Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

In this episode, learn about a free podcast player that works on any web browser. Perfect for students who don't have a smartphone or podcast app, Google Podcasts makes any podcast easy for students to find and play from their device. You'll hear tips for using Google Podcasts and a few favorite listening recommendations, too. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/03/01/google-podcasts-101 Mo...

In this episode you'll hear a few of my favorite tips from the past 99 episodes of the Easy EdTech Podcast. Listen in to grab some of the strategies I love sharing with listeners and a shout out to a few top episodes from the past two years. If you are looking for a few of my favorite quick EdTech tips and ideas, this episode is for you! Show notes -> https://classtechtips.com/2021/02/25/top-tips-...

In this episode, Torie Marquez shares three favorite ways to use Jamboard in professional development settings along with student-friendly activities for Jamboard. You'll hear tips you can use tomorrow and ideas you can customize for any learning environment. Show notes -> https://classtechtips.com/2021/02/23/jamboard-tips-099/   Torie on Twitter -> https://twitter.com/toriermarquez   Monica on In...

In this episode, learn about Wakelet and all the ways you can use it with students and colleagues this school year. You'll hear from Rachel Coathup who talks about how this free tool is a must-have in your tool belt. Show notes -> https://classtechtips.com/2021/02/16/wakelet-098/ Rachel on Twitter -> https://twitter.com/Techmissc   Monica on Instagram ->  https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ T...

In this episode, you'll hear from Adobe Spark evangelist Claudio Zavala as he shares tips and strategies for using Adobe Spark with students. You'll hear tips for promoting creativity and supporting students using EdTech to share their learning in any subject area. Show. notes -> https://classtechtips.com/2021/02/09/adobe-spark-097 Claudio's YouTube channel -> http://youtube.com/iamclaudius Monica...

In this episode, you'll hear from Microsoft Infused Classroom co-author Dr. Natasha Rachell as she shares some favorite tips and tricks related to everything Microsoft Education. Dr. Rachell shares her project ideas and an insider look at Microsoft's education resources. Show notes -> https://classtechtips.com/2021/02/02/microsoft-education-096/ Monica on Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/cla...

In this episode, you'll hear five student-friendly Jamboard activities to use with students. Learn all about this powerful, collaborative tool, and if you're new to Jamboard you'll get a quick overview before diving into five activities for students to use in classroom and remote learning. Show notes --> https://classtechtips.com/2021/01/26/jamboard-activities-095 Monica on Instagram --> https://w...

In this episode, I share details behind my favorite tip for simplifying technology integration. Whether you are a classroom teacher, instructional coach, or school administrator, this is my "go to" tip when asked for help making EdTech easier. You'll hear some favorite EdTech tools and a strategy to promote buy-in with students, colleagues and families. Show notes -> https://classtechtips.com/2021...

In this episode, you'll hear nine quick tips for Google Slides -- from collaborative activities to favorite work arounds. Depending on how you use Slides, just one of these Google Slides tips could be a complete game changer for you this school year! Show notes -> https://classtechtips.com/2021/01/12/google-slides-tips-093/ Monica on Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/  

In this episode, you'll hear five ways to start the year off strong and make EdTech easier in 2021. As you kick off the new year, try these five tips to reset, plan, and take action to simplify your EdTech integration. Easy EdTech Club wait list --> https://classtechtips.com/club Show notes from today --> https://classtechtips.com/2021/01/05/ make-edtech-easier-092 Follow Monica on IG --> https://...

In this episode, literacy expert Talia Kovacs shares strategies to support reluctant readers. You'll hear tips for broadening our definition of reading, ways to use digital tools with students, and recommendations to share with families. Show notes --> https://classtechtips.com/2020/12/15/reluctant-readers-091/ Follow Monica on IG --> https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Talia's website --> ht...

In this episode, EdTech consultant Dr. Desiree Alexander shares tips for teachers using breakout rooms during video calls this year. You'll hear strategies for getting started with breakout rooms and how to take it to the next level. Whether you are using Zoom, Google Meet, or another video conferencing tool this year, this episode has you covered! Show notes -> https://classtechtips.com/2020/12/0...

In this episode, Dr. Michele Haiken shares strategies for creating podcasts with your students. Podcasting is a great way to get kids talking about a topic, sharing what they've learned, and working together with a common goal. You'll hear tips for getting started and ideas for taking podcasting to the next level in your classroom. Show notes --> https://classtechtips.com/2020/12/01/creating-podca...

In this episode , I'll share participation strategies to try out when students are working on their own, or through self-paced activities. You'll hear six strategies and a half-dozen EdTech tools to help you put these ideas into action. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/11/17/asynchronous-088 Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Distance Learning Essentials...

In this episode, you'll hear strategies that boost engagement and increase participation during live video lessons and synchronous instruction. If you are participating in synchronous learning experiences this year, this episode has six strategies to try out with students during your next online lesson. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/11/09/synchronous-instruction-087 Follow along on In...

In this episode , I'll share tips for checking for understanding while students learn online. Whether you are part of a distance learning initiative or teaching students with technology in the classroom, assessing online learning and giving feedback is essential. Listen in for strategies and favorite EdTech tools to support assessment and feedback. Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/11/03/a...

In this episode, Jeannine Flores shares tips for educators who are getting started with STEAM in their classroom, school, or district. If you are a seasoned STEAM educator you'll also hear some of Jeannine's social-emotional learning (SEL) connections and plenty of actionable tips. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/10/27/first-steps-into-steam-085   Free newsletter: http://classtechtips.c...

In this episode, Lila Shroff shares her perspective on healthy media use and ways to have discussions about social media in your classroom. Lila is on a gap year and offers a student perspective on podcasting as an authentic project for students, and activities you can try out with students of all ages. Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/10/20/healthy-media-use-084 Lila Shroff's Twitter: ht...

In this episode, Al Thomas, founder of Educopilot, shares tech-friendly project ideas you can tailor to your classroom. He discusses his work with creativity integration training and digital learning resources. You'll also hear about Al's favorite tools and tips that promote creativity in any learning environment. Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/10/13/creativity-al-thomas-083 Al Thomas o...

In this episode , early childhood educator Pana Asavavatana shares strategies for using technology with our youngest students. You'll hear how she teaches tech fluency using icons and some of her favorite tools, including Seesaw. Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/10/06/icons-in-early-childhood-082 Pana Asavavatana's website: https://www.mspanasays.com/ Free newsletter: https://classtechtip...

In this episode, you'll hear about video journals and why you might want to use multimedia to have students share this school year. This episode includes best practices for setting up video journals and using them with students. Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/09/29/video-journals-081/ Free graphic organizers for video projects: https://classtechtips.com/sparkplan/ My Distance Learning E...

In this episode , I'll share three strategies educators can use to support their colleagues this school year. You'll also hear about favorite tools that go along with each strategy to help anyone, including coaches, support teachers and colleagues during distance learning, hybrid learning, and face-to-face teaching. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/09/22/support-teachers-080/ EdTech bund...

In this episode, you'll hear about some of my favorite items for teaching and learning at home. You'll also hear about some tips for upgrading your at home set up including low-cost items that help productivity and organization. Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/09/15/ items-for-teaching-079 Original blog post: https://classtechtips.com/2020/08/16/learning-at-home/ Full list of items: http...

In this episode , I'll share five activity ideas to kick off your next video call with students or colleagues. You'll also hear about some favorite tools for building community and sparking conversations. Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/09/08/zoom-call-078 Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/

In this episode, I'll give you a preview of my Distance Learning Essentials: Quick Reference Guide from ASCD. You'll hear some tips, strategies and resources to make your distance teaching and learning efficient and effective. Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/09/01/ distance-learning-essentials-077 Distance Learning Essentials Quick Reference Guide: https://classtechtips.com/books/