Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

In this episode I'm joined by ASCD Emerging Leader Tammy Musiowsky to talk about ways to boost productivity this school year. You'll also hear about her favorite strategies and EdTech tools to help you stay organized, focused, and efficient. Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/08/25/boost-productivity-076 Tammy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tmus_ed  

In this episode, we explore what it really means to be a creative educator. You'll hear from Rebecca Hare, author and Adobe Education Leader, and her perspective, tips, and strategies on how every teacher can be a creative educator. Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/08/18/creative-educator-075 Adobe Creative Educator Program: https://edex.adobe.com/adobe-creative-educator FREE Spark Video...

In this episode, we look at the role of technology in environmental education. You'll hear from educator Tina Wong as she shares project ideas, resources and plenty of tips for any educator looking to explore the world with their students and make the most of digital tools. Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/08/11/environmental-education-074 Find Tina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/i...

In this episode, we'll explore best practices for how to create instructional videos, including planning, filming, and sharing. You'll hear about the free and fantastic Flipgrid Shorts tool for creating explainer videos for students. It's perfect for blended, hybrid, and remote learning. Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/08/04/instructional-videos-flipgrid-073/

In this episode, we're going to look at five ways that you can take action after listening to a podcast. You'll also hear tips for sharing your takeaways, letting colleagues know about what you've learned, and even building a community around a listening experience. Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/07/28/istening-to-a-podcast-072/ Easy EdTech Club: https://classtechtips.com/club/

In this episode, I'll take you on a behind the scenes look at my Easy EdTech Club, a space to access special resources to support the work you do as an educator. You'll also hear how the Easy EdTech Club can help you save time, help you stay focused, and bring ideas into your classroom. Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/07/21/easy-edtech-club-071/ Easy EdTech Club: https://classtechtips.co...

In this episode, I'll share ten of my favorite tech tools and ways that you can use them to support other educators, connect with families, or lead your own classroom. You'll also hear how these tools can boost productivity and efficiency in the work you do. Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/07/14/tools-for-coaches-070 Club waitlist: https://classtechtips.com/club/

In this episode , you'll hear five tips for sharing online resources with families. You'll also learn the steps to take when you find a great resource and want to get it in the hands of your school community.  Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/07/07/sharing-online-learning-resources-069/ ASCD YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dD61sFURZB8&list=PLQwgrTZB6wa_u8B546q5YryupMPmtBSSr

In this episode, I'll highlight seven creative summer project ideas using the open-ended creation tool Adobe Spark. You'll hear how to access and use the free Adobe Spark tools for student and teacher creations. We'll look at ideas for teacher creators and student projects you can tailor to different grade levels and subject areas. Show notes >> https://classtechtips.com/2020/06/30/ summer-project...

In this episode, we'll explore how to infuse art into your STEM curriculum. ISTE author Tim Needles shares his experience with designing creative learning experiences for students. You'll also hear his recommendations for cross-curricular connections and favorite EdTech tools. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/06/23/stem-curriculum-067

In this episode, you'll hear from Jorge Valenzuela as he shares the what, why and how of computational thinking in classrooms. Jorge describes how to use the foundations of computational thinking in any subject area. We'll talk about our favorite EdTech tools and strategies, and Jorge shares his book Rev Up Robotics. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/06/16/ computational-thinking-066

In this episode, I share eight augmented reality apps that students and families can use at home. On this list of AR apps, I share resources for different subject areas, age groups and devices. You'll also hear about strategies for introducing these apps to families and students. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/06/09/ar-apps-065/ Free resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff/

In this episode, I talk with ISTE author Rachelle Dene Poth about collaboration in remote learning environments. She shares strategies for supporting students working in teams when they aren't side-by-side but working from home instead. You'll also hear about her favorite technology tools and tips for remote learning. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/05/26/collaboration-remote-learning-0...

In this episode, we'll take a look at a leadership perspective on remote learning. Eric Sheninger, author of Digital Leadership shares recommendations for school leaders tackling the challenges of supporting students, teachers and families, learning and working at home. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/05/19/ remote-learning-leadership-063 /

In this episode, you'll hear about one of my favorite productivity tools Google Keep and how to use it for your own organization as well as with students. Learn about seven reasons this tool is a must-have in your tool belt with my favorite Google Keep tips. Show notes - https://classtechtips.com/2020/05/12/ google-keep-062 /

In this episode, I share strategies for hosting asynchronous book clubs in digital spaces and tips for using Flipgrid. You'll hear strategies for using Flipgrid for book clubs with students and how you can use this strategy with your colleagues for remote professional development. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/05/05/ flipgrid-for-book-clubs-061 /   Tasks Before Apps study guide Tasks...

In this episode, you'll hear from a coach who works with coaches. Martine Brown shares her tips for coaches working to support teachers with remote learning. You'll also hear about Martine's book for tech integration coaching and tips you can try out right away. Show notes - https://classtechtips.com/2020/04/28/ tips-for-coaches-060 / Martine's book - 21 Lessons of Tech Integration Coaching Martin...

In this episode , I share my new quick reference guide full of classroom technology tips. You'll also hear about five EdTech essentials and strategies that work for classroom learning and learning outside of the classroom. My Quick Reference Guide: https://classtechtips.com/books/ Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/04/21/classroom-technology-tips-059   My new webinar: https://register.gotow...

In this episode , Tanya Avrith and Holly Clark share tips for creating an infused classroom while teaching remotely. They share strategies for using Microsoft Education's tools, integrations with other EdTech favorites, and stories from their experience supporting educators with distance learning. The Microsoft Infused Classroom: A Guidebook to Making Thinking Visible and Amplifying Student Voice...

In this episode , Jose Vilson shares how he uses Instagram Live to teach math lessons and connect with his students. You'll also hear tips for trying out this strategy and the benefits for building community during remote learning. Follow his IG account -> https://www.instagram.com/thejosevilson/ Resources from this episode -> https://classtechtips.com/2020/04/07/ instagram-live-057

In this episode , I share tips for picking the best resources for families and organizing them so they are easy to share. You'll also hear about three tools to make this happen and quick steps to follow! Podcast show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/03/31/resources-for-families-056/

In this episode, you'll learn about ways to use Google Docs as a teacher, even if your school doesn't use Google Classroom. You'll also hear about three strategies you can tailor to different subject areas and groups of students this school year! Show notes -- https://classtechtips.com/2020/03/24/ google-docs-055 /

In this episode, I'll share a few of my favorite online learning tools that you may want to recommend to families. If your students will be out of school for closures, these free tools are ones parents can easily access on a smartphone, tablet, or computer. Show notes & transcript: https://classtechtips.com/2020/03/17/ recommend-to-families-054 /

This is a bonus episode with recommendations for new online learning initiatives and definitely different than what I typically put out. If you are a regular listener of the podcast, you know that i put out new episodes every Tuesday morning with strategies and EdTech tips for helping make EdTech easier in the classroom. TRANSCRIPT: https://classtechtips.com/2020/03/15/online-learning-initiatives/

In this episode, you'll learn about a strategy that lets you keep track of your professional goals by creating an easy-to-update website. You'll also hear some tips for narrowing in on which goals to focus on this school year.