Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

In this episode, Samsung Education's Dee Lanier and Rachel Swanson join for an exciting conversation about the power of community in the education space. You'll hear how online communities can complement or even replace traditional in-person communities. We'll explore tips for how to find educator communities, what to look for, and how to make the most of these spaces for educators. Show notes: ht...

In this episode, I share tips on how to strike a balance with keeping families informed about what is happening in their child's classroom so no one feels overwhelmed. You'll also hear how to optimize the process of sharing student work with families using time-saving strategies and digital tools to maximize your time and energy throughout the school year! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/202...

In this episode, Education Consultant Leticia Barr joins for a conversation all about empowering kids to say yes to a healthy lifestyle and no to underage drinking. April is Alcohol Responsibility Month and you'll hear about engaging digital resources that teach students the impact of alcohol on the developing brain while incorporating social-emotional learning in lessons, games, and activities. S...

In today's episode, Instructional Technology Facilitator Ainsley Hill joins for a conversation about the fantastic ways she helps teachers incorporate EdTech into engaging projects for students. You'll also hear about a variety of project ideas, digital tool recommendations, and inspiration to take back to your work with students or supporting classroom teachers. Show notes: https://classtechtips....

In this episode, Executive Director at CMA Foundation Tiffany Kerns joins for an exciting conversation about how country music can bring STEAM education to life for students. Whether you're a big fan of country music or just curious about the connection to STEAM, you don't want to miss their free resources for educators, students, and families. You'll also hear about a special virtual field trip y...

In today's episode, we will explore how teachers can guide their students through the process of creating video essays. You'll hear some of my favorite movie-making tools for students, plus how to access my free graphic organizers you can use to plan for your next video essay project. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/03/14/video-essays-206/   Sponsored by my new webinar on ChatGPT: https...

In this episode, you'll hear four simple steps to set the stage for your students to collaborate effectively in online spaces. You'll also learn about how to create a collaborative culture as students work together using digital tools for consumption, creation, and conversations. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/03/07/collaborative-culture-205/   Sponsored by my new webinar on ChatGPT: h...

In this episode, Education Manager at Pressto, Emily Donnelly joins to discuss the impact of AI on traditional writing instruction. You'll also hear how artificial intelligence can help teachers support students in every stage of the writing process to engage, motivate, and build essential skills. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/03/05/impact-of-ai-bonus/   Sponsored by Pressto:  https:/...

Have you ever considered starting a podcast? In this episode, Educational Technology Specialist and podcaster, Gabriel Carrillo joins for an exciting discussion about starting a teacher podcast. You'll hear tips about what goes into creating a podcast, what to consider if you're making a podcast for teachers, and even podcasting with students! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/02/28/teach...

In this episode, Cherian Thomas of BYJU'S joins to discuss the innovative ways that EdTech can provide students with personalized learning experiences. You'll also hear home-school connections for the award-winning Osmo to make learning fun for kids throughout the day, both inside and outside of the classroom. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/02/26/personalized-learning-bonus/   Sponsore...

In this episode, Media Specialist, Lauren Mobley, joins for a chat about her role in education and how teachers and media specialists can collaborate to promote a love of reading using EdTech.  You'll also hear about some of her favorite digital resources and tools to support students as they build vital skills like digital citizenship, and navigating digital spaces. Show notes: https://classtecht...

How do you share resources with students? In this  episode, we'll focus on what happens after you find the very best resources to share with students. You'll also hear about nine digital tools to help educators build a resource collection for students. So whether you have ten great resources on endangered species to share with your fourth graders or a dozen tutorial videos to share with your eleve...

Can teachers use the popular AI tool ChatGPT to save time? In this episode, I share seven ways you can start using ChatGPT tomorrow to save time completing your daily tasks inside and outside of the classroom. If you're looking for ways to use this innovative technology to accelerate your workflow and work smarter, not harder, this episode is for you! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/02/...

In this episode, I chat with Shuang Ji, CEO of Deledao, about how innovative technology in schools can help K-12 students master digital self-regulation to improve learning and increase productivity.  You'll also hear how to use artificial intelligence to block digital distractions, manage digital learning environments, and help students and teachers maximize their time in the classroom. Show note...

In this episode, Katharine Hsu, educator and founder of All the Write Colors, joins for a conversation about how teachers can adapt writing activities to meet the needs and interests of their students. You'll also hear plenty of creative, flexible, and diverse strategies to motivate and celebrate writers of all skill levels with and without digital tools. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023...

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Martin Saunders, CEO of EdShed, along with Maggie Moosvi, Curriculum Director of EdShed, to hear from these former educators about the science of reading and the exciting ways technology can support effective spelling instruction in the classroom. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/01/29/spelling-technology-bonus/   Sponsored by EdShed : https://www.spell...

In this episode, educator and author Carrie Rogers-Whitehead joins to discuss the meaning of digital citizenship, including how to embed this practice across diverse learning environments and subject areas. You'll hear how her book Deepening Digital Citizenship, with co-author Dr. Vanessa Monterosa, promotes equitable access to all students and guides the process of crafting inclusive policies to...

In this episode, we dive into how introducing keyboard shortcuts to students is actually teaching a "lifelong" tech skill. Plus I share tips and resources to help any teacher get started. If you want to ensure that your students have skills they can use to navigate digital spaces efficiently, this episode is for you! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/01/17/keyboarding-shortcuts-198   Spon...

In this episode, Scott Gill, CEO of Trafera, joins to chat about 2023 EdTech trends and insights, including how to support positive outcomes for students through technology. You'll also hear issues educators should consider like what's next in terms of technology adoption in districts, the implications of artificial intelligence in education, and more! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/01...

In this episode, 2022 Hawaiʻi State Teacher of the Year Whitney Aragaki joins to unpack the term place-based instruction and delve into how to put this important pedagogy into action with students. You'll hear about activity ideas and resources to get started with place-based instruction plus opportunities for integrating EdTech to make this happen! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/01/10...

In this episode, Karol Górnowicz, CEO of Skriware, joins to discuss the importance of introducing STEAM education in K-12 learning environments. You'll also hear how Skriware prepares kids to develop the 21st century skills needed for a future job market, including vocational education. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/01/08/vocational-education-bonus/   Sponsored by Skriware: https://ac...

In this episode, I share tips for tackling the often daunting task of student online searches with actionable teaching strategies you can start using right away! You'll also hear about skill-building activities to set up students for success when independently navigating online spaces in their own research. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2023/01/03/searching-strategies-196/   Sponsored by m...

In this episode, I spotlight a section of my book, EdTech Essentials , all about different strategies for tech-friendly discussions that promote collaboration in your classroom. You'll also hear about plenty of digital tools you and your students can use for discussions in real-time or with a delay, using text, video, and more! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/12/27/promote-collaboration...

How do you use video with students? In this episode, I spotlight a section of my book, EdTech Essentials , all about considerations for any educator helping students foster classroom connections over video while hosting a guest expert. You'll also hear how video calls with a guest expert can provide a way for students to connect with people who add value to their learning experience without having...

In this episode, we'll tackle the often overwhelming process of curating "just right" resources for students. You'll also hear tips for collecting content in one place to make it easier to get into the hands of students. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/12/13/content-for-students-193/   Sponsored by Monica's Planner Pages: http://classtechtips.com/planner     Follow Monica on Instagram:...