THRIVEinEDU by Rachelle Dene Poth: Recent Episodes
Rachelle Dene Poth
Welcome to the THRIVEinEDU podcast where learning happens and random thoughts related to all things education are shared. Listen in each week as I talk about some of the emerging trends and topics in education. Topics include Artificial Intelligence, AR/VR, Global Collaborations, Preparing Students for the Future, PBL, SEL, Coding, the Power of PLNS and more.
About Matt Matt Jubelirer is General Manager of Education at Microsoft, where he leads the worldwide industry marketing team. He works with schools and institutions as they pursue their mission in a time of profound change, helping leaders harness AI and modern technology to improve teaching, learning, and operations while preparing students for work and life. Matt is an advocate for the potential of AI to support students, educators, and administrators by increasing access, personalizing learning, and helping institutions extend their impact. He believes teachers are more important than ever as technology reshapes how students learn and how institutions serve their communities. He works closely with education leaders to explore how innovation can strengthen outcomes while staying grounded in trust, security, and the protection of student data.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjub
Microsoft AI Tools: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/education/ai-in-educationMicrosoft Resources for Educators: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/educator-center/topics/ai-for-education
About RachelleEducator, AI Strategist, Keynote Speaker, Consultant, Attorney, & AuthorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelledenepoth/Subscribe to my newsletter. bit.ly/pothnews1Check out my blog www.Rdene915.comwww.Rdene915.com.Contact me for speaking & training related to AI, AI & the law, AI and Healthcare, Cybersecurity, STEM, and more! bit.ly/thriveineduPDInterested in a sponsored podcast or collaboration? Contact me! Rdene915@gmail.com
About Adrian Adrian Martinez is a student, soon to be enrolled at the University of Toronto, where he will study Computer Science with a Focus in Human-Computer Interaction. Adrian was homeschooled for most of his life, became involved in creating games, and has worked with a variety of companies focused on emerging tech. Adrian has created a math platform called Infinilearn. Infinilearn is a math game where students explore a fantasy world, battle monsters, and level up by solving math problems. The math IS the game, not a layer on top. It is available for students in grades 6-8. It is free to play and works on any device.For students: https://play.infinilearn.com There is a Facebook group as wellhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/1821259698739178Connect with AdrianLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theadrianm YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/shortcutgamez X: https://x.com/theadrianm_
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Sharing my experiences from working with districts across the country. Focus on digital citizenship, digital wellness, and AI.
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I had a great conversation with Dr. Sheldon L. Eakins, Author, Educator, and Founder of the Purposeful Teaching Academy and Host of the Leading Equity PodcastSheldon L. Eakins, Ph.D., is an experienced educational leader with over 15 years of experience in K–12 and higher education. He has served as a teacher, special education director, school principal, and adjunct professor. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, Dr. Eakins focuses on creating learning environments where all students feel accepted, supported, and included. He is the author of multiple books, including What Are You Bringing to the Potluck? How School Leaders Set the Table for a Community of Belonging and Meaningful Classroom Management: Adapting Your Teaching to Build Culture and Community. Additionally, Dr. Eakins hosts the "Leading Equity Podcast" and is the founder of the Purposeful Teaching Academy. His work centers on student success, school leadership, and building a strong sense of belonging in schools. Contact:sheldon@purposeful247.com Cell: 318-730-8204IG: @sheldoneakins Twitter: @sheldoneakinsWebsite: purposeful247.com
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About PritenPriten is a part-time Faculty Instructor at College Unbound, a bachelor’s degree-granting institution focused on adult learners, where he teaches courses including Family & Society, Ethics of Ed Tech, Arguing for Truth, AI in My Life, and How We Know What We Know. He also serves on the Faculty Curriculum Committee, which reviews and approves new courses, substantive curricular changes, and revisions to grading policies.Priten has lectured on topics including educational justice, public speaking, cognitive biases and social change, moral luck and forgiveness, and writing for social change. He has worked with audiences ranging from elementary school students to graduate students to educators in India.Priten holds a visiting research position as an Associate in the Department of Philosophy at Harvard’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences (September 2025–present), where he focuses on developing philosophically grounded yet practical approaches to teaching critical, ethical reasoning at scale for educators and students.Priten is the author of AI & The Future of Education: Teaching in the Age of Artificial Intelligence (Wiley, 2023), which has been translated into Arabic, Simplified Chinese, Turkish, and Vietnamese; released as an audiobook (Tantor Media, 2024); received over 150 academic citations; sold over 8,000 copies; and reached #1 in three Amazon bestseller categories. It has been featured in Harvard Magazine, Church Times, University World News, and Ed. Magazine.Priten's second book, Ethical Ed Tech: How Educators Can Lead on AI & Digital Safety in K-12 (Wiley, 2026), is available now. The book provides a framework organized around philosophy, policy, and practice to help educators develop shared values, build institutional infrastructure for ethical decision-making, and apply these to the concrete dilemmas they face daily. It draws from conversations with educators, technologists, and students facing real ethical challenges, and includes case studies, discussion guides, and practical tools for implementation.Priten's writing has appeared in Education Week, eSchool Learning, and other publications.Priten has delivered keynotes and workshops at conferences including the Singapore International Science Teachers’ Conference, the Texas Computer Educators Association, the Virginia DOE Innovative Teaching and Leadership Conference, the World Education Summit, the National Council for the Social Studies, and the Responsible AI Summit, and has appeared on more than 40 podcasts discussing AI and education. (Including two appearances on ThriveinEDU!)Priten hosts two podcast shows that launched in early 2026: Margin of Thought, featuring interviews with educators and academics conducted for Ethical Ed Tech, and Know. Care. Act., focused on liberal arts education and civic engagement.Lectures and WorkshopsAcademic PositionsBooksThought LeadershipNew book: Ethical Ed Tech: How Educators Can Lead on AI & Digital Safety in K-12 (Wiley, 2026)Learn more:Connect with Priten: ethicaledtech.org and priten.org!
About RachelleEducator, AI Strategist, Keynote Speaker, Consultant, Attorney, & AuthorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelledenepoth/Subscribe to my newsletter. bit.ly/pothnews1Check out my blog www.Rdene915.com.Contact me for speaking & training related to AI, AI & the law, AI and Healthcare, Cybersecurity, STEM, and more! bit.ly/thriveineduPDInterested in a sponsored podcast or collaboration? Contact me! Rdene915@gmail.com
About Olivia Olivia Odileke is the founder of Kampus Insights CC and a leading voice in curiosity-driven learning, helping educators spark student thinking before instruction begins. She has trained thousands of teachers and school leaders to design engaging, high-impact learning experiences that build confidence and deepen understanding. Through her work and the Spark Curiosity EDU Conference, she is on a mission to help educators rediscover the joy of teaching and lead with wonder. Website:https://oliviaodileke.com/ Conference: https://sparkcuriosityedu.comSpark Curiosity AI Coach: https://ai.sparkcuriosityedu.com
About RachelleAbout RachelleEducator, AI Strategist, Keynote Speaker, Consultant, Attorney, & AuthorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelledenepoth/Subscribe to my newsletter. bit.ly/pothnews1Check out my blog www.Rdene915.com.Contact me for speaking & training related to AI, AI & the law, AI and Healthcare, Cybersecurity, STEM, and more! bit.ly/thriveineduPDInterested in a sponsored podcast or collaboration? Contact me! Rdene915@gmail.com
I absolutely loved this conversation with Rod. I have known him for about seven years and have followed his work. I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did and that you will grab a copy of his book, The Narrative Edge. It is a tremendous book that I highly recommend. Linked below.About Dr. Rod BergerDr. Rod Berger is recognized globally as an expert in the art of strategic storytelling. Rod has conducted over 4,000 interviews worldwide, including an audience with Pope Francis, NBA great Magic Johnson, and F1 World Champion Jenson Button. He has also engaged with United Nations officials in Rome and NGOs in Uganda’s refugee camps, uncovering the challenging life stories impacting an individual's everyday life.
With a firm understanding of how the art of storytelling can change lives, Rod has codified his practice as a communication architect to help empower individuals and organizations to build strong cultures and brands, create powerful narratives, and identify how to lead with impact, influence, and most importantly, curiosity.
With a doctorate in clinical psychology, Rod guest lectured at Vanderbilt University’s Owen Graduate School of Management for nearly two decades and acts as a strategic advisor to several companies in the U.S. and abroad. He contributed to Forbes for several years and writes for Entrepreneur Mag, and wrote the cover story for Los Angeles Magazine’s February 2025 issue, and he hosts three podcasts within his Dr. Rod Berger Channel.
Learn more about Rod's work on his website: https://www.drrodberger.com/ Podcasts: https://www.drrodberger.com/podcastGrab a copy of his book: The Narrative Edge: Authentic Storytelling that Meets the Moment on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Narrative-Edge-Authentic-Storytelling-Moment/dp/1394331290 Contact Rod for speaking: info@drrodberger.com
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About JacieAn educator for the last 29 years, Dr. Jacie Maslyk, has served as a classroom teacher, reading specialist, elementary principal, and assistant superintendent. Under her leadership, her district became recognized for innovative practices in STEAM and Maker Education. Dr. Maslyk also oversaw the successful implementation of several change initiatives, including district-wide literacy interventions, project-based learning, and innovative community partnerships that transformed the culture of the district while increasing student engagement.Dr. Maslyk currently serves as an instructional coach and educational consultant, supporting schools and districts through professional learning and job-embedded coaching. She provides workshops (on-site and virtual), model lessons, and curriculum support to districts and organizations across the country.A published author, Jacie has written several books, including STEAM Makers: Fostering Creativity and Innovation in the Elementary Classroom, 2nd Edition. She is also a featuredblogger and content creator for a number of educational organizations. Dr. Maslyk has been a featured presenter, as well as a keynote speaker, for several national conferences, providing inspiration and support for educators and school leaders.
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jaciemaslyk Twitter: https://x.com/DrJacieMaslykBooks Available on Amazon
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Robert Cobbs, M.Ed., is an EdTech executive, author, and keynote speaker recognized for turning complex technology challenges into clear, fundable strategies that schools can execute. As the CEO and Founder of Tech My School, he has guided schools worldwide—supporting leaders across Puerto Rico, the United States, and international communities as they modernize learning, strengthen systems, and accelerate results. Cobbs is also the creator of Tech Plan Genie (www.techplangenie.com), the world’s first technology and strategic planning software built specifically for education. The platform combines AI-enabled guidance with a structured planning workflow to help organizations produce data-informed roadmaps that align instruction, operations, and investment.Through Tech My School, Cobbs has raised millions of dollars to expand technology access and innovation for underprivileged schools in Puerto Rico. His professional learning and leadership development work spans the full education continuum—from early learning programs to higher education—equipping educators and administrators with practical, research-informed approaches that drive adoption and sustainability. He is the creator of the Caribbean’s largest EdTech conference, The Tech My School Spring Educator's #EdTech Conference, a premier gathering for educators and leaders committed to future-ready learning. Cobbs is also the author of Tech Centered Learning Driven, a practical guide for educators seeking to improve teaching and learning through effective technology integration.
Links to learn moreTech Centered, Learning Driven Robert's Book
Linkedin
Tech Plan Genie
Tech My School
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About MisbahMisbah leads Business Development at Wakelet, a visual curation and collaboration platform. He is passionate about helping educators and students turn ideas into meaningful, shareable learning experiences that drive real impact.
Learn more about Wakelet: www.wakelet.comRead about Wakelet Create: https://wakelet.com/blog/introducing-wakelet-create-turn-your-collections-into-ai-powered-outputs
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Join me in this bonus episode to think about screen time, digital wellness, AI, and how to support students and families. I share some insights from across the country on these topics and also pose some questions for you to consider.
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In this episode, I share ideas about Digital Wellness and activities for students and educators. I also share some insights about cellphone policies, the conversations I have been involved in, and classroom observations.
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About my guestsDr. Suzanne L. Weekes, Ph.D., is Chief Executive Officer of the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) and Professor Emerita of Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
She leads SIAM, an international professional society dedicated to advancing applied mathematics and computational science — the tools that power innovation in data science, engineering, technology, and scientific discovery. SIAM supports educators, students, researchers, and industry professionals through conferences, publications, and programs that connect mathematical thinking to real-world challenges. Dr. Weekes earned her Ph.D. in mathematics and scientific computing from the University of Michigan.
Before becoming SIAM’s CEO in 2021, she spent more than two decades on the faculty at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where she held multiple academic leadership roles. She is a Fellow of the Association for Women in Mathematics and a recipient of the Mathematical Association of America’s
Deborah and Franklin Tepper Haimo Award for Distinguished College or University Teaching. She has also received national recognition for excellence in mentoring and for leading programs that broaden participation and expand career pathways in the mathematical sciences.
Dr. Christopher Musco is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at New York University. He joined NYU after completing his Ph.D. in computer science at MIT. His research focuses on applying mathematics to the design and analysis of efficient randomized algorithms for problems across computational science, data science, and machine learning. His work has been funded by the US Department of Energy and the National Science Foundation, including an NSF Early Career Award. In addition to research, Prof. Musco teaches courses at NYU in algorithms and machine learning. Prof. Musco competed in the SIAM M3 Challenge in 2008 as a high school student. His team made it to the final event in NYC and received an honorable mention. Participating in the Challenge was a formative
experience, inspiring Prof. Musco to major in applied math as an undergrad and influencing his path into research. After finishing his Ph.D., he reconnected with the M3 Challenge team in 2018 and volunteered, first as a judge, and most recently as a member of the Problem Development Committee and Lead Technical Computing Judge. About the M3 ChallengeMathWorks Math Modeling Challenge is an entirely internet-based math modeling competition with no registration or participation fees. High schools and sixth-form schools in the U.S., England, and Wales are eligible to enter teams of 3-5 students. Register your team by February 20, 2026. $100,000 in scholarships is available this year! Learn more at https://m3challenge.siam.org/.Modeling Resources for Students (https://m3challenge.siam.org/resources/)* Free MATLAB licenses (https://m3challenge.siam.org/learn-technical-computing/)
* Practice problems (https://m3challenge.siam.org/resources/sample-problems/)
* Math modeling handbooks (https://m3challenge.siam.org/what-is-math-modeling/modeling-handbooks/)
* Webinars (https://m3challenge.siam.org/resources/2026-webinars/)
* Videos (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0C3D55F2E8B6A33B)
Modeling Resources for Educators* GAIMME Report (Guidelines for Assessment and Instruction in Mathematical Modeling Education) https://www.siam.org/publications/reports/guidelines-for-assessment-and-instruction-in-mathematical-modeling-education/ * Teaching Math Modeling Video Series (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kobCknsU_Co&list=PLf_ipOSbWC86v1GZY94CmszMFCBdxGtDA) .
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Always great to talk with Weston, and I had just finished reading his latest book and enjoyed asking him to talk through some of the things that really resonated with me.
About WestonWeston Kieschnick is considered one of the world’s most recognizable and sought-after speakers and educational leaders. He is an award-winning teacher, best-selling author, TEDx speaker, coach, husband, and father. His latest book, Hidden Work: What Separates Top Performers From Underachievers, is now available. He is also the author of The Educator’s ATLAS, Bold School, Breaking Bold, co-author of The Learning Transformation: A Guide to Blended Learning for Administrators, and the creator and host of Teaching Keating, one of the most downloaded podcasts in the United States for educators and parents. Weston has worked in collaboration with innovative tech and publishing companies (Google, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, Apple) to redefine teaching and learning in schools. As such, he’s advised educators from every state in the US and more than 30 countries around the world. Districts where Mr. Kieschnick has designed content, implemented initiatives, and trained educational leaders have been recognized by the Learning Counsel as being among the top ten in the nation for their work in blended learning. You can find Weston’s work published in EdWeek, EdTech Magazine, The Spark, and featured on TED, the 10-Minute Teacher, Teaching Tales, Kids Deserve It, and LeadUp Teach. Connect with Weston on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, or at WestonKieschnick.com.
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Matt Hamilton is an educator and facilitator who is currently leading community and social at Diffit for Teachers. I enjoyed having this conversation with Matt about the work he is doing with educators and all of the exciting new things we can expect from Diffit.I have used Diffit for a few years and recommend exploring it if you have not yet! Here is a link.Are you a first-year teacher? Click here!
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Deirdre Quarnstrom: Deirdre Quarnstrom is VP, Engineering for Education and leads Microsoft’s AI-enhanced learning product portfolio and strategy. She started her work in education, bringing Minecraft Education to students and educators around the world. Deirdre also serves as a Director on the board of the Block by Block Foundation and is a founding partner and advisor at Reaction, a social impact VC fund. Trey Davis: Trey Davis is the Chief Information Officer for Broward County Public Schools, the sixth largest K-12 school district in the United States, accountable for technology strategy and operations district-wide. Over his 35-year career, he has worked in both public and private sectors and founded multiple technology startups. He has worked in all major operating markets worldwide, with multiple residencies in France, Germany, South Africa, and the United Kingdom with Lotus Development and IBM.
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In this episode of the ThriveinEDU podcast, I share the importance of reflection in personal and professional growth. Reflection is essential for understanding our experiences and improving our practices. Rachelle shares practical strategies for incorporating reflection into daily routines, engaging students and colleagues in the process, and avoiding isolation by building connections with others. The episode concludes with a reminder of the impact reflection can have on our work and the importance of continuous learning.
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Career-connected learning opportunities for our students and preparing them for the future. Does innovation require technology?Some questions to consider and ideas to explore in our classrooms.
A quick episode with some tips about AI literacy, protecting one's data, developing policies, and other considerations when it comes to AI. About RachelleEducator, Keynote Speaker, Consultant, Attorney, and AuthorSubscribe to my newsletter.Check out my blog and submit a guest blog.Contact me for speaking & training related to AI, AI and the law, Cybersecurity, SEL, STEM, and more! bit.ly/thriveineduPDInterested in a sponsored podcast or collaboration? Contact me! Rdene915@gmail.com
About JagritiJagriti Agrawal is a co-founder of Kira where she’s channeling her background in AI to help teachers unlock student potential. Before starting Kira, she built automation software for the Mars 2020 rover mission at NASA—but it was the pull toward building something with real-world impact in classrooms that brought her to education. She’s passionate about making powerful tools accessible to every teacher and student.
Sign up: https://bit.ly/rachelle-get-kira X: https://x.com/Kira_Learning LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/kira-learning/
About Rachelle
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Dr. Matthew Rhoads is a dynamic EdTech and instructional leader, specializing in AI and technology integration, co-teaching and inclusion strategies, instructional coaching, and data-driven leadership. With extensive experience across TK-20 education, he coaches teachers, manages learning applications, and leads technology initiatives for a consortium of Adult Education Schools. Dr. Rhoads has written 10 influential books on instructional coaching, tech integration, educational leadership, and co-teaching. He also lectures at San Diego State University and works closely with doctoral students at Concordia University Irvine, supporting the next generation of educational leaders.Most recently the 2025 CCAE Southern Adult Education Service Award Winner and the 2020 San Diego CUE Tech Innovator of the Year, Dr. Rhoads is dedicated to creating equitable and inclusive classrooms. Connect with Dr. Rhoads on LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/matthew-rhoads-ed-d-95772120), join the conversation on Twitter (@mattrhoads1990) or Threads/Instagram at DrRhoadsEdu.https://matthewrhoads.com/https://matthewrhoads.com/books/https://x.com/MattRhoads1990
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Bruce Jackson — Tech Innovator with a Mission for InclusionAs CTO and Co-Founder of Kai’s Education, I’ve dedicated my career to making technology an open door, not a barrier. Growing up with ADHD and partial blindness, I know firsthand how traditional learning can leave students behind. That experience drives my mission to create tools that make coding, STEM, and creative problem-solving accessible to all learners — regardless of their starting point.Before Kai’s Education, I founded 3D Printing Systems, bringing cutting-edge manufacturing tools into classrooms and industry. At Kai’s, I lead the design and development of our award-winning products — Kai’s Clan and KaiBot — blending robotics, AR/VR, and screen-free coding to turn classrooms into immersive, hands-on learning spaces.Recent highlights:* Driving product innovation that has won Common Sense Top Pick for Learning and Smart AI Toy Award. * Partnering with Apple, Project Lead The Way, and global accessibility leaders to ensure inclusive learning experiences. * Expanding Kai’s Education’s reach to schools in the U.S., Europe, and beyond.
For me, it’s never just about teaching kids to code — it’s about building confidence, sparking curiosity, and giving every student the tools to create their own future.
Ronel Schodt — Empowering the Next Generation of Creative LearnersAs CEO and Co-Founder of Kai’s Education, I’m on a mission to make learning feel less like instruction and more like discovery. Our tools blend robotics, coding, literacy, math, and creative play to help all students thrive — from emerging readers and math-averse learners to neurodiverse students and those left out of traditional models.I believe computer science shouldn’t be a luxury or an afterthought — it should be part of every child’s toolkit for thinking, creating, and solving real-world problems.Recent highlights:* Keynote speaker at Electrify Aotearoa 2025, sharing our journey scaling an edtech startup globally.
* Workshop facilitator on creative coding and cross-curricular integration for young learners.
* Leading Kai’s Education’s U.S. expansion, now growing in Texas, Utah, and New York.
* Forging partnerships with Apple, Common Sense, and the American Printing House to support accessible learning for all.
In my role, I focus on:* Vision & culture — driving our mission and strategy. * Sales & growth — building sustainable revenue through district partnerships. * Partnerships — working with institutions, investors, and educators to ensure our solutions are relevant, accessible, and loved.
We’re not just selling robots — we’re unlocking confidence, curiosity, and creative thinking in the next generation.
Website: kaiseducation.com
LinkedIn: Bruce Jackson ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruce-jackson-nz/) & Ronel Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronel-schodt-a6a07411/
Email: info@kaiseducation.com
For schools: book a demo directly via our site.
Social: @kaiseducation on all major platforms.
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Always enjoy having Thomas and Thomas on the show! Great work they are doing with Eduaide for educators! Hope you enjoy this episode and sign up to use Eduaide. Then share it with other educators!
Thomas Hummel is a middle school science teacher and soccer coach. He is the Chief Product Officer and Co-Founder of Eduaide.Thomas Thompson is the co-founder and CEO of Eduaide.Ai, where he is building an end-to-end instructional design platform for teachers enabled by generative AI. His work integrates cognitive science, instructional design, and the history and philosophy of education to translate research into practical tools for the classroom. A former classroom teacher and non-profit director, he has maintained a consistent focus across roles: creating systems that support effective teaching and account for the complexities of how people think, learn, and develop over time.
More about EduaideEduaide platformEduaide on XEduaide on LinkedInThomas HummelThomas Thompson
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About Dr. Will Will Deyamport, III, Ed.D., aka Dr. Will, is a District Instructional Technologist, edupreneur, and host of The Dr. Will Show Podcast. Featured on Forbes.com, EdSurge, and more, he helps K–12 educators go digital through coaching, PD, and online learning. He’s also the director of the documentary The Edupreneur: Making the Impact and the Income and author of The Edupreneur: Your Blueprint to Jumpstart and Scale Your Education Business. Watch the film: [Vimeo OnDemand]
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Moderator: Dr. Rachelle Dené PothPanelists: Jeff Bradbury: Author: Impact Standards: Designing District Systems that Power K12 Learning and Founder of the TeacherCast Educational NetworkRick Gaston, Head of Teacher Professional Development at KiraCourtney Morgan, Teacher Professional Development Manager at KiraDescription: AI is changing the way we teach and learn — but not all students (or teachers) feel ready to embrace it. In this interactive session, we’ll tackle the “elephant in the room” by addressing AI skepticism head-on and showing how educators can use AI to support, not replace, authentic learning.Our panel will share practical strategies for:* Introducing AI in ways that build trust and confidence
* Using AI to personalize learning without sacrificing rigor
* Guiding students to think critically about AI-generated content
* Saving time on prep while deepening instructional impact
Whether you’re curious, cautious, or already experimenting with AI, you’ll leave with ready-to-use ideas, examples you can adapt tomorrow, and a clear picture of how AI can meet every learner exactly where they are.Powered by Kira Learning (blurb)This session is presented in partnership with Kira, an AI-powered teaching and learning platform that helps educators save time, personalize instruction, and engage every student. Learn more at kira-learning.com
About MichelleMichelle Manning is an Instructional Technology Integration Specialist with over 30 years of experience in education. She is passionate about using technology to enhance the curriculum, making personalized lessons accessible for all students to learn and demonstrate their knowledge. As a presenter and featured speaker at international conferences, Michelle shares her expertise with educators, helping them integrate technology into their classrooms. She emphasizes the role of technology as a digital assistant, empowering educators to save time and transform their teaching practices.Connect with Michellehttps://www.facebook.com/ManningTechTalk/https://x.com/ManningTechTalkhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/manningtechtalk/https://www.instagram.com/manningtechtalk/https://bsky.app/profile/manningtechtalk.bsky.social https://www.threads.net/@manningtechtalkhttps://www.tiktok.com/@manningtechtalk https://www.youtube.com/@ManningTechTalk
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About ValerieValerie Brock is the Curriculum Director at Day of AI, where she leads the development of engaging, age-appropriate AI literacy resources for educators and students. Before joining Day of AI, she served as a Computer Science Education Manager with NYC Public Schools, supporting teachers in integrating computer science across classrooms citywide. Valerie began her career as a special education teacher for grades K–8, where she focused on blending technology with student interests to create meaningful learning experiences. A passionate advocate for AI education, she has also developed early childhood curricula to help young learners understand the impact of AI on their daily lives. Valerie holds a B.S. in Childhood Education, an M.S. in Special Education from St. John’s University, and a School Building Leader certificate from the College of St. Rose.Links:DayofAI.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/brock-valerie/https://x.com/home
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Learn more about Frederick: Frederick "Rick" is an ISTE Certified Educator, Trainer, and ISTE Certified Instructional Leader, a Google for Education Champion that is a member of the Certified Innovator (#NYC19 cohort), Trainer, and Coach communities, the founder and leader of GEG Minnesota Metro Area, a GEG Mentor, a co-president of CSTA-MN, a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert from 2020-2025, a Microsoft Innovative Educator Fellow from 2022-2025, and an Adobe Creative Educator Innovator that is passionate about leveraging technology to make the daily work of educators more efficient, their teaching more engaging, and their lives more fulfilling. He earned his BA in music education from the University of Minnesota at Morris with majors in trombone and voice, a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction focused on Arts Integration from Lesley University, and a Master of Science degree in Educational Technology from Mankato State University including Graduate Certificates for Digital Educator, Technologist, Educational Technology in the Classroom and Computer, Keyboard, and Related Technology. He has been an educator in ISD #271, Bloomington Public Schools, since 1998. He is available for professional development, teacher trainings, speaking engagements, and educator-to-educator connections. Frederick "Rick" Ballew@BallewEdTechhttps://www.ballewedtech.org
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Kelli Chavez is an educator at Beehive Science and Technology Academy who is passionate about student learning and exploring new ideas in her classroom. We talk about her use of Socrait.Socrait is a voice-enabled class assistant designed by a teacher who understands the demands of the job.Socrait helps with this by automating some of the time-consuming (yet essential) aspects of teaching. Tasks such as taking attendance, logging behavioral incidents, tracking student participation, recording praises, reminders, warnings, and even drafting personalized follow-up emails to families are important and can take away valuable time from our students.
https://socrait.com/getting-started/
https://x.com/Socrait_PBC
https://socrait.com/about/
https://socrait.com/alpha100/
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Bio: Alyssa Faubion, known as Farmer Faubs, is a passionate educator, innovator, and advocate for creativity in the classroom. As District Growth Manager at Book Creator, she brings over a decade of experience transforming teaching and learning through cutting-edge technologies. Alyssa has presented at leading conferences, including FETC, AIR Show, ISTE, and served as a keynote speaker at MACUL, showcasing how edtech can spark creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking.Connect on X: @farmerfaubs
Bio: Jessica Faubion has been an educator for 14 years, spending 12 of those years teaching in El Paso, Texas, where she taught Language Arts, Dyslexia intervention, Gifted & Talented, Math, and Science. She now teaches 8th-grade U.S. History in Kentucky. Jessica strives to create engaging learning experiences that spark curiosity in all students. She believes in meeting learners where they are and inspiring them in unique ways. A strong advocate for project-based learning, Jessica designs opportunities for students to explore historical concepts through creative, hands-on projects that promote critical thinking and collaboration.--Connect with Jessica: on X @Jess_faubion
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About MatiMati is currently Co-Founder & COO at School In One, an EdTech App (Endeavor ScaleUp 2025 Miami-based) operating in the USA as a SaaS or "SIS" (Student Information System) for K12 schools (kindergarten to 12th grade). The platform also operates back in LatAm, with +700,000 users, 40 full-time employees, $2.5M ARR, and +800 schools in 120 different cities. The team raised $500K from one Investor in LatAm for the US market expansion.
Over the last few years, he helped +300 startups internationalize in Miami, with an accelerator that Mati co-managed until October 2023, owned by businessman Moishe Mana. During that moment, He structured strategic alliances with Dell for Startups, Wilson Sonsini, Zendesk, Delta & LatAm Airlines, Marriott, Deel, and acceleration, internationalization, and local economy promotion programs with Microsoft, IDB, ProChile, ProColombia, Uruguay XXI, Ingenio Incubadora, Ganesha Lab, etc., bringing $1M ARR and growing the team from 2 to 8 people.Learn more about Mati on LinkedIn. School In One websiteInstagram: School In OneLinkedIn: School In One
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In this pop-up episode, I share some tools to explore for educators. AlmanackDiffitEduaideSnorklTeachShare
And School In One, an all-in-one platform! Schedule a meeting with Mati Barbero to learn more and tell him that Rachelle recommended School In One: https://calendar.app.google/GKBeBXAzJ4U8RRX37
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About VernonVernon Wright, also known as @TheWrightLeader, is a multifaceted professional whose work spans across speaking, mentoring, serving on boards, authoring, leading, and educating. He has shared insights gleaned from his diverse experiences with audiences at various levels, from regional to national, and has been featured on over 50 podcasts.Vernon is a sought-after and dynamic speaker who frequently shares his expertise and insights at a wide range of educational conferences, including prestigious events such as TCEA (Texas Computer Education Association), Learning Forward Texas, the IDCC (Instructional Design Coaching and Consulting) Leadership Conference - ESC Region 10, and TCASE (Texas Council for Administrators of Special Education). Soon, Vernon will expand his reach when he speaks at the Leadership EDIT Conference in Kansas City in June, on the convergence of leadership, empathy, trauma-informed practices, and more.His speaking engagements and workshops focus on assisting educational institutions and organizations in developing strong synergies among their teams and building high-performing, collaborative cultures that foster innovation and success. Vernon's ability to connect with his audience and share actionable strategies has made him a popular and respected figure in the education community.In addition to his speaking engagements, Vernon has also been involved in significant collaborative projects within the educational technology sector.Notably, he played a key role in the former joint venture between Microsoft EDU and CUE Inc. (Computer-Using Educators), where he contributed his expertise to the development and implementation of innovative educational technology solutions.Vernon is dedicated to mentoring others in their pursuit of excellence and invites you to connect with his work at TheWrightLeader.com.Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/thewrightleaderLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thewrightleader Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewrightleader/
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About MariaMaria is the CEO of Socrait, PBC, bringing 30 years of experience in education, including classroom teaching, online learning design, and EdTech innovation. After the sale of Coursetune, where she was co-founder and CEO, Maria just wanted to go back to teaching and embarked on an “adventure” into K-12 education as a teacher at Beehive Academy of Science and Technology. Her current work focuses on leveraging AI and advanced technologies to tackle some of the most pressing challenges in education today. Maria lives in Utah, where she enjoys hiking in slot canyons, camping in a tiny trailer, and being walked by her two huskies.
Links AI Detective Game
https://socrait.com/getting-started/
https://x.com/Socrait_PBC
https://socrait.com/about/
https://socrait.com/alpha100/
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Ronil Dubal is an 11th-grade student in San Jose, California. He is the founder of Studysnap, a free AI-powered app that helps students study productively.
Description of Studysnap: Studysnap turns pictures of textbook pages and handwritten notes into interactive practice quizzes and flashcards.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronildubal/Learn more about Studysnap: https://studysnap.app/
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We had a great conversation about coding, STEM, and CodeMonkey! Our students love using CodeMonkey, and it is fun to get started with. You will definitely enjoy this conversation with Javier! Be sure to connect with Javier to learn more!About JavierJavier Aguilar is in his eleventh year of working at East Fort Worth Montessori Academy as a bilingual technology applications/computer science teacher and robotics coach for our PreK to 5th Grade Students. Javier has an Associate of Applied Science degree in Computer Drafting from TSTC, a Bachelor’s in Applied Technologies in Workforce Leadership and Training from UT at Brownsville, and a Master's of Education in Educational Technology from UTRGV.He is a current member of the Dallas / Fort Worth Computer Science Association chapter @dfwcsta CSTA. Javier actively promotes equity and innovation in education, particularly within the realm of computer science for elementary school students.As a father of two girls, Javier believes it is important for educators to support minorities and encourage them to learn technology for their future. At his school, he leads after-school clubs for coding and robotics. Javier encourages girls to participate in these clubs to provide them the confidence of learning technology. He believes the misconceptions of technology, computer science, STEAM and robotics are only for boys or smart girls. His goal is to expose ALL students to these fields and spark their early interest in them. Twitter : @javierfaguilar LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jfaguilar
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About JodiJodi’s academic background includes an MA in Math, an MSc in Astrophysics, and a PhD in Education. Early in her career, Jodi dreamed of being an astronaut and went to Houston, where she was an onboard software verification analyst for IBM during the first 25 missions of the space shuttle. Later, Jodi taught Physics and Astrophysics to some of the brightest students in the country at the laboratory school at the University of Illinois. In 1993, she came to TERC and led several science education projects at TERC involving curriculum development, professional development of teachers, and educational research. In 2009, she co-founded EdGE with her colleagues to study how game-based learning can transform science education. More recently, Jodi has focused on neurodivergent learners and has published an innovative book titled Reaching and Teaching Neurodivergent Learners in STEM: Strategies for Embracing Unique Problem Solvers Available: (Routledge/Taylor&Francis; Publication date: November 23, 2023). Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Reaching-Teaching-Neurodivergent-Learners-STEM/dp/1032562471/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0Zoombinis link is: http://www.zoombinis.com/
INFACT Activities (and more): https://www.terc.edu/ndinstem/resources/
Book : https://g.co/kgs/XtphAiW
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Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon & connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle: * Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org * Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeckconsulting?mibextid=LQQJ4d * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/ * Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org * Podcast: Thriving Educator * Book: Buy it here.
About Joshua:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work in education.Joshua is passionate about implementing trauma-responsive techniques, exploring alternative student discipline methods, and promoting healthy leadership habits. He is deeply committed to enhancing leadership capacity through self-care practices, ensuring that educators are equipped to lead with empathy and resilience. As the author of The Language of Behavior and Aspire to Lead and host of two popular podcasts, Joshua continues to inspire and empower educators and leaders worldwide.* Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/
* Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper
* IG: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper
* LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper
* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast
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* Book: "The Language of Behavior" NOW Available: https://amzn.to/4hrtsKI
The Language of Behavior is an essential guide for school leaders committed to transforming their school culture and addressing student behavior through a more compassionate, effective approach. Drawing on their extensive experience in education, Charle & Joshua challenge outdated disciplinary practices and offer a clear, trauma-informed framework that empowers educators to interpret student behavior as a form of communication. Through three core tenets—Consider the Environment, Explore the Root Causes of Behavior, and Respond with Intentionality—this book equips leaders with actionable strategies to foster positive behavior, build stronger relationships, and cultivate a more supportive school climate.
Packed with real-world case studies, evidence-based practices, and insights into the lasting effects of childhood trauma, The Language of Behavior provides school leaders with the tools to create lasting, meaningful change. It offers a roadmap to reduce behavior issues, re-engage students and staff, and establish a culture of accountability and empathy. This book is not just a reference—it's a call to lead with vision and transform how we approach discipline, ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive.
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About Charle:Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. She holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work as a 20+ year veteran in education (K-12). As a global keynote speaker, she delivers powerful messages of hope to educators and facilitates meaningful professional development. Charle successfully equips school staff with practical tools to mitigate teacher burnout and the youth mental health crisis providing relief to schools all across the country. Her unique lens as a high school teacher turned clinical therapist specializing in trauma makes her stories relevant and captivating to educators struggling in today’s system. You can purchase her book “Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution” on Amazon and connect with her on X @CharlePeck.Follow Charle Peck: * Website: www.ThrivingEducator.org * Twitter: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck * Facebook: * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck/ * Other: charle@thrivibgeducator.org * Podcast: Thriving Educator * Book: Buy it here.
About Joshua Stamper:Joshua Stamper is the Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, a multifaceted role that encompasses his talents as an author, podcaster, leadership coach, and education keynote speaker. With a rich background as a middle school administrator, classroom art educator, and athletic coach, Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work in education.Joshua is passionate about implementing trauma-responsive techniques, exploring alternative student discipline methods, and promoting healthy leadership habits. He is deeply committed to enhancing leadership capacity through self-care practices, ensuring that educators are equipped to lead with empathy and resilience. As the author of The Language of Behavior and Aspire to Lead and host of two popular podcasts, Joshua continues to inspire and empower educators and leaders worldwide.Follow Joshua: * Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/
* Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper
* IG: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper
* LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper
* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast
* Subscribe to Aspire to Lead: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2
* Book: "The Language of Behavior" is NOW Available: https://amzn.to/4hrtsKI
The Language of Behavior is an essential guide for school leaders committed to transforming their school culture and addressing student behavior through a more compassionate, effective approach. Drawing on their extensive experience in education, Charle and Joshua challenge outdated disciplinary practices and offer a clear, trauma-informed framework that empowers educators to interpret student behavior as a form of communication. Through three core tenets—Consider the Environment, Explore the Root Causes of Behavior, and Respond with Intentionality—this book equips leaders with actionable strategies to foster positive behavior, build stronger relationships, and cultivate a more supportive school climate.
Packed with real-world case studies, evidence-based practices, and insights into the lasting effects of childhood trauma, The Language of Behavior provides school leaders with the tools to create lasting, meaningful change. It offers a roadmap to reduce behavior issues, re-engage students and staff, and establish a culture of accountability and empathy. This book is not just a reference—it's a call to lead with vision and transform how we approach discipline, ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive.
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About StephanieStephanie Wössner is a freelance consultant and speaker specializing in future-oriented learning, with a focus on extended reality, game-based learning, AI, design, futures thinking, the metaverse, and learning environments. Until 2019, she worked full-time as a foreign language teacher and is currently head of the Future of Learning division at the State Media Center of Baden-Württemberg. Alongside her work, she earned a Master of Arts in Game Studies and a Master of Science in Game-based Media and Education in 2024 from the Center for Applied Game Research at Danube University for Continuing Education in Krems, Austria. In February 2025, she published a book titled Future:Guide Education – learning how to design the future (only available in German).She firmly believes that our understanding of education must fundamentally change—and that we must actively shape this transformation. That’s why her work centers on forward-thinking impulses for the transformation of (lifelong) learning. In a digitally connected and constantly evolving world, she sees the need to collaboratively shape a human-digital future—an era in which technology supports and enhances human capabilities.She sees great potential in developing competencies through play—particularly through game-based learning and virtual worlds that enable self-directed, immersive, and collaborative learning experiences. For her, this is key to the future of learning and to building a livable human-digital world.#lifelonglearning #playfulness #learningenvironments #humanmachineteamplay Linkswww.steffi-woessner.dewww.petiteprof79.euhttps://shop.thefutureproject.de/products/future-guide-bildungLooking to get started with augmented and virtual reality? Dive into Delightex!Sign up for Delightex (formerly CoSpaces Edu https://www.delightex.com/) and explore the gallery and many resources to get started!
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I loved this conversation with Rick and Tisha! I recommend their book and connecting with them!About RickRick Butterworth is a founder, product designer, and developer who has dedicated just under two decades to revolutionizing user interactions and learning experiences in online applications. With a strong background in UX/UI, front-end development, and product management, Rick possesses a versatile skill set that drives innovation and creates meaningful impact. Rick's journey began at the University of Salford, where he cultivated Visual Basic Script and Aviation Technology skills. Overcoming dyslexia, he embraced his unique learning style, which ultimately fueled his determination to succeed and help learners who struggle with their learning challenges. In his early twenties, Rick began his entrepreneurship by looking for a solution to a problem and developing his first software application, which is used by aviation enthusiasts. He then founded a successful web design and development company catering to diverse industries such as technology, aviation, photography, and media. Additionally, his expertise encompasses wireframing, prototyping, and interactive design, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and React programming languages. www.rickbutterworth.comhttps://iste.org/tomorrowleaders (along with Amazon, Target, B&N, etc)
Rick's website is www.rickbutterworth.com
About TishaTisha Poncio received her M.S. in Learning Technologies from the University of North Texas in 2019, expanding her passion to inspire learners, educators, and leaders. With over two decades of dedicated service in the education and instructional design fields, Tisha's energy and enthusiasm have fueled her success as a teacher, digital learning coach, learner, and leader. Throughout her career, Tisha has left a lasting impact on her students, guiding them in subjects ranging from Web Design, Graphic Design, Business Computers, and Programming to English, Broadcast Journalism, and Entrepreneurship. In addition to her exceptional work as a classroom teacher, she served as an innovative digital learning specialist for over 12 years, leading and inspiring fellow educators and administrators with meaningful technology integration and instructional design that supports all learners. Tisha's commitment to staying at the forefront of educational and emerging technologies is evident throughout her journey. She was named a TCEA [Texas Computer Education Association] finalist for the Instructional Technology Specialist of the Year award in 2018 and contributed a chapter to the EduMatch 2020 Snapshot in Education: Remote Learning Edition. She continues seeking opportunities that support and empower students, teachers, and leaderswww.tishaponcio.com@tishaponcio on all social media and her website is www.tishaponcio.com
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Kelli’s Bio:Kelli Campbell has been at the forefront of the digital revolution in K-12 education throughout her career.A distinguished leader in the education sector, Kelli joined Acceleration Academies as Chief Executive Officer in 2023 with a passion for transforming the way education is delivered and a commitment to giving at-risk and disengaged students a second chance at a life that will make them and their families proud.Over the past two years, Kelli has led Acceleration Academies through a period of remarkable growth, expanding the organization’s mission to re-engage students and support school districts nationwide. Under her leadership, the Acceleration Academies has launched new academy locations, forged strategic partnerships with districts seeking innovative education solutions, and enhanced the flexible, student-centered learning model. She has prioritized investment in technology, enhanced facilities, curriculum development, and educator training to ensure every student receives the personalized support they need to succeed. Through her vision and dedication, Acceleration Academies continues to enhance the K-12 landscape, empowering more learners to earn their high school diplomas and build brighter futures. Prior to joining Acceleration Academies, Kelli spent 17 years at Discovery Education in various leadership roles. As President, she directed all aspects of the organization’s customer lifecycle management and oversaw the company’s domestic U.S. K-12 book of business from sales and marketing to enablement and operations. Kelli also served as the company’s President of International and University — leading the development of innovative partnerships with Ministries of Education in Egypt, Chile, and with channel partners worldwide. She also led the creation and launch of the Discovery Education’s Techbook line of business. In 2015, she served on the committee that developed President Barack Obama’s “Digital Textbook Playbook.” Previously, Kelli served as Vice President of Marketing & Product Development at Clearvue & SVE. An early pioneer in using cloud-based digital content for instruction, she also directed the creation, launch, and distribution of the award-winning PowerMediaPlus.com media-on-demand system.With more than 25 years of EdTech leadership experience, Kelli has a history in meeting revenue and profitability goals, operating a business, M&A integration, and private equity value creation. She has worked in both large corporations and small start-ups, with ownership structures ranging from private equity, to single owner, to publicly held companies.Kelli earned her bachelor’s degree at the University of Illinois and lives with her husband and two children in Bethesda, Maryland.Social media for both Kelli and Acceleration Academies:X/Twitter:* https://x.com/accelacademies
Facebook:* https://www.facebook.com/accelerationacademies1/
LinkedIn:* https://www.linkedin.com/company/acceleration-academies * https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelli-campbell-779b222/
Instagram:* https://www.instagram.com/accelerationacademies
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About Khalia
Khalia Tarver is a former elementary educator and the Founder of Ms. Murray's Corner, an online tutoring service. Ms. Murray's Corner provides Math & Literacy support to students in Pre-Kindergarten to Second Grade. She made the transition out of the classroom and currently serves as Senior Community Manager at EVERFI. Khalia is prepared to make a difference by assisting in molding the young minds of our future! She resides in Atlanta, GA, with her husband. Learn more about Ms. Murray's Corner:Links: www.msmurrayscorner.com and www.instagram.com/msmurrayscorner
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About Dr. ThomasSarah Thomas, PhD is the founder of EduMatch, an organization that empowers educators to make global connections across common areas of interest. She has spoken and presented internationally, participated in the Technical Working Group to refresh the 2017 ISTE Standards for Educators, and is a recipient of the ISTE Making IT Happen award. Sarah is a co-author of the ISTE digital equity series, Closing the Gap, and the winner of the 2023 Maryland Society for Educational Technology Outstanding Leader Using Technology award.En Francais:Sarah Thomas, PhD est une <
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Aman is co-founder of Factors Education, an award-winning Canadian Edtech Startup. He is also a Director at The Canadian Council of Black Elder Trailblazers, the Education Co-Lead for the Region of Peel for Anti-Racism, and an early founding member of the Human Intelligence Movement. Aman is focused on helping students prepare for a world of AI through building durable skills aligning with the portrait of a graduate.
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About Rachelle Dené PothRachelle is an educator, consultant, author, and attorney.Also, check out Rachelle's blog and submit a guest blog. Subscribe to the newsletter.Contact Rachelle for speaking and training related to AI, AI and the law, Cybersecurity, SEL, STEM, and World Language Educator training for each of these topics as well! bit.ly/thriveineduPD.Contact me for details if you are interested in a sponsored podcast or collaboration!
Looking to bring Augmented and Virtual Reality, Coding, and more into your Classroom? Give CoSpaces Edu a try!There are so many great examples in the Gallery of what to create, and they come with lesson plans and activity ideas, so getting started is easy! Create your account and use my code: COSRACHELLED or COSPromoRDP24.Check out all of the great resources available!
Mike Washburn is an educator, community builder, and the Director of Learning Experiences at Logics Academy. In this role, he leads teams in designing innovative educational content and collaborates with schools and districts to refine their goals and vision for technology integration.
A recognized leader in education technology, Mike was the co-host of the acclaimed podcasts OnEducation and the official Minecraft: Education Edition podcast, amassing over 500,000 career downloads. His voice has influenced educators worldwide through his writing for EdSurge and his appearances as a keynote speaker and featured presenter at major conferences across North America, including ISTE and FETC.
About MatataStudio EDUCheck out the Nous AI Set today! See all of their products.Read my blog about Nous AI. LinkedIn
About Logics AcademyLearn more about Logics Academy and how to get a VinciBot. You can sign up for the upcoming webinars to learn more about MatataStudio here. One on March 10th and April 15th.
About Kyle NiemisKyleis a friend and a great person to get to know. He keeps quite busy in his role with Quizizz, where he serves as the Head of Community. He spent many years in the classroom, and he is also an Ed-Tech Innovator & advocate for not making fish climb trees. Kyle was also the Co-Founder of @ClassroomQ.We had a great conversation, and Kyle even turned the tables on me and asked me some questions, too! I hope you enjoy learning about Kyle and Quizizz and have some laughs with us, too!Follow Kyle on X. @KyleNiemisCheck out Quizizz today!Accommodations information IntegrationsQuizizz AI
About RachelleEducator, Keynote Speaker, Consultant, Attorney and AuthorSubscribe to the podcast and my newsletter.Also, check out my blog and submit a guest blog.Contact me for speaking and training related to AI, AI and the law, Cybersecurity, SEL, STEM, and World Language Educator training for each of these topics as well! bit.ly/thriveineduPDIf you are interested in a sponsored podcast or collaboration, contact me for details!
I had a great conversation learning more about BEE READY KIDS with my guests Ms. Gina M. Ligouri and Dr. Eric Sparkenbaugh. Safety in our schools is such an important topic and Gina and Dr. Spark share their ideas, their story behind BEE READY and more!
About Gina M. LigouriMs. Gina M. Ligouri is a well-respected, trailblazing educator. She has earned numerous teaching accolades and credentials and was most recently named Pennsylvania's Technology Innovator of the Year. She currently chairs the English Department at Montour High School, in addition to teaching literature and project-based learning courses. Gina's academic achievements include degrees from Carlow University, Robert Morris University, and Duquesne University.
About Dr. SparkDr. Eric Sparkenbaugh is an esteemed and accomplished educator who has been working as a counselor, elementary principal, and school administrator for almost thirty years. He currently serves as the Assistant Superintendent and School Safety/Security Coordinator for the Montour School District. Eric has earned degrees from Bucknell University, Duquesne University, and the University of Pittsburgh.
About BEE READY KIDS - learn more about BEE READY and grab your copy today!
About RachelleRachelle is an educator, consultant, author, and attorney. Also, check out Rachelle's blog and submit a guest blog. Subscribe to my newsletter.Contact me for speaking and training related to AI, AI and the law, Cybersecurity, SEL, STEM, and World Language Educator training for each of these topics as well! bit.ly/thriveineduPD.Interested in a sponsored podcast or collaboration, contact me for details!
About JonathanJonathan Schor is the co-founder and CEO ofCodeMonkeyStudios, an EdTech company established in 2014.
CodeMonkey provides an engaging platform that teaches children coding through game and project-based courses. Jonathan's inspiration for founding CodeMonkey stems from his early experiences teaching programming to children using computer games. He envisioned making computer science education accessible globally, with a product that teachers can use without fear and kids will enjoy tremendously.
Under Jonathan’s leadership,CodeMonkey has grown into a leading platform for K-12 coding and computer science education, bringing fun, knowledge, and opportunity into the lives of millions of learners around the world.
About CodeMonkey:
CodeMonkey is an AWARD-WINNING online platform that teaches kids real coding languages like CoffeeScript and Python. Children and teenagers learn block-based and text-based coding through an engaging game-like environment. Millions of CodeMonkey's students are now excited about coding! CodeMonkey does not require prior coding experience to teach and is designed for schools, clubs, and home use.
Links for more information:
https://www.codemonkey.com/
https://www.codemonkey.com/courses/
https://www.codemonkey.com/teachers
https://www.codemonkey.com/case-studies/
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I really enjoyed our conversation about the collaboration between Tonies Education and TinkerClass and TinkerCast. Hope you enjoy!! About Drew Drew Vernon is a former child and current Education Director for Tonies, an interactive audio system for children. In this role, Drew researches and shares the educational benefits of Toniebox listening and play. Drew's work has led to Tonies becoming one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Education companies, as well as a nominee for the Toy Association's Creative Toy of the Year. Prior to tonies, Drew led the U.S. preschool division of LEGO, where he issued a "Prescription for Play" to half a million children. As an entrepreneur, Drew started a licensed drop-in childcare center in Connecticut. He earned an MBA from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and started his career in Marketing at Procter & Gamble. Drew lives in the mountains of Utah with his wife and three children (15, 12, 9). In his spare time, he enjoys running, making mediocre pottery, and co-hosting the "Childhood" podcast with his youngest daughter. About Tonies Join the Facebook group Contact: https://education.us@tonies.com
About Carole Carole Paterson holds an undergraduate degree in Biology from St. Lawrence University and a Master's in Independent School Leadership from Vanderbilt University. She began her career as an environmental educator and summer camp director in the Catskills of New York, igniting her passion for experiential-based learning and science education. After relocating to Pennsylvania, Carole focused on land and water conservation, working as a project coordinator with local and regional organizations to tackle environmental challenges and increase public engagement on critical environmental issues. In 2004, she earned her teaching certification from Saint Vincent College and spent seven years teaching high school environmental science. Carole’s career took a new turn when she joined an independent school faculty, transitioning to teach science to students in Kindergarten through 8th grade. Today, she serves in multiple roles at Valley School of Ligonier, including Science Teacher, Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Coordinator, Summer Camp Director, Advisor, and student support team member.In addition to her classroom responsibilities, Carole is a TinkerClass Community Tinkerer, where she shares her expertise on Podject-Based Learning tools to inspire and support fellow educators. Passionate about both environmental education and holistic student development, Carole continues to engage and motivate her students in meaningful, hands-on learning experiences. About TinkerClass "TinkerClass is the first interactive, K-5 educational podcast program that provides free tools and resources for teachers to deliver jaw-dropping instruction to students of all learning levels. TinkerClass projects [or podcasts + projects] combine project-based learning with the use of our educational, fun podcasts and invite students to listen, wonder, tinker, and make like scientists, engineers, and detectives! For more information, go to TinkerClass.com
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A great conversation! About Drew Drew Vernon is a former child and current Education Director for Tonies, an interactive audio system for children. In this role, Drew researches and shares the educational benefits of Toniebox listening and play. Drew's work has led to Tonies becoming one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Education companies, as well as a nominee for the Toy Association's Creative Toy of the Year. Prior to tonies, Drew led the U.S. preschool division of LEGO, where he issued a "Prescription for Play" to half a million children. As an entrepreneur, Drew started a licensed drop-in childcare center in Connecticut. He earned an MBA from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and started his career in Marketing at Procter & Gamble. Drew lives in the mountains of Utah with his wife and three children (15, 12, 9). In his spare time, he enjoys running, making mediocre pottery, and co-hosting the "Childhood" podcast with his youngest daughter.
Tonies: https://www.facebook.com/groups/736030273737701https://us.tonies.com/pages/tonies-education/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1254237428897763 Contact: https://education.us@tonies.com
About Carole
Carole Paterson holds an undergraduate degree in Biology from St. Lawrence University and a Master's in Independent School Leadership from Vanderbilt University. She began her career as an environmental educator and summer camp director in the Catskills of New York, igniting her passion for experiential-based learning and science education.After relocating to Pennsylvania, Carole focused on land and water conservation, working as a project coordinator with local and regional organizations to tackle environmental challenges and increase public engagement on critical environmental issues. In 2004, she earned her teaching certification from Saint Vincent College and spent seven years teaching high school environmental science.Carole’s career took a new turn when she joined an independent school faculty, transitioning to teach science to students in Kindergarten through 8th grade. Today, she serves in multiple roles at Valley School of Ligonier, including Science Teacher, Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Coordinator, Summer Camp Director, Advisor, and student support team member.In addition to her classroom responsibilities, Carole is a TinkerClass Community Tinkerer, where she shares her expertise on Podject-Based Learning tools to inspire and support fellow educators. Passionate about both environmental education and holistic student development, Carole continues to engage and motivate her students in meaningful, hands-on learning experiences.
About TinkerClass TinkerClass is the first interactive K-5 educational podcast program that provides free tools and resources for teachers to deliver jaw-dropping instruction to students of all learning levels. TinkerClass podjects [or podcasts + projects] combine project-based learning with the use of our educational, fun podcasts and invites students to listen, wonder, tinker, and make like scientists, engineers, and detectives!
For more information, go to TinkerClass.com"
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About Ian Ian is a former English teacher turned Partnerships Coordinator for Kialo Edu. He holds the strong conviction that quality education is at the foundation of a healthy society, and accordingly works to make it as widely accessible as possible. Having studied and taught all around the world, Ian is a believer in educational models that have us question our assumptions, empathize with others' experiences, and interrogate how the world we live in came to be. He holds master's degrees in Applied Linguistics and in English Education.
Links:
* Kialo Edu website
* What is Kialo Edu? (video)
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About Gautam and EnlightenAI Gautam is the founder of EnlightenAI, which helps teachers grade, give feedback, and implement data-driven instruction efficiently and effectively. EnlightenAI aims to maintain the human touch in AI-assisted grading. Its AI solution learns from and adapts to teachers as they grade and leave feedback for students, becoming more accurate and aligned to teachers with each graded submission. EnlightenAI is part of the Teaching Lab Studio, which supports entrepreneurs building high quality AI tools rooted in sound learning science. EnlightenAI is also backed by NewSchools Venture Fund and was selected for the GSV Cup 50 in 2024 as one of the most innovative edtech products in the world.
Gautam is a former teacher, Principal, and social impact entrepreneur. Most recently, he founded and was the Executive Director at Invictus Academy of Richmond, a high-performing independent charter school in the East Bay Area in California. Prior to founding Invictus, Gautam was an award-winning US History and AP US History teacher in Richmond, CA, where he led outlier gains in student achievement.
Links:
Visit EnlightenAI: https://enlightenme.ai/
Follow Gautam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gautam-thapar-234504a1/
Follow EnlightenAI on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/enlightenai/
Join the EnlightenAI Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/399908556395929
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I really enjoyed my chat with Gil and hope you will enjoy the episode. To learn more about Gil and his work, check out the links below. * Bio: Gil Rogers - Podfol.io * LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/gilrogers * Website: GR7 Marketing
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Happy New Year to everyone. This is a quick episode to share upcoming events and some tools to explore in the new year.
Are you headed to FETC, TRETC, TCEA, or OETC? Let me know! I will see you there. Need a keynote, PD training for your school or county, or sessions for your conference? I cover AI, AI and the Law, Cybersecurity, STEM, and more. bit.ly/thriveineduPD
Tools to explore Almanack AICodeMonkeyCoSpaces Edu. Use promo code COSPromoRDP24
I had the honor of speaking with Cheri Sterman and had such a wonderful chat! This is an episode that you don't want to miss! Be sure to share with others because Cheri provides such great insight and truly is an inspiration! We talked about the importance of creativity and what we can expect by participating in Crayola Creativity Week! Sign up here: But first, learn more about Cheri in this week's episode!
About Cheri Sterman, Senior Director of Education, Crayola Cheri Sterman is a nationally recognized leader in child development and education, and a passionate advocate of creativity and the influence it has on a child’s future potential. Cheri most recently helped Crayola launch its advocacy initiative, Campaign for Creativity, which challenges conventional perceptions about creativity, sparking a new dialogue about the value of creativity and helping parents incorporate more creative moments into their children’s lives. Cheri has served as vice-chair of the Partnership for 21st Century Learning and on the executive boards of the National Association for the Education of Young Children and the National Child Development Council. Cheri helps educators and community leaders expand their creative thinking. She hosts Crayola monthly online programs including: The Art of Learning, and Read Along-Draw Along where she interviews authors, illustrators, art therapists, and educators. Cheri has served as a consultant to the National Governors Association, White House Commission on Children and Youth, Children’s Defense Fund, and the President’s Committee on the Arts and Humanities’ Turn-Around Schools Initiative. Learn more about and connect with Cheri: LinkedInXK12 Digest article about Cheri's work around creative thinking School Library Journal - article about Crayola's Creativity Week
Be sure to sign up today! Crayola Creativity Week 2025!
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Hope you enjoyed my prior episode with my friends from fobizz! Here is a link to my short AI course and you can find many others and be sure to check out their great AI resources for educators too!
Episode 15 And enjoy this pop-up episode recognizing December and the Hour of Code with some ideas to explore computer science and how to bring coding and some STEM activities to all classrooms. Be sure to check out: CodeMonkeyKai's Education: KaiBot and more! MatataStudioEDU - Tale-Bot, VinciBot and Nous AI Robotical: Marty the Robot
And definitely, don't miss out the upcoming episode with my very special guest from..... tune in to find out!!
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I have been using fobizz for about a year and have enjoyed trying the different tools and even creating a course for other educators, about AI. We had a great chat about education, learning and what fobizz offers educators. Check it out today and reach out to the team with any questions too! Here is my AI short course link!
About my guests Ksenia Sokolyanskaya - Head of International Expansion
Ksenia is passionate about solutions that help educators save time, inspire creativity, enhance classroom engagement, and improve student outcomes. Having worked in the US and Germany over the last 20 years, Ksenia has significant experience managing cross-border relationships and adapting solutions to local needs. She has a background in strategic management, operations, and business development. Ksenia has a BA from Kenyon College and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Katharina Cordes - Content Director
As content director Katharina works with international educators on designing high-quality professional development courses building on her extensive experience in education. Her background in teaching across diverse countries and contexts informs her project-based approach to content creation, ensuring it prioritizes critical thinking and innovation. With a strong commitment to accessibility and effectiveness, she fosters a creative environment that empowers educators, for example, through AI Certification Training Programs and workshops.
Sign up link to create an account: https://plattform.fobizz.com/users/sign_up
Link to sign up for the certification training in the spring: https://fobizz.com/ai-certification-training/
I have been using CoGrader and was thrilled to have the chance to talk with Gil and learn more about the story behind the beginning of CoGrader and the work being done by the team. I hope you enjoy listening, and then check out CoGrader!
CoGrader Team Bio CoGrader is led by founders Gil Quadros Flores, Gabriel Adamante, and Vitor Barbosa, who bring a rich blend of educational and technical expertise. Gil and Gabriel, both with personal ties to education, founded CoGrader to alleviate the heavy grading workload faced by teachers. Gabriel, a former English teacher, and Gil, who comes from a family of educators, experienced firsthand the challenges teachers face. They joined forces with Vitor, who has over a decade of experience in AI and ML, to create CoGrader's advanced AI-driven grading platform.
The team has a proven track record of building successful businesses, having scaled and exited multiple ventures across the US, Europe, and Latin America. This collective experience, combined with their commitment to equitable education, has helped CoGrader achieve rapid growth. With endorsements from advisors like Pete, former deputy commissioner of NJ Department of Education, former educators and support from impact investors including UC Berkeley. CoGrader is revolutionizing the grading process and helping over 1,000,000 global learners success. Follow Gil on LinkedInCoGrader on X CoGrader site CoGrader CertificationsCoGrader PD
I had a blast chatting with Jennifer before, during, and after our recording! I have known her for years, but this is the first time we got to sit and chat live! I guarantee we will have a part II to our conversation! I hope you enjoy this episode! And be sure to check out all of Pando PR's services.
About Jennifer, APRFounder & CEO of Pando Public Relations Jennifer has worked in education technology since the early days when teachers were first learning how to use PowerPoint in the classroom. Back then, she drove the highways of California in a modified bus stocked with hardware and software from dozens of companies. That’s where she learned the ins and outs of education and gained first-hand experience working with teachers. From there, she took over as public relations manager for PowerSchool, which was a darling of its time and has since grown to be one the largest and most respected companies in education. Jennifer launched her consulting business with her first major education client, Holt McDougal, and a handful of government agencies needing help with public outreach, CEQA, and rate hikes. Today, Pando PR has grown to be a full-service agency specializing in public relations for companies in the K-12 and higher education space. Pando’s staff also works with companies, institutions, and organizations engaged in workforce development and training, particularly in healthcare and technology. Jennifer holds a B.S. in animal science and reproductive physiology from the University of California, Davis, and an M.A. in public affairs and issues management from California State University, Sacramento. The Public Relations Society of America honored her with a coveted and difficult to earn credential recognizing her expertise in the public relations field: the Accreditation in Public Relations (APR).
Learn more about Pando PR here. Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn
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I really enjoyed the chat with Tom. We are both passionate about speaking about AI, helping other educators, and being mindful of the benefits and concerns surrounding AI. I hope you enjoy our episode and subscribe to the podcast!
About Tom: Tom Mullaney (he/him) uses his Special Education and Instructional Design background to help teachers design inclusive lessons with creativity, collaboration, and fun. Tom’s public education experience includes Special Education, Social Studies, educational technology coaching, and digital design. He has spoken at national conferences, including SXSW EDU, the National Council for Social Studies, and ISTE.
Links: Website (https://www.tommullaney.com/) and Critical Inkling Substack (https://www.criticalinkling.com/) Twitter (@TomEMullaney).
Rachel Wood is a researcher, speaker, writer, and therapist. As a PhD Candidate in Cyberpsychology, she studies the intersection of psychology and technology. Rachel is currently exploring the psychological impact of AI in the workplace and education as the focus of her doctoral dissertation. With a master's Degree in Counseling and a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, she is experienced in leadership, curriculum development, strategic planning, and facilitating meaningful relationships. Her ongoing research findings inform how she perceives and shares concepts underscoring the future of work, education, and society.
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/rachelwoodphd
In this episode, I had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Michelle Ament and Sophie Theodorou. We talked about education and the changes we are seeing and needing. Michelle is one of the Co-Founders of the Human Intelligence Movement. About Michelle Dr. Michelle Ament is leading educational reform with the Human Intelligence Movement. Fearlessly challenging the status quo, Ament declares that traditional education is inadequate in the age of AI. Her visionary approach insists on prioritizing human-centered skills that machines cannot replicate. Ament's groundbreaking ideas have captivated audiences worldwide, inciting passionate discussions and motivating educators to rethink what it truly means to equip learners for a future dominated by AI. She empowers a community to take charge by mobilizing a grassroots movement, fostering environments where empathy, creativity, and collaboration thrive. Through her leadership, the Human Intelligence Movement is shaping the future of education, ensuring every learner is prepared to succeed and thrive in an AI-driven world. Connect with Michelle: LinkedIn
About Sophie Sophie Theodorou is a former middle school teacher from Winnipeg, Canada and is now the Director of Teacher Learning and Innovation at DesigningSchools.org, a content creator, and advisor. With a passion for making education more human-centered, she helps educators integrate AI in ways that enhance meaningful connections and creativity in the classroom. Through her platform teach2ai, Sophie empowers teachers with practical tools to save time and focus on what truly matters—engaging students and fostering critical thinking. Drawing from her experience in helping early-stage startups grow, she also advises EdTech companies on developing innovative solutions that amplify the human potential of educators and learners alike. Committed to creating a future where technology supports rather than replaces the human touch, Sophie works to ensure that no teacher or student is left behind in the AI revolution. Connect with Sophie: IG, LinkedIn TikTok
About the Movement The Human Intelligence Movement is dedicated to equipping every learner with the uniquely human skills needed to succeed and thrive in an AI-driven world. Our mission is to ensure that students are prepared to succeed in an AI world by emphasizing the importance of Human Intelligence, which includes problem-solving, creative thinking, emotional intelligence, and adaptability. Building a community is central to our goals; we bring educators, administrators, community leaders, corporate partners, political advocates, and students into physical and digital spaces to explore transforming education with a focus on Human Intelligence. Through policy-making, we advocate for educational reforms prioritizing Human Intelligence over standardized measures of rote knowledge, knowing this is crucial to preparing students for a post-AI workforce.
Details * November 8-9, 2024 + Friday, November 8: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM PST + Saturday, November 9: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM PST
During the virtual summit, you’ll have the opportunity to: Day 1: Hear from Travis Allen on Human Intelligence in an AI World and learn from Dr. Sabba Quidwai about Transformational Change in Education.Day 2: Join Dr. Courtney Teague as we explore Creating Synergy between AI & HI. Human Intelligence Movement will be unveiling its vision for the future of AI and technology that prioritizes human well-being and ethical practices. You’ll have the opportunity to: * Hear from thought leaders and innovators in the AI and tech space. * Participate in engaging discussions and workshops on the impact of AI on society. * Network with like-minded professionals passionate about creating a human-centered future for technology.
Registration Link: Register Here
Enjoy this great chat with Josh, creator and founder of Gimkit. An amazing story about his experience in a new high school, teaching himself to code, creating a company, and his path forward to today! And shout out to Jeff Osborn, Josh's mentor. About Josh: Hey everybody! I'm Josh the creator of Gimkit, an online learning game! I attended a project-based learning high school and started Gimkit as a school project 7 years ago. Each day, I work on making Gimkit the kind of games I would want to play in class! I live in Seattle, and am a big fan of Boston Terriers and Fig Newtons!
https://www.gimkit.com/me
Welcome to a special episode of my podcast, in which I invite two "podcasters" whom I have never met to review and discuss my recent book, "How to Teach AI: Weaving Strategies and Activities Into Any Content Area." If you haven't tested some of the AI-powered tools out there or want to know more about AI, let me know. AI has been an area of interest, research, and learning for me for more than seven years. I am thankful that I have this book to share, and I would love to work with you and your school, provide individual coaching, or do a book study! Professional Services Form: bit.ly/thriveineduPD Book on AI is available via ISTE; all books are on Amazon.
Heather is an AMAZING woman! I have had the privilege of knowing her for many years. She is an inspiration, and I am thrilled to have had her on my podcast. We had a blast! I have seen her growth over the years and she is so passionate about her work. You won't find anyone else who invests in their clients as much as Heather. About Heather After graduating from college in Pennsylvania, Heather pursued a fashion photography internship with a celebrity photographer in Los Angeles. She met celebrities and models from all over the world, but she felt she lacked fulfillment in her work. When Heather came back home to Pittsburgh, she decided to give everyday people like us the same celebrity photography experience. Helping clients find the light inside themselves that makes them feel photogenic is so rewarding. Heather has built her brand as a Couture Portrait Studio. She photographs exclusively indoors in her signature style. Heather provides such a phenomenal experience that clients fly to her from all over the United States. I trust her completely, and I am always thrilled with the whole experience Heather provides, her authenticity, and knowing how much she cares about her clients.
Follow her: (P.S., be sure to tag me @Rdene915 and let me know how it goes!) Website: https://www.heathertabacchi.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathertabacchi/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeatherTabacchiPhotography/
Also, Heather was a student of mine, and I saw her passion when she was in the 10th grade! So proud of her and her work. She cares deeply about her clients and provides an unbelievable experience unique to every client. I wouldn't recommend anyone else. Heather is amazing and just wait for the video!!
I enjoyed learning about all of Michelle's work and her impact on education. We had a great conversation! Michelle is an Amazon author, painter, lifelong educator, creativity researcher, lecturer, and facilitator of transformational professional development. She offers AI-assisted personalized lesson plans (literature, enrichment, and activities) together with young adult work-readiness empowerment and tailored teacher PD on the Factors platform. She believes students' aggression is derived from the lack of opportunities to express creativity. Her vision is that at the age of accelerated use of AI, our children gain the most effective tools for creative problem-solving. She learns creative thinking lessons from her daughters and husband every day. Check out her books on Amazon! Learn more on her website: Korenfeld-Creativity.com. You are most welcome to connect with her on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/korenfeld-creativity/.
I had a fantastic time chatting with Jeff and Jon, learning more about their work and upcoming features for Snorkl, and having fun! I hope you enjoy this episode and get started with Snorkl in your classroom. Your students will love it!
About Jeff: Jeff started his career as a 5th-grade teacher. He has spent the last 10 years building tools for teachers and students as a software engineer. Jeff is a Co-Founder of Snorkl.About Jon: Jon is a math teacher, instructional coach, and, most recently, the co-founder of Snorkl. He enjoys thinking about teaching and learning, and helping students to find those "aha" moments when problem-solving. Outside of the classroom and the tech-sphere, Jon enjoys pickleball, water skiing, and camping.
Head to the website: https://snorkl.app Connect on Social Media: LinkedInTwitter / X
Presentation Slides to learn more! See slide 5 for their mystery guest :) Thankful for their friendship!
or In this episode, I share some of the things I have learned and events I have coming up. I would love to work with your school, speak at your event, do a book study, or a webinar, or find ways to work with more educators! Contact me: bit.ly.thriveineduPD Join the NASA AI session: Sign up here on Monday, July 22nd! World Language Educators and AI via BER: AI for World Language Educators July 24th and 30th. Please share Come see me at LACOE on August 1st. You can still attend! My session is on AI and the Law.
AI book order: bit.ly/bookorderpoth
I really enjoyed chatting with Priten, especially about AI, one of my favorite topics. We had a lot in common and I hope you enjoy our conversation!
About Priten PRITEN SHAH is CEO of Pedagogy.Cloud, which provides innovative technology solutions to help educators navigate global challenges in a rapidly evolving world. He is the author of Wiley’s Jossey-Bass publication, “AI & The Future of Education: Teaching in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.“ Priten is also the founder of the civic-focused nonprofit United 4 Social Change. He has a B.A. in philosophy and an M.Ed. in education policy from Harvard University.
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Book: AI & The Future of EducationBook Links Wiley | Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Books-a-Million | Audiobook | Goodreads | Audible Clear away the fog surrounding AI in education—and regain your peace of mind Among teachers, there is a cloud of rumors, confusion, and fear surrounding the rise of artificial intelligence. AI and the Future of Education is a timely response to this general state of panic, showing you that AI is a tool to leverage, not a threat to teaching and learning. By understanding what AI is, what it does, and how it can be used to enhance education, you can let go of anxiety and uncertainty and learn to embrace artificial intelligence. It's true that, along with tremendous opportunities, AI presents some challenges for the field of education. In this book, Priten Shah, a Harvard M.Ed. with a robust background in educational innovation, helps you face these challenges head-on so you can gain the knowledge and skills you need to use AI effectively in your classroom. Thanks to this thorough consideration of ethical considerations and practical approaches, you can develop your own strategy for leveraging AI in administrative tasks, lesson design, professional development, and beyond. * Understand what AI and machine learning are, and learn about new developments like ChatGPT
* Discover strategies for engaging students more fully using AI
* Automate administrative tasks, grading and feedback, and assessments
* Use AI in innovative ways to promote higher-order thinking skills
* Examine ethical considerations of AI, including the achievement gap, privacy concerns, and bias
For K-12 educators, as well as leaders and policymakers who want to understand the role of technology in education, AI and the Future of Education is a valuable resource that can change AI from an unknown entity to an indispensable tool.
I have read Priten's book and definitely recommend it for educators!
About Rachelle Rachelle is an educator, attorney, author, blogger, and consultant. She has written nine books, her most recent, "How to Teach AI" will be available this month (July) or you can order directly from Rachelle. She speaks and trains educators on AI, AR/VR, STEM and many other topics. Contact Rachelle for speaking info: Services
Michael is a K-6 Design and Technology Teacher at ‘Iolani School in Honolulu, Hawai’i. He is also a Google Certified Trainer, a Code.org Computer Science Discoveries Facilitator, a Seesaw Certified Educator, a grades 3-6 Esports coach, and has been presenting on EdTech topics for more than 15 years. His passions center around Computer Science, Augmented and Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence, Maker Education, Esports, and purposeful, cross-curricular technology integration.
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About Ronel AboutAboutRonel Schodt - Co-Founder and Vice President of Growth and Sales at Kai's Education.
"Empowering the Next Generation of Learners and Educators"
As Co-Founder and Vice President of Sales at Kai's Education, I have dedicated my career to transforming how young minds engage with education.
My journey began with a vision to merge play with learning, creating an environment where students are not just taught but are truly engaged and inspired.
My commitment is to democratize advanced technology education, making it accessible and enjoyable for all.
In my dual role, I focus on:
Visionary Leadership: As a founding member, I've played a pivotal role in shaping our mission, strategy, and culture, always aiming to impact education globally.
Strategic Sales Initiatives: I lead our sales strategy, focusing on expanding our reach and ensuring that educators and institutions worldwide can access our innovative learning solutions.
Partnership Development: Building strong relationships with educational bodies, technology partners, and communities
Some info about Kai's Education Kai's on XKaiBot K8* Screen-free coding
* Hybris with an iPad companion app, Kainundrum Lite that has a non-reader mode, English/Spanish text-to-speech, projects, and full accessibility mode
* Kainundrum.com - a game-based platform with physical and virtual robots
* SWIFT Playgrounds K5
* Uniqueness
* a. Fully inclusive for neuro-diverse and unlock coding for blind
* b. Physical robots in a virtual world as puzzles, mazes, and escape rooms
* c. Bug detection and autonomous charging
* d. Curriculum-aligned lesson plans - focus on core subjects, Maths, Literary, STEAM
* e. Free onboarding and PD
* STEAM toolbox with 100+ project-based standard-aligned lessons
* AR/VR mats, launching new mat at ISTE, Water Cycle with a lesson plan for grades 6-8
* Collaborative coding, including design avatars in Tinkercad and Minecraft
* Physical robots in a virtual world as puzzles, mazes, and escape rooms
* Free onboarding and PD
Kai's Clan Grade 5+
What a blast talking with Alyssa and Christie!! Amazing educators who have built a thriving community of EduGuardians! Learn more about their work, inspiration, and how to get involved! And how to get your trading cards! Christie Cloud (@ladybugxie)Christie is a seasoned virtual teacher with twenty-three years of experience in education. Additionally, she is an adjunct professor at Thomas University, where she teaches the Integration of Classroom Technology to teacher candidates. During her educational journey, Christie has received numerous accolades for her work, including an HP Fellowship, GaETC Rising Star, Nearpod North Star Teacher of the Year, and Empower Teacher of the Year. As a firm believer in the importance of a professional learning network, Christie is a co-founding member (known affectionately as OG5) of the EduGuardians. She has presented at numerous conferences and co-hosted Curicon 2023 and the Week of AI 2024. Christie is an enthusiastic supporter of edtech and believes in its potential to enhance learning experiences. Alyssa Faubion (@FarmerFaubs)
Alyssa Faubion is an Instructional Design Coach at Forward Edge/Bethel-Tate, where she brings over a decade of expertise to enhance educational environments. Alyssa excels in integrating advanced technologies into the classroom, including artificial intelligence, which she uses to promote innovative problem-solving and creative learning among both teachers and students. Outside the classroom, Alyssa—affectionately known as Farmer Faubs—enjoys the tranquil life on her family farm, surrounded by her beloved animals. Much of her spare time is also dedicated to leading the EduGuardian community, of which she is a co-founder (affectionately known as OG5). She has had the pleasure of being selected as a Classroom Innovator for the 2023 AIR Show. Her work with AI and creative technologies exemplifies her dedication to pushing educational boundaries and preparing students for a rapidly evolving digital world.
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Enjoyed the conversation with Jim and Yvonne, co-founders of Noodle Factory. Learn more about Noodle Factory and how to bring it and all of the amazing resources to your classroom.
About Jim and Yvonne Yvonne Soh – Co-Founder and CEO, Noodle Factory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonnesh33/ Yvonne Soh has been in the tech industry for over 24 years. She spent many years in tech companies and is experienced in bringing enterprise products from concept to launch. She is a self-taught technologist who loves to create awesome user experiences using technology and innovation. In 2018, she co-founded an EdTech company, Noodle Factory. In her current role leading Noodle Factory, she works closely with her team to leverage the power of AI to provide innovative approaches to teaching and learning. Dr Jim Wagstaff – Co-Founder and Chief Learning Officer, Noodle Factory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjimwagstaff/ Dr Jim Wagstaff is an educator and entrepreneur who specializes in digital pedagogy and the application of AI in teaching and learning. He co-founded Noodle Factory, an AI-driven powered teaching assistant, in 2018. His career began in technology, serving in executive roles at Dell Technologies, Brocade Communications, and Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Jim holds master’s and doctoral degrees from the University of Liverpool, where his research focuses on applying digital capabilities in education. He collaborates extensively with schools and organizations, advising on the application of generative AI in teaching and learning, emphasizing the impact of AI in education. About Noodle Factory Noodle Factory’s “Walter” is an innovative AI-powered teaching assistant platform that enables educators to effortlessly create AI tutors that can engage their students with tutoring, mentoring, knowledge checks, and feedback seamlessly integrated with the educator's existing curated content. Designed to alleviate educators' workload, "Walter" facilitates real-time student support and engagement through personalized learning conversations. Embracing the latest in AI technology, Noodle Factory is shaping the future of education by enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in both academic and corporate learning environments. Explore more: www.noodlefactory.ai For inquiries: chat@noodlefactory.ai
I really enjoyed my conversation with Kaylah! Dr. Kaylah Holland is passionate about empowering educators through professional development, one-on-one coaching, and innovative lesson design. She holds a Doctorate of Education in Instructional Design and Technology with extensive research in active learning environments. Driven by a passion for education, Dr. Holland consistently explores innovative methods to empower educators and champion student-centered classrooms. She is a Google Certified Innovator, Trainer, and Coach, a college professor, and an ISTE Community Leader. She was presented the “20 to Watch” award by ISTE in 2022 and was recognized by EdTech K-12 Magazine as a top 30 influencer in 2023. She was named a Featured Voice for ISTE in 2024. Dr. Holland is the author of Putting Out Fires: a Framework for Solving Problems in Your Classroom or School published in 2024. As the Director of Instructional Technology and Blended Learning for BreakFree Education, Kaylah empowers educators to foster innovative, sustainable, and active educational experiences inside juvenile justice facilities across the United States, offering students held in confinement a path to success in school and life. She also works to empower educators across the globe as the founder of Go Teach Be Love, a nonprofit providing professional development to educators in developing countries, and the co-founder of Global Good Edu, a program recognizing the incredible impact educators are making around the world.
Connect with Kaylah on X: @HollandKaylah Book is available(preorder): Putting Out Fires
AI is an area that I love talking about and providing training for teachers. More than 6 years working in this space! I love all of the changes and engaging in conversations. We are surrounded by AI and must helping students to develop AI literacy skills is essential. Need PD for your school or are you interested in having me as a keynote or presenter for your event? Contact me via bit.ly/thriveineduPD
My How To Teach AI Book is now available for pre-order via bit.ly/pothbooks and see my othet titles.
Disclaimer: This episode enjoys some background learning noise :) #Authentic and #offthecuff
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I have known Dr. Will for many years. He is a great educator, supporter, edupreneur, and, more than that, a dear friend. We had a gret chat about his work, his newest project and more! Be sure to connect with him and check out his documentary and his new book, The Edupreneur: Your Blueprint To Jumpstart And Scale Your Education Business!
Will Deyamport, III, Ed.D., known as Dr. Will, serves as a District Instructional Technologist in a K-12 school district. As noted in his articles for Schoology Exchange, District Administration, EdSurge, iNACOL, and TechEdge magazine, Dr. Will specializes in facilitating educators' transition to going digital, offering in-person and virtual training, coaching sessions, and developing online professional development courses and live webinars for K-12 teachers. Beyond his 9-5, Dr. Will is the creator and host of The Dr. Will Show Podcast, a freelance writer, and an educational consultant. Recently, EduMatch Publishing released his inaugural book, "The Edupreneur: Your Blueprint To Jumpstart And Scale Your Education Business," offering a comprehensive guide from conception to the launching and growth of education-focused businesses. To buy the book, visit Amazon: The Edupreneur: Your Blueprint to Jumpstart and Scale Your Education Business Furthermore, marking the fifth anniversary of Dr. Will's documentary, "The Edupreneur: Making the Impact and the Income," viewers are invited to explore the triumphs and obstacles faced by recognizable figures in K-12 education consulting. Through interviews with eight edupreneurs, the film delves into their experiences as educators and entrepreneurs. To rent or buy your digital copy of the documentary, visit Vimeo OnDemand. Connect with Dr. Will: TwitterLinkedInThe Dr. Will Show podcast
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I had a great chat with Vriti and Mike! We talked about AI, metaverse, web3, and more! I recommend signing up for the Ed3 Futures Summit, which is coming up April 19-21. It is an event you don't want to miss! Sign up today! About my guests Vriti Saraf (https://www.vritisaraf.com/) is a co-founder of Ed3 DAO (https://www.ed3dao.com/), a non-profit that helps educators catalyze innovation in education using emerging technology, with a focus on AI & Web3. She is also the founder of k20 Educators (https://www.k20educators.com/), a metaverse for learning design studios and consultancy, which also incubated Ed3 DAO. Vriti started her career as a Teach for America teacher in Brooklyn, NY. She has served as a professor, a dean, & a director in public, private, & charter schools both locally & internationally across K-12 & higher education. Dr. Mike Peck is a progressive educator and leader with experience in classroom teaching and technology leadership. Currently, he is the Director of Technology and Innovative Learning at a public school district in the United States, where he oversees district-wide technology professional development and cyber security initiatives. Dr. Peck is also a co-founder of Ed3 DAO, an organization dedicated to integrating web3 technologies in education and providing educational opportunities for educators worldwide.You can follow his work through his blog. About Ed3DAO Ed3 DAO is a global community for educators who wish to catalyze innovation in education and reimagine learning with emerging technologies, with a focus on web3 (AI, blockchain, Metaverse). We have three main areas of work. Educate: The first involves educating educators about emerging technologies including blockchain, artificial intelligence, and metaverse. We offer free resources and events, globally. We work with university partners to create and distribute web3 coursework for educators through the lens of pedagogy. We also host an annual summit in our custom metaverse space. Empower: The second area involves empowering educators to take ownership of learning and implementing solutions in their ecosystems. In the 23’-24’ school year, we are giving away $50k in grants to fund peer-to-peer learning events and hackathons. We are also building a distributed governance model that empowers our members to take ownership of organizational decision-making. Elevate: The third area is research & consultancy. For organizations struggling with emerging technology integration and policies (including artificial intelligence), we offer consulting services. We are also aiming to publish case studies and research on what is and isn’t working well with web3 and education. Ed3 DAO is an open and free community. Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and my blog: www.Rdene915.com
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I really enjoyed my chat with Jenny Hubanks. She is an educator, author and advocate and we had a great conversation about her work in special education, her book THRIVE: Special Needs Strategies that Work. Jenny shares some great strategies, quick tips, and valuable insight for educators and families. Enjoy!
About Jenny: Jenny Hubanks is a dynamic force in the world of special education! With 18 years of experience in the field and 8 years as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®), she's a passionate advocate for individuals with autism and multiple disabilities.
In 2023, Jenny took her expertise to the next level, opening Maven Learning Innovations to serve educators and families. She's not just a BCBA®; Jenny is also a certified Safety Care crisis prevention and management trainer, well-versed in the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), and a pro at collaborating with Speech Pathologists to teach augmentative communication.
Jenny's love for evidence-based practices and commitment to lifelong learning shine through in her work. In every area of her work, she brings services that are well-researched and very effective to individuals with disabilities.
When she's not transforming lives, you'll find Jenny immersed in family time with her husband, two energetic sons (ages 5 and 3), and their trusty dog, Hooey. And if she's not dedicating her free time to pursuing a doctoral degree in performance leadership improvement, you might catch her indulging in a love for glitter that adds an extra sparkle to her vibrant life!
Learn more about Maven Learning: www.mavenlearninginnovations.com
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Hope you will enjoy this great chat I had with the team from Eduaide! Check out the earlier episode where I spoke with Thomas Thompson!
Thomas Hummel is a middle school science teacher and soccer coach. He is the Chief Product Officer and Co-Founder of Eduaide.
Thomas Thompson is an educator and the Chief Executive Officer of Eduaide.ai. His research background examined Open Educational Resources, concept mapping and procedural argumentation, and distributed communities of practice. Beyond instructional and research experience, Thomas led Muckraker Media, a non-profit organization focused on expanding access to the auditory public domain. Additionally, he has experience in multimedia instructional design and distance education. Currently, his work focuses on integrating Generative AI into the lesson-planning workflow to eliminate points of friction and unlock teachers’ time and creativity.
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A recap of some of the recent conferences: FETC, TCEA, IDEAcon, and big topics! Explore more AI resources via AI4ALL, AI4k12, Teach AI, and some fun tools like the Duet AI to generate images in Google or Padlet AI "I Can't Draw." Stay tuned for my next episode with a guest! Book me for your PD events, individual coaching, conference workshops, or keynotes via bit.ly/thriveineduPD. See testimonials on my website.
I had a great conversation with my friend, Dr. Jerod Phillips. Dr. Jerod Phillips Sr. is the Principal of David E. Robinson Elementary School (DRE) in Magnolia, DE. He arrived at DRE in February 2023 with a zeal to engage the school community with the vision of being great for kids in all aspects of the school. Prior to arriving at DRE, Dr. Phillips was a Principal and Assistant Principal at the elementary level in Middletown, DE. He has 9 years of school leadership experience. He is passionate about developing positive public relations between the district, school, students, parents, and the overall community. As a result of Dr. Phillips’ journey from teacher to Principal, while being connected, he believes that being a connected educator can help take one’s career to unprecedented heights. Dr. Phillips was the Delaware National Outstanding Assistant Principal of the Year for 2021. Dr. Phillips has had one publication in NAESP’s Principal Magazine: "Being a Bias-Conscious Leader." Principal, May/June 2022: Rewriting the Role, Volume 101, Issue 5, in addition to being a contributor to several monthly sections of the APs Rising section of the same publication. Dr. Phillips is a podcaster in the education sector, starting with three co-hosts of the podcast, Speaking Educationally in January 2020. Since then, he has recently launched his solo podcast, The Squad Builder Podcast. The podcast focuses on shaking things up in education in the realm of building and maintaining highly effective and successful teams in our schools. He has a B.S. in Finance and Banking from Delaware State University, a M.S. in Educational Leadership from Purdue University, and his Doctorate of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership and Management at Capella University. Dr. Phillips is a proud husband and father of 3 (2 daughters and 1 son). He has teamed up with his wife and kids over the past several years to explore the world of entrepreneurship together, and he is very active in his local church.
Connect with him on Twitter(X) @japhillips0722
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Here are a few ideas to explore that help with boosting student engagement. Check out some of the tools mentioned including EduaideAI, Curipod, SnorklApp and SchoolAI. Contact me for PD training, individual coaching, or keynotes via my form: bit.ly/thriveineduPD
Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and my blog at www.Rdene915.com. Thanks for listening! If you are attending TCEA or IDEAcon, be sure to say hi!
Are you looking for some conferences to attend? Today's episode highlig hts some of my favorites to kick off the year. FETC, TCEA and IDEAcon. Listen in for some tips and ideas for attending and takeaways. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and my blog www.Rdene915.com Interested in PD or need a keynote? Connect with me via my form: bit.ly/thriveineduPD
This episode is sponsored by Turnitin. I had such a great conversation with Annie Chechitelli, Chief Product Officer at Turnitin. Hope you will enjoy this episode! About Annie: Annie Chechitelli has spent the past two decades innovating with educators to expand access to education, meet the quickly changing needs of learners, and empower students to do their best, original work. As the Chief Product Officer at Turnitin, Annie oversees the Turnitin suite of applications which includes academic integrity, grading and feedback, and assessment capabilities. Prior to joining Turnitin, Annie spent over five years at Amazon where she led Kindle Content for School, Work, and Government and launched the AWS EdTech Growth Advisory team, advising education technology companies on how to grow their product and go-to-market strategies with AWS. Annie began her career in EdTech at Wimba where she launched a live collaboration platform for education which was ultimately acquired by Blackboard in 2010. At Blackboard she led platform management, focused on transitioning Blackboard Learn to the cloud. Annie holds a B.S. from Columbia University and an M.B.A. and M.S. from Claremont Graduate University. She resides near Indianapolis, Indiana with her youngest child and husband, with two children attending college on the East Coast. Learn more about Turnitin's great resources: Turnitin's AI writing detection web page: Blog: One piece at a time: Navigating AI writing: AI writing puzzle for educators, institutions and administrators: (Note - each puzzle piece directs users to a resource) AI writing resource page
I always love getting the chance to talk with Dr. Desiree Alexander. She is positive, inspring and real! Kicking off the 2024 year, I wanted to have her share some ideas for self-care, dealing with overwhelm and making yourself a priorty. We had a great conversation and I hope you enjoy it.
Learn more about Dr. Desiree and definitely catch her webinars! Connect with her on social and her websites!
Dr. Desiree Alexander (or Desiree Alexander, EdD) Founder CEO, Educator Alexander Consulting Dr. Desiree Alexander (or Desiree Alexander, EdD) Deputy Director Associated Professional Educators of Louisiana (A+PEL) Biography: Dr. Desiree Alexander is an award-winning, multi-degreed educator, speaker, and author who has been in the educational field since 2002. She is the Founder and CEO of Educator Alexander Consulting, LLC and the Deputy Director for the Associated Professional Educators of Louisiana. She consults with members of several schools/businesses and presents at conferences globally. Dr. Alexander is lifetime certified in Louisiana in Secondary English Education as a Reading Specialist, as a School Librarian, as an Educational Technology Facilitator, as an Educational Technology Leader, and in Educational Leadership 1. She is certified in Texas as a Principal in English Language Arts and Reading for grades 4-8 and grades 8-12, as a Reading Specialist for grades EC-12, and as a School Librarian. She holds multiple technology certifications, including, but not limited to, IC3 certification, Google Certified Trainer, Innovator and Partner, Apple Teacher, and Microsoft Office Specialist. She holds a Bachelor, a Master + 30, and an Education Specialist Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Louisiana State University, a Master of Library Science from Texas Woman’s University and a Master of Educational Leadership with a concentration in Educational Technology Leadership from Nicholls State University. She also holds a Doctorate in Education with a concentration in Educational Leadership from Lamar University. She is the author of Ready to Be an Educational Leader: Your Guide for Passing the SLLA 6990 , a 2022 & 2021 Texas Computer Education Association Featured Thought Leader, 2020 International Society for Technology in Education Featured Voice, 2020 Future of Education Technology Conference Featured Presenter, 2019 Customer Commitment Award Honoree from Council Mover and Shaker, a 2017 Young Professional Initiative 40 Under 40 Awards Honoree, 2017 Center for Digital Education Top 30 Technologists, Transformers &; Trailblazers, 2017 PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator for Louisiana, 2016 Associated Professional Educators of Louisiana Member of the Year, 2015 Librarian of the Year for Louisiana Librarian Association, 2015 Campus Teacher of the Year in the Zachary Community School District and 2014 Leader of the Year for Region 2 Louisiana Association of Computer Using Educators. Learn more at www.educatoralexander.com. Speaker Bio: Dr. Desiree Alexander is an award-winning, multi-degreed educator, speaker, and author who is the Founder CEO of Educator Alexander Consulting, LLC, and the Deputy Director for the Associated Professional Educators of Louisiana. She is an international speaker who consults with conferences, districts, schools, individual educators, and businesses. Educator Alexander Consulting empowers educators to discover and amplify the intrinsic desire to become innovators in education and aims to create a worldwide network of educators focused on the constant and consistent improvement of education for our students. Learn more at www.educatoralexander.com. Website: Social Media Handles Subscribe to All:Newsletter: Twitter: Facebook: Instagram: YouTube: LinkedIn: Pinterest: TikTok: Pronouns: She/Her
Book Available: Ready to Be an Educational Leader: Your Guide for Passing the SLLA 6990 Short Link: https://bit.ly/sllabook
This episode is sponsored by Learnics! I love learning about new tools for my classroom, and Learnics is a great way to help students build research skills. It is a FREE Chrome extension, and students can track their research, see the sites visited and time spent, and more. With Classroom Pro, teachers have access to real-time data to best support students. Stay tuned for the upcoming blog!
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Listen to my recent conversation with Nicole Biscotti. We talk about AI, accessibility, challenges, reflections, learning and more!
About Nicole Nicole Biscotti is a Momvocate, Educator, and author whose focus is on the future of school as being informed by relevancy and the needs of our marginalized, under-supported learners. We have a lot to learn if we listen! Nicole wrote I Can Learn When I’m Moving: Going to School With ADHD http://bit.ly/icanlearnwhenimove with her 9-year-old son from the unique perspectives of a child and a mother who is also a teacher. I Can Learn When I’m Moving: Going to School With ADHD will be available en español on Amazon in late December 2023. Nicole has also translated books into Spanish such as El Cuento del Perdón by Melody McAllister and Todos Pueden Aprender Matemáticas by Alice Aspinall. Her next book, Invisible con ADHD: Latino Kids on The Border, is co-authored with Dr. Tracy Kelly. They address the issues around the disproportionate lack of support that Latino children with ADHD are faced with. Nicole is co-host of the podcast Real Talk with Barbara and Nicole. Join the convo at https://realtalkbn.buzzsprout.com/ You can connect with Nicole at NicoleBiscotti.com, on Twitter @BiscottiNicole, or IG @Biscotti_Nicole or join her Facebook group #ADHDGlobalConvo.
By popular demand! I had a lot of questions about Matatalab and the robots! Here is some extra information about products and discounts available! I definitely recommend checking these out, and your students will love them! Perfect way to start 2024 with coding and STEM! Matatalab: Tale-Bot Pro and VinciBot - Matatalab Tale-Bot Pro and VinciBot DISCOUNT: https://shop.matatalab.com/collections/rachelle-page and a 15% off coupon code. Code: USMATA15REA
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Methods and resources to explore for Hour of Code and CS Ed Week, not just in December but all year round. Matatalab: Tale-Bot Pro and VinciBot - Matatalab Tale-Bot Pro and VinciBot https://shop.matatalab.com/collections/rachelle-page and a 15% off coupon code. This discount is valid without a limit.Code: USMATA15REA Kinderlab Robotics KIBO Check out their AI plan as well! Screen-free coding! Activities
Marty from Robotical https://robotical.io/free-trial/ CoSpaces Edu - use my code COSRACHELLE
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Upcoming webinars: OTIS 4 educators: Create an account and join my AI and Generative AI on Tuesday, December 12th at 3:30 pm ET. bit.ly/pothgenAI
It seems to be a popular topic during this time of the year. An episode that was off the cuff based on recent conversations.
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Upcoming webinars: OTIS 4 educators: Create an account and join in my AI and Generative AI one on Tuesday, December 12th at 3:30 pm ET. bit.ly/pothgenAI
I had the chance to chat with Micah Miner, District Administrator Instructional Technology and Social Studies Teacher at Maywood, Melrose Park, Broadview School District 89. Micah is an American Consortium for Equity in Education Contributing Writer, a Times 10 Publications Author, and a PD Facilitator and presenter. I enjoyed our conversation and looking forward to his upcoming book "AI Goes to School." We could have talked for hours! Check out his links below, and also stay tuned for his upcoming book! Links -
Website: https://micahminer.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/micah-j-miner/
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Hope you will check out these AI tools and sign up for some of these great learning events this week! Monday and Tuesday: bit.ly/GLOWedu Tuesday: bit.ly/otispotharvr Wednesday: Looking forward to this #FETC webinar: Ways Artificial Intelligence Is Improving & Elevating #STEM #Education w/ @JenWomble & panelists @iJanetteCamacho @Rdene915 @mrhooker @VictoriaTheTech Register: https://bit.ly/fetcAIstem #edtech #edchat #AI @ISTEofficial @EduMatchBooks
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Thomas Thompson is an educator and the Chief Executive Officer of Eduaide.ai. His research background examined Open Educational Resources, concept mapping and procedural argumentation, and distributed communities of practice. Beyond instructional and research experience, Thomas led Muckraker Media, a non-profit organization focused on expanding access to the auditory public domain. Additionally, he has experience in multimedia instructional design and distance education. Currently, his work focuses on integrating Generative AI into the lesson-planning workflow to eliminate points of friction and unlock teachers’ time and creativity.
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Hope you will check out this episode's featured AI tools for teachers. AI is my favorite topic and it has changed a lot in the past 6 years. There are a ton of great tools to explore and in this episode, I give you 3 to start with. Let me know your thoughts!
This episode is sponsored by Tulane University SoPA. I had such a great conversation with Dr. Hazel Woords. Dr. Woods is the Associate Program Director and Professor of Practice at Tulane SoPA. (School of Professional Advancement). Hazel began her educational path as a first-grade classroom teacher in New Jersey. During the past 25 years in New Orleans, she has strengthened her knowledge about culture, community, and collaboration through work in a variety of educational settings with young children, adult learners, and college students. Her experiences with non-profits, K-12 systems, and universities provide Dr. Woods with a broad, inclusive perspective on teaching and learning. Her interests include early literacy, reading development, educational resilience, and meaningful student-teacher interactions. Hazel holds both a B.S. in Early Childhood Education and a Master's Degree in Developmental Reading from the College of New Jersey. She also holds a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction with a minor in Urban Studies from the University of New Orleans.
Learn more about SoPA:
SEED GRANT
https://sopa.tulane.edu/degrees-programs/programs-study
Dr. Pedro Olvera is a published writer and teaches coursework at California Baptist University in Riverside, California. He earned his Doctor of Psychology from Alliant International University and his Master of Science in School Psychology. Dr. Olvera specializes in assessing English Language Learners, cognitive assessment, and enhancing collaboration with culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) families. Olvera has been a bilingual school psychologist in public and private settings for over 21 years.
Learn more about BlazerWorks. BlazerWorkds has been providing advisory services and support to districts and school-based professionals for more than 30 years. Learn more from these links: BlazerWorks Clinical Expertise and SupportBlazerWorks Managed ServicesResources from BlazerWorksNews about BlazerWorks BlazerWorks on LinkedIn
In this episode, I share some ideas to explore for the fall that focus on STEM learning and a bit about AI. Check out KinderLab Robotics, CoSpaces Edu, Code.org, Nearpod, and more!
Learn more about my work from the testimonials provided on my blog site. Bring me to your school or conference for sessions or keynotes on Artificial Intelligence, Augmented and Virtual Reality, Emerging Technologies(Blockchain, NFTs, metaverse, and Web3), SEL, and STEM. You can book me here.
My books are available at: bit.ly/pothbooks
Andrew Henry is the President of Red Cedar Solutions Group and the creator of Stepwell, a solution that manages all aspects of IDEA Parts B and C. Before founding Red Cedar Solutions Group in 2006, Andrew served as a teacher; school district technology coordinator; education technology researcher; state director for educational data; and chief officer for research and development at a national education laboratory.
About Stepwell Stepwell is a collaborative web-based platform providing visibility for all aspects of special education compliance and monitoring at the district, regional, and state levels, including Parts B and C compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Stepwell was created by Red Cedar Solutions Group, a team of former K-12 educators with first-hand experience creating tools to support state monitoring agencies.
Stepwell for School Districts
Stepwell Facebook
Stepwell Twitter (X)
https://stepwelled.com/media/
I had a great chat with Shaun Fagan, Senior VP of Marketing for Lightspeed. Shaun has been with the Lightspeed for more than 20 years. He received his BS from Oregon State University.
About Lightspeed Lightspeed is on a mission to help every student hear every word. The instructional audio solutions deliver crystal-clear, highly intelligible sound and are configurable to serve multiple learning environments. Lightspeed's installed solutions connect with life-safety systems to provide a silent alert function and ensure building-wide communications are never missed. Links to learn more: Lightspeed Customer StoriesLightspeed ProductsLightspeed ActivateVideos about Lightspeed Products
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We always have a great chat with Michele! Check out this recent episode of Thrive o'clock when Rachelle and Mel talk about heading back to school and are joined by Michele to talk about the great opportunities for students available via @x2VOL. We enjoyed the conversation, had some laughs, and learned a lot from Michele about the impact these programs have on students. Hope you check out @x2VOL for more information about volunteering, SEL, and CTE.
Follow on Twitter / X: https://twitter.com/x2VOL
Blog Posts: From Student to Employee: The Transformative Power of x2VOL https://trackservicehours.x2vol.com/blog/from-student-to-employee-the-transformative-power-of-x2vol
Summer Volunteer Ideas for Students https://trackservicehours.x2vol.com/blog/summer-volunteer-ideas-for-students
Finding Belonging Through Service https://trackservicehours.x2vol.com/blog/finding-belonging-through-service
How Students Access Core SEL Competencies at School https://trackservicehours.x2vol.com/blog/how-students-access-core-sel-competencies-at-school
Preparing Today's Students for the Future https://trackservicehours.x2vol.com/blog/preparing-todays-students-for-the-future Case Studies: Cincinnati Public Schoolshttps://trackservicehours.x2vol.com/x2vol-case-studies/cincinnati-public-schools
I enjoyed the opportunity to talk with Jason Lange, the co-founder and President of BloomBoard. Prior to founding BloomBoard, Jason worked in private equity and was also an early member of the NewSchools Venture Fund team, where he supported the development of the initial edtech investment thesis for the NewSchools Seed Fund (now Reach Capital). Jason received his BA from Yale University and is also a graduate of Stanford’s joint MA/MBA in Education and Business Administration Program.
About BloomBoard BloomBoard is a talent development provider that enables K–12 school districts to grow, advance, and retain educators by making professional education a benefit of employment. BloomBoard offers turn-key programs for school districts to move educators forward at all points of their professional journey and BloomBoard’s platform connects school districts to higher education institutions that offer certification and degree programs using a unique, on-the-job instructional model.
Links BloomBoard Twitter/XBloomBoard informationBloomBoard solutionsResources including articles, e-books, webinars, and videos BloomBoard blogBloomBoard Success Stories Hear from school districts about the impact
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I recently had a great chat with Dan Wolfe, an educator who has served in many roles. He is also the author of the book Becoming The Change. We had such a wonderful discussion about education, learning, constant growth, and the importance of reflection. A little about Dan: Dan grew up in Germantown, Maryland, and went to Flagler College in Saint Augustine, Florida. He has served in Pasco County, Florida for more than 25 years. During my time there he has held roles as a teacher, instructional coach, and administrator. Dan is currently an Assistant Principal at Sunray Elementary. He was selected as Pasco County’s District Teacher of the Year in the 2011-2012 school year. He is currently in the Principal’s Pool. For the past three years, Dan has written a blog called Becoming The Change which focuses on a different quote each day and how we can best apply it towards becoming the change through our own moral compass and the five areas in SEL. His first book, Becoming the Change came out in June 2022. He hopes to continue writing books and inspiring others for years to come. Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/daniel.wolfe.50702/ Twitter - @ServLeadInspire Instagram - @serveleadinspirealways LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-wolfe-45390a43/
Website: https://becoming-the-change.com/
Grab Dan's book at: https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Change-Essential-Elements-Being/dp/B0B2TW64X7
Tonies for Teachers
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I enjoyed the opportunity to chat with Mike Judd, a senior curriculum manager at Nearpod and Flocabulary as well as a Flocabulary lyricist and rapper. He is based in the New York City area and has been with the company for five years.
We talked about Flocabulary and the many ways that educators can bring Flocabulary into the classroom and how easy it is to add a Flocabulary video to your Nearpod lesson. We also discussed the great contests that are available for students throughout the year. Black History Month, AAPI Month, and Hispanic Heritage Month contests are held each year and engage students in creative and meaningful learning opportunities. Links are below to check out the events and some of the winners!
For more information, check out the resources below:
Flocabulary
Nearpod
The Week in Rap
- Flocabulary blog: A great place to learn more about how to best use Flocabulary in the classroom as well as upcoming initiatives like student contests
- How to master teaching academic vocabulary to students: A recent blog about teaching academic vocabulary using Flocabulary
- Student contest winners: Hispanic Heritage Month Rap Contest 2022: More info on our 2022 Hispanic Heritage Month Rap Contest winners (since the next one launches soon!)
- What’s new with Flocabulary Plus: Back to school 2023: Information on what's new with Flocabulary
- 2023 Black History Month Contest Blog and Winners
- AAPI Month Contest and Winners
- Hispanic Heritage Month Contest
- Check out the video of a previous winner of the Hispanic Heritage Month contest: https://www.flocabulary.com/unit/jose-hernandez/.
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I have more than 5 years of experience with AI and now have been working on a dissertation, a blog, two books, and continuing to research AI. I am motivated to help educators build confidence and comfort by bringing AI learning opportunities to their classrooms. I am available for in-person or virtual PD sessions and keynotes. I can do 1-2 hour or full-day workshops.
AI is an area of deep interest for me and I want to make it easier for educators to dive in, just like I did. I teach full time and consult full time and would love to work with your school or a small group.
Additional resources Sign up for my blog site and also submit a guest blog post. My main blog: Learning as I go Medium Blog: ThriveinEDU My Newsletter: bit.ly/pothnews1 Here are a few articles that I wrote: ChatGPT - my podcastEducation is about to change Chat GPT for Getting SmartReflecting on the year with AI article I wrote on June 26th BAM Radio Network interview about AI Fox News interviewAI interview at ISTEMy blog sitePodcast: AI in post-COVID ISTE 2023 Interview of Closing Keynote Kevin Roose about AI and Education https://www.gettingsmart.com/2022/02/28/robo-writers-translators-chatbots-developments-in-nlp-and-what-it-means-for-education/ Newer post on ChatGPTForbes Article 2020VoiceEd Canada Radio interview about AIEdTech Magazine Article Recording from AI webinar: edalex.net/ai20232vid Holly Clark AI Infused Classroom event My session of 8 Tools for Educators and More! TCEA AI in Education day July 27th conference
AI for the Future of EducationPreparing for the FutureIncreasing Role of AI Growth in AI due to Pandemic
Recent article about NLP use
For 5+ years I have been teaching about and presenting sessions on AI. My usual topic: AI in Education: What Do Educators Need to Know? I would love to work with more teachers and school districts in planning lessons around AI, understanding the benefits and concerns, learning about tools to explore, and more. I can be reached at Rdene915@gmail.com to set up a time. Training can be done in-person or virtually, also on evenings and weekends! Over the next two months, I will be doing a series of workshops available via Klatch about AI and ChatGPT, Also a deep dive into AI and tools for students and teachers.
Resources My main blog: Learning as I go Medium Blog: ThriveinEDU My Newsletter: bit.ly/pothnews1 Here are a few articles that I wrote: ChatGPT - my podcastEducation is about to change Chat GPT for Getting SmartReflecting on the year with AI article I wrote on June 26th BAM Radio Network interview about AI Fox News interviewAI interview at ISTEMy blog sitePodcast: AI in post-COVID Newer post on ChatGPTForbes Article 2020VoiceEd Canada Radio interview about AIEdTech Magazine Article Recording from Dr. Desiree Alexander webinar: edalex.net/ai20232vid Holly Clark AI Infused Classroom event My session of 8 Tools for Educators and More!
Contact: @Rdene915
Evan Whitehead M.Ed., Executive Director
Evan Whitehead brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Forte Academy. Evan has been an educator for 25 years spanning three decades in private, public, and state-level education. Over the course of his career, Evan has held positions ranging from special education paraprofessional, crisis interventionist, teacher, community outreach coordinator, director, and assistant superintendent of special services.
In his most recent role, prior to joining Forte Therapeutic Day School, Evan was the director of special services for a PK–8 school district in Illinois. In his previous role, Evan oversaw special education, English learners, and early childhood education; multi-tiered system of support (MTSS); Federal grant writer, Title I Services, Health Services, social-emotional learning, and worked on equity, diversity, and cultural competency.
Evan is also National Consultant, Trainer, Presenter, International Keynote Speaker; Frequent Podcast Contributor; Mental Health Advocate; Mindfulness Practitioner; and proponent of Equity, Diversity, and Intercultural competency.
His 3 Bs “Balance, Boundaries, and Breaks” a mantra and system for taking care of your own mental health and well-being has been implemented and adopted by the mainstream media and celebrities such as multi-platinum artists Saweetie, and shared with Mary J.
Blige and Kelly Rowland, and has been highlighted in mainstream media outlets such as
People Magazine.
Some links from Evan
psychologytoday.com
Can mindfulness exercises help me?
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www.Georgecouros.com
www.same here global.com
Twitter pages: @gcourous, @SameHere_Global, @MindTendencies2
I had a great chat with Klaire and Amanda from Lightspeed Systems about the Digital Equity Module and all of the great resources available through Lightspeed. Klaire Marino is passionate about education, technology, and the intersection of the two. Over the past 15 years, she has successfully managed various marketing functions at Blackboard, ISTE, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and currently leads the product marketing team at Lightspeed System. Amanda Sutter is the Vice President of Product for Lightspeed Systems. She has over 12 years of experience in product and technology and has led product strategy for companies across a variety of markets. She is particularly passionate about EdTech, and the delivery and investment in solutions that promote equity, enhance student engagement, and simplify workflows for districts.
About Lightspeed Systems Lightspeed Systems – According to CoSN’s 2022 Student Home Connectivity Study, approximately one-third of high school students experience “Far Below” or “Below Guidelines” for connectivity at home and large disparities exist among student subgroups. Klaire Marino and Amanda Sutter, both from the Lightspeed Systems team, can speak to how the company is providing school and district leaders robust and real-time connectivity data—including information on a device’s overall health, operating system, internet speed, service provider, and more—on students’ school-issued devices to help gain a better understanding of where additional resources are needed and help bridge the digital divide.
* Learn more about features in the Digital Equity Module of Lightspeed Digital Insight here
* Follow Lightspeed Systems on LinkedIn for best practices and updates https://www.linkedin.com/company/lightspeed-systems/
* Visit www.lightspeedsystems.com
* Contact Lightspeed at sales@lightspeedsystems.com
* Connect on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn
A quick episode about AI and the changes we have seen this past year. I have been presenting on, writing about, and teaching about AI for more than 5 years. I would love to work with more educators and schools and share my knowledge and experiences. Contact me for PD whether in-person or virtual.
Check out my blogs available via Getting Smart or my site Learning As I Go
I had a great chat with Dr. Julie Evans about Project Tomorrow and the Speak Up Initiative. A little about Dr. Evans: Dr. Julie A. Evans is the CEO of Project Tomorrow (www.tomorrow.org) and is the founder of the heralded Speak Up Research Project which annually collects and reports on the authentic views of 400,000 K-12 students, parents, and educators on key education issues each year. Dr. Evans serves as the chief researcher on the Speak Up Project as well as leading research efforts on the impact of innovative learning models and interventions in both K-12 and higher education. Over the past 17 years, almost 6 million K-12 students, teachers, and parents have participated in the Speak Up Project representing over 35,000 schools from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and around the world. Dr. Evans is the longest-serving woman executive in the education technology nonprofit sector. As a thought leader and influencer, she brings to new discussions insights from her experiences within the technology industry, entrepreneurship, nonprofit management, and education research. Dr. Evans is a graduate of Brown University and earned her doctorate in educational leadership from the University of California, San Diego, and California State University San Marcos. She serves on several boards and advisory and is a frequent speaker and writer on new learning models within education, most notably around digital learning. Among her many accolades and awards, Dr. Evans was named in April 2020 as the winner of EdTech Digest’s National Leader award.
The Speak Up Research Project is a national initiative of Project Tomorrow, an internationally recognized education nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring that all students are prepared to become tomorrow’s leaders, innovators, and engaged citizens of the world. Each year, the Speak Up Project polls K-12 students, parents, and educators about the role of technology for learning in and out of school and the impact of new learning models on student outcomes and teacher effectiveness. The Speak Up dataset represents the largest collection of authentic, unfiltered stakeholder voices on digital learning. Since the fall of 2003, more than 6.2 million K-12 students, parents, teachers, librarians, principals, technology leaders, district administrators, communications officers, and members of the community have shared their views and ideas through Speak Up. Education, business, and policy leaders report that they regularly use the Speak Up data to inform federal, state, and local education programs, policies, and initiatives. Learn more at https://tomorrow.org/speakup Resources to learn more about the Speak Up Initiative
Participate in Speak Up
Congressional Briefing
Project Tomorrow Website
About the Project Tomorrow Team
https://www.tomorrow.org/speakup/
I had a great chat with Dr. Gene Kerns, the Vice-President and Chief Academic Officer of Renaissance Learning. Gene is a third-generation educator with teaching experience from elementary through the university level and K-12 administrative experience. He currently serves as Vice President and Chief Academic Officer of Renaissance Learning. With nearly 20 years of experience in leading staff development and speaking at national and international conferences, his former clients include administrators’ associations across the country and the Ministry of Education of Singapore. Gene received his Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree from Longwood College in Virginia, and also holds a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) from the University of Delaware with an emphasis in Education Leadership. He is the author of 3 books on educational topics. About Renaissance Learn more about Renaissance and their “See Every Student” brand transformation. Renaissance Learning combines assessment, instruction, and insights—all while keeping teachers at the center of classroom decisions. Explore the tools that are integrated within and learn more about the Star Assessments to Nearpod connection. Links to Renaissance site, blog, and so many resources for educators and families. Renaissance LearningRenaissance Blog PostsRenaissance Focus SkillsRenaissance WebinarsRenaissance on LinkedInRenaissance TwitterRenaissance YouTube - videos, webinars
We had a great chat with Brad about emerging tech, conferences, AI, ChatGPT and more! Tune in to the podcast, check out Brad's site and follow us all on Twitter! @Rdene915 @MelodyMcAllist7 and @Techbradwaid View the live recording here!
Kathleen is ImaginGO’s CEO with a focus on developing the creative and imaginative curriculum that gets built into the ImaginGO platform. She has over 30 years of experience as a teacher, media specialist, entrepreneur, and school owner.
John is ImaginGO’s COO with a focus on managing the design and development of the ImaginGO platform. His background includes corporate roles in design, innovation, and product management as well as running his own digital design agency.
You can learn more about all of the amazing resources and "GOGOs" from ImaginGO: www.ImaginGO.com
Follow ImaginGo on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
Check out the guest post by Kathleen Fox on my blog site: "What is Imaginative Thinking?"
To talk with Kathleen or John, check out the ImaginGO site and feel free to contact them directly!
Design Thinking: Creative Ways to Solve Problems | Edutopia
4 Ways to Develop Creativity in Students | Edutopia
Torrance Center for Creativity and Talent Development - Mary Frances Early College of Education (uga.edu)
I had a great conversation with Paul Stisser, the Director of Educational Institutions and LMS Partnerships for ReadSpeaker. Paul has been a leader in ReadSpeaker's TTS Education initiatives. Prior to ReadSpeaker, Paul worked at D2L and start-up Moblmedia. He also has 14 years of education and teaching experience in Rochester, NY, specializing in Special Education and At-Risk Students. Paul attended St. Bonaventure University with degrees in History and Literacy.
We talked about ReadSpeaker which is a text-to-speech (TTS) company. With ReadSpeaker embedded into an LMS, a website, or learning content, the user can choose from 68 languages and over 245 voices. They can choose from a suite of reading and writing tools; personalize their reading speed, highlighting preferences, font, size, colors, and more; and select distraction-free “text-only” mode. We've been trying to raise awareness about TTS tools being not only for students who need them. Follow on Twitter: ReadSpeaker
Learn more about ReadSpeaker and get started today! Stay tuned for an upcoming guest blog post from Paul on my ThriveinEDU Learning as I Go blog.
Enjoyed my conversation with Mike Teng, Co-Founder and CEO of Swing Education. Swing Education enables schools to post their substitute job openings and substitute teachers can then pick and choose what suits their needs. Swing leverages social communities and technology to not only improve communication but put power back into the hands of substitutes and the schools that need them. @SwingEdu
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Learn more about the amazing Marty the Robot via my blog! Follow@RoboticalLtd! and find out how to try Marty in your classroom! Sign up for a free trial: https://robotical.io/free-trial/
https://robotical.io/
https://learn.robotical.io/ (Learning Portal)
We had a great chat with Molly and Weston about their podcast, books, and swagger! Hope you enjoy this episode, be sure to check out the video of our chat on https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3yfa3Iwjs8&t=246sor via Twitter posts.
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In prior episodes, I shared ChatGPT and some of the articles that I have written and we also had a conversation with Brad Waid recently as well about ChatGPT. Explore it, ask some questions, review the responses, and see what the benefits/concerns are.
Would love to hear about your experiences!
We enjoyed chatting with Josh King about Financial Literacy, Ideas for Teaching about Financial Literacy, and how educators can prepare! Check out @EVERFIK12 and its resources. We had a great chat, lots of laughs, fantastic information, and a fun game! Financial Literacy month landing page or my blog post. Be sure to follow Rachelle and Mel! And join our ThriveinEDU Facebook Community, subscribe to the podcast and check out my blog www.Rdene915.com.
Ideas for reflection for students and teachers. I share some methods to promote reflective practice with students and how to make it part of our daily practice. Check out @LessonLoop, @Padlet, @Spaces_Edu, @Nearpod @PearDeck, Flip and more!
Listen to our recent Thrive o'clock show with our guest Brad Waid, Keynote Speaker, Educator and Consultant. We chatted about AR, VR and AI and ChatGPT. Brad joined me to present on AR/VR and AI at the MACUL conference recently.
Be sure to check out my blog www.Rdene915.com and join our ThriveinEDU FB Community@.
Hope you will get some new ideas from this episode. Check out Brain Racers, StoryJumper, WeVideo and more!
We always enjoy talking with Michele about the importance of learning experiences that promote the development of SEL and help students to learn about challenges in the world. Learn more about @x2VOL for tracking hours for work-based learning, CTE, volunteering, and more. www.x2vol.com
Blog post: State of Student Service
Michele's recent article for EdTech Digest
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A great conversation with Iris Ichishita, the CEO & Co-Founder of Toekenz.
The first family-focused and kid-safe NFT platform, built for end-to-end parental control, features user-friendly games and a marketplace.
learn more:
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www.toekenz.com
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I've been researching AI for several years and dove right into to testing out ChatGPT. This is the second podcast about ChatGPT, with some new ideas. Here is a link to the Getting Smart ChatGPT blog post from December. My interview for San Antonio Fox News after TCEA about AI in Education. Teaching AI to Students --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Here are some ideas to make time for reflection in each day! Check out @getfocusable and other ideas for making time for you! #education #edchat #SEL --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
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Need some ideas for reteaching? Here are some methods and a few tools to check out. Also, check out my recent blog via Getting Smart for more ideas of Tools To Explore in 2023!
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Dive into some new methods and tools in the new year! Follow ThriveinEDU on FB, subscribe to my blog www.Rdene915.com and submit your guest blog.
My books are all available at bit.ly/pothbooks
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Want to start PBL and not sure where to begin? Check out iBlocks and all of the great options for students and everything that you need to get started today. So many choices for different grade levels and content areas. Also focused on the SDGs, STEM and many more important areas. Download a sample lesson today! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Sharing some ideas about how to find time to reflect and some options. Blogging, Podcasting, Videos, and Building Relationships. Check out Edthena's AI Coach for a great way to video a lesson and have an interactive coach to guide you in your reflections. Also Swivl for video! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Wonder what it is like to learn and work in the metaverse? Curious about blockchain, cryptocurrency, NFTs, and web3? Learn more from my experience with the Ed3DAO conference held in November. Amazing experience created by @Vritisaraf and @edtechpeck
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Have you tried OpenAI yet? What has your experience been? Sharing some background info, insights, questions and more in this latest episode. Stay tuned for a blog soon! Also, check out my blog at www.Rdene915.com and submit a guest blog and sign up for my blog posts too. Thanks for listening!
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Hope you will enjoy our chat with Sheryl and check out BookWidgets and all of the awesome learning possibilities! Follow Rachelle @Rdene915 and Mel @mjmcalliwrites and Sheryl @place_s
You can also check out the recording at: bit.ly/thriveBW
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This was a great chat about Twitter w/ friends @jcorippo @acooktweet @SimplySuzy @John_MWalter. Catch the recording: Be sure to follow @Rdene915 & @mjmcalliwrites for upcoming episodes!
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I had a great chat with Dee Bohne, VP of Sales for @Pikmykid, a school safety and dismissal platform. We talked about challenges at the start of a school year, how administrators can best support teachers and families, how to streamline communication and so much more via Pikmykid.
Also check out the great blogs via Pikmykid.
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Request a demo:
Why Choose Pikmykid
Safety and Emergency Tools:
Teacher Referral Page
School Referral Page:
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Join Rachelle and Mel and our special guest Carl Hooker @mrhooker to talk about school, challenges, keeping motivation, and more!
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Some ideas for building digcit skills. Check out Brain Pop, Buncee, Checkology, Digital Compass.
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We had a great chat with Shelley about strategies for getting time back and how @Pikmykid helps teachers to save time and promotes school safety! Hope you enjoy our chat and fun game! Connect with @Rdene915 @Mjmcalliwrites and @Pikmykid!
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It is important to provide opportunities for students to build their collaborative skills. There are lots of methods and tools that can be used to promote collaboration in and out of the classroom. Check out these ideas and some of the tools I mention for them including Tract, SpacesEDU, Google Jamboard, Wakelet, Padlet and more! @Tractlearning @Spaces_Edu @wakelet
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So many great options available with @iBookWidgets! More than 40 templates, use it with Google Classroom, check out their blogs for ideas for STEM, and more! Head to www.BookWidgets.com for more info and sign up for their webinars!
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How are you preparing for today's learners? The "Gen Z" that we hear about? I share some ideas for you and my own observations and reflections. Check out iBlocks for PBL and let me know what you think!
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Want to get started with PBL and not sure where to begin? Listen to this episode and check out the resources I shared including PBL Works and dive into iBlocks for all you need. I love the Rube Goldberg example that I started with! Follow @iBlocksPBL on Twitter.
Let me know if you have questions and also how it goes for you!
More PBL: PBL Works
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Be sure to check out some of the methods like genius hour, PBL and station rotations.
Tools mentioned include Buncee, Book Creator, Flip, iBlocks, Padlet, Spaces.
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Listen to our conversation with Michele about the importance of learning experiences that promote the development of SEL and help students to learn about challenges in the world. Look at @x2VOL for tracking hours for work-based learning, CTE, volunteering and more. www.x2vol.com
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Catch up with the great chat Rachelle and Mel had with Jon Spike on our Thrive o'clock show. Here is a link to the recording. Follow @Rdene915 @mjmcalliwrites and @jonathanspike on Twitter.
Tune in for more episodes and join our ThriveinEDU FB Community!
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If you have not been to an ISTE Conference, I recommend that you add it to your list for next June when it is in Philly, June 25-28. Special thanks to all of my friends for an amazing time in NOLA. Thankful to have been a Featured Voice this year and be involved in a variety of sessions and booth presentations with @Kaltura @CapstonePub @Spaces_Edu and @BookCreatorApp.
Grab copies of my books at bit.ly/pothbooks
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Love finding new tools that help educators to form a collaborative and supportive learning community for students and PLCs! Stop by at #ISTELIVE 22 and visit their team and also check out their site and sign up for a demo! Check out @Kaltura https://bit.ly/kalturaiste Booth 1624
Stay tuned for my blog post about Kaltura coming up!
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Helping students to build skills in STEM is essential, especially with such a demand for these skills in the future. Through the right opportunities and resources, students can build STEM and SEL skills , both of which will best prepare them for the future. I have been exploring the Matatalab Tale-Bot Pro for a few weeks and couldn't wait to share it! At ISTE, I will be speaking about STEM and sharing some tools and resources for getting started. #coding #STEM #codingforkids
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Providing for our school community is so important. In this episode, I talk with Pat Bhava, CEO, and Founder of Pikmykid. Pikmykid is a school safety and dismissal platform that provides many benefits for the whole school community. If you haven't heard about @pikmykid, check out the benefits for schools, camps, daycare programs, and more. The perfect solution for school safety. Learn more here.
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It is so important to take time to focus on our mental health and wellness and have strategies in place to help us work through challenges. What are your strategies for self-care and dealing with stress? Build SEL skills is important for students and for us as adults. Share your strategies with others and please let me know what your ideas are too! Thanks for listening.
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Enjoyed being at TCEA and checking out the amazing innovation of Invzbl! Join us Friday, June 10th to learn more about it from CEO, Chuck Morrison and have some fun by playing a game too!
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Learn all about the amazing educator Vernon Wright from our ThriveinEDU Live on Facebook! You can catch the recording here. Be sure to tune in and join our community!
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Learn more about Rich’s new book Rogue Leader from our chat with @RACzyz and hosts Rachelle @Rdene915 and Bonnie @biologygoddess https://twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1MnGnkybqVjJO #education #tlap #leadlap #4OCF #ROGUELEADER
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I think it is important to consider not only the impact we make in our work, but the impact our students make on us that make us appreciate what we do. ANd think about the teachers that made an impact on you. Hope you enjoy listening!
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How will AI and NLP impact us and what do we need to know?
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Join Rachelle and Mel for our chat with educator and author Carly Spina! Check out the live recording here! Connect with us on Twitter @Rdene915 @mjmcalliwrites @MrsSpinasclass and join our ThriveinEDU Facebook Community!
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Join Rachelle @Rdene915 and Bonnie @Biologygoddess with guest Dawn Harris! Check out the recording of our live show here!
Hope you will join our ThriveinEDU FB Community and listen to prior episodes of the ThriveinEDU podcast!
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Join in our chat with Carrie Baughcum and be sure to check out her newest book Stanley and the Very Messy Desk! Join our ThriveinEDU community on FB and follow us on Twitter @Rdene915 @mjmcalliwrites and @Thriveinedu
Check out the recording here!
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Join in our chat with Chris Nesi and be sure to check out his podcast and other resources! Join our ThriveinEDU ommunity on FB and follow us on Twitter @Rdene915 @mjmcalliwrites and @Thriveinedu
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We had a great chat with Livia about her work, her writing and all things education. Then we were joined by some of the contributor's to my newest book, "Things I Wish [...] Knew" available at bit.ly/pothbooks. 50 educators share stories in this book. Grab a copy today! And don't forget to join our ThriveinEDU Community on Facebook or follow @ThriveinEDU on Twitter!
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Catch up with Dr. Desiree Alexander and all that she does for educators! Head to her website, follow her on Twitter @Educatoralex and join in the great webinars she hosts with presenters on a variety of topics!
Join @Rdene915 and @mjmcalliwrites in our ThriveinEDU Community on Facebook!
If you missed our live chat with Paul @PaulSolarz, now is your chance to catch up! Check out Paul's book, Learn Like a Pirate and join the chat on Monday nights at 8pm ET #learnlap
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Check out our conversation with Athea Davis on Thrive o'clock. Learn more about Athea's work and have some fun with Rachelle and Mel! Here is the episode recording!
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Listen to our chat with educator and author Allyson Apsey. Rachelle and Lainie had a great time chatting with Allyson and of course, playing a game! Hope you will join our ThriveinEDU community and check out the video recording of our chat with Allyson here!
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Listen to Rachelle and Lainie's conversation with Dr. Katie Novak! Follow Katie at @KatieNovakUDL See the episode here!
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Catch Rachelle and Mel's chat with our good friend Andrew Easton, @EastonA1. Educator and author and sometimes even ThriveinEDU co-host! Always a great chat and ideas from Andrew and his kids! So much fun hearing about what kids think about school and why relationships matter!
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Catch our chat with educator, author, and changemaker, Jesse Lubinsky. Find out more about Jesse here: www.jesselubinsky.com, www.readylearner.one, and www.changemakeredu.org. Catch the recording here of our chat!
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We had a great chat with educator, author and blogger Stephanie Rothstein for Thrive o'clock. Listen here and check out the live recording!
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We loved having Dr. Katie Martin on with us for Thrive o'clock. Be sure to check out Katie's blogs, books and the recording of our chat with her. Catch all of our recordings that have been now uploaded to YouTube.
Join us on Mondays and Fridays when we have a guest and play a game.
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Join in to listen to our chat with educator, speaker and author Jorge Valenzuela. Check out the live show recording here! Join our FB ThriveinEDU community and also check out my books bit.ly/pothbooks
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We had a great chat with Weston and Molly about their book, their podcast and all things education! Check out the recording of the live show here.
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Join Rachelle and Mel and their guest Desmond Hasty! You can even check out the recording of the live show here!
Catch us on Mondays and Fridays and join our ThriveinEDU Community on FB!
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Check out our great chat with educator, author, podcaster Joshua Stamper. We enjoyed our conversation and playing a game. You can check out the recording on our YouTube Channel or through the ThriveinEDU Community! Check out @EduMatchBooks for Josh's new book, Aspire to Lead, as well as copies of Rachelle and Mel's books!
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Join us to catch up with Sean and Lainie and how the connected educators for a powerful learning experience. And we had some fun too!
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Join Rachelle and Andrew who had the chance to chat with author and educator Al Kingsley!
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We caught up with Tim Cavey during a ThriveinEDU and had a great conversation. Learn more about Tim and his fantastic podcast Teachers on Fire. Join us live on Mondays and Fridays on FB, YT, LinkedIn and Twitter!
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We had a great chat with Dr. Katie Martin, author of Learner Centered Innovation and her newest book, Evolving Education. Listen in and check ou the recording from our live show!
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Join us with the team from JabuMind to learn about how to promote self-care and mindfulness, get the JabuMind app for teachers. Check out the recording on our YouTube channel!
Listen to our great conversation with Elissa and check out the recording on our YouTube channels or Facebook Communities!
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Listen in to our great chat and fun with George Couros. You can catch the recording on YouTube or Twitter. Enjoy! Catch us live on Mondays and Fridays! @gcouros @Rdene915 @EastonA1
Ideas for Digcit week and for all year learning! @BookCreatorApp @Nearpod @commonsenseEducation and more!
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Tools for digital storytelling and more!
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Importance of opportunities to develop SEL all through the year and prrovide students with differerent ways to demonstrate learning. See Buncee, Tract, Book Creator, Spaces and more!
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Helping students to build communication skills whether in person, hybrid or virtual learning. Methods and tools to promote SEL and build classroom community.
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Check out some tools like Gimkit, Whiteboard Chat, Padlet and more for interactive, anywhere learning!
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Check out @Buncee Tract Learning, @WeVideo and @Flipgrid for some great ways to build community and SEL!
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Summer learning continues with virtual events. Thinking about the new school year, here are five (or so) ideas to explore for back to school. Focus on SEL and building relationships and preparing for the future.
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Don't miss out on the Campfire Convos Voxer group led by Sean Gaillard @SMgaillard and & @LainieRowell. Join in the Changemaker 2021 conference from July 14-28. Sunday nights with #BookCampPD via Meredith Johnson and a book study focus each month! All free, great opportunities to connect and grab new ideas and have fun learning together!
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Did you attend ISTE Live? Have you been to the Model Schools Conference? Hear about some of the focus areas of these events.
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Check out some summer reads, what is on your to be read list? I just finished Culturally Responsive Teaching, Discomfort By Design and I am re-reading True Story Lessons That One Kid Taught Us. I shared a list of books to explore, some learning events and more!
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Are you taking a break? Focusing on self-care? Or looking for PD? You can find that in our ThriveinEDU community and our weekly shows! What are you working on this summer?
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There is a need for students to learn more about computer science. Check out some resources to learn to code and have some fun trying them out this summer. Blackbird Code, Code.org, Hopscotch, Girls Who Code, Rex Academy,
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Learning or taking a break this summer? We can do both. Decide what is best for you and find something that works with your time and finding balance. Rely on your PLN, join the communities in ISTE, Microsoft, ambassador programs, read a book, check out a podcast, but do so when it is best for you.
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Some ideas of ways to take a break and learn at the same time
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Ideas for boosting student engagement, benefits, tools to promote SEL
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Need some new ideas? Explore these using Edpuzzle, Screencastify, Game based learning tools, Buncee and Wakelet. Learn more in the episode!
Also check out my books! All for special prices, great educator and student stories and quotes!
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Everyone needs to focus on self-care, even a 5 minute break! Here are a few ideas to explore. Maybe an activity, a group, some music or an app like JabuMind. Whatever works for you to help with being intentional about taking the breaks we need.
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Ideas for promoting home to school connections and family engagement.
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Check out Spaces EDU for digital portfolios and more!
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How to prepare for another shift? Here are some ideas and thinks to consider.
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The importance of knowing how to pronounce names. Have you ever had your name mispronounced? Or have you mispronounced someone else's name? Why pronunciation matters.
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Benefits of digital portfolios and some tools for having students create them. @Buncee @Kidblog @Padlet @Spaces_EDU
Join in my ThriveinEDU Clubhouse conversations to share ideas.
Books bit.ly/pothbooks
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Looking for an AI course to try with your students? Or for yourself? Explore the options through AI World School. Learn more here and reach out if you have any questions.
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Tools for anywhere learning, some students to use to create with, some for more active learning and more. A few: Canva, PearDeck, Screencastify. Tune in!
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Are you on Clubhouse? Need an invite? Here are some of the things that I learned this past week on Clubhouse. Join in my rooms on Saturdays and Sundays, also Monday and Wednesday nights.
Want to bring some AI into your classroom? Here are some ways to get started. Join me on Clubhouse for more discussions about AI and other emerging technologies!
Check out Google AI Experiments, AI World School
Increase in use of AI in the world and in our classrooms. What are resources to explore and how can we get started? Check out Quick Draw, Auto Draw, Teachable Machine, and Will Robots Take My Job
Here are some hacks and 5 tools to explore! Hope to see you on Clubhouse, join in my rooms on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
A few weeks in, Clubhouse has become a favorite space to connect and learn. Join in my rooms on Saturdays and Sundays and twice during the week, for ThriveinEDU chat.
In this episode, I share some ideas from educators who joined in. Tools to check out this week!
Have you heard about Clubhouse? It is an iOs app and it has been a hot topic over the past few weeks. Learn what it is and how to get started!
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Wondering how to become more connected? Looking for a space to become part of a PLN? Here are some ideas. Also recommend joining my FB Thrive in EDU group https://www.facebook.com/groups/THRIVEinEDU
Check out some chats: FormativeChat, PLN365, CelebratED, CultureED, EdAdventures, CrazyPLN and Bookcamppd to start!
Hybrid teaching is not easy and some days I feel like I could have done so much better. I've decided to try some new ideas, break from the traditional methods and explore different tools that can help to connect us more in learning.
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What if we go back to school the way it was from 2 years ago? What would you want that to look like? What would you take from the hybrid and virtual experience? Sharing my idea for Wednesdays.
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There are lots of things to look forward to but also some challenges, struggles, that we are all processing. Here are some ideas to start with! Buncee, Blooket, Jamboard, Wakelet, Zigazoo
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What are your takeaways? The wins? The positives you found this year?
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Looking back over 2020 and what we have learned about our work as educators. What challenges have we faced as we transition through in-person, to virtual to hybrid? What worries you about your work? Sharing my experiences and what I have learned this year.
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Tools that are beneficial regardless of where learning is taking place. Check out Buncee, Formative, Nearpod, Blooket, Bingo Baker, Gimkit, Quizizz, Quizlet Live!
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There are definitely challenges when it comes to hybrid teaching and I've been working through a few. However, there are a lot of positives too. Being able to see some of the students and work together has been a definite plus!
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What are the challenges, benefits, frustrations of what we are experiencing as educators and students? Some of my experiences and ideas/hacks for making it work!
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Check out the Teacher Wellness posts from Edutopia
Definitely recommend the app JabuMind! Check it out today, more to come about JabuMind!
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I learned about Zigazoo a few weeks ago and have had fun exploring the videos created by kids! Zigazoo looks and feels like popular social media tools such as Instagram and TikTok, which means that students feel more comfortable with the user experience and are more likely to enjoy the learning process on Zigazoo.
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Ideas for meeting SEL needs virtually.
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Ideas for promoting collaboration whether in the classroom or virtually. Check out some of the tools mentioned. Also join my ThriveinEDU Facebook Community!
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Ideas for storytelling in the digital age.
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Navigating the fake news, building digcit skills
Check out Flipgrid/Wonderopolis
Adobe Photoshop: https://landing.adobe.com/en/na/products/creative-cloud/69308-real-or-photoshop/index.html
Fake or photo: https://area.autodesk.com/fakeorfoto
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Looking for new ideas or versatile tools to have students create and explore? Check out this episode and also, join my ThriveinEDU Facebook community!
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PBL, collaboration, giving feedback and more! Wonderopolis, Thrively, Padlet, Wakelet, Trello, Anchor, Synth and Flipgrid
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What are your challenges your successes your experiences in these first few weeks of the new school year? Here are some of mine and how I'm working on them
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How is your experience?
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Importance of being a mentor and finding a mentor for ourselves.
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Preparing for the start of the year,
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10 ideas to find balance, or do something each day for self-care
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Navigating in the Digital World: Creating our Space for this School Year
ChartYourNewCourse
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Ideas to help us reflect, for our students to become more reflective and build SEL skills. PBL and more!
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Ideas for starting the year, things I have learned about the value of sharing our story, and the power of connecting as we embrace the unknown this school year.
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Please join in my weekly show on Learning Revolution.com under SHOWS, ThriveinEDU on Wednesdays at 4pm Eastern. I have a different guest or guests each week. The show is live and is also recorded. Upcoming Tisha Richmond, LaVonna Roth, Justin Aglio, ISTE Teacher Education Network Team, and more!
Will be starting a book study of my book Unconventional Ways to Thrive in EDU in AUgust, please join us!
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Join in my weekly show on LearningRevolution.com. A recent guest was my good friend, Jennifer Casa-Todd. We discussed the importance of digcit and empowering students as digital leaders. Check out her book Social LEADia and her upcoming book!.
Here is our episode: https://youtu.be/y41j48gbmBc
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Ideas for focusing on preparing for the unknown.
Also to join in my weekly show on www.learningrevolution.com on Wednesdays, 4:00 pm EST A different guest and topic each week!
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What are some things that we can work on now, that will benefit us in the new school year, regardless of where learning takes place
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What have we learned and what can we do better? Planning for the Unknown
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Take time to breathe, focus on what is most important: Relationships
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Make time to ask students for feedback and use their input to guide your next steps for summer learning and planning ahead.
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Reflecting on lessons learned and plans moving forward, focused on discussion after my recent blog post. Getting Through
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Finding the words to say and the actions to take can be a challenge, I'm working through and making sure I connect, looking to learn and grow.
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5 fun tools to create with AR/VR
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Reflections on progress, plans for the future, new ideas and fun activities
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Check out the EALA: Educating All Learners Alliance, a project focused on providing resources and support for special education.
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Check in on family and friends, make sure your students are doing okay. Every moment matters.
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Sharing ideas and considerations for wellness and helping each other during the pandemic and every day.
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Explore unconventional ideas and how to bring about positive changes in our classrooms, remotely and in person. Check out my book Unconventional Ways to Thrive in EDU.
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What do you think needs to happen? What will our schools look like? Inspired by NPR article and my own thoughts.
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Some thoughts about school, classes, precautions, and things to consider now as we prepare for our return to the classroom.
Great article that I read earlier: NPR 9 things
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Ideas
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Innovation does not mean technology. Take some risks, try something new, ideas for students and families.
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Think about best ways to communicate, focus on transitions that may happen fast, as our closures did. Prepare for the return to school by taking some opportunities to try new ways to foster communication.
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How can we find balance now? What should we do? Stay connected, make time for you, take breaks. Just some ideas for how to plan days and find some balance during this uncertain and chaotic time.
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Why we need to focus on connecting and how.
I use Zoom and this is how I set it up and why I am glad that I did.
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Looking for tools for learning, here are ideas that families can enjoy too. Try Gimkit, Kahoot!, Quizizz, for games or Buncee and Flipgrid for storytelling, or explore with Nearpod for VR.
Also look at explore.org for live cams around the world, animals, places, and climates.
Pernille Ripp and Global Read Aloud: Authors doing read-alouds each day.
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Just some thoughts to share about things to consider, what has worked, tips, and hopefully some ideas to try.
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Chats, Audio, Video and Meetings
Bachchannel chat, Anchor, GoSynth, Padlet, Buncee, Zoom, Google Meet, Google Hangouts
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Some ways to foster connections during remote learning. Access is important, make sure families and students have access to information and resources. Next, how will you communicate? We still need to have social interactions, leverage the technology to make that happen. Google Classroom, Teams, Slack, Padlet, Flipgrid, Screencastify, Zoom.
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Pace yourself, we are all learning and adjusting.
Find a tool like Buncee, where you can create a video, link resources, teach a lesson, have students create. Use Nearpod for interactive lessons and Virtual Reality, have meetings using Zoom, Teams, Google Meet, and record a lesson with Screencastify or Loom. for a few examples.
Read more: https://www.gettingsmart.com/2020/03/choosing-the-right-tools-for-remote-learning/
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Ideas to immerse students more in learning, global collaborations and explorations.
See Buncee, Nearpod. Flipgrid, CoSpaces EDU, Merge EDU, Google Expeditions, Mystery Skype
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Continuation from prior episode, with advice from students. Be creative. Be supportive. Make connections. Take risks with learning. Encourage and Inspire.
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Reflect on your experience. Share your story, lean in and listen more and see the student, not the behavior. I recommend reading the book Lost at School.
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Share your story: Podcast, Blog, Periscope. Start with one and use it as a way to reflect and share your ideas. Your story needs to be told.
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Some ideas for learning and growing with your PLN
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Carl Hooker and Adam Phyall Session
Jaime Donally AR/VR
Claudio Zavala, Amy Storer, Brian Romero Smith and Marialice Curran - Creativity is my Jam
Laura Steinbrink - Train like a NAVY SEAL
Lori Gracey - The Future is Now (great title, like my book!)
Esports
Expo hall sightings
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The BETT experience, part II: The Space, Technology and the People
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An amazing opportunity to be with Buncee at BETT in London. Being able to share the possibilities for creating with Buncee and how Microsoft's Immersive reader benefits learners was an absolute honor.
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Here are some favorites: Buncee, Gimkit, Nearpod, Wakelet, Synth, Anchor, Voxer
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Some of my takeaways from FETC and conferences in general.
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How to share our experiences, learn and grow together
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Follow up to a conversation. Importance of being a risk-taker, connecting, not being afraid to ask for help
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Five ways that I find time for personal and professional development.
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Do you make resolutions? I think more about goals, being intentional about changes I would like to make and reflecting. Relentless pursuit of growth.
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Ideas for the new year after time to relax and recharge. Focus on relationships, family engagement, learning spaces and more.
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We had a Tweet and Talk (EduMatch) last night, and the discussion was the 2nd part of a talk on the future of education and work. A great panel and so I wanted to share what we discussed and some of my own thoughts for this episode.
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Check out code.org and look to twitter for the #hourofcode hashtag!
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Check out the Hour of Code and Code.org site
Also try Code Academy, Hopscotch, Brain Pop, MIT Scratch, Girls Who Code, Khan Academy
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How we made more powerful connections during PBL: Edmodo, Flipgrid, Padlet, Synth, Buncee and Nearpod
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I learned that I was not truly doing authentic PBL in my classes. Here are some resources and ways to provide a better and more authentic experience for students.
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Some ideas for creating more personalized learning experiences for students. Examples PBL, Blended Learning and Station Rotations.
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Five ways to build collaborative skills in the Classroom,
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SEL, check out the Casel.org site for information and materials for use in your classroom.
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Here are five ways that I have tried to create more active learning in my classroom.
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What happens if we offer more choices for students to learn and design their education? What are the skills that students need for now and the future?
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Some ideas of how to prepare students for the future of work and learning.
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Ideas about AI and how it can be used in education, resources to explore
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A space in which students take a more active role, transforms students from consumers to creators and the former teacher-centered classroom into a student-centered and student-driven space. n an effort to encourage students to become more active learners as well as to be more involved in the types of activities and instruction in the classroom, I started to implement some teaching strategies involving music and games.
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Mentoring and why it is important. 5 ideas for connecting and forming a mentorship.
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Check out my blog at www.Rdene915.com
Learn about my books In Other Words and The Future is Now, bit.ly/Pothbooks
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My first podcast, random thoughts, please let me know if you want to be a guest, respond, anything. Definitely welcome some feedback..
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