Digital Age Teacher Podcast

Marcus & Dr. Bourgeois

DAT: Digital-Age Teacher We created this podcast to share Technology tips and solutions for teaching in the digital age. We are here to guide you through the world of educational technology and all it has to offer to help you navigate teaching in the digital age we live in. Hosted by Marcus Stein and Dr. Sara Bourgeois.

Episodes

  1. 2d ago

    Empathy

    In this episode, Marcus Stein and Dr. Sara Bourgeois discuss the significance of empathy in education, focusing on mental health, digital citizenship, and the role of technology in fostering student engagement. They are joined by Kristi DeRoche, a fifth-grade math teacher, who shares her insights on creating a positive classroom environment and the importance of knowing her students. In this episode, the hosts discuss the importance of supporting teachers to enhance student happiness and creativity. They also explore the evolving role of AI in education, emphasizing the need for thoughtful approaches to screen time and technology use. Takeaways Empathy enhances teaching effectivenessTechnology fosters student engagement Teacher support impacts student happinessAI's role in education is evolving Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Digital Age03:08 The Importance of Empathy in Education04:40 Creating a Positive Classroom Vibe09:12 Leveraging Technology for Student Voice13:10 Revealing Hidden Strengths Through Assessment17:02 Modeling Healthy Digital Habits22:20 Empathy for Educators and Building Community27:03 Empowering Educators for Student Success28:14 Fun and Games: Lighthearted Moments32:48 Navigating Screen Time in Education41:43 AI in Education: A New Perspective

  2. Nov 3

    Unconventional

    The conversation explores unconventional teaching methods and the importance of creativity in education, particularly in STEM. Dr. Spencer Kiper shares his journey as an educator, emphasizing the transformative power of innovative teaching practices and the use of everyday materials like cardboard in the classroom. The conversation explores the importance of flexibility and creativity in teaching, highlighting the need for educators to adapt their methods based on student input and innovative ideas. It also delves into the challenges of implementing unconventional teaching practices within established educational systems, particularly in the context of emerging technologies like AI. Takeaways Embrace unconventional teaching methodsInnovation doesn't require new materials Flexibility in teaching is crucialInnovation must be grounded in research Chapters 00:00 Unconventional Teaching Approaches05:52 Journey of an Educator12:18 Creative Use of Everyday Materials18:04 Handling Skepticism in Education24:40 Embracing Flexibility in Education30:03 Learning from Failures31:58 The Challenge of Innovation in Education35:59 AI in Education: Opportunities and Risks42:00 Staying Grounded in Educational Practices

  3. Oct 26

    Connection

    In this episode of the DAT Podcast, Marcus Stein and Dr. Sara Bourgeois explore how connection can help educators and students thrive. Guest Jeffrey Harrison, Executive Director of the Louisiana Scholastics Esports Federation and a LACUE board member, shares how a school gaming club grew into an esports program where students build community, take on leadership roles, and gain experience in broadcasting, production, tournament management, communications, and marketing. The conversation also looks at using AI in teaching. The hosts and guest weigh when AI can save time—such as helping create event flyers or sentence starters—and when it may get in the way of teachers’ own planning or voice. The episode closes with a reminder to stay curious, be kind, and learn from the people around you. In this episode Making esports accessible to students across LouisianaThe student roles and transferable skills involved in running esports eventsResources, internships, curriculum, and certifications discussed by the guestA rapid-fire conversation about AI for lesson plans, slides, flyers, writing scaffolds, and parent lettersWhy connection and openness help educators grow

  4. 01/22/2023

    DAT Podcast S2E1

    In their season 2 debut, join us (Marcus and Sara) as we talk DAT talk about permanent post-pandemic changes to teaching and learning. We share how engagement during PD and in the college environment has changed post-pandemic and how this impacts the future of teaching and learning. In true, Digital Age Teacher, format, edtech tips, tricks, and research are shared throughout. Subscribe! Search for DAT Podcast on: Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, Youtube, or Breaker. Visit datpodcast.com/subscribe for direct links. Follow Us on Social Media Facebook: Dat Podcast Twitter: @TheDATPodcast Instagram @thedatpodcast Youtube: DAT Podcast Tips, Tricks, and Lessons Learned What’s a Nutria Rat? Using MyMaps.Google.Com to build a travel schedule for your next trip The Map you create is automatically housed in your google drive for easy sharing with friends and family. Works on Desktop ONLY. You can view the maps on mobile, though. Google Maps YouTube Tutorial by Matt Miller  Google Maps Step by Step Support Page Create a Google Account for your next big event. Keep all things about the event separated from your personal information… FOR FREE. Gmail will give you a go-to place for all of the logistical messages you’ll send back and forth without cluttering your existing Gmail accounts. Stay up to date and schedule appointments with Google Calendar. Store important documents in one place via Drive. You can even use Google Voice to create a free phone number to text and call others without exposing your personal phone number.

    DAT Podcast S2E1

  5. 05/21/2021

    005. Finding a Different Way to Communicate

    Marcus and Sara discuss how they find different ways to communicate and share tips for getting your point across. Receipts Article 1: https://sophia.stkate.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?referer=https://scholar.google.com/scholar?start=10&q=teacher+communication&hl=en&as_sdt=0,19&as_ylo=2017&as_vis=1&httpsredir=1&article=1231&context=maed Article 2: The Essentials of Online Teacher Student Communication https://www.3plearning.com/blog/teachers-can-communicate-effectively-online-learners/ Students as Creative Communicators: https://www.iste.org/explore/Empowered-Learner/Innovative-approaches-inspire-students-to-be-creative-communicators  - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6aVN_9hcQEGwvJdR-0FHjCAv1dbmlMRe We Tried It Google Docs Templates Option 1: Make a copy of a file in Google Docs: https://support.google.com/docs/answer/49114?co=GENIE.Platform%3DDesktop&hl=en#zippy=%2Cmake-a-copy-of-a-file Option 2: Copy and paste text from assignment instructions into new document. Option 3: Change a word in the url to generate a template link https://learninginhand.com/blog/google-document-url-tricks The Sir-links-a-lot Chrome extension is super helpful for this option! Create & Manage a Public Google Calendar: https://support.google.com/calendar/answer/37083?hl=en Don’t forget to be a Positive Patrick or Patty this week!! Subscribe! Search for DAT Podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube, Breaker, Overcast, or Pocket Cast Visit datpodcast.com/subscribe for direct links. Follow Us on Social Media Facebook: Dat Podcast Twitter: @TheDATPodcast Instagram @thedatpodcast Youtube: DAT Podcast

    005. Finding a Different Way to Communicate

  6. 10/02/2020

    004. Teacher Tech Hacks

    Website: www.datpodcast.com Leave us feedback: www.datpodcast.com/feedback From our Stories: Sara’s Hack - find videos already created! - Screencast-o-matic Youtube Channel (Playlists) - Google For Education Channel (Playlists) - Kahoot Channel (Playlists) - Edulastic Channel (Playlists) Marcus’s Hack - Convert PDFs to editable documents using Microsoft Word https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/edit-a-pdf-b2d1d729-6b79-499a-bcdb-233379c2f63a Sara’s 2nd Hack - Scripted Recordings https://screencast-o-matic.com/blog/working-with-scripts-and-captions/ Examples: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QNrvmGwWpZ8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jF_bV6BaP9Q Receipts “The Current State of Teacher Burnout in America” “Importance of Self-Care As a Teacher” We Tried It! Marcus’s Set-up for clear audio:     - Moving Blankets     - Command Strips     - Command Hooks     - Bungee Cords (optional) Sara’s Microphone: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-Condenser-Microphone-Cardioid/dp/B006DIA77E https://www.target.com/p/snowball-black-ice-usb-microphone/-/A-52533133 Grammarly: app.grammarly.com/ Subscribe! Search for DAT Podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube, Breaker, Overcast, or Pocket Cast Visit datpodcast.com/subscribe for direct links. Follow Us on Social Media Facebook: Dat Podcast Twitter: @TheDATPodcast Instagram @thedatpodcast Youtube: DAT Podcast

    004. Teacher Tech Hacks

  7. 08/05/2020

    003. Webinars & Online Class Meetings

    Join us as we discuss our webinar and online meeting experiences and share tips and tricks for becoming a better online meeting host! Episode Shownotes: www.datpodcast.com/dat-podcast-003.html Website: www.datpodcast.com

    003. Webinars & Online Class Meetings

  8. 05/08/2020

    002. Productivity

    In this episode, Marcus and Sara talk about things that help them to be more productive. Website: www.datpodcast.com From our Stories: Sara's Story: forms.google.com & sheets.google.com Marcus's Story: www.canva.com Receipts Codding, R. S., & Smyth, C. A. (2008). Using Performance Feedback to Decrease Classroom Transition Time and Examine Collateral Effects on Academic Engagement. Journal of Educational & Psychological Consultation, 18(4), 325–345. Editors, N. S. (n.d.). Best of Works 4 Me: Transitions. NEA. Retrieved May 7, 2020, from http://www.nea.org/tools/71205.htm Hoffman Kaser, M.A, C. (n.d.). Series on Highly Effective Practices-Transitions 1. https://www.odu.edu/content/dam/odu/col-dept/cdse/docs/6-transitions.pdf We Tried It! Chrome Browser: chrome.google.com Sara’s Tabs Always Open: Email & Google Drive Keyboard shortcuts: support.google.com/chrome/answer/157179?hl=en Mentioned by Marcus: Control + shift + V (past and match formatting) Control + D (duplicate) Screenshot Tools by Device Windows: Snipping Tool Mac: Screenshot Keyboard Shortcuts Chromebook: How to Take Full Screenshots, How to Take Partial Screenshots Google Keep: www.google.com/keep/ keep.google.com “Stop looking around and comparing yourself to what you see. You can take the steps you need. You can, as long as you do your best. No comparisons okay? So, you be as productive as you need to be. And don’t let this be another “thing.”  -- Wendy Durant, Durant Counseling Subscribe! Search for the Digital Age Teacher Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube, Breaker, Overcast, or Pocket Casts. Visit datpodcast.com/subscribe for direct links. Follow Us on Social Media Facebook: Dat Podcast Twitter: @TheDATPodcast Instagram @thedatpodcast Youtube: DAT Podcast

    002. Productivity

  9. 04/28/2020

    001. Welcome to DAT Podcast!

    Show Notes: Website: www.datpodcast.com Subscribe! Visit datpodcast.com/subscribe for direct links. Follow Us on Social Media Facebook: Dat Podcast Twitter: @TheDATPodcast Instagram @thedatpodcast Youtube: DAT Podcast From our Stories: Calendly: calendly.com Article from Forbes.com: “6 Proven Ways To Increase Your Creativity” www.forbes.com/sites/deeppatel/2017/07/30/6-proven-ways-to-increase-your-creativity/#4f03f3894295 Receipts Nielson Survey: drive.google.com/open?id=1bItCAeZ_-0DrkNHYfeSA5pHwe7erxcGD We Tried It! Hangouts/Meet in Google Classroom: Eric Curtis’s Blog and Resources about the NEW Meet link within Google Classroom: www.controlaltachieve.com/2020/04/meet-classroom-integration.html You can also now start a new meeting directly from Gmail: gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2020/04/meet-in-gmail.html Google Forms: forms.google.com Checkbox and Multiple Choice Grids: Video Tutorial DAT Counter: 14

    001. Welcome to DAT Podcast!
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DAT: Digital-Age Teacher We created this podcast to share Technology tips and solutions for teaching in the digital age. We are here to guide you through the world of educational technology and all it has to offer to help you navigate teaching in the digital age we live in. Hosted by Marcus Stein and Dr. Sara Bourgeois.

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  • Creator
    Marcus & Dr. Bourgeois
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Marcus & Dr. Bourgeois
  • Show Website
    Digital Age Teacher Podcast