The Make Learning Magical Podcast

In this episode I chat with Darcy Baakegard, an innovative professional development & tech integration coach with a fascinating background teaching theater, dance, and English internationally. She is also a soon to be published co-author of, The Startup Teacher Playbook. I loved our conversation about interactive teaching strategies, this time of rapid change, and professional development strategi...

In this episode, I chat with Rachelle Dene Poth about productivity hacks, her journey into education, strategies for effective remote and hybrid learning, and more! Rachelle Dene-Poth is a Spanish and STEM teacher at a Junior/Senior high school in Oakmont, PA. She is also an attorney, instructional technology expert, international speaker, ISTE certified educator, blog writer, podcaster, and autho...

In this episode I chat with educator, Ryan Read. Ryan is an incredible business & tech teacher, podcaster, and innovator from Illinois who is always pushing the boundaries of what is possible to create magical learning experiences for students. I loved our convo about podcasting, gamification, Perler bead creations, and more! Connect with Ryan: The Pixel Classroom Podcast Dice UP the Classroom Blo...

In this episode, I chat with Michael Matera. Michael is an extraordinary teacher, gamification guru, author of the book, Explore Like a Pirate, podcaster, game designer, and one of the most innovative educators I know. You will love this episode where we talk about joyful learning through gamification. You will come away inspired and full of ideas to try in your own EDUsetting! Connect with Michae...

In this episode I chat about the science of gratitude with Mandy Froehlich. Mandy is the author of The Fire Within,  Divergent EDU, Reignite the Flames & most recently, The Educator’s Matchbook. She has vast experience as an elementary teacher, a tech integrator, a district administrator, and is currently an Educational Consultant sharing her expertise in the effective use of technology to support...

In this episode, Tara Martin and I launch Gratitudesnaps 2020! Tara shares the story of how the #Gratitudesnaps movement got started, the science behind gratitude, how to join in this year's Gratitudesnaps challenge, and how to create your own Gratitudesnaps challenge in your school or classroom.  Tara Martin is an enthusiastic educator, administrator, author, international speaker, author of...

As seen on Forbes.com, Schoology Exchange, District Administration, EdSurge, iNACOL, and TechEdge magazine, Will Deyamport, III, Ed. D. is an entrepreneurial educator who specializes in assisting educators in going digital. Dr. Will, as he is better known as, is a podcaster, writer, documentary filmmaker, and District Instructional Technologist for Hattiesburg Public School District. Dr. Will is t...

In this episode, Dave Burgess shares: The story of how #TLAP chat came into being Navigating uncharted waters: disruption, courage & the spirit of innovation Overwhelm, stress, and the importance of self-care Powerful parallels between education and an octopus Taste testing books Finding and playing your drum Amplifying others and the spirit of reciprocity What's new on the horizon at DBC Dave...

In this episode I chat with my dear friend, Rodney Turner. I loved our conversation about the significant part he's made in my own education journey, the power of connection, strategies for recharging, the future of education, and more!! You will LOVE what Rodney has to share!! Rodney Turner is a Father |Explorer |Connector |Blogger |Podcaster |Project Manager at #ClassLink. He has worn many hats...

In this episode I chat with amazing elementary teacher, Teresa Haley. Teresa's joy and enthusiasm is infectious! I loved chatting with her about her experience as a contestant on the TV game show "Let's Make a Deal", her Over the TOP teaching philosophy, and how she's navigated teaching during COVID19. This conversation will inspire and fill you with joy!  Connect with Teresa: Twitter: @Teach...

In this episode I chat with the incredible, Sarah Thomas! Sarah is a Regional Technology Coordinator in Maryland.  She is also a Google Certified Innovator, Google Education Trainer, and the founder of the EduMatch movement, a project that empowers educators to make global connections across common areas of interest. She also founded Edumatch publishing, a fast-growing educational publishing...

In this episode I chat with the incredible, Matt Miller! Matt is a teacher, blogger, and author of four incredible books: Ditch That Textbook, Ditch That Homework, Don’t Ditch That Tech, and the brand new release, Tech Like a Pirate. We had a wonderful conversation about his new book, navigating remote learning, reimagining learning beyond COVID19, and so much more! You are going to learn so much...

In this episode I chat with Snehal Bhakta, an incredible CTE administrator in Clark County, Nevada; the 5th largest district in the United States. I loved our conversation about the importance of connection, providing meaningful experiences for students, equity, coding, STEM, and hope for the future of education! You will be so inspired by Snehal's enthusiasm, perspective, and positive, innovative...

In this episode I chat with Ben Garcia, an Educational Coordinator for Southern Oregon Public Television and a middle school PBS Newshour Student Reporting Labs teacher. I loved hearing his journey into education, how he helping to develop a PBS Newshour/Student Reporting Labs program, his work creating television episodes for our district's Anywhere Learning Plan, and more! So much inspiration in...

In this episode I chat with an innovative Family and Consumer Science educator from New York. I loved her ideas, perspective, and honesty as she shares the reality of teaching project based learning from home while balancing her role as mom to a 4 year old. You will so appreciate all she has to share.  Connect with Elissa: FACS PLC Website Twitter: @ElissaRose7

In this episode I chat with a good friend and incredible CTE Department Lead and STEM teacher, Scott Raedeke. Scott is shares his journey into education, his experience designing a popular board game Cranium, Design Thinking, Code.org, Code Academy, Unity, online certifications, education after COVID19, and more! Loved our convo so much! Connect with Scott: scott.raedeke@gmail.com  As referenced i...

In this episode I chat with high school Career & Technical educator, Jesse Holcomb, about his incredible manufacturing program, his experience manufacturing parts for Disney, how he's navigating remote learning, and more! He even made me tear up as he shared what he misses most about classroom teaching. You'll love this episode! Connect with Jesse: jesse.holcomb@medford.k12.or.us

In this episode I chat with innovative Family and Consumer Science Teacher, Barbara Scully about her educational journey and how she's navigating project-based learning in a remote learning environment. Learn how she's using  Flipgrid, Canva, and other digital tools to connect and create meaningful learning for her students. Connect with Barbara: Listen to her new podcast series: ConnectFCSed.com...

In this episode I chat with Sheri Smith, an amazing high school Pathways to Pre-Education teacher from Southern Oregon.  We had a fabulous conversation about the incredible program she designed, how she's empowering her students during our time of remote learning, and the hopeful future of education. You will be so inspired by all she has to share!  Connect with Sheri: sheri.smith@medford.12.or.us...

In this episode I chat with Family and Consumer Science teacher, Chris Peters. I loved chatting with her about how she is navigating remote learning in her project based classes. I was touched by her honesty, perspective and courage to step out of her comfort zone to connect with her students and provide meaningful, relevant learning from a distance. 

In this episode, I chat with joyful educator, Sasha Roble. Sasha is incredibly innovative and her enthusiasm is contagious. You will love her ideas for connecting and creating incredible learning experiences for students while teaching remotely. Connect with Sasha: Twitter: @sroble62 Instagram & Facebook: @cdramsfcs

In this episode I chat with, Justin Eager, an incredible high school construction technology teacher from Southern Oregon. Hear his story of building his CTE program from the ground up and transitioning to teaching from a career in the plumbing industry. You will be so inspired by his perspective on teaching, remote learning, and the ways he is connecting with his students during this pandemic.  C...

In this episode I chat with innovative educator, Julie Rice, about how she is navigating remote learning in her family and consumer science classes. She shares her favorite ways to connect with her students from a distance, her most magical COVID19 moments and more. You will love hearing Julie's story and you will be definitely come away with ideas to bring into your virtual classroom.  Connect wi...

In this episode I chat with Phil Cropper, an extraordinary career and technical educator, chef, and business owner from Maryland. Phil's passion for teaching is inspiring and he has great ideas for navigating teaching and learning remotely and creating magical learning experiences for students! You will be so inspired by his positive perspective and enthusiasm for teaching. Connect with Phil: Yout...

In this first episode of our special series, PBL in a Pandemic, I chat with Lauren Compton; a fabulous Family and Consumer Science Teacher from Missouri. She shares so many innovative ideas for connecting with students and creating incredible learning experiences remotely. Get ready to be inspired! Connect with Lauren on instagram @facswithdrc