Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns Monica Burns
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Monica Burns from the popular EdTech blog ClassTechTips brings you teaching strategies, tips and activity ideas. Each podcast focuses on how to make EdTech integration easy with a shout out to favorite EdTech tools for classrooms. Monica provides actionable, relevant tips for teachers so you can make this school year the best one yet! Join author, speaker, and blogger, Dr. Monica Burns for an EdTech podcast that helps take the stress out of integrating education technology into your classroom.
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Unexpected Ways to Connect Literacy and STEM with Dr. Jacie Maslyk
In this episode, Educational Consultant and Instructional Coach Dr. Jacie Maslyk shares unexpected strategies for seamlessly integrating literacy and STEM into any classroom. You'll also hear engaging lesson ideas and activities that foster curiosity, problem-solving, and authentic learning experiences. If you want to ignite students' imaginations, cultivate interdisciplinary connections, and unleash creativity in the classroom, this episode is for you!
Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/04/23/literacy-and-stem-264/
Sponsored by my new free ebook "10 Ways School Leaders Can Use AI Tomorrow": https://classtechtips.com/aileader
Follow Jacie on social: https://www.instagram.com/jaciemaslyk/
Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/
Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/
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Tips for Finding Teaching Resources Online - Bonus Episode with The Achievery
In this episode, I welcome middle school librarian Amanda Hunt back to the podcast as she shares her firsthand experience using the forever-free K-12 digital learning platform The Achievery. You'll hear Amanda's strategies for effectively evaluating online resources to find high-quality, standards-aligned materials connected to core subject areas. From customizing lessons for personalized learning to collaborating with colleagues to share favorite lessons, this episode has you covered!
Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/04/19/finding-teaching-resources-bonus/
Sponsored by The Achievery: https://futureready.link/burns
Follow Amanda Hunt on social: https://www.instagram.com/thenextgenlibrarian/
Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/
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How to Use Social Media for Lesson Inspiration
In this episode, I use social media for lesson inspiration and spotlight activity ideas to energize student learning experiences. From creating historical figure Instagram-style posts to making math concept videos in a vertical format, you'll discover plenty of customizable ideas to boost student engagement, foster creativity, and provide real-world context across the content areas. If you're looking for fresh ways to invigorate learning, this episode is for you!
Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/04/16/social-media-for-lesson-263/
Sponsored by Activ8: https://unboxactiv8.com/
Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/
Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/
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How to Create Calm in Your Classroom with Meredith McNerney - 262
In this episode, I chat with speaker, educator, and author Meredith McNerney about ways to create a peaceful classroom environment for teachers and students. You'll also hear practical strategies from her new book Cultivating a Classroom of Calm for identifying tech-based self-soothing behaviors, fostering a culture of calm, and integrating micro self-care practices into daily routines.
Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/04/09/calm-in-your-classroom-262/
Sponsored by Activ8: https://unboxactiv8.com/
Follow Meredith on social: https://twitter.com/calmerschools
Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/
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AI and The Power of Play - Bonus Episode with Activ8
In this episode, I chat with Mike McDonald, CEO of Activ8, all about using AI to personalize play-based learning experiences for kids. You'll also hear about how Activ8 uses AI to give educators ideas for screen-free play activities that can be tailored to specific learning goals and classroom environments. If you're looking for ways to incorporate more hands-on, movement-based activities into your classroom, this episode is for you!
Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/04/05/power-of-play-bonus/
Sponsored by Activ8: https://unboxactiv8.com/
Follow Activ8 on social: https://www.instagram.com/activ8plai
Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/
Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/
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What We’re Still Learning from Pandemic Teaching with Dr. Faiza Jamil
In this episode, I’m joined by Associate Professor of Education & Human Development and Author Dr. Faiza Jamil. We explore how the pandemic pushed educators to find creative solutions for remote learning - like using virtual tools to maintain student connections and expanding education access. You'll also hear expert insights from her new book, Public Education in Turbulent Times, on navigating educational challenges and fostering community engagement.
Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/04/02/pandemic-teaching-261/
Sponsored by WeVideo: https://www.wevideo.com/education
Follow Dr. Faiza Jamil on social: http://linkedin.com/in/faiza-m-jamil
Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/
Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/
Customer Reviews
Wonderful education podcast!
This is absolutely one of my favorite educational podcasts! The information that I glean from this podcast, I can use immediately in my classroom.
Build your toolbox for success!
Monica brings interesting and timely topics to the forefront for educators. She provides information in the right amount of time and links in the notes. She is the helper every teacher needs!!!
Makes AI Easy!
Teaching full time does not provide much time to learn about all of the newest uses of AI, but Monica’s podcast makes it easy and simple! Love it!!!