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Zoom vs Google Meet: The Great Distance Learning Debate Podcast Apr 19, 2020

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In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff, Susan, take on the popular question “Which Distance Learning Service is Best?: Google Meet or Zoom.

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Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year?
Are you searching for support in your position?

The TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches.

3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders
Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow!
Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year.
Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups.
Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program!
Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars
... and more!

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Check Out More TeacherCast Programming

TeacherCast Podcast (http://www.teachercast.net/tcp)
Educational Podcasting Today (http://www.educationalpodcasting.today)
The TechEducator Podcast (http://www.techeducatorpodcast.com)
Ask The Tech Coach (http://www.AskTheTechCoach.com)

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What Happens When Your School District Cancels Physical Classes For The Remainder Of The School Year? Apr 13, 2020

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In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff, Susan, Melissa, and Kelly discuss where we are in this eLearning process and how we are encouraging teachers to plan for the possibility of being out for the remainder of the year. Reflections from Last Week:

Last we discussed how our districts and schools have fostered STEM Education during distance learning.

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Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!
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Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year?
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Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year.
Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups.
Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program!
Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars
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TeacherCast Podcast (http://www.teachercast.net/tcp)
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The TechEducator Podcast (http://www.techeducatorpodcast.com)
Ask The Tech Coach (http://www.AskTheTechCoach.com)

Need a Presenter?

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Learning How To Engage STEM Education Students During Distance Learning Days Apr 06, 2020

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In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff, Susan, Thom Gibson, and Tammy Dunbar discuss various ways to keep students engaged in STEM Education during distance learning days.

In this episode, we discuss:

Reflections from Last Week:

Last we discussed how our districts and schools have mobilized a digital/eLearning plan and gotten it off the ground in a matter of a few days.

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Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!
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Teaching STEM Education During Distance Learning Days

How DO we teach STEM from home? How does STEM education change from school to home?
- Teams or other collaborative video conferencing tools
- For teachers, give opportunities for extra side training through office hours/help desk, etc.
- Give them the opportunity to teach the way that works for them
- Replicate dialogue from the classroom as best as possible. Use regular discussion/reflection practices for math concepts even on video meetings.
- Incorporate small group discussions using Zoom Breakout Group rooms.
- Blog reflections/Video Reflections
- Use things already familiar
- Streamline approach - Where is your classroom located? Learning Mgmt. System, Website, etc.?
- Be present and available to your teachers to help guide them and make them feel comfortable.
- Break your training into smaller parts.
How do we keep students engaged/interested in STEM education at home?
- Focus on one new thing at a time to gain success
- Continue enthusiasm by sharing with fellow teachers
- Build your PLN
How do we control the uncontrollable when it comes to teaching STEM concepts when screen sharing may be blocked,etc.
- Introduce assignments, create accounts, stay in the class to check in later.

Accessibility Options

- Microsoft Translate features within the various tools including Teams, PowerPoint Desktop, etc.
Advice For Distance Learning
- Thom- Ask teachers/students how things are going. Get in what you can and don’t stress over not covering everything in the curriculum.
- Tammy-Tech coaches checking in with teachers making sure they are doing okay personally as well as professionally. Availability and Presence. Ask successful teachers to share what is working.

Resources Available For Distance Learning

Flipgrid - For the “M” in STEM, use the whiteboard feature in Flipgrid to talk through solving the problem. https://blog.flipgrid.com/news/remotelearning
MinecraftEDU
BreakoutEDU
HourOfCode
Steve Spangler Science Experiments at Home!
Khan Academy: Imagineering in a Box!
NASA at Home

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Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow!
Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year.
Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups.
Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program!
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About our Guests

Tammy Brecht Dunbar, M.Ed., STEM

Twitter: @TammyDunbar Tammy Brecht Dunbar, M.Ed., S.T.E.M. teaches 5th grade in Manteca (CA) USD. Recent Honors: NCCE 2020 Closing Keynote Speaker, Fulbright TGC 2018-2019 Fellow, 2016 California Woman of the Year, Assembly District 12, 2018 ISTE Literacy PLN Award, featured presenter at MicrosoftEDU’s 2017 Hack the Classroom online and on Bob Greenburg’s Brainwaves series. Dunbar, a popular presenter & trainer in the US and around the world, won the 2010 eInstruction $75,000 Classroom Makeover Video Contest, wrote a successful Enhancing Education Through Technology federal grant for Manteca Unified, and was named Manteca USD Teacher of the Year.

Thom Gibson, MS STEM Teacher Twitter : @gibsonedu YouTube : youtube.com/gibsonedu Podcast : thomgibson.com/podcast Thom Gibson is a two-time teacher-of-the-year educator in Austin, TX, an Adobe Education Leader, and teaches math, robotics, YouTube Video Production, and the esports club. He's the creator and host of the 'Stories from the Classroom' podcast, he posts weekly teacher vlogs / teaching tip videos on his YouTube channel, and is the creator of the 'How to Teach Kids About Money' course for teachers.

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Educational Podcasting Today (http://www.educationalpodcasting.today)
The TechEducator Podcast (http://www.techeducatorpodcast.com)
Ask The Tech Coach (http://www.AskTheTechCoach.com)

Need a Presenter?

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Matt Friedman (@mfriedmanPGH) is available as a Keynote Speaker or Presenter

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How Are EdTech Companies Supporting Teachers and Students During Distance Learning Days Mar 30, 2020

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In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff, Melissa and Jon discuss how EdTech Companies are offering their applications and services free of charge to school districts to support them during Distance Learning Days.

In this episode, we discuss:

Tech Coach Roundtable

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How Can Our Students And Teachers Take Advantage Of Free EdTech Apps During Social Learning Days?

This is a great opportunity to try out some new tools but keep these things in mind:
1. Look for tools that give students the opportunity for Choice, Ownership, Voice, and Authentic Learning opportunities (COVA)
2. Be aware of privacy issues … like uploading student data
3. Make sure that it aligns with district policy and curriculum
Take advantage of Facebook groups. Educators are sharing templates and activities that you can make a copy and edit to fit your curriculum needs.
1. HyperDocs
2. Not so Wimpy Teachers
3. Teachers using Google Classroom
4. Teachers using Google Suite for Education
5. Twitter: #remotelearning
6. Book Creator Teachers
Don’t get overwhelmed...start slow
1. Start with tools that students are familiar with
2. Make a collection of what you see by saving the link. (Wakelet, Google Keep)
3. Start small until you get acclimated to distance learning.
4. Simple can be powerful
Take help if it’s offered
1. https://bookcreator.com/2020/03/support-for-schools-affected-by-coronavirus/
2. https://bookcreator.com/resources

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Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year.
Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups.
Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program!
Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars
... and more!

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About our Guest: Book Creator

Book Creator is an amazing online application for creating online publications. @bookcreatorapp on Twitter and Instagram

About our Guest: John Smith

Jon Smith is currently the Teacher Success Manager for Book Creator and an Apple Distinguished Educator class of 2015. Jon was a special education teacher for 12 years before spending the last 7 years as a Technology Integration Specialist for Alliance City Schools where his digital book projects have attracted attention for their global reach and practical approaches to integrating transliteracy practices into the classroom. Jon recently organized nine global digital book projects in which classrooms from around the world wrote and published digital books. He is married with 3 children. Jon is a scratch golfer. In his spare time, he teaches a graduate course on engaging technologies for The Communicate Institute. You can connect with Jon on Twitter @theipodteacher

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Check Out More TeacherCast Programming

TeacherCast Podcast (http://www.teachercast.net/tcp)
Educational Podcasting Today (http://www.educationalpodcasting.today)
The TechEducator Podcast (http://www.techeducatorpodcast.com)
Ask The Tech Coach (http://www.AskTheTechCoach.com)

Need a Presenter?

Jeff Bradbury (@TeacherCast) is available as a Keynote Speaker, Presenter, or to Broadcast your conference LIVE!
Matt Friedman (@mfriedmanPGH) is available as a Keynote Speaker or Presenter

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5 Ways For Teach Coaches To Connect With Teachers During Digital Learning Days Mar 22, 2020

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In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff, Susan, and Melissa discuss ways tech coaches can meet the needs of teachers during digital learning days when we are not able to be face to face. How do we coach from a distance?

In this episode, we discuss:

Reflections from Last Week:

Last we discussed how our districts and schools have mobilized a digital/eLearning plan and gotten it off the ground in a matter of a few days.

Tech Coach Mastermind

Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!
- 2 Mastermind group meetings each month
- Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
- Free Lesson Plans
- Free Templates
- Much Much More
Website
- www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind

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5 Ways To Work With Teachers During Digital Learning Days

Weekly Emails To Teachers

Stay In Contact With Administrators
Schedule weekly meetings with your admins
Stay in contact with other tech coaches

Digital Learning Websites

Examples:
1. Susan’s Example
Create one, but don’t overwhelm teachers by giving them EVERYTHING all at once.
1. Create it as you go with resources added at the point of need

1:1 Coachings

Start with the “S” in SAMR
1. Substitute current lessons for digital lessons
2. Baby steps … teachers aren’t ready for this transition yet
3. Less technology is MORE in this circumstance
Remember that we are in this for the long haul … always provide a game plan with long and short term goals

Group Coachings

Invite teachers to meet by subject or grade level
Have templates ready to share that will fit teachers of all styles and learning curves

Become a Teacher in their Google Classroom

Join other teachers Google Classrooms so that you can help troubleshoot anything needed
Know what your teachers are doing so that you can guide them into more advanced lessons as Distant Learning Days progress

Create Universal Templates

Don’t overwhelm yourself creating every little thing for every teacher
1. What apps can be used for multiple subjects and topics?
2. What apps can you use over and over to help teachers feel comfortable once we get back into school
Choice Boards / Learning Menus that they can fill in with their own activities for their content area

Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network!

Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year?
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Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow!
Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year.
Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups.
Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program!
Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars
... and more!

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- Blog: http://techimaginations.net
Melissa Summerford @SummerfordStars
- http://bit.ly/SummerfordTeachingBlueprint
- melissa.tools

Join our PLN

Are you enjoying the TeacherCast Network, please share your thoughts with the world by commenting on iTunes today? I enjoy reading and sharing your comments on the podcast each week.

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Check Out More TeacherCast Programming

TeacherCast Podcast (http://www.teachercast.net/tcp)
Educational Podcasting Today (http://www.educationalpodcasting.today)
The TechEducator Podcast (http://www.techeducatorpodcast.com)
Ask The Tech Coach (http://www.AskTheTechCoach.com)

Need a Presenter?

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Matt Friedman (@mfriedmanPGH) is available as a Keynote Speaker or Presenter

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How Can Tech Coaches Support Each Other As We Support Our Teachers During Distance Learning Days Mar 15, 2020

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In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff, Susan, and Matt discuss they have helped districts and teachers prepare for school closures in the wake of COVID-19.

In this episode, we discuss:

Reflections from Last Week:

In last week’s episode we talked about the many questions surrounding distance learning including how to approach the idea as well as logistical consideration to think about surrounding teacher work hours, etc.

Tech Coach Mastermind

Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!
- 2 Mastermind group meetings each month
- Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
- Free Lesson Plans
- Free Templates
- Much Much More
Website
- www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind

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How do Tech Coaches support each other during this new time of learning during school closures?

Cleaning Suggestion from Promethean:

Ethanol Alcohol based solution to wipe down the board,
Go find recommended cleaning procedures for any device from any manufacturer
Go out and Google best way to clean to alleviate voiding warranties.

Supporting Each Other As Tech Coaches

PLN Sharing
Make your force larger by banning together. Does your state support you in bringing district coaches together for collaboration/sharing?
Though coming across in your own voice to your teachers is important, during this time of implementing distance learning, don’t reinvent the wheel. If someone has a video or instruction sheet that works, use it if they have given permission.
- Reach out to your teachers, find out what they need from day to day
- Setup meetings as needed by what means you have available
- Don’t get bogged down and “wowed” by TOO many resources, find one or two that work well for your teachers and encourage them to run with it.
Any group of students in a Google Classroom is a Google Group - Don’t forget the group is automatically there when class is created
From Promethean - sharing available resources to users, what are those quick and easy points that will get teachers up and going.
Find ways to record the content
Encourage structure and access needed
Getting support and message out to teachers with Promethean products, etc.
Empowerment/Fully Immersed PD because they are having to use resources externally and use what they have been learning.

Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network!

Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year?
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3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders
Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow!
Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year.
Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups.
Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program!
Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars
... and more!

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- Blog: http://techimaginations.net
Matt Barfield | @MattBarfield00

About our Guest Matt Barfield

Matt Barfield graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a degree in Elementary Education and worked 9 years in a rural district in NC. After finding a love of working with teachers in his district, Matt ventured outside of his school district and began to work in the professional development field across the Carolinas. For over ten years, Matt has been working with Promethean, Inc. to help teachers integrate instructional technology in the classroom. Matt is a father, a husband, a teacher, an instructional technology integrator, an Apple Distinguished Educator, and a professional development guru for Promethean, Inc. @mattbarfield00

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Are you enjoying the TeacherCast Network, please share your thoughts with the world by commenting on iTunes today? I enjoy reading and sharing your comments on the podcast each week.

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Check Out More TeacherCast Programming

TeacherCast Podcast (http://www.teachercast.net/tcp)
Educational Podcasting Today (http://www.educationalpodcasting.today)
The TechEducator Podcast (http://www.techeducatorpodcast.com)
Ask The Tech Coach (http://www.AskTheTechCoach.com)

Need a Presenter?

Jeff Bradbury (@TeacherCast) is available as a Keynote Speaker, Presenter, or to Broadcast your conference LIVE!
Matt Friedman (@mfriedmanPGH) is available as a Keynote Speaker or Presenter

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How Should Distance Learning Look When Schools Need To Close? Mar 09, 2020

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In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss the many questions surrounding distance learning including how to approach the idea as well as logistical consideration to think about surrounding teacher work hours, etc.

In this episode, we discuss:

Reflections from Last Week:

In last week’s episode, we talked about what professional development looks like for us as Tech Coaches.

Tech Coach Mastermind

Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!
- 2 Mastermind group meetings each month
- Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
- Free Lesson Plans
- Free Templates
- Much Much More
Website
- www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind

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What is Distance Learning?

- Distance learning can take the form of a class being conducted within a building or district for various student needs. It can also go so far as going from outside of a district for international study or college study.
Reasons for Distance Learning
- Lack of course offering at a specific building
- Dual Credit for college courses
- Homebound/Extended illness
- Need for bringing in experts on a particular topic during a normal instructional course
Questions/Items to consider when approaching the idea of Distance Learning
- Safety for members and students - Ask questions to your district/building administration, find out what (if any) plans or procedures are in place
- Actions/guidance from the DOE - Are there mandates at the state level regarding time off for “non-traditional” instruction?
- Challenge to remote learning - What are the procedures for administering distance learning assignments? What about those students without a device or internet access?
- Lost wages for some parents that have to stay home - Ask questions to your district/building on how to best address parent concerns that may arise.
- Not thorough and efficient for special needs students - Think about ways to meet student IEP/differentiation requirements in a distance learning environment.
- No breakfast and lunch programs for students in need - What resources are in place in the community that could help address the physical needs of the students?

Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network!

Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year?
Are you searching for support in your position?

3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders
Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow!
Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year.
Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups.
Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program!
Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars
... and more!

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Ask the Tech Coach Podcast | @AsktheTechCoach

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Matt Friedman | @mfriedmanPGH
Susan Vincentz | @SV314dws
- Blog: http://techimaginations.net

Join our PLN

Are you enjoying the TeacherCast Network, please share your thoughts with the world by commenting on iTunes today? I enjoy reading and sharing your comments on the podcast each week.

Let’s Work Together

Host: Jeff Bradbury @TeacherCast | @JeffBradbury
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Voice Mail: http://www.TeacherCast.net/voicemail
YouTube: http://www.TeacherCast.net/YouTube
iTunes: http://www.TeacherCast.net/iTunes

Check Out More TeacherCast Programming

TeacherCast Podcast (http://www.teachercast.net/tcp)
Educational Podcasting Today (http://www.educationalpodcasting.today)
The TechEducator Podcast (http://www.techeducatorpodcast.com)
Ask The Tech Coach (http://www.AskTheTechCoach.com)

Need a Presenter?

Jeff Bradbury (@TeacherCast) is available as a Keynote Speaker, Presenter, or to Broadcast your conference LIVE!
Matt Friedman (@mfriedmanPGH) is available as a Keynote Speaker or Presenter

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Should Tech Coaches Support Social Media Habits In Todays Classrooms? Mar 02, 2020

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In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss the importance of Social Media in todays classrooms and academic programs.

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How Can Tech Coaches Support Social Media Usage In The Classroom

Should classrooms involve the community in their daily activities?
- It is important to bring the community stakeholders, and of course, parents in so they see the positive things going on in schools and classroom.
- So much feedback comes from parents who enjoy seeing their students in photos throughout the day doing normal activities.
Should teachers create Social Media accounts?
- Keep in mind school/district guidelines in personal vs. professional accounts.
- Many people use Twitter in a more professional manner and Facebook for personal. Susan talks about this concept as Twitter stays professional with her, but Facebook is majorly personal with professional items added in because a tech coach and educator is “Who I Am, and I enjoy sharing that with family and friends.
Should school programs create Social Media accounts?
- This is, often, handled through a district or school PR department as they develop policies in many cases as to how posts should be structured.
- Sometimes, though, it is up the the teacher/sponsor of the program to create these accounts and keep them going to recognize student achievements.
Rules to follow when it comes to social posting
- Know the school policy on photos and social media
- Work with your school district PR department (if you have one)
- Work with your teacher to see if students are or are not allowed to be on Social Media
When to post … or not to post
- Talk this over with your principal/district leadership and gauge their support with posting to recognize student work and accomplishments.
- Many teachers use apps such as Class Dojo, Seesaw, Bloomz, etc to share quick photos of students which parents love to see.
- If it is something great going on and you are featuring various angles of a lesson or project, by all means, post those as soon as possible.

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The Many Dangers Tech Coaches Face When Working With Students In The Classroom Feb 24, 2020

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In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss approaches and things to think about as you enter a classroom for lesson modeling and/or co-teaching. What does it look like when a tech coach works with students?

In this episode, we discuss:

Reflections from Last Week:

In last week’s episode, we talked about what professional development looks like for us as Tech Coaches.

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What Challenges Does a Tech Coach Face When Working With Students Inside a Classroom?

- Establish that I DO-->WE DO-->YOU DO approach if at all possible so there is plan when entering a teachers classroom. However, this is not always possible. We want to build capacity, but in a way that will keep the teacher (and students) wanting more and feeling comfortable pursuing the technology integration as they continue through the school year, not just when the tech coach is in the room.
- Understanding the needs of all students
  - Cultural, Behavioral, Special Needs that may or may not be communicated prior
  - It’s nice to know about these things before entering the room, but if slip-ups happen, you accidentally embarrass a student, or something similar; experience will lead you in the direction of handling these things with composure and/or humor whichever is appropriate for the situation. Don’t beat yourself up as a coach over these things, learn from it, chalk it up to experience building and keep moving forward.
- Understanding the tech limitations of the classroom-
  - Always have that Plan B up your sleeve in case something doesn’t work all of a sudden or surprises arise.
  - Again, experience will lead here as you gain relationships with the teachers and the IT Department. Learn to be a listener when they say something isn’t working and don’t try to just be the HERO right then and there. Use this as a teachable time to go through proper channels as you put on your “Ed-Technician” hat for small amount of time.
- Alienating the Teacher during a lesson -
  - Include the teacher as much as possible to the point they are comfortable - get to know what they are comfortable with by establishing those prior relationships
- Establishing a management style and gaining students attention when the coach may only have a half-hour to an hour to truly get topic across
  - Enter into the lesson in a positive manner as possible and establish what a fun learning experience this will be both for the students and the teachers (age-appropriate of course - elementary will look much different cheering about Fun than high school)

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What Does Professional Development Look Like For Tech Coaches? Feb 17, 2020

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In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss how taking care of yourself as a Tech Coach via your own professional learning is just as important as serving the teachers. To have energy and knowledge to meet the needs of the teachers, you must fill up your own cup with needed professional learning for you!

In this episode, we discuss:

Reflections from Last Week:

In last week’s episode we talked all about using video streaming and interactive video for both tech coaches and classroom teachers.

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What Does Professional Development Look Like For Tech Coaches?

In tonight’s episode, we talked about the online course for Tech Coaches that Jeff and Susan are putting together that will provide assistance and guidance for new tech coaches and support for existing coaches. The course contains 5 modules all about surviving your first year as a tech coach.

- - Module 1 - What is a Tech Coach?
    - What inspires you as a tech coach and how do you use that to inspire others?
  - Module 2 - What Does A Tech Coach Do?
    - Responsibilities -What does my day look like?
    - Important Topics
    - Finding your coaching style
    - What happens when the teachers don’t get it?
  - Module 3 - Success Is Personal
    - Collaborations
    - Building capacity among teachers
    - Creating Relationships
    - Building your brand
  - Module 4 - Navigating Your First Month
  - Module 5 - Building Foundations for Success
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- Social Media Community Groups
- Other ways? How can we help you? What questions do you have about your own Professional Development? Contact us personally or via the Teachercast website, by emailing feedback@teachercast.net, or tweet us personally or with the #AskTheTechCoach hashtag.

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Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year.
Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups.
Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program!
Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars
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