Digital Learning Today

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we speak with authors Matthew R Kay and Shawna Coppola about race relations in today's classrooms and how school districts, teachers, and students can sit down and have positive and constructive conversations on the topic. In this episode, we discuss: How to recognize the difference between meaningful and inconsequential race conversations.  How to...

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast , we speak with Debbie Scott who created Help A Teacher , a fantastic network of educators that allows teachers to connect with other teachers to support them with their classroom needs. In this episode, you will learn: What is HelpATeacher? Why do teachers need assistance in the classroom? Success Stories How anyone can help? What happens if your classro...

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we broadcast LIVE from the 2018 ISTE Creative Constructor Lab and discuss the topics of Creativity and Collaboration in today's classrooms. Today's podcast was made possible by ISTE and we thank them for allowing TeacherCast to attend the conference and broadcast from the event. In this episode, you will learn: How should we define creativity within...

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we speak with members of The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History about their partnership with the award-winning Broadway Musical, Hamilton.  About The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History Founded in 1994 by Richard Gilder and Lewis E. Lehrman, visionaries and lifelong supporters of American history education, the Gilder Lehrman Inst...

In this episode of TeacherCast Podcast, we welcome Doug Ashton from Streamable Learning along with educators Mark Hauk and Martin McGuire to discuss how students are able to travel the world through virtual field trips.  In this episode, we discuss: Why is it important to bring audio and video into the classroom? Field trips vs virtual trips How to bring in video? What equipment do you n...

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, Jeff sits down with Pam Moran to discuss her 43 years of being in education. Learn not only how to create a positive and innovative culture in your school district but also why it’s important to have the ability to create teachable moments when things don’t go as planned in the classroom. In this episode, we discuss: What can education learn from pe...

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we welcome Justin Chando from Microsoft Teams and Joey from Flipgrid on the podcast to talk about how to create a seamless digital classroom using collaborative tools found in Office365. In this episode, we discuss: What’s new in Microsoft EDU? #Flipgrid FeverSummer Conference What’s new in Flipgrid Being a part of the MicrosoftEdu Family What can teache...

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast , we learn how the Conrad Challenge is promoting collaborative, student-centered, real world-relevant learning that fosters innovation and entrepreneurship, unleashing students’ potential to create future-defining solutions and a sustainable society for generations to come. What is the Conrad Challenge? Registration is now open for the 2018-2019 Conrad Ch...

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we welcome Teaching Matters CEO Lynette Guastaferro on the program to discuss how school districts can improve teacher moral and improve student test scores by building a culture of positive professional learning. In this episode, we discuss: Who is Teaching Matters? Emerging Teacher Leaders Program The importance of collaboration in and out of the class...

In this episode of the of TeacherCast Podcast, we welcome ASCD Author Dr. Ronald Bethetto on the program to discuss his new book What If? Building Students’ Problem-Solving Skills Through Complex Challenges. We wish to thank ASCD for making this show possible. In this episode, we discuss: The problem with waiting for “someday” Innovation – Imagination – Creativity Can you teach creativity? Ro...

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast , we welcome author, director, and producer Doug Keith on the program to talk about how we can teach our students the art of writing long form not just in a single storyline, but across multiple projects. In this episode, we discuss: Why is it important to become a Director if you want to see your original content produced? The importance of being a conte...

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we welcome author and CEO of the 95 Percent Group, Susan Hall on the program to discuss the importance of Literacy Intervention in the primary grades. Check out Susan’s new book “10 Success Factors for Literacy Intervention: Getting Results with MTSS in Elementary Schools” available from ASCD . In this episode, we discuss: How to support young reade...

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast , we welcome Stacey Roshan on the program to talk about the power of Video in the classroom. Stacey is a veteran teacher who for the last 7 years has been flipping her classroom through interactive and engaging videos. One of Stacey’s favorite platforms for video is Zoom, a video conferencing application that allows for crystal clear video communicat...

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast , we welcome teacher and author Bethany Petty on the podcast to discuss how teachers are creating engaging and dynamic lessons with technology in their classrooms. Together we discuss Blended Learning, Flipped Learning, Gamification, and her new book Illuminate from EdTechTeam Press. In this episode, you will learn: What is the state of Instructional...

What is the value of educational technology in the classroom? Should EdTech companies be spending more time in our classrooms learning how we teach? Or … should they be coming up with new and innovative programs and gadgets for us to be teaching … with? In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast , we take a look at the ISTE Conference. Joining me on the program are three educators with unique...

This year at ISTE, I had the amazing opportunity to join 90 educators from across the United States as a member of the first cohort of the LEGO Education Master Educator program. The LEGO Educator Master Educator Program is a network of educators who use LEGO Education solutions in their classroom to inspire their students. On this week's podcast, we share more than a dozen interviews that I...

This year at the ISTE Conference , I had the opportunity to catch up with John Kao , a man dubbed “Mr. Creativity” by The Economist. John and I first met a few years back and spent some time together during an event in Seattle and I have always been fascinated by not only his point of view on today's educational landscape but by the way he is able to very clearly make sense of many...

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we welcome Mike Soules, the President of Corwin and Dr. Julie Smith, Corwin's Senior Director for Visible Learning on the show to discuss Visible Learning Plus , a brand new professional development platform developed based on the research of Professor John Hattie. In this episode, we discuss: Corwin 2018 News and Updates What is Global Visible Learning?...

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we speak with ASCD Author Erik M. Francis about his book “Now That’s a Good Question! How to Promote Cognitive Rigor Through Classroom Questioning.  During our conversation, we discuss several ways that teachers can ask thought-provoking questions to their students both verbally and on assessments that allow them to provide a fully thought out answe...

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we welcome ASCD author Brian Mendler to discuss his new book. Discipline with Dignity, 4th Edition: How to Build Responsibility, Relationships, and Respect in Your Classroom . In this episode, we discuss: Brian dealt with struggles growing up, including a gambling addiction; he is now 15 years in recovery (you can talk about his path to teaching as an in...

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we welcome ASCD author Robyn Jackson on the program to discuss her new book: Never Underestimate Your Teachers: Instructional Leadership for Excellence in Every Classroom . In this episode, we discuss: How she came to the profession Her experiences seeing teachers be underestimated in their jobs and the impact of that on their craft Any teacher can...

This week witnessed a major tremor in the Twittersphere when 10 Million monthly users woke up to learn that Padlet, a popular digital bulletin board, has adjusted their pricing model. What happened after that was the coming together of passionate educators about a much-loved technology product to help each other understand why decisions such as this have to happen and also to provide sup...

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we sit down with Tony Skauge and Jamie Candee to showcase how teachers are using Edmentum to design engaging learning experiences for their students. Follow our Podcast The TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | @TeacherCast Follow our Host Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury About Edmentum Edmentum, Inc., is committed to making it easier for educators...

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we speak with Technology Integration Specialist Jarod Bormann, author of the book Professionally Driven. Together, we break down the role of professional development in the school district and begin to understand why it is vitally important to every district to have a clear system from which professional development is given. In this episode, you wi...

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we speak with Dr. Ayanna Howard, Professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology about Robotics, STEM Education, and her upcoming Keynote at the Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC) In this episode, you will learn: What is the difference between Coding and Programming? Why should STEM be included in all subject areas? Can STEM and Coding be...