Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

Latest Episodes:

Tech-Savvy Approaches for a Differentiated Classroom with Dr. Clare Kilbane and Dr. Natalie Milman - 296 Dec 03, 2024

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In this episode, educational leaders and fellow ASCD authors Dr. Clare Kilbane and Dr. Natalie Milman share expert strategies for using EdTech to personalize learning. Explore insights from their book, Using Technology in a Differentiated Classroom, and discover practical tips to thoughtfully integrate digital tools and support diverse learners. If you're ready to elevate all students' learning journeys, this episode is a must-listen!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/12/03/differentiated-classroom-296/

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Tips for Making Classroom Activities for Winter - 295 Nov 26, 2024

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In this episode, you'll learn how to use AI tools to save time designing classroom activities for winter in your classroom. You'll also hear about favorite free and low-cost AI tools for teachers and other helpful resources to get you started. If you're looking for fresh ideas to infuse the essence of the winter season into student activities, this episode is for you!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/11/26/classroom-activities-for-winter-295/

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How Tiny Habits Can Transform Your Teaching with Miriam Plotinsky- 294 Nov 19, 2024

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In this episode, I welcome back Miriam Plotinsky, instructional specialist and fellow ASCD author, to the podcast for a chat about how small changes in teaching practices can lead to significant improvements in the classroom. You'll also hear practical tips from her new book Small but Mighty on incorporating movement, using EdTech thoughtfully, and how school leaders can support teachers in making incremental changes. If you want to transform your teaching through tiny habits while leveraging existing resources, this episode has you covered!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/11/19/tiny-habits-294/

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Ways to Use Coloring Book Pages at Any Age - 293 Nov 12, 2024

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In this episode, I break down how to easily create customized coloring book pages with AI and spotlight ways to incorporate them into cross-curricular lessons for students of all ages. You'll hear creative ideas for using coloring - from fostering mindfulness and building background knowledge to visualizing complex concepts. If you'd like to leverage AI to help you craft personalized coloring book pages that align perfectly with your instructional goals, this episode is for you!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/11/12/coloring-book-pages-293/

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Classroom Tips for Comic Strips with Danielle Zélin - 292 Nov 05, 2024

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In this episode, bilingual educator and Edutopia author Danielle Zélin joins for a chat about tips for comic strips as a creative and effective tool for assessment and engagement in the classroom. You'll hear strategies for introducing comic strip creation to students, tips for integrating technology into the process, and how this approach can boost student confidence while checking for understanding across various subjects.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/11/05/tips-for-comic-strips-292/

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Teacher Tips for AI Music with Lesson Ideas to Try - 291 Oct 29, 2024

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In this episode, we'll explore how AI music can elevate your classroom activities! Get ready to discover impactful ways to use AI-generated tunes to spark creativity, enhance learning, and make your lessons more engaging than ever before. Tune in to hear about some easy-to-use tips for AI music generation tools and how to get started.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/10/29/tips-for-ai-music-291/

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Making Student Feedback Happen with Dr. Kati Begen - 290 Oct 22, 2024

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In this episode, author and educator Dr. Kati Begen shares valuable insights on how to effectively incorporate student feedback into your classroom. You'll discover practical tips for streamlining the process, utilizing existing EdTech tools, and fostering a culture of student ownership and peer learning. If you're seeking strategies to enhance student engagement and improve your instructional practices, this episode is a must-listen.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/10/22/student-feedback-290/

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Fun Ways to Help Kids Set Goals - 289 Oct 15, 2024

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In this episode, I share ten customizable and tech-infused activities to help kids set goals in engaging ways. You'll also hear suggestions for favorite digital tools to try out alongside these ideas. From crafting digital vision boards to utilizing chatbots for tackling new goals, this episode has you covered!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/10/15/help-kids-set-goals-289/

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Future Proofing Classroom Technology - Bonus Episode with Promethean Oct 11, 2024

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In this episode, I chat with Matt Cole, Executive Vice President of Global Sales and Molly-Armine Holston, Education Consultant at Promethean, about future proofing classroom technology. We talk about how to make sustainable, long-term technology decisions for the classroom. You'll hear about the Promethean experience, which includes essential applications for both in-classroom and remote use. Tune in and discover how decoupled operating systems, cloud-based tools, and flexible applications can help educators stay ahead of the curve.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/10/11/future-proofing-bonus/

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4 Things Every Educator Should Know About AI with Dee Lanier and Ken Shelton - 288 Oct 08, 2024

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In this episode, co-authors of The Promises and Perils of AI in Education Dee Lanier and Ken Shelton join for a timely discussion spotlighting what educators need to know about AI. You'll hear expert tips for moving at an accessible pace, viewing Artificial Intelligence as an opportunity to teach ethics and equity, avoiding the efficiency trap, and lots more. If you're looking for insights on the current state of AI in education and tips for thoughtful AI implementation in your teaching practice, this episode has you covered!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/10/08/know-about-AI-288/

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