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Alabama Technology in Motion

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A Podcast for Teachers Across Alabama Hosted by Pernell Allen and Angela Clark, Specialists for Alabama Technology in Motion Each month, we will release a new episode with topics related to Technology in Education to inform and inspire Alabama educators.

12/07/2025

Episode 20 CSEdWeek Meets the Future of Learning with AI

Episode 20 of TIMTalks by ATIM is a Special Edition for the Hour of AI during Computer Science Education Week, December 2025 Featured Guest Voices: ALL Technology in Motion Specialists from Regions 1-11 ALSDE Educational Technology Director Sue Ellen GillilandCTE Computer Science Administrator Amanda DykesView the Transcript for this Episode

53 min
11/14/2025

Episode 19 School Libraries Connect Every Corner of Education

An engaging conversation with Susanne Estes about the modern school library and how media specialists are guiding instruction and leading innovation across Alabama schools.

50 min
10/08/2025

Episode 18 Connection Over Perfection: What Great Teaching is Really About

An incredible conversation with Katie Collins, the 2025-2026 Alabama Teacher of the Year! Katie is a 1st Grade Teacher at Bluff Park Elementary in Hoover City Schools. Transcript of Episode 18

53 min
09/16/2025

Episode 17 Kids Haven't Changed - But Schools Must

Kids Haven’t Changed - But Schools Must Hosted by Alabama Technology in Motion - Pernell Allen and Angela Clark, Specialists Guest Voices: Math Specialist Bianca Shepherd and Literacy Specialist Charissa Lambert from the Alabama Office of School Improvement Transcript pdf

1h 5m
08/31/2025

Episode 16 From Surviving to Thriving: Mentorship That Transforms Classrooms

This captivating episode features Dr. Tammarra Tippett who shares how she has led the effort to invest in mentorship programs and the National Board Certification process in Birmingham City Schools. Transcript pdf Dr. Tammarra Tippett is a dedicated educator with 28 years of experience and a National Board Certified Teacher. Her professional mission centers on mentoring both novice and experienced educators, empowering them through targeted professional learning and instructional coaching. A proud graduate of Birmingham City Schools, Dr. Tippett returned to her hometown to serve as a Program Specialist. In this role, she oversees several key initiatives, including the Teacher Engagement and Mentoring Program, the National Board Certified Teacher Candidate Support Program, and the Teacher of the Year Program. Her career spans a wide range of roles in education, including classroom teacher, curriculum specialist, instructional coach, and assistant principal. Dr. Tippett earned her Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership from Samford University. Her dissertation, Teachers’ Self-Efficacy in Elementary Reading Literacy Urban Classrooms: Exploring Classroom Management, Instructional Strategies, and Student Engagement, reflects her deep commitment to supporting effective teaching practices in urban education settings.

44 min
07/03/2025

Episode 15 The 7 F's Every Teacher Should Know

TIMTalks opens Season 4 with an incredible conversation with past Alabama Teacher of the Year, Mr. Reggie White.

42 min
04/16/2025

Episode 14 Moss Motivation: Bridging Gaps with Tech & Heart

Episode 14 is an inspiring conversation with Dr. Kimberly Moss, Educational Technology Coordinator at Birmingham City Schools where she shares her thoughts on how leadership can best support teachers with professional learning and technology.

28 min
03/11/2025

Episode 13 Failing Forward: How Challenges Shape Great Educators

Every seasoned educator has a success story that reminds us that what we do matters, but sharing how our struggles and even failures also bring about positive change is just as valuable. In this episode, we had an amazing conversation in February of 2025 with Dr. Joseph Garner, Coordinator of the Office of School Improvement with ALSDE. He shared his incredible journey through his career in law enforcement and education that have helped shape his determined outlook on guiding each under-performing school in the program.

55 min

A Podcast for Teachers Across Alabama Hosted by Pernell Allen and Angela Clark, Specialists for Alabama Technology in Motion Each month, we will release a new episode with topics related to Technology in Education to inform and inspire Alabama educators.

Creator

Alabama Technology in Motion
Years Active

2023 - 2025
Episodes

21
Rating

Clean
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