Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

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/  

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...