Unpacking Education & Tech Talk For Teachers

In today’s episode, we'll explore Checkology , the free virtual classroom that teaches students about news literacy. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In today’s episode, we'll review the 12 suggested action step for effectively adopting AI into our schools as outlined in The Center for Universal Education at Brookings' study " A New Direction for Students in an AI World: Prosper, Prepare, Protect ." 

In this episode of Unpacking Education, Mike Rahn, an English and AVID Elective teacher at Elk River High School in Minnesota, shares his journey from aspiring lawyer to passionate educator and explains how discovering AVID transformed his teaching and his sense of purpose.  You’ll hear how relationships and high academic standards work hand in hand in Mike's classroom, why critical reading a...

In today’s episode, we'll review the potential risks of AI in education as outlined in The Center for Universal Education at Brookings' study " A New Direction for Students in an AI World: Prosper, Prepare, Protect ." Visit AVID Open Access to learn more. 

In today’s episode, we'll review the potential benefits of AI in education as outlined in The Center for Universal Education at Brookings' study " A New Direction for Students in an AI World: Prosper, Prepare, Protect ." Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In today’s episode, we'll review an overview of The Center for Universal Education at Brookings' study titled, " A New Direction for Students in an AI World: Prosper, Prepare, Protect ." Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In today’s episode, we'll explore the features and functionality of Writing Coach , Khan Academy's new collaboration with Google Gemini. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

Growth often begins with a simple question: What can I do better? For Courtney Shearer, the answer was tracking engagement, not just understanding. This insight led her to transform her classroom through diagnostic teaching—collecting real-time data, implementing reflection routines, and shifting ownership of learning to her students. “I wanted to know that students were being heard, being challen...

In today’s episode, we'll explore how vibe coding can be used in the K–12 classroom to help students develop critical thinking skills. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, Anthony Asé, a veteran Algebra and Physics teacher from Lindbergh High School in Renton, Washington, shares how he uses trust, relevance, and creativity to shift student perspectives on math. With over two decades of experience and a passion for working with youth, Anthony brings thoughtful insight into how math classrooms can become spaces of empowerment and growth. Anthony discu...

In today’s episode, we'll explore how EnlightenAI can assist in evaluating student writing and providing valuable formative feedback. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, we’re joined by Christina Hay, an experienced student support advocate, mentor, and community leader, who brings over a decade of experience in education and youth outreach. Christina shares compelling insights into the challenges and opportunities of working with students both in schools and in community-based settings. When it comes to supporting students, Christina Hay believes...

In today’s episode, we'll explore online resources that you can access to stay current with educational technology trends, tools, and integration strategies. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

Transitioning to high school is more than just moving up a grade. It’s a full developmental leap. At the heart of this episode is the theme of managing transitions , and our guest, Ann Bucher, brings her unique perspective as both a new high school teacher and a veteran middle school educator. She reflects candidly on the challenges her freshmen face, from learning how to manage time and meet dead...

In today’s episode, we'll explore OpenAI's Teen AI Literacy Blueprint , which outlines a five-step approach to preparing teens with the skills they'll need for an AI-infused world. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode of Unpacking Education, we’re joined by Dr. Jessica Djabrayan Hannigan and Dr. John Hannigan—educators, authors, and national consultants—for a powerful conversation on shifting from reactive discipline to proactive behavioral support. Drawing from their experience and research-based frameworks, Jess and John challenge common misconceptions around student misbehavior and unpack how...

In today's episode, we'll explore EduGems , a free collection of premade AI Gems for K-12 Education offered by Eric Curts. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

Can artificial intelligence be more than just a time-saver in the classroom? In this episode, education leader and author Becky Keene shares how AI can be a transformative force in K–12 education. Drawing from her book AI Optimism , Becky offers practical frameworks and powerful ideas that move beyond efficiency toward redefining what and how we teach. From classroom-tested strategies to thought-p...

In today’s episode, we'll review deep research results that include 3 teacher strategies and 7 student-facing practices for effectively using generative AI in K-12 Education. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode of Unpacking Education, we sit down with Danielle Reyes—a dynamic AVID Elective educator, instructional coach, and tech-empowered leader  in the Poway Unified School District —to explore how AI is reshaping classroom practices and professional development. As a member of her district's AI Innovators Cohort, Danielle brings firsthand experience with tools and strategies that su...

In today’s episode, we'll explore the features and functionality of Chat GPT's Deep Research and compare it to Google's Gemini Deep Research . Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.