Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

In this episode, world language teacher, Laura Boyd, joins to discuss how to get started with digital choice boards with students. If you're new to digital choice boards, Laura takes you through the steps of where to start. You'll also hear some of her favorite digital tools and extra resources to put digital choice boards into practice in the classroom. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/...

In this episode, I share a handful of quick YouTube tips to save you time on YouTube, including how to find, organize and share videos with students, colleagues and families. You'll also hear how to access my free download with a total of 13 YouTube tricks to explore that include screenshots for each tip. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/11/23/youtube-tips-139/   Follow Monica on Instagr...

In this EdTech Essentials Spotlight, I'll share tips on how to explore the world with virtual reality that come straight from my new book. You'll hear about how a virtual field trip can help students wonder, ask questions, and become curious about the world around them. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/11/16/virtual-field-trips-138/   Sponsored by Levered: https://www.levered.com/   Foll...

In this episode, educator, author, blogger and creator, Lisa Johnson joins to discuss using EdTech for calm, coping and creativity.  You'll hear some great strategies to consider around social emotional learning, executive functioning and life-long skill-building for students of all ages. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/11/09/calm-coping-creativity-137/   Sponsored by Levered: https://w...

In this episode, I'm joined by Fred Fransen, co-founder of Certell, to discuss the role of pop culture in online learning. You'll hear the what, why, and how of finding pop culture-friendly resources to share with students to make content relevant and authentic in your classroom. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/11/07/pop-culture-bonus/   Sponsored by Certell: https://certell.org   Follo...

In this episode, I'm joined by educator and author Dr. Sarah Thomas, to discuss the role of a regional tech coordinator. You'll also hear tips on professional learning and leadership opportunities for educators beyond the classroom. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/11/02/tech-coordinator-135/   Sponsored by Levered: https://www.levered.com/   Follow Sarah on Twitter: https://twitter.com/...

In this episode , I'll take you through three ways teachers can make the most of Pinterest this school year.   You'll also hear how this robust platform full of diverse resources for educators can totally transform your classroom. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/10/26/pinterest-135/   Sponsored by Levered: https://www.levered.com/   Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/...

In this episode, Mitch Slater, Co-Founder and CEO of Levered, joins to discuss competency-based instruction and the impact this model can have in blended learning classrooms. We'll unpack the term competency-based instruction and you'll hear examples of what this looks like in action. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/10/24/competency-based-bonus/   Sponsored by Levered: https://www.lever...

In this episode, ISTE author James Fester joins to discuss his new book about incorporating project-based learning in environmental education to solve real-world problems. You'll hear actionable tips you can try out right away along with interdisciplinary connections to environmental education throughout the school year. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/10/19/environmental-education-134/...

In this episode , EdTech leader and ISTE author Dr. Ashley McBride joins to discuss strategies for supporting teachers in the role of an EdTech coach. You'll also hear about some of the resources you can find in her book The EdTech Coach Primer. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/10/12/edtech-coach-133/   Sponsored by Teq: http://otispd.com/   Follow Dr. Ashley McBride on Twitter: https://...

In this episode, educators Kristin and Joe Merrill join to discuss their strategies for designing an interactive classroom for their students. You'll also hear how they incorporate their favorite Microsoft Education tools to create an interactive and supportive learning environment for all learners. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/10/10/interactive-classroom-bonus/   Sponsored by Micros...

In this episode, I'll share five tips about curation in the classroom inspired by Chapter 2 of my new book EdTech Essentials: The Top 10 Technology Strategies for All Learning Environments . Curation is all about picking the very best resources and this episode takes you through five things to consider next time you search for resources online. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/10/05/cura...

In this episode, ISTE author and California Teacher of the Year Jessica Pack joins me to discuss bringing moviemaking into any subject area with students at any grade level. You'll also hear some of Jessica's favorite strategies and creation tools along with the brain science of storytelling and social emotional benefits of moviemaking in the classroom! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/0...

In this episode, I'm joined by Joseph Sanfilippo, Director of eLearning at OTIS for Educators, to discuss how to identify the best EdTech tools for your school.  You'll hear Joseph share advice and recommendations for educators so they can make the most of the EdTech that is out there and available to them. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/09/26/best-edtech-tools-bonus/   Sponsored by Te...

In this episode, educator Amber Peterson joins me to discuss how to use technology to stay connected with families. You'll also hear about how to use digital tools to build a community and establish a sense of belonging for caregivers. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/09/21/stay-connected-130/ Sponsored by Kokomo24/7: https://www.kokomo247.com/  Learn more about Amber Peterson's work at...

In this EdTech Essentials Spotlight, I'll share tips on how to help students better navigate digital spaces that come straight from my new book. You'll hear about the role of student consumers, the different types of media students come across in digital spaces, and favorite resources to help students build skills as navigators. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/09/14/navigate-digital-spa...

In this episode, Rachel Fisher joins to discuss all things mobile EdTech and shares insights on what learning can look like when students can log in from anywhere. You'll also hear some useful research and information on using mobile devices and how Hello PLATO can address the digital divide in education. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/09/12/mobile-devices-bonus/   Sponsored by Hello P...

In this episode, educator and podcast enthusiast Jeff Glade joins to discuss ways to use podcasts in the classroom and how this practice can open the world to students of all ages. You'll also hear about a bunch of high-quality, student-friendly podcasts and activities you can try out right away. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/09/07/finding-podcasts-128/ Sponsored by Teq: http://otispd...

In this episode , ISTE author Kristin Harrington shares tech-friendly strategies to help make sure your next student project is authentic. Learn about her favorite EdTech tools for student projects and the importance of cultivating a "project mindset" as an educator. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/08/31/student-projects-127/   Sponsored by Microsoft Education: http://aka.ms/teamsPP   F...

In this episode, I'm joined by Devin Stone from Kokomo24/7 to discuss ways to use technology to promote health and safety in schools. You'll also hear Devin share tips, strategies and insight for managing health and safety protocols and initiatives using Kokomo 24/7 this school year. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/08/29/health-safety-bonus/   Sponsored by Kokomo24/7: https://www.kokomo...

In this episode, we'll take a walk through all ten chapters of my new book EdTech Essentials: The Top 10 Technology Strategies for All Learning Environments . You'll hear how the book came to be, and I'll tell you all the details for some special book bonus items for anyone who orders the book this fall! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/08/24/edtech-essentials-126   Sponsored by Microsof...

In this episode , Mandy Rice shares tips for saving time by flipping your classroom. If you've thought about trying out a flipped classroom model, Mandy gives tips for how to make it happen alongside her favorite tools for creating and sharing instructional videos. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/08/17/flipping-your-classroom-125/ Sponsored by Microsoft Education: http://aka.ms/teamsPP ...

In this episode , I share my journey with Clubhouse over the past seven months and what I've learned about this digital space. You'll hear how Clubhouse has impacted my own professional learning while providing a way to stay connected with fellow educators. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/08/10/clubhouse-124/   Sponsored by Microsoft Education: http://aka.ms/teamsPP   Follow Monica on I...

In this episode, Microsoft Education product manager Mike Tholfsen joins to share lots of updates to Assignments in Microsoft Teams. You'll hear what is new in this powerful tool, including social-emotional learning and formative assessment connections. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/08/08/microsoft-teams-assignments-bonus/   Sponsored by Microsoft Education: http://aka.ms/teamsPP   Fo...

In this episode , Dr. Samantha Fecich, educator, author, and podcast host joins me for a discussion around how best to support new teachers in today's diverse classrooms. You'll also hear some of her favorite versatile EdTech tools for any new teacher's tool belt. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/08/03/new-teachers-123/ Sponsored by Microsoft Education: http://aka.ms/teamsPP Follow Dr. S...