Unpacking Education & Tech Talk For Teachers

Kiki Prottsman, Director of Education for Microsoft MakeCode , joins us to talk about CSEdWeek . Taking place December 9–15 this year, CSEdWeek is an annual opportunity to promote computer science (CS) education in our schools. Throughout the episode, Kiki offers both the rationale behind the event as well as insights and strategies that teachers can use to meaningfully bring computer science into...

In today’s episode, I'll share four websites full of resources you can use for CS Ed Week, which runs December 9-15, 2024. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, our hosts give thanks for all the unsung heroes in our schools, the people who work tirelessly every day to keep things running smoothly. Even though these people may not get the recognition they deserve, they are vital to the success and daily operations of our schools. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, we want to thank you for all you do. You make a difference. Visit AVID Open Acce...

In today’s episode, we'll explore three digital tools that you can use to effectively and efficiently create thank you cards and messages. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, Danielle Eisenberg, Chief of Assessment Design and Integration at ETS, joins us to discuss the future of assessment. She talks in depth about The Skills for the Future Initiative, a joint undertaking between ETS and The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. These two well-known leaders in assessment are collaborating to create improved methods of documenting and ass...

Explore two generative AI tools that allow you to create music tracks from text prompts. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, Ben Solomon joins us to discuss an exciting project focused on sharing stories from teachers who are supporting students with disabilities and learning differences in the area of career education and development. This project was made possible by the Educating All Learners Alliance who hosted a Community of Action that resulted in the funding of two projects. One of the projects s...

In today’s episode, we'll explore three powerful updates to Google's NotebookLM, a free AI powered digital notebook. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, well-known instructional technology expert, Eric Curts helps us unpack the power of technology in the classroom. Specifically, we dig into generative AI and how it can be used in K-12 classrooms. Eric shares specific examples of AI tools you can try as well as practical classroom activities that can make a real impact with your students. He shares ideas for those new to AI as well...

In today’s episode, we'll explore QuillBot , a writing assistant that works across apps and websites while leveraging the power of AI to help you write, edit, and revise. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, Eric Sheninger and Nicki Slaugh share insights from their new book Personalize: Meeting the Needs of All Learners . They discuss a wide range of perspectives on personalized learning, including why they are proponents of this approach, strategies for achieving personalization, and what it looks like in practice. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In today’s episode, we'll explore ways for you to use technology to support student work with projects that are primarily offline. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, Dr. Federica Fornaciari, a professor in the Strategic Communication programs at National University , helps us unpack the topic of media literacy. She outlines the current state of misinformation and disinformation as well as strategies for discerning fact from untruth. As technology evolves, the skill set necessary to be media literate continues to become more complicated and req...

In today’s episode, we'll explore online resources that you can use to teach your students news and media literacy skills for election season and life in general. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, we discuss how to best support new teachers and staff. From formal onboarding procedures to informal interactions, we reflect on our own experiences, what was helpful, and how we’ve seen colleagues supported as they enter new roles in the teaching profession.  Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In today’s episode, we'll explore the third and final section of the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Guidelines : Design Multiple Means of Action and Expression. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, Jennifer Gonzalez, the editor in chief of The Cult of Pedagogy , joins us to talk about effective tech integration in the classroom. She shares tips and best practices as well as an overview of the popular resource she’s developed called The Teacher’s Guide to Tech .  Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In today’s episode, we'll explore the first section of the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Guidelines : Design Multiple Means of Representation . Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, Dr. Aditya Nagrath joins us to talk about math anxiety. He discusses themes and strategies from his book, Treating Mathematics Anxiety , as well as an overview of a software program he has developed called Elephant Learning. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In today’s episode, we'll explore the first section of the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Guidelines : Design Multiple Means of Engagement . Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In today’s episode, we'll explore the newly released version 3.0 of the Universal Design for Learning Guidelines from CAST. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, we are joined by Eric Anderson, a Licensed K-12 School Counselor and the Family and Community Engagement Coordinator at Stillwater Public Schools. Eric shares his district’s innovative approach to both summer school, which they call their Summer Success Program, and their unique grow your own teachers program which elevates students and introduces them to possible careers in the t...

In today’s episode, we'll explore how you can use the resources at AVID Open Access to design professional learning experiences. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, we are joined by Gina Gamnis, Executive Director for AVID Center in the Upper Midwest Area. Gina shares her insights into the skills that students need to be future-ready as well as proven classroom strategies for enabling students to develop those skills. She shares practices from AVID classrooms that can be used in any classroom, and she introduces listeners to the AVID Certifie...

In today’s episode, we'll review 13 digital icebreaker strategies for the K–12 classroom. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.