Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

In this episode, Dr. Catherine Pearlman, author of First Phone: A Child's Guide to Digital Responsibility, Safety, and Etiquette , joins to discuss what to do before giving kids their first phone. You'll also hear actionable tips for educators and families to consider, whether you work closely with families or help prepare students to navigate the digital world. Show notes: https://classtechtips.c...

In this episode, I share a selection of strategies I use daily to make the most of a digital calendar and save precious time throughout the day. You'll hear my favorite calendar tips for educators, including how to keep track of weekly brainstorming sessions, monthly meetings, and one-time events you don't want to miss with Google Calendar or any other digital calendar platform you may use. Show n...

In this episode, I share storyboard examples you can use in any subject area to help students organize their thinking and share their learning. You'll also hear how to access a free set of 15 templates you can use for storyboarding ideas and creating comic strips with students. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/08/09/storyboard-examples-175/   Sponsored by EdTech Essentials : https://clas...

In this episode, Saravana Pat Bhava, Founder & CEO of Pikmykid, joins to discuss this dynamic communication and school safety platform.  You'll also hear how this powerful digital tool can make the school day smoother, safer and save precious instructional time. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/08/07/school-day-smoother-bonus/   Sponsored by Pikmykid: pikmykid.com Follow Pikmykid on Twit...

In this episode, Digital Curriculum Specialist and ISTE author, Nichole Carter, joins to discuss how to boost productivity with creative journaling. You'll also hear about Nichole's new book, Creative Journaling for Teachers , as well as some great tips to manage time, stay organized, and start a creative journaling practice.  Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/08/02/creative-journaling-17...

In this episode, educator and Co-Founder of AskClass, Damon Moon, joins to discuss the power of building a strong classroom community by facilitating discussion amongst students. You'll also hear Damon share a few stories and actionable ideas to help boost classroom conversations and increase social skills in your classroom this school year. Whether you're teaching first grade, middle school, biol...

In this episode, I share seven powerful time-saving tips to help any educator work smarter - not harder when it comes to using technology.  You'll also hear how to incorporate these practices into your routine to save you precious time throughout your week! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/07/26/educators-save-time-173/   Sponsored by my Easy EdTech Club: https://classtechtips.com/easy-e...

In this episode, Ian Cohen, Founder & CEO of TARA, joins to discuss an EdTech solution for teacher burnout. You'll hear us unpack the term "teacher burnout," talk about the symptoms of teacher burnout, and share strategies on how to use EdTech to tackle these symptoms. If you're concerned about teacher burnout rates, this episode is for you! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/07/24/teacher...

In this episode, we'll dive into three creative and engaging reading activities that can transform your students' next reading response in any subject area. You'll also hear about some free, favorite tools to help elevate student learning and differentiate reading responses this school year. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/07/19/reading-activities-172/   Sponsored by my Easy EdTech Club...

In this episode, educational leaders and ISTE authors, Martha Ramirez and Carolina R. Buitrago, join to unpack flipped learning to differentiate instruction in any classroom setting. You'll also hear about their new book In-Class Flip, plus favorite digital tools and strategies for both experienced teachers and those new to flipped learning. If you're wondering, "What is flipped learning?" Then th...

In this episode, ASCD author and educator, Christine Arnold, joins to discuss her book, The Minimalist Teacher . You'll hear about a special framework introduced in the book, some favorite strategies for kicking off the school year, and ways to keep things simple all year long. If you're curious about how to put minimalist classroom strategies into action, then this episode is for you! Show notes:...

In this episode, I share how educators can use comic strips to motivate reluctant readers and inspire students as creators. You'll also hear how to access my free and ready-to-use & customizable comic strips templates for your next lesson! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/06/28/comic-strip-lesson-169/   Sponsored by Hāpara : https://hapara.com/demo/   Follow Monica on Instagram: https://...

In this episode, I'm joined by professor of sociology and author of Redefining Geek , Dr. Cassidy Puckett, to talk about what teens actually need to be tech-savvy. You'll hear about the five hidden habits of tech-savvy teens, how educators can help students develop efficient technology habits, explore design logic, and more! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/06/21/tech-savvy-teens-168/  ...

In this episode, science and STEM education expert, Maaroof Fakhri, joins to discuss how every student can benefit from STEM Education. You'll also hear about Labster, a dynamic digital resource that brings state of the art science labs to students. And we'll talk about how virtual science labs offer an engaging way for students to interact with STEM concepts, add value to a student experience, an...

In this episode, ISTE authors, educators and librarians, Julia Torres and Valerie Tagoe, join to discuss tips to help liven up your library programming. Ready to liven up your library programming? You'll hear tips from their new book, titled Liven Up Your Library, connections to the ISTE Standards, and considerations for creating an inclusive library experience for students. Show notes: https://cl...

In this episode, we'll dive into how educators can unlock the power of Instagram to connect, share, and learn. You'll also hear how Instagram can accomplish things other social media platforms can't and help connect you with other educators who are also passionate about their craft and the thoughtful integration of digital tools. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/06/07/ instagram-teachers...

In this episode, Kevin Dorsey from GoGuardian and Josh Ratliff from Trafera join to discuss how digital tools can support focus and help avoid distractions  for students in any learning environment. You'll also hear how GoGuardian and Trafera provide custom professional development, built-in safety measures, and ready-made lesson plans to help transform the learning experience through technology....

In this episode, Educational Technology Specialist Jennifer Hall joins to discuss ways for students to share their creations with an authentic audience.  You'll also hear how to incorporate technology with digital tools during student projects and spaces for students to showcase and celebrate their work. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/05/31/student-projects-165/   Sponsored by EdTech E...

In this episode, we'll go over five creative ways for spotlighting your passions - some of these are part of my regular practice of sharing things I'm passionate about. You'll also hear how to empower students of all ages to celebrate their passions with these creative activities! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/05/24/spotlighting-your-passions-164/   Sponsored by EdTech Essentials : ht...

In this episode, Josh Ratliff from Trafera joins to discuss everything you need to know about Google Workspace. You'll hear Google Workspace administrator and teacher tips and how Google Workspace still gives you access to everything you love. Learn about extra features your school or district might want to explore. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/05/22/google-workspace-administrator-bo...

In this episode, we'll dive into the idea sketching your thinking in any subject area with educator and illustrator, Manuel Herrera. We'll tackle the question, "What is sketchnoting?" and discuss classroom sketchnoting examples. You'll also hear cross-curricular connections, digital tools and strategies to maximize learning during class activities plus how sketchnoting connects to careers beyond t...

In this episode, robotics and STEM educator Regena Landry joins to discuss her journey with teaching coding to kids and how educators can get over a fear of coding in the classroom. If you've ever thought to yourself, "Why is coding important?" then you'll want to tune into this conversation. You'll also hear about free, paper-based and digital tools for any educator to get started with computatio...

In this episode, I share a quick list of digital communication tools any instructional coach can use to stay connected! You'll also hear tips on how to use these multimedia tools to make conversations and meetings more productive and actionable. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/05/03/communication-tools-161/ Sponsored by EdTech Essentials: https://classtechtips.com/books/ Follow Monica o...

In this episode, author and ESL educational leader, Valentina Gonzalez, joins to discuss best practices for using technology with multilingual learners. You'll hear specific strategies paired with digital tools classroom teachers can use to support language development, digital citizenship and collaboration! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/04/26/multilingual-learners-160/   Sponsored by...

In this episode, author and EdTech Curriculum Instructional Specialist, Hedreich Nichols, joins to discuss how educators can help students be respectful in online spaces. You'll hear about free media literacy and digital citizenship resources to use with students plus tips for modeling citizenship and empathy online. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/04/19/respectful-online-159/   Sponsor...