Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

In this episode, I share my new quick reference guide full of classroom technology tips. You’ll also hear about five EdTech essentials and strategies that work for classroom learning and learning outside of the classroom. My Quick Reference Guide: https://classtechtips.com/books/ Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/04/21/classroom-technology-tips-059  My new webinar: https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/2336796866848666124

In this episode, Tanya Avrith and Holly Clark share tips for creating an infused classroom while teaching remotely. They share strategies for using Microsoft Education’s tools, integrations with other EdTech favorites, and stories from their experience supporting educators with distance learning. Featuring: The Microsoft Infused Classroom Twitter: @TanyaAvrith @HollyClarkEdu Full show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/04/14/infused-classroom-058

In this episode, Jose Vilson shares how he uses Instagram Live to teach math lessons and connect with his students. You’ll also hear tips for trying out this strategy and the benefits for building community during remote learning. Follow his IG account -> https://www.instagram.com/thejosevilson/ Resources from this episode -> https://classtechtips.com/2020/04/07/instagram-live-057

In this episode, I share tips for picking the best resources for families and organizing them so they are easy to share. You’ll also hear about three tools to make this happen and quick steps to follow! Podcast show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/03/31/resources-for-families-056/

In this episode, you’ll learn about ways to use Google Docs as a teacher, even if your school doesn’t use Google Classroom. You’ll also hear about three strategies you can tailor to different subject areas and groups of students this school year!

In this episode, I’ll share a few of my favorite online learning tools that you may want to recommend to families. If your students will be out of school for closures, these free tools are ones parents can easily access on a smartphone, tablet, or computer. Show notes & transcript: https://classtechtips.com/2020/03/17/recommend-to-families-054/

This is a bonus episode with recommendations for new online learning initiatives and definitely different than what I typically put out. If you are a regular listener of the podcast, you know that i put out new episodes every Tuesday morning with strategies and EdTech tips for helping make EdTech easier in the classroom. TRANSCRIPT: https://classtechtips.com/2020/03/15/online-learning-initiatives/

In this episode, you’ll learn about a strategy that lets you keep track of your professional goals by creating an easy-to-update website. You’ll also hear some tips for narrowing in on which goals to focus on this school year.

In this episode, you’ll hear about an activity idea inspired by a favorite podcast. Monica will take you through a strategy for making traditional debates more relevant and authentic, with roundtable conversations and “hot takes” on content related to your curriculum. Check out the show notes here: https://classtechtips.com/2020/03/03/podcast-with-students-053

In this episode, you’ll learn about movie-making projects you can use to showcase learning and cultivate creativity for your student readers. You’ll also hear about favorite EdTech resources and I’ll talk about my free planning pages to help make your video activities a success!

In this episode, you’ll learn about seven new EdTech tools that I’m excited about this school year. You’ll also hear some strategies for getting started with this list of new favorites, and how these EdTech tools can support the work you do in your classroom.

In this episode, you’ll learn about my ACES Framework for thoughtful technology integration, introduced in my first book in 2016. I’ll share each part of the framework in this episode. You’ll also hear examples of the ACES Framework in action including a unit example from my book Tasks Before Apps.

In this episode, you’ll learn about five ways to listen to your favorite podcasts at home or on the go. You’ll also hear about online and offline options for listening to podcasts from spots other than just your phone.

In this episode, you’ll learn about ways to create collections of photos you can then share with students. You’ll also hear about some favorite resources for locating high-quality, royalty-free photos for your students.

In this episode, you’ll learn about tech-friendly peer feedback strategies for any classroom. You’ll also hear about EdTech resources that support student collaboration, including a few of my favorite digital tools and workflows.