and updates content to stay accurate and classroom-readyWhat “trustworthy nonfiction” looks like—and why it matters more than everHow articles are adapted for print vs. digital, and for elementary, middle, and high school readersThe scaffolding moves that help students build knowledge (not just collect facts)How ClassMate uses responsible AI—inside a walled garden of vetted World Book resources—to help teachers build lessonsWild (and wonderful) World Book history: from the Yeti expedition to the Loch Ness submarineWhat’s next for digital learning as AI grows—and the guardrails educators should demand Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to World Book and Tom Evans03:06 The Evolution of World Book: 20 Years of Change05:52 Content Creation: Balancing Print and Digital08:49 The Importance of Quality Nonfiction Texts11:53 Scaffolding Knowledge: Effective Nonfiction Writing14:54 Navigating Current Events in Nonfiction16:13 How ClassMate Supports Teachers in the Classroom17:31 Introducing ClassMate: A New Educational Tool20:25 AI in Education: Enhancing Learning with ClassMate21:13 World Book's Legacy and Future23:54 Responsible AI and the Future of Learning27:20 Final Thoughts and Resources Resources Mentioned in This Episode: https://classmate.worldbook.com/ About our Guest: Tom Evans Tom Evans is Vice President of Editorial at World Book, Inc., serving on the company’s executive leadership team and overseeing both Editorial and Marketing. With more than 20 years in educational publishing, he leads content strategy across print and digital platforms, guiding the development of trusted instructional and reference materials used in schools and libraries worldwide. Earlier in his career, Tom held roles with organizations including The Times (London) and Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. He has co-authored and edited dozens of children’s books, advised the Poetry Foundation, been speaker at the American Society of Picture Professionals, contributed to School Library Journal, and received a Partnership Award from NASA. Meet ClassMate by World Book Meet ClassMate by World Book — the reading and learning platform built for and trusted by middle school teachers! For over 100 years, World Book has inspired curiosity and built reliable knowledge. ClassMate carries that legacy forward. Unlike AI tools built on the open web, ClassMate works exclusively within World Book's expert-written, editorially reviewed content library. Teachers create engaging classroom activities quickly and with confidence. The result: students build knowledge, strengthen literacy, and think critically, while educators spend more time teaching. Links of Interest https://classmate.worldbook.com/https://www.facebook.com/WorldBook/https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-book/https://www.instagram.com/worldbookinc/ Let’s Work Together Contact Me Today:https://www.teachercast.net/contact Follow on Social Media LinkedIn:https://www.teachercast.net/linkedinTwitter/X:https://www.teachercast.net/twitterBlueSky:https://bsky.app/profile/jeffreybradbury.bsky.socialYouTube:http://teachercast.net/youtube Subscribe to This Podcast Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0n6S0WcyzQ1rpKWJ8iZPLJ?si=a1227a7c5e0b48e4 Check Out Additional TeacherCast Programming Digital Learning Today:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310Ask the Tech Coach:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-tech-coach/id1067586243The Jeff Bradbury Showhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jeff-bradbury-show/id519685828 Book Jeff for your Next Event Jeff Bradbury (ISTE “20 to Watch” Award Winner and ISTE Certified Educator) is available for keynote speaking, workshop facilitation, and live event broadcasting. With expertise in educational technology and professional development, Jeff brings engaging content and practical strategies to conferences and professional learning events. Visit Jeff’s Website:https://jeffreybradbury.comContact Jeff Directly:https://jeffreybradbury.com/contact/ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ [gravityform id="2" title="true"]

    Why Quality Nonfiction Matters More in the Age of AI
  2. 1d ago

    15 Minutes of Reading Can Change Everything for Students

    Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this podcast episode, Rebecca Earnshaw, a senior director for product at World Book, shares insights on integrating reading and literacy strategies into content-area teaching, the role of AI in education, and how to support diverse learners in the classroom. 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! In This Episode … Why every teacher plays a role in helping students read and understand classroom contentHow reading in science, social studies, and other subjects helps students think more deeplyWhy short, consistent reading practice can build student confidence and staminaHow trusted informational text helps students build background knowledgeHow ClassMate uses World Book content and AI-supported assignments to save teachers timeWhy students need scaffolds such as audio support, vocabulary help, and translated assignmentsHow supporting a student's first language can strengthen comprehension and classroom learningWhy reading, writing, and critical thinking matter even more in an AI-supported world Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Personal Journey00:53 Reading stamina and literacy challenges04:19 Classmate for content-area reading06:08 AI and trusted classroom content06:43 Building background knowledge09:27 Reading stamina: consistency over length11:34 Why informational reading matters13:33 Supporting readers below grade level15:00 Supporting multilingual learners16:32 What educators value in Classmate17:58 What’s next for Classmate24:19 Exploring Innovative Teaching Methods Resources Mentioned in This Episode: https://classmate.worldbook.com/ About our Guest: Rebecca Earnshaw Rebecca Earnshaw is the Senior Director of Product at World Book. Her career began in the classroom, where she spent more than a decade teaching and connecting with students firsthand. That experience shaped everything that followed. Rebecca moved into curriculum development and instructional design before stepping into educational product leadership, always keeping the needs of teachers and learners at the center of her work. Today, she leads the development of ClassMate by World Book. Meet ClassMate by World Book Meet ClassMate by World Book — the reading and learning platform built for and trusted by middle school teachers! For over 100 years, World Book has inspired curiosity and built reliable knowledge. ClassMate carries that legacy forward. Unlike AI tools built on the open web, ClassMate works exclusively within World Book's expert-written, editorially reviewed content library. Teachers create engaging classroom activities quickly and with confidence. The result: students build knowledge, strengthen literacy, and think critically, while educators spend more time teaching. Links of Interest https://classmate.worldbook.com/https://www.facebook.com/WorldBook/https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-book/https://www.instagram.com/worldbookinc/ Let’s Work Together Contact Me Today:https://www.teachercast.net/contact Follow on Social Media LinkedIn:https://www.teachercast.net/linkedinTwitter/X:https://www.teachercast.net/twitterBlueSky:https://bsky.app/profile/jeffreybradbury.bsky.socialYouTube:http://teachercast.net/youtube Subscribe to This Podcast Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0n6S0WcyzQ1rpKWJ8iZPLJ?si=a1227a7c5e0b48e4 Check Out Additional TeacherCast Programming Digital Learning Today:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310Ask the Tech Coach:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-tech-coach/id1067586243The Jeff Bradbury Showhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jeff-bradbury-show/id519685828 Book Jeff for your Next Event Jeff Bradbury (ISTE “20 to Watch” Award Winner and ISTE Certified Educator) is available for keynote speaking, workshop facilitation, and live event broadcasting. With expertise in educational technology and professional development, Jeff brings engaging content and practical strategies to conferences and professional learning events. Visit Jeff’s Website:https://jeffreybradbury.comContact Jeff Directly:https://jeffreybradbury.com/contact/ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ [gravityform id="2" title="true"]

    15 Minutes of Reading Can Change Everything for Students
  3. Sep 22

    5 Ways Early‑Childhood Readiness Fuels AI‑Ready Learners

    Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this episode, Dr. Carrie Stubbs discusses the critical importance of early childhood education, the impact of AI on learning, and how educators can leverage technology to support student development from the earliest years. She emphasizes the need for intentionality in tech use and shares practical insights for teachers and coaches. 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! In This Episode … The importance of the first five years in brain developmentImpact of screen time on young childrenAI's role in personalized learning and literacyThe concept of the 'baton pass' in education transitionsStrategies for supporting foundational skills in early learnersThe role of instructional coaches in AI integrationPersonal branding for educators and teachersResources for understanding AI in education Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Episode and Guest02:17 The Shift in Early Childhood Needs: The “Wild West”04:05 Foundational Skills and the Impact of Screen Time06:54 Common Misconceptions About Early Childhood Development08:52 The “Baton Pass” in Early Education Transitions11:11 Resources and Support for Early Childhood Education12:22 AI’s Role in Education and Future Opportunities15:14 Using AI for Literacy and Research Skills19:45 Supporting Literacy Development with AI21:10 The Future of Student Skills in an AI World22:33 The Role of Instructional Coaches in AI Integration26:47 Personal Branding and Educator Creative Outlets30:12 Closing Remarks and Where to Find More Information About our Guest: Dr. Kari Stubbs Dr. Kari Stubbs is a PhD educator and edtech executive who has spent her career at the intersection of technology, learning, and child development. A former ISTE board member, she has worked alongside school districts across the country helping them think carefully about where and how technology serves students best. In her current work she sits with early childhood directors who describe a kindergarten readiness crisis unlike anything they have seen before. Children arriving without the foundational skills that make learning possible. She believes the edtech conversation is asking the right questions about technology after children arrive in school buildings. Her work asks what happened in the five years before they got there. The First Five: Before Screens is her free weekly newsletter and forthcoming book built around brain based parenting strategies for the first five years of a child's life. It sits at the intersection of neuroscience, intentional parenting, and the urgent question of how we raise children who are genuinely ready to learn, connect, and thrive in a world shaped by AI. She spent fourteen years at BrainPOP, whose mission to ignite curiosity about the world within and around young learners deeply informed her thinking about how digital tools can support rather than replace the human interactions that build developing brains. Links of Interest Website:https://substack.com/@drkaristubbs Let’s Work Together Contact Me Today:https://www.teachercast.net/contact Follow on Social Media LinkedIn:https://www.teachercast.net/linkedinTwitter/X:https://www.teachercast.net/twitterBlueSky:https://bsky.app/profile/jeffreybradbury.bsky.socialYouTube:http://teachercast.net/youtube Subscribe to This Podcast Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0n6S0WcyzQ1rpKWJ8iZPLJ?si=a1227a7c5e0b48e4 Check Out Additional TeacherCast Programming Digital Learning Today:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310Ask the Tech Coach:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-tech-coach/id1067586243The Jeff Bradbury Showhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jeff-bradbury-show/id519685828 Book Jeff for your Next Event Jeff Bradbury (ISTE “20 to Watch” Award Winner and ISTE Certified Educator) is available for keynote speaking, workshop facilitation, and live event broadcasting. With expertise in educational technology and professional development, Jeff brings engaging content and practical strategies to conferences and professional learning events. Visit Jeff’s Website:https://jeffreybradbury.comContact Jeff Directly:https://jeffreybradbury.com/contact/ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ [gravityform id="2" title="true"]

    5 Ways Early‑Childhood Readiness Fuels AI‑Ready Learners
  4. Sep 15

    Amplifying language for our English learners: Featuring Antonio Fierro and Laura Stewart

    Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this episode, Laura Stewart and Antonio Fierro explore the science of reading, language development, and strategies for supporting English learners through amplification and intentionality. They discuss the importance of oral language, translanguaging, and equity in literacy education. 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! Chapters: 00:01 Episode Introduction01:35 Science of Reading 3.003:24 Meet Antonio Fierro05:08 From Deficit to Amplification13:11 The Power of Oral Language16:22 Language Form and Function21:05 Understanding Translanguaging22:48 Practical Language Amplification31:06 Wait Time and Classroom Talk33:41 Equity Through Language37:58 Key Takeaways Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Science of Reading 3.0 Book -https://www.95percentgroup.com95% Group Website -https://www.95percentgroup.comTeacherCast Podcast Series -https://teachercast.net/95percentgroup About our Guest: 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. 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.comLinkedIn –https://www.linkedin.com/company/95-percent-group-inc-/Facebook –https://www.facebook.com/95percentgroupTwitter –https://twitter.com/95percentgroupInstagram –https://www.instagram.com/95percentgroupllc/ About our Guest: Antonio A. Fierro, EdD Antonio A. Fierro, EdD, is the author of El muro de sonidos y deletreo, a Spanish sound–spelling phonetics curriculum for young children, and co-author of Kid Lips, both published by 95 Percent Group, where he currently serves as Literacy Expert in Residence. Dr. Fierro spent nearly two decades as part of the national LETRS cohort of literacy consultants led by Dr. Louisa Moats. Dr. Fierro has spearheaded initiatives to strengthen instruction for English learners, influencing educational policy and practice at both state and national levels. Drawing on this experience, he is dedicated to partnering with institutions of higher education to strengthen educator preparation programs, emphasizing the psychology of reading and preparing future teachers to meet the needs of all learners. In support of this work, he currently serves as a Visiting Senior Fellow at the Science of Reading Center at SUNY New Paltz. Links of Interest Website:Twitter:Facebook:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonio-fierro-b3568732b/ Let’s Work Together Contact Me Today:https://www.teachercast.net/contact Follow on Social Media LinkedIn:https://www.teachercast.net/linkedinTwitter/X:https://www.teachercast.net/twitterBlueSky:https://bsky.app/profile/jeffreybradbury.bsky.socialYouTube:http://teachercast.net/youtube Subscribe to This Podcast Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0n6S0WcyzQ1rpKWJ8iZPLJ?si=a1227a7c5e0b48e4 Check Out Additional TeacherCast Programming Digital Learning Today:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310Ask the Tech Coach:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-tech-coach/id1067586243The Jeff Bradbury Showhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jeff-bradbury-show/id519685828 Book Jeff for your Next Event Jeff Bradbury (ISTE “20 to Watch” Award Winner and ISTE Certified Educator) is available for keynote speaking, workshop facilitation, and live event broadcasting. With expertise in educational technology and professional development, Jeff brings engaging content and practical strategies to conferences and professional learning events. Visit Jeff’s Website:https://jeffreybradbury.comContact Jeff Directly:https://jeffreybradbury.com/contact/ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ [gravityform id="2" title="true"]

  5. Sep 14

    Give Kids Time in Text: How to Bring Literacy Into Every Lesson

    Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury interviews Caroline Davidson from World Book about literacy, content knowledge, and innovative tools like Classmate to support teachers and students. They explore strategies for integrating literacy across content areas and supporting diverse learners. 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! In This Episode … The process of creating an encyclopedia and updating contentThe importance of literacy as a gatekeeper to knowledgeHow to support students with varying literacy levelsThe launch and purpose of World Book's Classmate platformStrategies for integrating literacy into content areas Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the episode and guest07:08 Supporting students with prior knowledge and content familiarity08:01 Understanding the difference between literacy and content knowledge09:27 The importance of practice and explicit instruction in literacy10:58 Cognitive load and prior knowledge in reading comprehension12:10 Supporting new students and diverse learners13:29 Introduction to World Book's Classmate platform14:41 How Classmate supports literacy and content knowledge15:14 Literacy as a gatekeeper to knowledge16:36 Assessing student literacy and decoding skills18:10 Supporting teachers without an ELA background19:32 Supporting literacy in non-ELA content areas21:17 Getting started with Classmate for teachers22:11 Using Classmate to enhance content and literacy23:41 Embedding literacy supports with AI tools24:15 The role of instructional coaching in literacy support25:17 Making literacy part of classroom culture26:40 Advice for teachers starting the school year28:21 Resources to learn more about World Book and Classmate28:52 Lightning round: book recommendations and classroom routines Resources Mentioned in This Episode: https://classmate.worldbook.com/ About our Guest: Caroline Davidson Caroline Davidson is the Associate Manager of Learning Design at World Book, where she shapes educational resources that support meaningful learning. A former classroom teacher, she spent years working with students in grades 4–6 and holds endorsements in Reading K–12 and Mathematics K–8. She earned her M.A. in Differentiated Instruction, bringing both hands-on teaching experience and academic expertise to her work in creating effective, learner-centered content. Meet ClassMate by World Book Meet ClassMate by World Book — the reading and learning platform built for and trusted by middle school teachers! For over 100 years, World Book has inspired curiosity and built reliable knowledge. ClassMate carries that legacy forward. Unlike AI tools built on the open web, ClassMate works exclusively within World Book's expert-written, editorially reviewed content library. Teachers create engaging classroom activities quickly and with confidence. The result: students build knowledge, strengthen literacy, and think critically, while educators spend more time teaching. Links of Interest https://classmate.worldbook.com/https://www.facebook.com/WorldBook/https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-book/https://www.instagram.com/worldbookinc/ Let’s Work Together Contact Me Today:https://www.teachercast.net/contact Follow on Social Media LinkedIn:https://www.teachercast.net/linkedinTwitter/X:https://www.teachercast.net/twitterBlueSky:https://bsky.app/profile/jeffreybradbury.bsky.socialYouTube:http://teachercast.net/youtube Subscribe to This Podcast Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0n6S0WcyzQ1rpKWJ8iZPLJ?si=a1227a7c5e0b48e4 Check Out Additional TeacherCast Programming Digital Learning Today:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310Ask the Tech Coach:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-tech-coach/id1067586243The Jeff Bradbury Showhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jeff-bradbury-show/id519685828 Book Jeff for your Next Event Jeff Bradbury (ISTE “20 to Watch” Award Winner and ISTE Certified Educator) is available for keynote speaking, workshop facilitation, and live event broadcasting. With expertise in educational technology and professional development, Jeff brings engaging content and practical strategies to conferences and professional learning events. Visit Jeff’s Website:https://jeffreybradbury.comContact Jeff Directly:https://jeffreybradbury.com/contact/ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ [gravityform id="2" title="true"]

    Give Kids Time in Text: How to Bring Literacy Into Every Lesson
  6. Sep 1

    Parents as Literacy Advocates | Featuring Laura Stewart and Brett Tingley

    Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this podcast episode, Laura Stewart invites guest Brett Tingley to the podcast to discuss the importance of bringing parents in as partners and advocates for their child’s education. Brett will share her very personal story of how she became a leader of a national parent movement, Parents for Reading Justice, and how parents can be strong change agents at all levels to ensure educational excellence for all students. 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! Chapters: 00:58 Introduction to Brett Tingley and Her Mission03:35 Brett's Personal Journey into Advocacy04:13 Navigating Educational Challenges06:32 Building Community Support09:44 Expanding the Mission Nationwide09:48 Parents and Teachers Working Together12:49 Empowering Parents and Advocates15:39 Creating a Professional Learning Community16:06 Literacy as a Workforce Issue18:43 The Importance of Early Intervention21:46 Continuous Improvement in Education24:26 The Role of Parents in Education27:46 Advice for Parents and Community Engagement Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Science of Reading 3.0 Book -https://www.95percentgroup.com95% Group Website -https://www.95percentgroup.comTeacherCast Podcast Series -https://teachercast.net/95percentgroup About our Guest: 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. 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.comLinkedIn –https://www.linkedin.com/company/95-percent-group-inc-/Facebook –https://www.facebook.com/95percentgroupTwitter –https://twitter.com/95percentgroupInstagram –https://www.instagram.com/95percentgroupllc/ About our Guest: Brett Tingley Brett Tingley mobilizes parents to demand evidence-based literacy instruction across the entire education system—from school districts to higher education—driving systemic reforms at the district, state, and national levels, including improved identification, intervention, and support for dyslexic students and all striving readers. Through her work as President of UA-KID, OH-KID, and Parents for Reading Justice, she has built a national parent network active in more than 20 states. She produces educational content including the documentary “Our Dyslexic Children” (over 200,000 views), a free online class, and the podcast “Literacy Now.” She serves on the Evidence Advocacy Center Parent Team, Drexel ALLIED Hub Advisory Board, 95 Percent Group Educational Leadership Council, the Stand for Children Illinois Early Literacy Team, the IDA Central Ohio advisory board and is a NCTQ Reading Fellow. Links of Interest Website:Twitter:Facebook:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-tingley-00a26480/ Let’s Work Together Contact Me Today:https://www.teachercast.net/contact Follow on Social Media LinkedIn:https://www.teachercast.net/linkedinTwitter/X:https://www.teachercast.net/twitterBlueSky:https://bsky.app/profile/jeffreybradbury.bsky.socialYouTube:http://teachercast.net/youtube Subscribe to This Podcast Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0n6S0WcyzQ1rpKWJ8iZPLJ?si=a1227a7c5e0b48e4 Check Out Additional TeacherCast Programming Digital Learning Today:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310Ask the Tech Coach:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-tech-coach/id1067586243The Jeff Bradbury Showhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jeff-bradbury-show/id519685828 Book Jeff for your Next Event Jeff Bradbury (ISTE “20 to Watch” Award Winner and ISTE Certified Educator) is available for keynote speaking, workshop facilitation, and live event broadcasting. With expertise in educational technology and professional development, Jeff brings engaging content and practical strategies to conferences and professional learning events. Visit Jeff’s Website:https://jeffreybradbury.comContact Jeff Directly:https://jeffreybradbury.com/contact/ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ [gravityform id="2" title="true"]

  7. Aug 24

    Edmentum’s Road to Readiness: Helping Students Find Purpose in Learning

    Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this episode, Amanda Kocon from Edmentum discusses how educators can connect academic and career readiness from kindergarten through high school, emphasizing relevance, engagement, and the role of emerging technologies like AI in education. 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! In This Episode… Key topics we cover Road to Readiness (K–12):Helping students connect learning today to career options tomorrow.Motivation + active learning:Designing experiences that move students from passive “passengers” to engaged “explorers.”Personalized pathways + assessment:Using data and tools (including solutions likeExact Path) to support growth and measurable outcomes.AI literacy + responsible innovation:Preparing students for an AI-shaped world while keeping guardrails, transparency, and educator trust.Family + community engagement:Strengthening the home–school connection with clearer, more actionable learning information.Teacher support through insights:Turning classroom data into next steps teachers can actually use. Practical takeaways for educators Start career-connected thinking early(even in elementary) so students can see purpose in their learning.Prioritize relevance and agencyto boost engagement and persistence.Use data to guide action—not just to report outcomes.Teach AI literacy on purpose:Pair curiosity with responsible-use expectations.Build a culture of motivationby connecting learning to identity, goals, and real-world pathways. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and guest overview01:19 Edmentum’s focus on career readiness (K–12)02:06 Moving students from “passenger” to “explorer” mode03:31 Engagement through relevance + real-world connections05:42 Building a long-term culture of motivation + personalized pathways07:38 Measurable outcomes + purpose-driven learning12:39 AI in education: potential + precautions16:04 AI literacy + preparing students for a tech-driven future17:02 Partnerships + tools that support career exploration18:59 Supporting parents/caregivers with transparency20:45 Building educator partnerships + trust22:44 Final message: finding purpose + joy in education Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Edmentum Official WebsiteEdmentum Courseware– Now with RoadTrip Nation videos integratedExact PathMajorClarityTrade Prep Powered by Interplay About our Guest: Amanda Kocon Amanda Kocon is Chief Strategy and Operating Officer for Edmentum. In this role, Amanda works to bring Edmentum’s long-term vision to life by connecting strategy to execution and ensuring that the organization’s goals for growth and impact are aligned with the current and future needs of our education partners and the students we serve. She has extensive experience setting strategy, growing and diversifying revenue across markets, and leading complex change. Prior to joining Edmentum, Amanda served as Chief Strategy Officer at The New Teacher Project (TNTP) and previously held senior leadership positions at JP Morgan Chase, including Chief Operations Officer of Global Futures and Options. Links of Interest LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-kocon-9949544b/ About Edmentum Edmentum believes that every student deserves the opportunity to thrive everywhere learning occurs—whether they seek to catch up, stay on track, or chart their own path. When you pair Edmentum's comprehensive, research-backed learning acceleration solutions with empowered and supported educators, you can change the direction of students' lives. We partner with K–12 educators in all 50 states and 100+ countries worldwide to design, implement, and sustain the programs that deliver on this shared promise of learning acceleration for every student. Links of Interest Website:www.edmentum.comEdFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/EdmentumLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/edmentum Let’s Work Together Contact Me Today:https://www.teachercast.net/contact Follow on Social Media LinkedIn:https://www.teachercast.net/linkedinTwitter/X:https://www.teachercast.net/twitterBlueSky:https://bsky.app/profile/jeffreybradbury.bsky.socialYouTube:http://teachercast.net/youtube Subscribe to This Podcast Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0n6S0WcyzQ1rpKWJ8iZPLJ?si=a1227a7c5e0b48e4 Check Out Additional TeacherCast Programming Digital Learning Today:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310Ask the Tech Coach:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-tech-coach/id1067586243The Jeff Bradbury Showhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jeff-bradbury-show/id519685828 Book Jeff for your Next Event Jeff Bradbury (ISTE “20 to Watch” Award Winner and ISTE Certified Educator) is available for keynote speaking, workshop facilitation, and live event broadcasting. With expertise in educational technology and professional development, Jeff brings engaging content and practical strategies to conferences and professional learning events. Visit Jeff’s Website:https://jeffreybradbury.comContact Jeff Directly:https://jeffreybradbury.com/contact/ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ [gravityform id="2" title="true"]

    Edmentum’s Road to Readiness: Helping Students Find Purpose in Learning
  8. Aug 23

    Literacy Built in the Middle with Classmate (Featuring Mikayla Lee)

    Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this episode, Michaela Lee from WorldBook discusses their new platform Classmate and how it supports literacy in middle school classrooms. The conversation covers the importance of integrating literacy across subjects, resources available, and strategies for teachers to enhance student reading skills. 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! In This Episode … Get a quick look at howWorld Book is evolving in the digital age—and what “multimodal” content means for student engagement.Learn whatClassMateis (a teacher-led reading + learning platform) and how it differs from World Book Online.Explore whyliteracy can’t live only in ELA—and what content-area teachers can do to support reading without losing instructional time.Hear how ClassMate supportsdiverse learnerswith built-in scaffolds like read-aloud and translation.See how teachers can use ClassMate forcollaborative planningby sharing and co-managing assignments.Preview what’s coming in this5-part series, including the role of AI and the importance of quality texts in literacy development. Chapters: 01:05 Introduction to Michaela Lee and World Book04:02 The Evolution of World Book in the Digital Age07:00 Introducing Classmate: A New Learning Platform09:58 Classmate's Features and Benefits for Teachers12:55 Addressing Literacy Challenges in Middle School15:24 Supporting Literacy Across All Subjects18:10 The Importance of Quality Texts in Education20:59 Looking Ahead: The Future of Literacy in Education Resources Mentioned in This Episode: https://classmate.worldbook.com/ About our Guest: Mikayla Lee Mikayla Lee is a Curriculum Designer at World Book. She brings seven years of classroom experience to her work, including two years teaching in the Chicago suburbs and five years teaching in Chicago Public Schools. Since joining World Book, Mikayla has been an integral part of the team building ClassMate, drawing on her literacy and curriculum-design expertise to shape the product’s development. Mikayla holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the University of Missouri and a master’s degree in educational policy, organization, and leadership from the University of Illinois. Meet ClassMate by World Book Meet ClassMate by World Book — the reading and learning platform built for and trusted by middle school teachers! For over 100 years, World Book has inspired curiosity and built reliable knowledge. ClassMate carries that legacy forward. Unlike AI tools built on the open web, ClassMate works exclusively within World Book's expert-written, editorially reviewed content library. Teachers create engaging classroom activities quickly and with confidence. The result: students build knowledge, strengthen literacy, and think critically, while educators spend more time teaching. Links of Interest https://classmate.worldbook.com/https://www.facebook.com/WorldBook/https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-book/https://www.instagram.com/worldbookinc/ Let’s Work Together Contact Me Today:https://www.teachercast.net/contact Follow on Social Media LinkedIn:https://www.teachercast.net/linkedinTwitter/X:https://www.teachercast.net/twitterBlueSky:https://bsky.app/profile/jeffreybradbury.bsky.socialYouTube:http://teachercast.net/youtube Subscribe to This Podcast Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0n6S0WcyzQ1rpKWJ8iZPLJ?si=a1227a7c5e0b48e4 Check Out Additional TeacherCast Programming Digital Learning Today:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310Ask the Tech Coach:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-tech-coach/id1067586243The Jeff Bradbury Showhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jeff-bradbury-show/id519685828 Book Jeff for your Next Event Jeff Bradbury (ISTE “20 to Watch” Award Winner and ISTE Certified Educator) is available for keynote speaking, workshop facilitation, and live event broadcasting. With expertise in educational technology and professional development, Jeff brings engaging content and practical strategies to conferences and professional learning events. Visit Jeff’s Website:https://jeffreybradbury.comContact Jeff Directly:https://jeffreybradbury.com/contact/ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ [gravityform id="2" title="true"]

    Literacy Built in the Middle with Classmate (Featuring Mikayla Lee)
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How do we lead sustainable change in our schools? Digital Learning Today, hosted by Jeff Bradbury, explores the big-picture ideas and strategic systems that shape the future of education. This podcast is for the forward-thinking leader—the principal, district administrator, or instructional coach focused on systemic growth. Each episode dives into topics like digital learning leadership, school improvement plans, and building a culture of innovation. Subscribe to join the conversation on designing the high-impact schools of tomorrow. Whether you're looking to enhance student engagement, master new educational tools, or build stronger classroom relationships, our show provides the actionable advice you need to succeed in today's digital learning environment. Join us weekly for professional development that's both inspiring and immediately applicable.

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