Monica Burns from the popular EdTech blog ClassTechTips brings you teaching strategies, tips and activity ideas. Each podcast focuses on how to make EdTech integration easy with a shout out to favorite EdTech tools for classrooms. Monica provides actionable, relevant tips for teachers so you can make this school year the best one yet! Join author, speaker, and blogger, Dr. Monica Burns for an EdTech podcast that helps take the stress out of integrating education technology into your classroom.
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Tips for Making Classroom Activities for Winter - 295
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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…
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How Tiny Habits Can Transform Your Teaching with Miriam Plotinsky- 294
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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…
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Ways to Use Coloring Book Pages at Any Age - 293
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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 levera…
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Classroom Tips for Comic Strips with Danielle Zélin - 292
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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 boos…
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Teacher Tips for AI Music with Lesson Ideas to Try - 291
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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: h…
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Making Student Feedback Happen with Dr. Kati Begen - 290
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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 stu…
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Fun Ways to Help Kids Set Goals - 289
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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…
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Future Proofing Classroom Technology - Bonus Episode with Promethean
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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 appl…
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4 Things Every Educator Should Know About AI with Dee Lanier and Ken Shelton - 288
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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…
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10 Quiz Builder Tools for Teachers - 287
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In this episode, I share dynamic digital tools that transform quiz creation for educators. Explore AI-powered quiz generators that craft questions for you and gamified apps that turn assessments into engaging ways to check for understanding. You'll also hear my firsthand experience on how I've used formative assessment tools and why I’m excited abo…
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Supporting the Whole Child in a Tech-Rich Environment with N. Chaunté Garrett, Ed.D. - 286
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In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. N. Chaunté Garrett, ASCD Faculty Member, to discuss the critical role of technology in supporting the whole child. Dr. Garrett will unpack what it means to nurture the whole child, exploring the importance of selecting educational tools that align with specific learning goals. If you're looking for insights into h…
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How to Support Students as Graphic Designers with Tony Vincent - 285
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In this episode, educational consultant Tony Vincent shares how educators can empower students as graphic designers. You'll hear plenty of EdTech tips and resources for helping student graphic designers grow as visual communicators by providing opportunities to share their learning with the use of illustrations, color, typography, and more! Show no…
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8 Chatbot Prompts Families Will Love - 284
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In this episode, I share how families can use free chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini to spark learning adventures with their children outside of school. We'll explore creative chatbot prompts families can use to transform downtime into engaging activities – from storytelling and science exploration to movie recommendations and silly jokes. Get ready…
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Practical Tips: AI for School Leaders with Vickie Echols - 283
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In this episode, certified school and district transformation coach Vickie Echols shares how AI can revolutionize school leadership. Tune in to discover practical strategies from her new book, AI for School Leaders, to streamline tasks, support educators, and enhance student outcomes. If you're looking to harness the power of AI to transform your s…
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8 Creative Ways to Use Podcasts with Students - 282
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In this episode, we explore the many possibilities of using podcasts with students to liven up learning in your classroom. You'll discover new ways to engage students through storytelling, news, and interactive audio content. Whether you're looking to supplement lessons, ignite debates, or inspire students to create their own shows, this episode ha…
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Gamification in the Literacy Classroom with Dr. Lauren Gehr - 281
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In this episode, seasoned educator and instructional coach Dr. Lauren Gehr shares stories that illustrate the power of gamification in the literacy classroom and beyond. You'll hear how gamified learning fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and a deeper dive into content. If you want to try out gamification in your classroom this year, this ep…
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Demystifying Sketchnoting for Students and Teachers with Karen Bosch - 280
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In this episode, I'm joined by Apple Distinguished Educator, speaker, and trainer Karen Bosch, who takes us on an exploration of sketchnoting. Karen shares how this powerful visual notetaking method combines drawings and text to enhance focus and retention for learners of all ages. You'll hear Karen's expert advice, her favorite digital tools, and …
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QR Code Hacks for Every Teacher - 279
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In this episode, get ready to unlock the full potential of QR codes for your classroom! From turning regular handouts into interactive experiences to sharing student work in engaging ways, we’ll explore how QR codes can energize lessons, streamline routines, and bring learning to life. Tune in for some favorite QR code hacks so you can make the mos…
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Using Podcasts for Professional Development with Matt Smith - 278
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In this episode, Instructional Technology Specialist Matt Smith joins to share strategies for creating a flexible and engaging professional learning environment through podcast exploration. You'll discover how to select and use podcasts to create customized learning experiences that fuel educator growth. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just s…
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An AI Connection to Using Animation in the Classroom with Nikki Jones - 277
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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 personalize…
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How to Use AI to Help Design Student Projects - 276
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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…
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Unlocking Personalized Learning in K-12 with Eric Sheninger & Nicki Slaugh - 275
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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 i…
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Comics in the Classroom and an AI Connection with Nicholas Provenzano - 274
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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 collaborativel…
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Why Summer Is the Perfect Time to Learn About AI - 273
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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…
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Driving Change as Innovators for Impact - Bonus Episode with Panasonic
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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 innovat…
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