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In this episode, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) breaks down what life is like going through the Teacher Transition process. We talk with Stella Ikhnana to discuss how she made the transition and what life is really like when you do decide to leave the classroom and what does it really look like post transition.   We talk hard truths and realities of the transition process. &nbsp...

In this episode, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) breaks down the one quick win that districts and school can make to thwart the teacher crisis. These past few years have amplified the teacher crisis. There had always been a crack, but now there is a fault line and the earth is shaking. The teacher crisis won't be going away anytime soon. But there is one quick win that can be done immediat...

In this episode, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) breaks down one of her most asked questions-  What companies should I apply to?  How do I know if "x" company is good?  Leena breaks it all down for you in her raw and honest opinion.  Share with us how you know which companies are one's worth applying to? Which tip is your favorite?  Important Links/Resources: Glass...

Leena Marie Saleh [The Edtech Guru] is breaking down all that has happened since the start of 2022.  Here's what we are covering:  All About her new role at Canva Why she left CodeMonkey Overcoming Imposter syndrome How and why she got to where she is now+ some extra tips.  So tune in... turn it up, and let's get ready to disrupt education together.  Follow me:   Twitter:...

In this episode, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) breaks down all things that happened in 2021. She takes a closer look at the content she covered. The changes in the space and what is coming up for her this year.  So tune in, turn it up and let's do this!  Follow me: Twitter: www.twitter.com/leenamariesaleh Facebook: www.facebook.com/leenamariesaleh Instagram: www.instagram.com/l...

PBL = Problem Based Learning 💡 I am sure you have long heard of PBL but have not had an idea of how to truly implement into your classroom? Well with the new year brings new change. So what better time than the present to dip your toes in and begin?  But why PBL? PBL single-handedly can change the way our students learn, think and approach life. It's not putting a project together. It is mor...

In this episode, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) breaks down why teachers are leaving the classroom? What does it all boil down to? You will have to tune it to see. As she is spilling the TEA!  Important Links/Resources: The Knowledge Gap: The hidden cause of America's broken education system--and how to fix it: ( https://amzn.to/3IS9bNJ ) Teachers across America are fleeing in record...

In this episode, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) breaks down how shopping malls could be the way for the district to have innovation centers to transform learning.  Important Links/Resources: For some school districts, empty box stores convert into opportunities | K-12 Dive (https://bit.ly/3GK7XlP) Connect with us:  Twitter: www.twitter.com/leenamariesaleh Facebook: www.facebook....

In this episode, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) breaks down the Edtech Buying powerhouse BYJU and what their latest venture is. Not only have they been buying up companies like it's their "job" but they have a plan.   What do you think about all the movement happening in Edtech? Do think BYJU is a force to be reckoned with?   (Disclaimer: The Edtech Guru's opinions are...

In this episode, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) breaks down here favorite podcasts and books for the 2021 season that you need in your life right now. All links to the podcast are included below. I also include a list of my continuous favorites below. Top 5 Podcast + Books: The Humming Bird Stories ( https://bit.ly/3BraM8h ) The Creative Classrooms ( https://bit.ly/3vZB6VH ) What School C...

In this episode, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) breaks down the real truth about the job hunting process and what you need to really be thinking about. It's tough, but listen in for the tried and true tips that will go beyond the job. Resources: 20 Dazzling Job Searching Statistics [2021 Edition] - https://bit.ly/2Z5Lz5S Follow me: Twitter: www.twitter.com/leenamariesaleh Facebook: www.fa...

In this episode, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) breaks down the power of YouTube. YouTube is a vastly underrated tool in the Edtech space. YouTube "receives more than 2 billion logged-in users per month and feeds over 1 billion hours of video each day to users (that’s right, a billion)'. ( https://bit.ly/3Db1tuh ). That's a huge amount of visitors that could be  'happening' upon your...

In this episode, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) breaks down the important aspects that are needed to make your brand thrive not only through social media as referenced here ( https://bit.ly/3hPLgCy ) but YOUR website is the first opportunity to show what your brand is and what it represents. Your brand should have a clear message to tell the user why they want and need your product. Thing...

In this episode, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) breaks down how we can best support educators and staff for the 21-22 school year. BUZZ- BUZZ- BUZZ-- Innovation is that you?!  Innovation has been rearing it head in the shadows for so long but is now front facing on standing on home plate ready to take a swing. What better time to break it all down than Back to School!   So....

Episode 42  In this series, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) will cover many components for those growing startups on how to growth hack. Edtech companies just like education can be slow to grow. But that is it? Do you patiently wait for your product to grow? Or can you do more?    Leena dives into what you can do to begin building brand awareness. This episode focuses specif...

In this Episode, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) dives into to what she has been up to and why she has been MIA.Leena has some life updates to share not only that, but she shares what this life journey has taught her about education and why her eyes are open more than ever.    About The Edtech Guru: Leena Marie Saleh aka The Edtech Guru has spent well over a decade helping to dri...

Episode 41 In this episode, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) dives into the ways that industry are stepping up to the plate. Local Governmental agencies are offering summer internships for students that expose them to real-world application, thorough hands on real life experience. We will be seeing more and more of this as our world goes round. This is a great way to expose students to what...

Episode 40 The number one question or chat message that we receive on LinkedIn is...How did you manage to get out of the classroom? As educators, we have so many skills sets, but the number ONE we aren't sure how to navigate is the Job Market. It is way outside the bounds of what we are used to. But have NO fear. The Edtech Guru is here to help. Follow along on this FIVE part journey as The Edtech...

Episode 39 The number one question or chat message that we receive on LinkedIn is...How did you manage to get out of the classroom? As educators, we have so many skills sets, but the number ONE we aren't sure how to navigate is the Job Market. It is way outside the bounds of what we are used to. But have NO fear. The Edtech Guru is here to help. Follow along on this FIVE part journey as The Edtech...

Episode 38 The number one question or chat message that we receive on LinkedIn is...How did you manage to get out of the classroom? In part 3 of this five part series, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) focuses on: Where do I apply for jobs? How to redo your resume? Where is the best place to network? As educators, we have so many skills sets, but the number ONE we aren't sure how to navigate...

Episode 37 (Part 2 of 5) The number one question or chat message I receive on LinkedIn is...How did you manage to get out of the classroom?   In part 2 of these five part series, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) focuses on how do I know which job is suitable for me. What should you focus on and what skills will I need?   As educators, we have so many skills sets, but the number ON...

Episode 36 In this episode, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) dives into the desperate changes that need to take place in professional development practices in the education space. Leena dissects what it has looked like and issues a plan for what Admins can do to make professional development easier, more meaningful and in turn will lift our teachers.    Our teachers need it. ...

Episode 35   The number one question or chat message I receive on LinkedIn is....How did you manage to get out of the classroom?    As educators, we have so many skills sets, but the number ONE that we lack are how the job market works outside our bubble. But have NO fear. The Edtech Guru is here to help.    In part 1 we explore all the jobs that are out there in the field...

Episode 22 In this Episode, Leena Marie Saleh AKA- The Edtech Guru) brings up the hottest topic of 2020. What is that, you may ask? Plain and simple: 'Teacher Shortage'.  Teacher Shortage is at an all-time high and if we are speaking honestly, there is no end in sight for this. There are many factors that come into play (hint: click to learn why). With all that in mind, we should be asking ou...

Episode 21  In this Episode, Leena Marie Saleh aka The Edtech Guru discusses how  Los Angeles Unified School District's Director of Instructional Technology Sophia Mendoza is leading a new way of Professional Development Change.  Will this change soon be adopted at other districts too?  Resources Used: 3 ways professional development is addressing the 'sharp learning curve' of...