Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

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Tips for Using Breakout Rooms with Desiree Alexander Dec 08, 2020

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In this episode, EdTech consultant Dr. Desiree Alexander shares tips for teachers using breakout rooms during video calls this year. You'll hear strategies for getting started with breakout rooms and how to take it to the next level. Whether you are using Zoom, Google Meet, or another video conferencing tool this year, this episode has you covered!

Show notes -> https://classtechtips.com/2020/12/08/breakout-rooms-90

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Tips for Creating Podcasts with Students with Michele Haiken - 089 Dec 01, 2020

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In this episode, Dr. Michele Haiken shares strategies for creating podcasts with your students. Podcasting is a great way to get kids talking about a topic, sharing what they've learned, and working together with a common goal. You'll hear tips for getting started and ideas for taking podcasting to the next level in your classroom.

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How to Increase Participation During Asynchronous Instruction (Part 2) - 088 Nov 17, 2020

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In this episode, I'll share participation strategies to try out when students are working on their own, or through self-paced activities. You'll hear six strategies and a half-dozen EdTech tools to help you put these ideas into action.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/11/17/asynchronous-088

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How to Increase Participation During Synchronous Instruction (Part 1) - 087 Nov 10, 2020

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In this episode, you'll hear strategies that boost engagement and increase participation during live video lessons and synchronous instruction. If you are participating in synchronous learning experiences this year, this episode has six strategies to try out with students during your next online lesson.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/11/09/synchronous-instruction-087

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4 Tips for Assessing Online Learning and Feedback - 086 Nov 03, 2020

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In this episode, I'll share tips for checking for understanding while students learn online. Whether you are part of a distance learning initiative or teaching students with technology in the classroom, assessing online learning and giving feedback is essential. Listen in for strategies and favorite EdTech tools to support assessment and feedback.

Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/11/03/assessing-online-learning-086

Distance Learning Essentials Quick Reference Guide: https://shop.ascd.org/Default.aspx?TabID=55&ProductId=246405236&Distance-Learning-Essentials-(Quick-Reference-Guid

Taking the First Steps into STEAM with Jeannine Flores - 085 Oct 27, 2020

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In this episode, Jeannine Flores shares tips for educators who are getting started with STEAM in their classroom, school, or district. If you are a seasoned STEAM educator you'll also hear some of Jeannine's social-emotional learning (SEL) connections and plenty of actionable tips.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/10/27/first-steps-into-steam-085

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How to Support Healthy Media Use in Your Classroom with Lila Shroff - 084 Oct 20, 2020

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In this episode, Lila Shroff shares her perspective on healthy media use and ways to have discussions about social media in your classroom. Lila is on a gap year and offers a student perspective on podcasting as an authentic project for students, and activities you can try out with students of all ages.

Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/10/20/healthy-media-use-084

Lila Shroff's Twitter: https://twitter.com/LilaShroff

Incorporating Creativity and Visuals in Tech-Friendly Projects with Al Thomas -- 083 Oct 13, 2020

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In this episode, Al Thomas, founder of Educopilot, shares tech-friendly project ideas you can tailor to your classroom. He discusses his work with creativity integration training and digital learning resources. You'll also hear about Al's favorite tools and tips that promote creativity in any learning environment.

Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/10/13/creativity-al-thomas-083

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Teaching Tech Fluency With Icons in Early Childhood Classrooms with Pana Asavavatana - 082 Oct 06, 2020

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In this episode, early childhood educator Pana Asavavatana shares strategies for using technology with our youngest students. You'll hear how she teaches tech fluency using icons and some of her favorite tools, including Seesaw.

Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/10/06/icons-in-early-childhood-082

Pana Asavavatana's website: https://www.mspanasays.com/

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4 Best Practices for Video Journals - 081 Sep 29, 2020

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In this episode, you'll hear about video journals and why you might want to use multimedia to have students share this school year. This episode includes best practices for setting up video journals and using them with students.

Shownotes: https://classtechtips.com/2020/09/29/video-journals-081/

Free graphic organizers for video projects: https://classtechtips.com/sparkplan/

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