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Ep. 286 | The Fix Your School Culture Needs With Mandy Froehlich Jan 27, 2026

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This episode is sponsored by Teq. One of the biggest challenges in schools right now is capacity. Educators are asked to do more, often with new tools, and very little support. Teq helps by combining classroom technology like SMART Boards and STEM resources with professional learning that respects educators’ time and reality. It’s support that makes technology usable, not overwhelming.

Learn more at Teq.com.

In this powerful episode, I welcome back Mandy Froehlich—longtime friend of the podcast and a leading voice in educator mental health. Mandy introduces us to the concept of healing spaces. These are not just quiet rooms or meditation music, but deep cultural shifts that support teacher recovery, emotional well-being, and long-term sustainability in education. We unpack the difference between burnout and demoralization, how leadership can unintentionally miss the mark, and what educators truly need to feel supported. If you feel like you’re trying to stay afloat or you’re an administrator ready to build a better culture, this episode is your blueprint for creating change.

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Ep. 285 | 3 Simple Changes to Avoid Teaching on Autopilot in 2026 Jan 04, 2026

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Happy New Year! We’re officially in 2026. Teaching on autopilot feels efficient until it drains energy from the classroom. This episode breaks down three simple changes to reset instruction, set healthy AI boundaries, and bring intention back to the second semester. And if you’re looking to start the year off with a great sourdough recipe, here it is. Buen provecho!

Sourdough Bread Recipe

100g active sourdough starter (the star of the show)
325g water
500g bread flour
10g salt
20g honey (adds sweetness and helps the dough chill a bit)

For the full instructions, check out the blog post below.

https://edtechbites.com/2025/08/19/homemade-sourdough-sandwich-bread/

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Ep. 279 | ClassDojo Deep Dive: From Dojo Points to Dojo Power Moves w/ Miranda Ketcham Oct 14, 2025

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Want to bring your whole district together with one simple tool? ClassDojo for Districts makes it easy to engage families and strengthen school communities—at every level. It's the number one communication app trusted by millions of K-12 teachers, now with district-wide oversight and controls. From Pre-K to high school, ClassDojo connects your schools and families in one seamless place. Learn more at classdojo.com/districts.

What started as a simple point system is now a full-blown ecosystem! In this episode, I sit down with Miranda Ketcham — veteran educator and ClassDojo superuser — to explore how this classroom management tool has evolved into a digital powerhouse for behavior tracking, student reflection, and parent communication. We chat about Dojo Island, the shift from paper notes to real-time feedback, and what it's like to manage classroom culture with a few taps. Oh, and we literally break bread over some pan dulce. Tune in to hear how Miranda has used ClassDojo since 2011 and why she still swears by it today.

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About Miranda Ketcham

Miranda Ketcham, a 17 year veteran educator, serves as a 5th grade teacher at King Elementary, located in King, North Carolina, part of Stokes County Schools district. She consistently guides her students in using technology as a tool for learning, incorporating AI literacy and AI tools to enhance their educational experience. She has been using ClassDojo since 2012 and has effectively utilized the platform to help students record and share their learning through digital portfolios. Always eager to explore new technology, she embraces the latest features in ClassDojo and other educational applications to enhance student engagement.

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Ep. 196 | The Grass Roots Growth Of Magic School AI w/ Adeel Kahn Feb 08, 2024

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In this episode, I'm joined by Adeel Kahn, CEO and founder of Magic School AI. He gives us his background in education and how he went about making his education dreams come true. But why stop there! He went a step further and in under a year, built Magic School AI. He also tells us about the limited marketing they've been doing and how word of mouth has took them to an astronomical number of users worldwide! Peep the great conversation and hear his passion for helping teachers come through the microphone. Buen provecho!

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The Book Is Officially Out!

My first book "Cooking Up Experiences In The Classroom: Focus On Experiences, Not Just Lessons" is officially out! A HUGE shout out to Lumio for helping sponsor this book. I'm super excited about this project. It's filled with ideas on how to make memorable experiences for your students. In addition, each chapter also lays out a specific recipe mentioned in that chapter along with a video tutorial on how to prepare that dish. Make sure you get your copy and cook up some experiences for your students and loved ones!

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Ep. 61: Pamela, Educación A Distancia En México, Y Comida China May 13, 2020

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Bienvenidos al episodio 61 del EdTech Bites Podcast. En este episodio, hablo con Pamela Buenrostro sobre cómo la pandemia global está afectando el sistema educativo en México y la comida china. Buen provecho!

Ep. 55: Jenallee And TCEA 2020 Feb 13, 2020

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In this episode, Jeni Long and Sallee Clark (AKA Jenallee) join me in the TCEA 2020 wrap up. They discuss their conference experience and some of their favorite sessions. In addition, they also discuss their love of being in the MIEE community. This is a fun episode full of great energy and knowledge. So enjoy, and help spread the word. Buen provecho!

Ep. 42: Wes, Learning Menus, and Coffee Apr 23, 2019

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In this third installment of a four part series named, "Getting Ready For Testing", I chat with Wes Ryan all about digital learning menus. We park it at Taza Coffee House in San Antonio, set up shop outside, and record while taking advantage of the perfect weather. He's got a lot to say about learning menus including how to get started. So tune in to see how to give your students more choice and autonomy in your class with learning menus.

Ep. 29: Monica, #TasksBeforeApps, and NY Pizza Aug 15, 2018

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In this episode, I chat virtually with Dr. Monica Burns about her latest book, Tasks Before Apps: Designing Rigorous Learning in a Tech-Rich Classroom. For those of you who do not know who Monica is or does, she's an established edtech speaker, trainer, and author who is passionate about education and technology integration. Listen to her take on pizza vs. NY pizza as well as her tortilla preference. If you'd like to connect with Dr. Monica Burns, check out the links below: Classtechtips.com Twitter.com/classtechtips Facebook.com/classtechtips Pinterest.com/classtechtips Instagram.com/classtechtips Dr. Monica Burns' Books: Tasks Before Apps: Designing Rigorous Learning in a Tech-Rich Classroom #FormativeTech: Meaningful, Sustainable, and Scalable Formative Assessment with Technology Taming the Wild Text: Literacy Strategies for Today's Reader Also, don't miss out on a promotional offer for EdTech Bites Podcast listeners from Nearpod. For a free 3 month trial of Nearpod Gold, go to Nearpod.com/redeem and use promo code "NP-Gabriel". If you'd like to purchase WeVideo For Education, email John Kline (johnk@wevideo.com) and mention that you heard it on EdTech Bites for 10% off a classroom license, 15% off a school license, or 25% off a district license. Buen Provecho!

Ep. 20 Laura, Hyperdocs, and Sandwiches Feb 19, 2018

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In this episode, I sit down and break bread with Laura Moore to discuss her addiction to Hyperdocs. She manages not one, but two separate blogs. Learn Moore Stuff is specific to teachers and Rock The Lab is designed with students in mind. This interview took place at La Panaderia sandwich shop here in San Antonio so next time you're in town, check it out. Please subscribe to the podcast on your podcast player of choice so you don't miss out when a new episode drops and make sure you leave a review. Buen provecho!

Ep. 15: Josh, Motivating Teachers, And Waffles Nov 30, 2017

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In episode 15, I interview Josh Howard who is an Educational Technology Coordinator in Missouri. He has done many interesting things in his district to motivate teachers to step out of their comfort zone, take risks, and begin integrating technology into their classrooms. He created Gettin' Steamy and Tech Wars videos to let his teachers know that he's not afraid to take risks. Not only that, he's a self-proclaimed waffle connoisseur. I'm not a big fan of these textured pancakes but he definitely schools me in the ways of the waffle. The conversation is completely natural and you'll find it hard to not be inspired by him. Please check out this episode and don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and tell a friend about the podcast. As always, buen provecho!