Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

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An AI Connection to Using Animation in the Classroom with Nikki Jones - 277 Jul 23, 2024

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In this episode, I chat with Instructional Technology Coach Nikki Jones about using animation in the classroom to boost student engagement, foster creativity, and elevate assessment routines. You'll also hear how Nikki incorporates AI tools that animate from audio and generate text-to-image to make animation projects more accessible and personalized for students.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/07/23/animation-in-the-classroom-277/

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How to Use AI to Help Design Student Projects - 276 Jul 16, 2024

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In this episode, I share prompts for using AI chatbots as thought partners to boost student creativity tailored to your instructional needs and environment. You'll hear tips on crafting customized, open-ended prompts to elicit out-of-the-box ideas, along with examples you can adapt and refine to inspire exciting student learning experiences. If you're looking to maximize creativity and design student projects with the help of AI, this episode has you covered!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/07/16/Design-Student-Projects-276/

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Unlocking Personalized Learning in K-12 with Eric Sheninger & Nicki Slaugh - 275 Jul 09, 2024

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In this episode, I'm joined by authors Eric Sheninger and Nicki Slaugh for a fantastic discussion about personalized learning in K-12 classrooms. You'll hear expert tips and strategies from their new book Personalize: Meeting the Needs of All Learners. We chat about ways to honor student voice and choice, differentiate instruction, and seamlessly integrate proficiency-based learning. If you're looking for ways to use personalized learning to increase student engagement and motivation, this episode is for you!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/07/09/Personalized-Learning-275/

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Comics in the Classroom and an AI Connection with Nicholas Provenzano - 274 Jul 02, 2024

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In this episode, I chat with Nicholas Provenzano, Makerspace Director, Consultant, and Author, about using comics and graphic novels as powerful literacy tools that provide students with engaging choices for reading and storytelling. You'll also hear fascinating examples of how he's leveraged free generative AI tools to help students collaboratively write stories, generate visuals, and produce digital comics, bringing their creative visions to life.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/07/02/comics-in-the-classroom-274/

Sponsored by my new mini-course "Learn ChatGPT This Summer": https://classtechtips.com/ai-for-educators-membership/

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Why Summer Is the Perfect Time to Learn About AI - 273 Jun 25, 2024

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In this episode, I dive into why the summer months provide an ideal opportunity for educators to dive into the world of AI, from experimenting with creative personal projects to thoughtfully planning how to integrate AI into the new school year. You'll also hear ways to leverage AI for summer fun, to collaborate with peers, and to stay ahead of the curve - plus, I'll share information about my new "Learn ChatGPT This Summer" mini-course.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/06/25/learn-about-ai-273/

Sponsored by my new mini-course "Learn ChatGPT This Summer": https://classtechtips.com/ai-for-educators-membership/

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Driving Change as Innovators for Impact - Bonus Episode with Panasonic Jun 21, 2024

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In this episode, I chat with Alejandra Ceja, Vice President of the Office of Social Impact and Inclusion & Executive Director at the Panasonic Foundation, about an educational initiative called STEM Forward. Created in partnership with Discovery Education, STEM Forward provides free digital resources to introduce students to STEM fields and innovative technologies. You'll hear about the Innovators for Impact Virtual Field Trip, featuring Olympian Katie Ledecky, which aims to inspire students to pursue STEM careers and make a meaningful impact through hands-on learning experiences.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/06/21/innovators-bonus/

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EdTech's Role in the Science of Reading with Linda Rhyne - 272 Jun 18, 2024

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In this episode, I chat with Reading Specialist Linda Rhyne, where she unpacks the Science of Reading and the connection between education technology and building student literacy skills. You'll hear how Linda leverages technology, including AI, to support the implementation of the Science of Reading by enhancing accessibility, differentiation, and the creation of tailored instructional resources for students.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/06/18/Cross-curricular-272/

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Tips for Capturing Your School Year Story with Brianna Henneke Hodges - 271 Jun 11, 2024

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In this episode, Brianna Henneke Hodges joins to share tips for capturing your school year story with EdTech. You'll also hear suggestions for organizing digital artifacts using tools like your LMS or cloud storage and insight into establishing routines for documenting memorable moments throughout the year. If you're looking for creative ways to help students reflect on their learning experiences through storytelling, this episode is for you!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/06/11/school-year-story-271/

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What's New in the Second Edition of EdTech Essentials - 270 Jun 05, 2024

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In this episode, I spotlight the new updates and interactive features in the second edition of my book EdTech Essentials: 12 Strategies for Every Classroom in the Age of AI. You'll hear about the two new chapters focused on generating ideas with AI and evaluating digital content with an AI mindset, as well as the inclusion of chatbot prompts and educator stories throughout the book. Plus, discover how to access my free study guide that accompanies the book to use on your own, in your PLC, or even with a book club!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/06/04/second-edition-of-edtech-essentials-270/

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Tips for Fostering Academic Conversations with Jennifer Orr - 269 May 28, 2024

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In this episode, fellow ASCD author and educator Jennifer Orr joins me for a deep dive into the art of fostering dynamic academic conversations with students across grade levels. You'll hear techniques from her book Demystifying Discussion that empower students to co-construct knowledge while using versatile digital tools to enrich collaborative and reflective practices, deepening classroom discussions.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2024/05/28/Academic-Conversations-269/

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