#EdTech Chat Radio: Recent Episodes

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EdTechChat Radio is a weekly roundtable discussion between education tech integrators, teachers and administrators covering highlights and amplifications from the Twitter discussion of the week on #EdTechChat. The show offers expanded insights and commentary on the topics of the week.

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They are often the quiet students but they can also be the ones who seem to be doing very well. How do we identify students who may be falling through the cracks?

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Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a National Distinguished Principal. He is the author of Fighting for Change in Your School: How to Avoid Fads and Focus on Substance , and co-author of Learning From Lincoln: Leadership Practices for School Success.

Nancy Blair is a middle school principal in Georgia. She previously served as a school improvement consultant. Tom Whitby is former contributing Editor at SmartBrief, founder of #Edchat, Twitter-Using Educators, and NYSCATE Network.

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This week we take a look at the suite of the education tools built into Microsoft 365.

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Kathi Kersznowski is a Technology Integration Specialist in southern NJ. She is a blogger, national presenter, keynote speaker, proud MIE expert and Master Trainer, and insatiable enthusiast about everything EdTech, STEM/STEAM and Educational Leadership. Scott Titmas is a former classroom teacher, now Technology Integration Specialist in Old Bridge, NJ. He is a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert and proud advocate of student voice. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).

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t's summer and we have the time to reflect, refresh, and use our time in personally meaningful ways. What are your plans?

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Mike Peck is the technology and cyber school coordinator at Pen Argyl Area School District. His professional interests include supporting students, teachers, and administrators by supporting them in their move towards personalized learning and the meaningful integration of technology into the curriculum. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).

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Join us as we put a spotlight on ISTE's Ed Tech Coaches Network and the activities they have planned for ISTE 2018.

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Leslie Fagin is an instructional technology coach in Griffin, Georgia and works with secondary school teachers on effective technology integration. Leslie was a contributing author for Edumatch: Snapshot in Education 2016, recognized as the ISTE Edtech Coaches Network PLN Award Winner for 2017, and is a Google Certified Educator Level 1 and 2, Trainer, and Innovator. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).

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For many of us, summer begins the season for relaxing, reflecting, and professional development. Join us as we look at how teachers are planning to use the summer break.

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Rachelle Poth is a Spanish and STEAM Teacher as well as an Attorney. She is President-Elect for the ISTE Teacher Education Network and was selected as one of "20 to watch" by the NSBA, the PAECT Outstanding Teacher of the Year for 2017, and a Future Ready Instructional Coach. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).

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What are the best ways to use digital tools for learning? Join us for a quick primer that will get you up to speed quickly.

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Monica Burns is the author of Tasks Before Apps: Designing Rigorous Learning in a Tech-Rich Classroom (ASCD). She is a curriculum and educational technology consultant, Apple Distinguished Educator, and founder of ClassTechTips.com. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

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Join us as we look back on highlights of the last five years of #Edtechchat and look ahead to the future.

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Alex J. Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Jaime Donally is a passionate technology enthusiast. Donally provides staff development and training on trending technology topics to conferences and districts around the country. Her latest adventures include the startup of Global Maker Day and #ARVRinEDU. Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

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Augmented reality and virtual reality tools are opening new doors for creative instruction in the classroom and beyond. Join us as we explore a few possibilities.

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Alex J. Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Jaime Donally is a passionate technology enthusiast. Donally provides staff development and training on trending technology topics to conferences and districts around the country. Her latest adventures include the startup of Global Maker Day and #ARVRinEDU. Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

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Our guest is passionate about the role teachers can and should play in leveraging education technology. Join us for a thoughtful discussion about teacher agency in digital learning.

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Tim Hebda has been teaching third, fourth, and fifth graders in Connecticut and Maine for ?20? years. He is a leader in technology integration focusing on creativity, documentation, and empowering students. In addition to his classroom work, Tim is Dean of Professional Growth at Waynflete School, and co-organizer of EdCamp Maine, and Technology Liaison for Southern Maine Writing Project. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. (CoSN).

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Teachers are always in search of more resources to supplement textbooks and support instruction. Open education resources may be the answer.

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Josh Allen is the technology integration specialist for the Lewis Central Community School District in Council Bluffs, IA. He is a member of the #GoOpen Leadership Team, a Google for Education Certified Trainer, and co-host of the Dads In Ed podcast. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).

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The Internet has redefined both the process of doing research as well as the challenges. Our guest is passionate about teaching savvy research skills. Join us as she shares valuable insights on good research practices for teachers and students.

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Eva Harvell is the Technology Director for the Pascagoula-Gautier School District in Pascagoula, MS. She has worked in K-12 education since 2002. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

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Sure, failure is part of the process of learning and growth, but try telling that to students and parents. In this episode. we talked about how to think about failure and use the term effectively in education.

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Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).

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Tammy Neil is a Computer Science teacher. She teaches grades 6-12 in a growing CTE program at Branford High School in Suwannee County, FL. Outside of the classroom, she is the lead organizer for Edcamp Branford, co-moderates #FLedChat and #RuralEdChat each week on Twitter. She is a Google Certified Trainer. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).

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Teachers and educators have wonderful and insightful stories to tell. Our guest decided to collect some of those stories from teachers at his school and publish them in a book.

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Todd Nesloney is an Award Winning Educator, Author, & International Speaker, Academy of Education Arts & Sciences BAMMY Elementary Principal and Elementary Teacher of the Year, TCEA Classroom Teacher of the Year, White House Champion of Change, NSBA "20 to Watch", Co-Founder of Kids Deserve It and Co-Host of the Kids Deserve It Podcast. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).

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This week we look at changes in the layout of learning spaces and attempt to debunk the myths and misconceptions of what matters and what does not.

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Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

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Join us for a fascinating and informative update on the ways digital learning has evolved

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Tom Murray is the State and District Digital Learning Policy and Advocacy Director. He joined the Alliance 2014 as the state and district digital learning policy and advocacy director, where he works alongside state education departments, corporations, and school districts across the country. Tom’s wealth of experience in K12 digital leadership has been recognized at the national level. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ.

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The scope of possibilities wherein education technology can enhance instruction is much broader than we often think. Join us as we explore the possibilities.

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Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

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With education technology, learning doesn't have to cease when a weather event or other emergencies cause closure. Learn how technology can help.

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Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

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Education technology and education technology problems are inseparable. When ed tech problems surface, what are the best sources you can turn to for help?

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Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan M. Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). A former K-12 Technology Director and Senior Fellow in the Office of Educational Technology at the U.S. Department of Education, she is the author of Digital Citizenship: A Community-Based Approach Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

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Join us as we jump into the spirit of the season as we look at the gifts, the challenges, and our hopes as we close out the year.

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Susan Bearden is Senior Education Pioneer Fellow, Office of Educational Technology, U.S. Department Of Education. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

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The "Hour of Code" is coming to a school near you. Why are educators signing up their students and staff to learn a bit about coding? What are the benefits? Should you jump in? If so, how?

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Susan Bearden is Senior Education Pioneer Fellow, Office of Educational Technology, U.S. Department Of Education. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

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Learn how to introduce technology into the classroom by meeting students where they are.

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Susan Bearden is Senior Education Pioneer Fellow, Office of Educational Technology, U.S. Department Of Education. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

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When technology works it's wonderful. When technology fails it can be disastrous. Join us as we share our most horrendous moments and what we learned.

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Susan Bearden is Senior Education Pioneer Fellow, Office of Educational Technology, U.S. Department Of Education. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

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We're back and we're talking about the often overlooked value of Makerspaces, beyond the tools and spaces.

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Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

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There is considerable confusion between augmented reality and virtual reality. Join us as we unpack the use of augmented reality in education.

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Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

David Saunders is an educator and library media specialist working in southwestern CT. David is a TED-Ed Innovative Educator, Google Certified Innovator, Trainer, and Administrator. Dr. Micah Shippee, is an innovative 'ideas' person who thinks outside the box. He wears many hats as a 7th grade Social Studies teacher and turnkey technology trainer. Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT.

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Technology in the classroom is a double-edged sword. When technology is used well, it's a powerful enabler. When technology in the classroom is managed poorly, it can be a massive liability. Our panel offers smart strategies for making technology work in your classroom.

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Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University. Susan Bearden is Senior Education Pioneer Fellow, Office of Educational Technology, U.S. Department Of Education. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Greg Bagby is an elementary school principal in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

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The cyber landscape is becoming increasingly dangerous. Cyberattacks are on the rise and it's more important that educators be aware of how to protect themselves and their students.

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Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University. Susan Bearden is Senior Education Pioneer Fellow, Office of Educational Technology, U.S. Department Of Education. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Greg Bagby is an elementary school principal in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

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What are the reasonable expectations and smart uses of missed school days due to weather?

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Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University. He has created his own makerspace for Pre-service Teachers. Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan Bearden is Senior Education Pioneer Fellow, Office of Educational Technology, U.S. Department Of Education.

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Join us for a quick update on how the rules of using social media in education are evolving.

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Heidi Larson is the lead of the Investing in Innovation (i3) Education Technology Community. She is also an outreach liaison for the Regional Educational Laboratory Northeast and Islands and is developing curricula materials for an NSF grant on building social technology capacity. Susan Bearden is Senior Education Pioneer Fellow, Office of Educational Technology, U.S. Department Of Education.

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Expert opinion on screen time with kids is evolving with research and practical experience. Join us as we discuss the most recent guidance.

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Greg Bagby is Currently an elementary school principal in Chattanooga. He has worked to close the digital divide in his school and in his city. Katrina Stevens, the former Deputy Director of the Office of Education Technology at the U.S. Department of Education, works to bring together stakeholders from across the ed tech ecosystem to make better research-based tools for schools. Susan Bearden is Senior Education Pioneer Fellow, Office of Educational Technology, U.S. Department Of Education.

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Technology has made it easier than ever to collaborate beyond your local school community. Join us as we discuss the benefits and share some tips on how to get started.

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Sarah Thomas is a Google Certified Innovator and the founder of the #EduMatch movement, a project that empowers educators to make global connections across common areas of interest. Sarah is a Regional Technology Coordinator in Prince George's County Public Schools. Susan Bearden is Senior Education Pioneer Fellow, Office of Educational Technology, U.S. Department Of Education. Twitter: @sarahdateechur

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Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne. Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Katrina Stevens, a former teacher and administrator, is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group.

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In this week's chat we explored what educators are thinking as we head back to school.

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Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT.Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.

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African Americans, Latinos and girls have at least one thing in common. They are underrepresented in certain tech classes like coding. How can we change this?

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Karina Stevens, a former teacher and administrator, is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne. Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT.

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In this segment we look at tools that can support your work flow and help you get and stay organized.

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Dr. Justin Staub is a Social Studies teacher and building technology leader at the Downingtown STEM Academy, an International Baccalaureate world school with a 1:1 Macbook Program. Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne. Katrina Stevens, a former teacher and administrator, is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group.

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In this segment we explore prevailing attitudes about implementing new education technologies.

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Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Katrina Stevens, a former teacher and administrator, is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.

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In this segment we talk about how to model and encourage students to use social media constructively and become good digital citizens.

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Shelly Sanchez Terrell is a teacher trainer, the author of The 30 Goals Challenge for Educators, and an international speaker deemed as one of the top educators in social media. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.Tom Murray serves as the Director of Technology and Cyber Education for the Quakertown Community School District in Bucks County, Pa.

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Our guest, Eric Sheninger, was recently included on Time Magazine's list of the 140 best Twitter feeds. He was the only educator on the list. We thought it could be helpful to sit down with him, pick his brain and see if we could glean any insights about how any educator could create a better Twitter feed.

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Eric Sheninger is an award-winning Principal at New Milford High School located in Bergen County, NJ, speaker and author of Leadership for Principals Digital Leadership: Changing Paradigms for Changing Times. (www.ericsheninger.com...Twitter handle-@NMHS_Principal and blog, A Principal's Reflections.

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In this week's segment, we look back on the first year of edtechchat. It's been some ride. Join us as we reflect on the highlights and lessons of year one.

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Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne. Katrina Stevens, a former teacher and administrator, is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group.

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In this week's segment we talk about how to create on-going, differentiated, and highly personalized, professional development.

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Sheryl Farnsworth is a School Improvement Consultant, with an emphasis in Literacy, and Technology, and AIW from Iowa. Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Tom Murray serves as the Director of Technology and Cyber Education for the Quakertown Community School District in Bucks County, Pa.

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This week's segment on BYOD (Bring your own device) initiatives revealed widely diverse views on the popularity,benefits and challenges of these programs. Tune in to learn more.

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Dr. Tim Clark is the Coordinator of Instructional Technology for Forsyth County Schools. He is the author of the BYOTNetwork blog at www.byotnetwork.com and is a co-moderator of #byotchat. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne. Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Katrina Stevens, a former teacher and administrator, is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group.

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Most educators now agree that PD should be differentiated, so why is this still a problem? Tune in as we explore this issues as covered in the 3/24/14 #edchat.

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Jonathan R. Werner is a Library and Instructional Technology Specialist at the Library and Learning Commons in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. Through Cape's 1:1 iPad program, he provides faculty and students with support for educational technology integration. Katrina Stevens, a former teacher and administrator, is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.

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Should you have separate personal and professional social media accounts? Should you segment your social media activity? How transparent should you be online? What are the best practices for school policies on social media? Should schools provide social media training for teachers? Tune in for answers to these questions and more...

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Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne. Katrina Stevens, a former teacher and administrator, is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group. Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT.

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Online learning is growing in popularity. It is being implemented in various ways, some more successful than others. In this episode we explore what works in online learning, what doesn't and why.

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Brad Rathgeber is the Executive Director of the Online School for Girls, a nationwide consortium of more than eighty independent schools, that builds high quality, relationship-centric online courses. Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Tom Murray serves as the Director of Technology and Cyber Education for the Quakertown Community School District in Bucks County, Pa.

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Snow days, hurricane days, flood days, Weather related school closings has been a big issues this year. In this segment we talk about how schools can use technology to deal with the weather's impact on schools.

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Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.

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In this segment we discuss highlights of the #Edtechchat from 2.24.14. The question this week: Should computer coding be a required subject?

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Susan M. Bearden, is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Katrina Stevens, a former teacher and administrator, is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group.

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Dysfunctional relationships between tech directors and teachers can be profoundly frustrating to all. However, strong, collaborative relationships between tech directors and teachers can create exceptional learning possibilities. In the segment we talk about how to optimize these relationships to support learning.

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Jimmy Casas is the principal at Bettendorf High School in Bettendorf, IA and named 2012 Iowa State Principal of the Year and co-founder/moderator of #IAedchat. Aaron Becker has served for the Fairfield Community School District in Iowa as a high school principal. He is co-founder #IAedchat. Matt Degner is Principal at South East Junior High. Tom Murray serves as the Director of Technology and Cyber Education for the Quakertown Community School District in Bucks County, Pa.

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In this segment we take a look at how educators are using Legos and apps in project- based learning.

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Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media & Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University. Nathan is a former co-moderator of #iPadchat and part of the #BYOTchat team.Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT.

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In this segment we take a look at project based learning and how technology is opening up new possibilities for learning by doing.

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Amanda Dykes is a Science and Tech Ed/STEM teacher in Birmingham, AL. She has degrees in technology integration and speaks often on being a connected educator was well as using technology and PBL in the classroom. Todd Nesloney is a 5th grade teacher in Waller, TX. He is one of the National School Board Association's "20 to Watch" and the Center for Digital Educations "Top 40 Innovators In Education". Tom Murray serves as the Director of Technology and Cyber Education for the Quakertown Community School District in Bucks County, Pa.

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In this segment we discuss meeting teachers and school leaders where they are to build a bridge to connectivity. Our guest and hosts discuss the scaffolding required to build capacity and offer real-world strategies and tactics to infuse connectivity into school culture.

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Dr. Joe Mazza serves as K-12 Director of Connected Teaching, Learning & Leadership for the 6th largest school district in Pennsylvania. He is the Founder and co-host of #PTchat. Susan M. Bearden, is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne. Tom Murray serves as the Director of Technology and Cyber Education for the Quakertown Community School District in Bucks County, Pa.

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On this week's episode of Edtechchat Radio we cover highlights of the 1/27/14 Twitter chat exploring the questions: What makes a great education conference? How can you make the most of attending conferences?

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Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Katrina Stevens, a former teacher and administrator, is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group. Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT.

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February 5th is digital learning day and over 700 groups will be getting involved. Learn more about it and why you should participate.

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Terri Schwartzbeck serves as a Senior Digital Outreach Associate at the Alliance for Excellent Education, functioning at the intersection of policy and communications. Sara Hall is director of the Alliance’s Center for Secondary School Digital Learning and Policy. Tom Murray serves as the Director of Technology and Cyber Education for the Quakertown Community School District in Bucks County, Pa.

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In this segment of #edtechchat, we review the highlights of the the 1 /13/14 #Edtechchat the implications of the new tools for teaching writing.

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Vicki Davis is an author, speaker and a classroom technology teacher and author of Flattening Classrooms, Engaging Minds. Katrina Stevens, a former teacher and administrator, is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group. Tom Murray serves as the Director of Technology and Cyber Education for the Quakertown Community School District in Bucks County, Pa.

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In this segment of #edtechchat, we review the highlights of the the 1 /6/14 #Edtechchat on student content creation and better project based learning.

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Tony Vincent, @tonyvincent, is a former fifth grade teacher turned educational technology consultant. He's worked with teachers in 38 states and in multiple countries. Susan M. Bearden, Twitter @s_bearden and @HTEATech, is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne. Katrina Stevens, a former teacher and administrator, is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group.

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In this segment of Edtechchat we review the highlights of the past year and go out on the limb to make predictions for the year ahead.

Katrina Stevens, a former teacher and administrator, is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.

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In this segment we talk with Eric Sheninger and Joe Mazza about how education technology is changing the mandate and practice of education leadership.

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Eric Sheninger, is an award-winning Principal at New Milford High School located in Bergen County, NJ, speaker and author of Leadership for Principals Digital Leadership: Changing Paradigms for Changing Times.Dr. Joe Mazza, @Joe_Mazza, is Project Manager for Connected Teaching, Learning and Learship aat North Penn, Pennsylvania. Tom Murray, @thomascmurray, serves as the Director of Technology and Cyber Education for the Quakertown Community School District in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.

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It was clearly Christmas time on #edtechchat as the theme was, "a few of my favorite things." Tune in for a wonderful holiday list of tech tools, apps and resources.

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Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne. Katrina Stevens, a former teacher and administrator, is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group. Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT.

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In segment we talk with two education leaders about the growing need to tell the stories of the great things going on in your school and how to do it masterfully.

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Dr. Joe Sanfelippo, @Joesanfelippofc, is Superintendent and Elementary Principal of the Fall Creek School District in Fall Creek, Wisconsin. Tony Sinanis, @Cantiague_Lead, is the Lead Learner of Cantiague Elementary School, which was recognized as 2012 Blue Ribbon School by the US Department of Education. Sharon Plante, @iplante, is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT.

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It's that time of year again when the question turns to what tech to buy or ask for this season. This week on the 11/18/13 Edtechchat, we discuss what's naughty and what's nice.

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Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.

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In this summary of the 11/11/13 Edtechchat, we look at some of the hurdles and pitfalls educators need to be aware of around using web tools.

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Adam Bellow is founder and President of eduTecher and eduClipper, and Technology Training Specialist for a school district on Long Island. Katrina Stevens is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group, and cofounder of #MDedchat and #edtechchat. Tom Murray serves as the Director of Technology and Cyber Education for the Quakertown Community School District in Bucks County, Pa.

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In this summary of the 11/04/13 Edtechchat we look back at the wake of National Connected Educator Month and try to assess its impact.

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Katrina Stevens is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group, cofounder of #MDedchat and #edtechchat, and contributing writer for Edsurge and SmartBlog for Education. Sharon Plante, is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Susan M. Bearden, is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.

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In this summary of the 10/31/13 Edtechchat, U.S. Secretary of Edcuation Arne Duncan is our guest moderator. Tune in as we recap the week's chat on being a connected educator.

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Tom Murray serves as the Director of Technology and Cyber Education for the Quakertown Community School District in Bucks County, Pa. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.

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In this summary of the 10/14/13 Edtechchat on google Apps for education, we are joined by one of the nation's leading trainers on Google education apps.

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Rich Kiker is a director of online Learning for a K-12 school district. Previously, he was was a Media Technology Chair and Technology Coach in Pennsylvania's Classrooms for the Future initiative. Rich is one of the leading certified Google trainers in the nation. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Tom Murray serves as the Director of Technology and Cyber Education for the Quakertown Community School District in Bucks County, PA.

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The transition to digital learning and digital classrooms has begun. In this summary of the 10/07/13 Edtechchat we explore the questions being asked and some of the guidelines emerging to help educators through the digital transition.

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Pam Moran is superintendent of Albemarle County Public Schools in Virginia. Her blog is http://spacesforlearning.wordpress.com. Mary Ann Wolf, PhD is the CEO of Wolf Ed. She co-directs the MOOC-Ed on the Digital Learning Transition; wrote the Culture Shift: Teaching in a Learner-Centered Environment; and co-authored two papers on mobile learning for UNESCO and CoSN and the Leveraging Teacher Preparation 2.0 for CTQ. Glenn Kleiman is the Executive Director of the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation and a Professor at the NC State University College of Education and founder of Teaching Tools Software, Inc. and the author of Brave New Schools: How Computers Can Change Education. Tom Murray serves as the Director of Technology and Cyber Education for the Quakertown Community School District in Bucks County, PA.

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In this summary of the 9/30/13 Edtechchat we discuss the STEM an STEAM Movements and look at how to get students passionately engaged.

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Justin Staub is a Social Studies teacher and building technology leader at the Downingtown STEM Academy, an International Baccalaureate world school with a 1:1 Macbook Program. Aside from teaching, Justin is finishing his doctoral degree in Educational Leadership / Educational Technology. Twitter @MrStaubSTEM or on his blog drstaub.wordpress.com. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ.

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In this summary of the 9/23/13 Edtechchat we discuss the Maker Education Movement which focuses on co-creating and hands-on learning.

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Laura Blankenship is the Computer Science Coordinator at The Baldwin School outside of Philadelphia. Andrew Carle is the Director of Maker Education at Flint Hill School in Northern Virginia. Tom Murray serves as the Director of Technology and Cyber Education for the Quakertown Community School District in Bucks County, PA. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ.

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In this summary of the 9/16/13 Edtechchat we discuss best practices for using social media in the classroom and modeling those practices.

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Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne. Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Katrina Stevens, a former teacher and administrator, is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group.

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This week's chat on focused on the books being read and recommended by #edtechchat participants. The discussion yielded many great suggestions. Listen in as we review the books everyone is reading.

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Katie Regan is a high school English educator and technology integration specialist and one of the #ladygeeks from lady geeks.org where she co-hosts a web show and podcast all about technology every Thursday night. Tom Murray serves as the Director of Technology and Cyber Education for the Quakertown Community School District in Bucks County, PA. Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.

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This week's chat on focused on the books being read and recommended by #edtechchat participants. The discussion yielded many great suggestions. Listen in as we review the books everyone is reading.

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Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.

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This week's chat on Web 2.0 tools identified connection, collaboration, creation of an authentic audience, and a more compelling way have students demonstrate the learning as some of the benefits. In this segment we explore the pros and cons and how to identify the most useful tools.

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Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne. Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Katrina Stevens, a former teacher and administrator, is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group.

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The New Media Consortium's Horizon Report is an annual study that identifies the emerging technologies,trends and challenges set to impact K-12 education in the next five years. In this segment of Edetechchat Radio, we provide highlights, projections and commentary on the report gleaned from last week's #Edtechchat.

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Alice Keeler is a teacher on special assignment at ACEL charter high school, adjunct professor California State University Fresno, Google Certified Teacher, New Media Consortium K12 Ambassador, Microsoft Innovative Educator, curriculum designer, consultant, speaker, presenter. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Samantha Adams Becker, Senior Director of Communications for the New Media Consortium (NMC), is the lead writer and researcher for the NMC Horizon Report series, which documents the emerging technologies, trends, and challenges that vastly impact all education sectors across the world.

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In this segment we recap last week's edtechchat on Google Apps for Education. We discuss many of the unique tools and how they an be applied in classrooms as well as cover how to become a Google Certified Trainer.

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Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.

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In this segment we recap last week's first "open chat" where the topics surfaced Edcamp style from the participants in real-time. The result was a spike in participation, great ideas and a round up of great tools... listen to the summary.

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Alex J Podchaski (@ajpodchaski) serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Sharon Plante (@iplante) is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Susan M. Bearden (@s_bearden) is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.

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In this segment we discuss we tea with two educators from the Flipped Network to talk about flipping your classroom, the best technologies to use and low tech ways to flip.

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Karl Lindgren-Streicher teaches 9th and 10th graders, mostly about world history and is on the edcampSFBay organizing team. Cheryl Morris has taught English, History, and Physics in California public schools for ten years. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.

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In this segment we discuss highlights from the July 8th #Edtechchat on avoiding summer learning loss.

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Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.

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In this segment we discuss the this week's edtechchat on how to make the best of the summer break.

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Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne. She is a contributing author to the Huffington Post and was ranked #9 on their list of “The 50 Most Social CIOs on Twitter.” Katrina Stevens is a former teacher and administrator and is currently an education consultant with the Tuscany Group.

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In this segment we discuss the this week's edtechchat on how to make the best of the summer break.

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Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ.

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Schools districts, parents and teachers are becoming increasingly aware of the myriad issues that Internet access introduces into school settings. This week we discuss the digital challenges teachers face.

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Katrina Stevens, a former teacher and administrator, is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group. Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.

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According to our guests pre-service teachers, administrators, and universities are behind the education technology curve. This week's Edtech Chat discussed the challenges we face in bridging the gap between etdech possibilities and preparation.

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Lyn Hilt is an Elementary principal; K-6 technology integration coach; author, "The Principal's Post" (blog)and regular on-air commentator for BAM Radio Network. Scott McLeod, J.D., Ph.D., is widely recognized as one of the nation’s leading experts on K-12 school technology leadership issues. Dr. McLeod currently serves as the Director of Innovation for Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency in Iowa. He also is the Founding Director of the UCEA Center for the Advanced Study of Technology Leadership in Education (CASTLE).

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In this episode of EdTechChat Radio, we look at the benefits and challenges of using iPads in the classroom.

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Sharon Plante is Director of Technology at Eagle Hill-Southport in Southport, CT. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.

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In this episode of EdTechChat Radio, we discuss smart strategies and tools for curating digital resources.

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Steven Anderson is the Director of Instructional Technology for the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools where he oversees the technology program for 80 schools and 53,000 students. He has won several awards including being named a 2012 ASCD Emerging Leader and the worldwide Edublogs Educational Twitterer of the Year. Tom Murray serves as the Director of Technology and Cyber Education for the Quakertown Community School District in Bucks County, Pa. Tom is a former middle school assistant and elementary school principal.

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In this episode of EdTechChat Radio, we discuss what makes really great and effective technology-based professional development. We also cover things to avoid.

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Caroline Vander Ark Davis is COO and Partner of Getting Smart an education advocacy firm that advocates for innovations that customize learning and extend access (Twitter @Cvanderark). Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Tom Murray serves as the Director of Technology and Cyber Education for the Quakertown Community School District in Bucks County, Pa. Tom is a former middle school assistant and elementary school principal.

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In this segment of Edtechchat we review the highlights of the past year and go out on the limb to make predictions for the year ahead.

Katrina Stevens, a former teacher and administrator, is an education consultant with the Tuscany Group. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Susan M. Bearden is the Director of Information Technology at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy in Melbourne.