EduMagic: Future Teacher Podcast: Recent Episodes
Dr. Sam Fecich - Education Podcast Network
Are you an aspiring teacher?
The EduMagic Future Teacher Podcast is a podcast designed for preservice teachers who are using EduMagic to rock their college careers. With each episode, you will learn about what it means to be an educator of excellence. Guests include current teachers, educational experts, and administrators who share their tips and stories to help YOU.
Learn from the best! Listen in as Dr. Sam Fecich interviews educators on how they got started in education, what they do now, and how they use EduMagic every day with students. You can also listen to past episodes or subscribe so that new episodes come right into your inbox every week!
For more EduMagic go to www.sfecich.com.
Guest host Dr. Jenna Copper, an Assistant Professor of Education at Slippery Rock University and a former high school English teacher, shares her top three classroom technology tools that every middle and high school teacher should know: Padlet, Canva, and Gimkit.
Whether you're teaching in person, in a hybrid setting, or online, these tools are ideal for enhancing student engagement, creativity, and collaboration. Learn how to use Padlet for interactive discussions, Canva for eye-catching classroom visuals, and Gimkit to gamify review sessions in a fun way. Perfect for:* Secondary educators * Instructional technology coaches * Teachers looking for easy-to-use EdTech tools * Anyone wanting to increase student voice and interaction
Additionally, Dr. Copper shares practical classroom tips, creative ideas, and strategies to make these tools work for you regardless of your tech comfort level.
Follow Dr. Jenna Copper on Instagram and TikTok @DrJennaCopper for daily teaching strategies and EdTech inspiration.
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Hey EduMagicians! In this episode, we’re diving into a must-know skill for every college student: how to professionally email your professor when you miss class, whether it’s your first absence or your third, and how you communicate matters.
I’ll walk you through a step-by-step checklist to help you write respectful, responsible, and effective emails that show initiative and professionalism.
We’ll cover:
* What to check in your syllabus before emailing
* How to reference class content and assignments
* What to include to show you’re taking ownership of your learning
* How to follow up with peers and use your LMS
Plus, I’ll share a free fill-in-the-blank email template you can use next time you’re absent. Let’s level up your communication skills and keep your college journey on track.
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Welcome to EduMagic, where future teachers grow, reflect, and shine! If you're a new education major, you're probably asking yourself: What kind of teacher do I want to be? That question is at the heart of today’s topic: building your teacher identity. Your teacher identity is more than just your major; it's your purpose, your passion, and your personal teaching philosophy. Let’s explore how you can start shaping it from day one.
Show notes can be found here - https://www.sfecich.com/post/building-your-teacher-identity-a-guide-for-new-education-majors
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Starting college as an education major? Feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to find your people? In this episode of the EDU Magic Podcast, guest host Dr. Amy Orville, professor, mom, and professional development expert, shares three powerful, heart-centered strategies to help you build a strong support network in your first year of college. Whether you're just beginning your journey as a future teacher or looking to strengthen your connections on campus, this episode is packed with practical advice on:
✅ How to connect with your education cohort
✅ Finding a faculty mentor (your academic Yoda!)
✅ Joining education organizations that align with your goals
These tips are designed to help first-year education majors thrive both academically and emotionally. Behind every great teacher is a community that helped them grow.
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways. Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Are you a secondary education major getting ready for a new semester? Whether you're stepping into your first classroom observation or prepping for student teaching, this episode of the EDU Magic Podcast is packed with the inspiration and strategies you need to thrive.
This Month’s Guest Host: Dr. Jenna Copper, educator, author, and assistant professor at Slippery Rock University, shares her journey from English major to passionate teacher educator. She’s bringing you real talk, practical tips, and a whole lot of encouragement. In this episode, you’ll learn:
✅ How to embrace your identity as a teacher-in-training
✅ Why starting a teacher portfolio now is a game-changer
✅ What to look for during classroom observations
✅ How to stay reflective, curious, and confident all semester long
Plus, you’ll get a special homework assignment to help you define your “why” as a future educator.
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Welcome, EdguMagicians! I’m Dr. Sam Fecich, host of the EduMagic Podcast, and I’m thrilled to kick off our new podcast series: “Welcome to Your Journey,” a guide for future teachers preparing for their first year of college. As the author of EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On, Crush It From the Start, and Digital PD, I’m passionate about helping new and future educators thrive.
Whether you're just starting your college journey or gearing up for student teaching, this episode is packed with essential tips to help you start strong. This episode will cover five essential summer tips for future education majors to explore to help them start strong during the first year of college.
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom! Join the Conversation on Instagram.
Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
In this episode, we dive into how Canva AI is revolutionizing the way educators and creators work. Learn how to use Magic Write, create interactive games, design custom flyers, and more—all with the power of AI. Whether you're in the classroom or creating content, this episode is packed with practical tips and inspiration!
You'll learn:* How to use Magic Write to generate blog posts, resumes, and more * How to create educational games like flashcards, escape rooms, and quizzes * Tips for customizing AI-generated content with your own style and visuals * Real classroom applications, including SEL ideas like digital birthday cards
Whether you're a teacher, designer, or just Canva-curious, this episode is packed with practical tips and creative inspiration. Tune in and start creating smarter with Canva AI!
Show notes include links to tools, templates, and the YouTube video by Class Notes with Nicole.
Show notes can be found here - https://www.sfecich.com/post/how-to-use-canva-ai-design-smarter-with-magic-write-games-and-more
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Congratulations, graduate! You’ve survived the lesson plans, late nights, and student teaching. You crossed the stage at graduation, now what? Whether you’ve landed your first teaching job or are still searching, this episode will help you transition from cap and gown to classroom and beyond. Here are three graduation tips to focus on as you step into this exciting new chapter.
* Graduation Tip 1: Find the Right Job Fit
* Graduation Tip 2: Budgeting, DIY, and Meal Prep
* Graduation Tip 3: Grow as a Future Teacher
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Do you want to continue the conversation beyond the podcast? You can connect with me online for more resources, inspiration, and support tailored to future educators and teachers.
🌐 Visit Dr. Sam’s website for podcast episodes, blog posts, freebies, and more tools to empower your teaching journey.
Sponsored by: "What's your student teacher superpower?" Click here to take the free quiz!
📸 Tag me on Instagram @sfecich so I can share your thoughts in my stories. Remember, EDUmagicians, you have the EduMagic within you. 🧡
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Hey EDUmagicians! Preparing for a teaching interview can be a challenging experience, but with the right approach, you can effectively showcase your skills and knowledge. In this episode, we dive into the powerful Danielson Framework for Teaching to help you answer interview questions with confidence and make your responses stand out. Understanding the Danielson Framework: The Danielson Framework for Teaching, created by Charlotte Danielson, is a widely used tool to assess and enhance teaching practices. It comprises four main domains:
1. Planning and Preparation
2. Classroom Environment
3. Instruction
4. Professional Responsibilities
By aligning your interview preparation with these domains, you can better demonstrate your teaching effectiveness.
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Do you want to continue the conversation beyond the podcast? You can connect with me online for more resources, inspiration, and support tailored to future educators and teachers.
🌐 Visit Dr. Sam’s website for podcast episodes, blog posts, freebies, and more tools to empower your teaching journey.
Sponsored by: "What's your student teacher superpower?" Click here to take the free quiz!
📸 Tag me on Instagram @sfecich so I can share your thoughts in my stories. Remember, EDUmagicians, you have the EduMagic within you. 🧡
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Have you ever dreamed of being an action figure? Well, EDUmagicians, it’s time to make that dream a reality—AI style! In this fun and interactive episode, Dr. Sam walks you through how to create your very own teacher action figure using AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot.
From picking your outfit and accessories (hello flare pens and coffee cups!) to customizing your packaging and pose, you’ll learn how to turn your teacher identity into a collectible masterpiece.
But this episode isn’t just about having fun, it’s also a chance to explore important conversations around AI bias, representation, and identity in digital spaces. So grab your favorite teacher mug and buckle up for a creative ride.
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Do you want to continue the conversation beyond the podcast? You can connect with me online for more resources, inspiration, and support tailored to future educators and teachers.
🌐 Visit Dr. Sam’s website for podcast episodes, blog posts, freebies, and more tools to empower your teaching journey.
Sponsored by: "What's your student teacher superpower?" Click here to take the free quiz!
📸 Tag me on Instagram @sfecich so I can share your thoughts in my stories. Remember, EDUmagicians, you have the EduMagic within you. 🧡
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Hey there, edumagicians! In this episode of the EduMagic podcast, we're diving into the powerful concept of "Maslow Before Bloom." Join me as we explore how prioritizing student well-being can transform your classroom and boost academic success.
We'll break down Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and share practical tips for creating a safe, supportive environment where students feel seen and valued. Plus, we have some amazing insights from experts Lavonna Roth and Charles Williams on building strong relationships and fostering a sense of belonging.
Whether you're a seasoned teacher or just starting, this episode is packed with valuable strategies to help you nurture the whole child. Tune in and discover how balancing Maslow's needs with Bloom's Taxonomy can lead to a happier, more engaged classroom.
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Do you want to continue the conversation beyond the podcast? You can connect with me online for more resources, inspiration, and support tailored to future educators and teachers.
🌐 Visit Dr. Sam’s website for podcast episodes, blog posts, freebies, and more tools to empower your teaching journey.
Sponsored by: "What's your student teacher superpower?" Click here to take the free quiz!
📸 Tag me on Instagram @sfecich so I can share your thoughts in my stories. Remember, EDUmagicians, you have the EduMagic within you. 🧡
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
In this episode of the EduMagic Podcast, we tackle a topic that's shaking up the education world: the closing of the Department of Education. Join us as we explore the implications of this monumental change and what it means for future teachers.
We'll discuss the role of the Department of Education, the impact of its closure on funding, student loans, and civil rights enforcement, and provide actionable steps for aspiring educators to navigate these changes. Plus, we'll highlight the importance of staying informed and connected through professional organizations like NEA Aspiring Educators.
Whether you're a student teacher, a first-year educator, or simply passionate about education, this episode is packed with insights, professional advice, and a touch of fun to keep you engaged. Tune in to learn how you can advocate for your students and prepare for the future of education.
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Do you want to continue the conversation beyond the podcast? You can connect with me online for more resources, inspiration, and support tailored to future educators and teachers.
🌐 Visit Dr. Sam’s website for podcast episodes, blog posts, freebies, and more tools to empower your teaching journey.
Sponsored by: "What's your student teacher superpower?" Click here to take the free quiz!
📸 Tag me on Instagram @sfecich so I can share your thoughts in my stories. Remember, EDUmagicians, you have the EduMagic within you. 🧡
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Spring is the perfect time for a digital refresh! In this episode of the EduMagic Podcast, we’re tackling a spring cleaning checklist to help future educators enhance their online presence. From social media cleanups to LinkedIn updates, digital portfolios, resumes, and file organization, I’ll share simple, actionable tips to ensure your digital footprint is professional and job ready.
Whether you're preparing for job applications or just staying organized, this episode will help you put your best digital foot forward! Listen now and start your digital spring cleaning today!
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Do you want to continue the conversation beyond the podcast? You can connect with me online for more resources, inspiration, and support tailored to future educators and teachers.
🌐 Visit Dr. Sam’s website for podcast episodes, blog posts, freebies, and more tools to empower your teaching journey.
Sponsored by: "What's your student teacher superpower?" Click here to take the free quiz!
📸 Tag me on Instagram @sfecich so I can share your thoughts in my stories. Remember, EDUmagicians, you have the EduMagic within you. 🧡
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Welcome, EduMagicians! We're thrilled to have you join us for another engaging conversation on the EduMagic Podcast. Today, we're diving into an amazing initiative that's profoundly influencing the future of education: the Call Me MISTER program.
Dr. Sam Fecich recently spoke with Byron Morgan, the Director of the Call Me MISTER program and the Outreach and Engagement Coordinator at Longwood University, about how this program is molding the next generation of male educators.
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Do you want to continue the conversation beyond the podcast? You can connect with me online for more resources, inspiration, and support tailored to future educators and teachers.
🌐 Visit Dr. Sam’s website for podcast episodes, blog posts, freebies, and more tools to empower your teaching journey.
Sponsored by: "What's your student teacher superpower?" Click here to take the free quiz!
📸 Tag me on Instagram @sfecich so I can share your thoughts in my stories. Remember, EDUmagicians, you have the EduMagic within you. 🧡
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Leaving a Loving Teaching Legacy as a Student Teacher In this episode of EduMagic, we’ll explore how student teachers can create a lasting impact from day one in the classroom. Your student teaching experience isn’t just about meeting requirements—it’s about shaping the kind of educator you aspire to be. I’ll guide you through practical strategies to build a positive classroom environment, foster meaningful relationships with students, and make learning engaging and unforgettable. By the end of this episode, you’ll feel inspired to become the teacher your students will always remember—not just for what you taught but for how you made them feel.
💡 Mentioned in This Episode:
* Building a positive classroom culture
* Engaging and meaningful teaching strategies
* Reflection and continuous growth as a teacher
* Celebrating small wins and making a difference
🎧 Listen now and start building your teaching legacy!
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Do you want to continue the conversation beyond the podcast? You can connect with me online for more resources, inspiration, and support tailored to future educators and teachers.
🌐 Visit Dr. Sam’s website for podcast episodes, blog posts, freebies, and more tools to empower your teaching journey.
Sponsored by: "What's your student teacher superpower?" Click here to take the free quiz!
📸 Tag me on Instagram @sfecich so I can share your thoughts in my stories. Remember, EDUmagicians, you have the EduMagic within you. 🧡
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
In this episode of the EduMagic podcast, hosted by Dr. Sam Fcsich, student teachers receive valuable tips and strategies for navigating the challenges of student teaching. Dr. Sam emphasizes the dual roles of student and teacher and offers guidance on cultivating relationships, dressing professionally, and prioritizing quality preparation over quantity.
The episode also highlights the importance of maintaining a positive mindset, practicing self-care, and documenting experiences for future resumes. Finally, it touches on managing your
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Do you want to continue the conversation beyond the podcast? You can connect with me online for more resources, inspiration, and support tailored to future educators and teachers.
🌐 Visit Dr. Sam’s website for podcast episodes, blog posts, freebies, and more tools to empower your teaching journey.
Sponsored by: "What's your student teacher superpower?" Click here to take the free quiz!
📸 Tag me on Instagram @sfecich so I can share your thoughts in my stories. Remember, EDUmagicians, you have the EduMagic within you. 🧡
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
In this episode of the EduMagic podcast, Dr. Sam Fecich explores the features and benefits of Notebook LM, a powerful AI tool. She guides listeners through accessing and using the tool by logging in with a Google account, creating and managing notebooks, and adding various resources like Google Docs, Slides, websites, and YouTube links.
By analyzing these resources, she demonstrates how Notebook LM can generate study guides, provide guided notes, and answer questions. She shares her personal experience using Notebook LM for presentations and emphasizes its potential utility for teachers and college students, including interactive podcasts and beta features. The episode also discusses practical applications for creating study aids, anticipating content, and supporting student learning and reviews.
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Do you want to continue the conversation beyond the podcast? You can connect with me online for more resources, inspiration, and support tailored to future educators and teachers.
🌐 Visit Dr. Sam’s website for podcast episodes, blog posts, freebies, and more tools to empower your teaching journey.
Sponsored by: "What's your student teacher superpower?" Click here to take the free quiz!
📸 Tag me on Instagram @sfecich so I can share your thoughts in my stories. Remember, EDUmagicians, you have the EduMagic within you. 🧡
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
In this inspiring episode of the EduMagic Podcast, Dr. Sam sits down with Claire Machosky, a seasoned educator with over 55 years of experience, to explore practical strategies that can transform your classroom and empower your students.
Claire shares actionable insights on embracing multimodal learning, fostering clear communication, providing constructive feedback, and leveraging unique resources like the Library of Congress.
From the power of the “Two Stars and a Wish” feedback method to the importance of continuous professional development, this conversation is packed with tools you can implement today to create meaningful learning experiences.
Claire also offers a heartfelt message to aspiring teachers, reminding us that teaching isn’t just a profession—it’s a calling.
🔗 Connect with Claire Machosky:
👉 Grab her book, The Path to Learning and Literacy, on Amazon.
💡 Ready to transform your teaching? Tune in now and take the first step toward unlocking student potential!
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Do you want to continue the conversation beyond the podcast? You can connect with me online for more resources, inspiration, and support tailored to future educators and teachers.
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Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Discover how Brisk AI can transform your teaching experience! In this episode, we explore how this powerful tool helps educators save time, streamline lesson planning, and provide personalized feedback effortlessly. Learn practical tips for integrating Brisk AI into your teaching workflow to enhance productivity and support student success. Whether you're grading, planning, or managing classroom tasks, Brisk AI has you covered.
Links mentioned in the show
* Brisk Teaching: briskteaching.com
* All AI options within Brisk: https://www.briskteaching.com/ai-tools-for-teachers
* Teach Better Podcast Network: teachbetterpodcastnetwork.com
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Do you want to continue the conversation beyond the podcast? You can connect with me for more resources, inspiration, and support tailored for future educators and teachers.
🌐 Visit Dr. Sam’s website for podcast episodes, blog posts, freebies, and more tools to empower your teaching journey.
📸 Follow Dr. Sam on Instagram @sfecich for daily teaching tips, classroom inspiration, and behind-the-scenes looks at her work.
🌌 Join her on BlueSky: sfecich.bsky.social to explore more ideas and engage in thoughtful discussions about education and technology.
Dr. Sam loves hearing from her listeners, so don’t hesitate to reach out and share how you’re using her resources in your teaching!
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Looking to start your class off strong? In this episode, we explore The First Five by Ed Tomorrow—a free daily resource designed to help teachers build student connections in just five minutes a day. Learn how to integrate social-emotional learning (SEL), mindfulness, and relationship-building activities into your classroom routine.
Discover practical tips for fostering engagement, strengthening classroom culture, and creating meaningful moments with your students. Perfect for teachers seeking actionable strategies to enhance their teaching while saving time. Tune in and transform your first five minutes of class!
Links mentioned in the show
https://www.edtomorrow.com/first-5
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Do you want to continue the conversation beyond the podcast? You can connect with me for more resources, inspiration, and support tailored to future educators and teachers.
🌐 Visit Dr. Sam’s website for podcast episodes, blog posts, freebies, and more tools to empower your teaching journey.
Sponsored by: "What's your student teacher superpower?" Click here to take the free quiz!
Let's connect! 📸 Tag me on Instagram @sfecich so I can share your thoughts in my stories. Remember, you have the EduMagic within you. 🧡
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Are you looking for the best way to thank your cooperating teacher? In this episode of the EduMagic Podcast, Dr. Sam shares practical tips for writing a meaningful thank-you note that leaves a lasting impression. Whether you have completed student teaching, a field experience, or a classroom observation, this guide will help you craft a note that stands out.
Discover six key elements to include in your thank-you note, learn how to personalize your message with specific examples, and express your appreciation for their mentorship and teaching excellence. This episode is perfect for preservice teachers looking to strengthen their professional connections and convey heartfelt gratitude.
Tune in to learn:
* What to include in a thank-you note to your cooperating teacher.
* Share specific examples of their impact on your growth as a teacher.
* Tips for making your thank-you note unique and memorable.
Say thank you in the most meaningful way possible and celebrate the educators who make a difference! 🎧 Listen now for actionable advice and start writing that perfect thank-you note!
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Do you want to continue the conversation beyond the podcast? You can connect with me for more resources, inspiration, and support tailored to future educators and teachers.
🌐 Visit Dr. Sam’s website for podcast episodes, blog posts, freebies, and more tools to empower your teaching journey.
Sponsored by: "What's your student teacher superpower?" Click here to take the free quiz!
Let's connect! 📸 Tag me on Instagram @sfecich so I can share your thoughts in my stories. Remember, you have the EduMagic within you. 🧡
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Ready to transform your teaching? In this episode of EduMagic, host Dr. Sam Fecich dives into Universal Design for Learning (UDL) with UDL expert Sarah Grossi! This episode is packed with practical tips and real-world examples to help you make your classroom more inclusive, engaging, and supportive of all learners.
From boosting student choice and voice to designing lessons that allow every student to thrive, Sarah shares her go-to UDL strategies to create a learning environment where students feel empowered to succeed.Join us as we break down the three core UDL principles—engagement, representation, and expression—and discover how to apply them effectively in your daily teaching. Plus, find out how you can earn your Associate UDL Credential to level up your skills and stand out as an inclusive educator!Tune in for:
* Engagement Tips: Strategies to keep every student engaged and motivated.
* Representation Insights: How to present information in diverse, accessible ways.
* Expression Tools: Creative ways for students to demonstrate their knowledge.
Whether you're new to UDL or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode will inspire you to take action and make every lesson more meaningful. Perfect for educators seeking to create a classroom where all students can shine!🎧 Listen now and start your journey to a UDL-focused classroom!
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Do you want to continue the conversation beyond the podcast? You can connect with me for more resources, inspiration, and support tailored to future educators and teachers.
🌐 Visit Dr. Sam’s website for podcast episodes, blog posts, freebies, and more tools to empower your teaching journey.
Sponsored by: "What's your student teacher superpower?" Click here to take the free quiz!
Let's connect! 📸 Tag me on Instagram @sfecich so I can share your thoughts in my stories. Remember, you have the EduMagic within you. 🧡
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
Welcome back, EduMagicians! In this episode, Dr. Sam Fecich explores Classroom Screen— a tool designed to create a warm, welcoming, and positive learning environment. Whether you're greeting your students at the door or managing activities throughout the day, Classroom Screen offers practical and engaging ways to set a positive tone and build a safe space for learning.
Join Dr. Sam as she dives into the customizable features of Classroom Screen, from creating fun and calming backgrounds to setting up quick polls to check in with students. She highlights powerful tools, including:
* Backgrounds
* Polls
* Timers
* Random Name Picker
* Educational Games
With practical tips on using Classroom Screen to foster a supportive, inclusive, and engaging environment, Dr. Sam shares strategies for creating a class culture where every student feels seen and valued.
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Do you want to continue the conversation beyond the podcast? You can connect with me online for more resources, inspiration, and support tailored to future educators and teachers.
🌐 Visit Dr. Sam’s website for podcast episodes, blog posts, freebies, and more tools to empower your teaching journey.
Sponsored by: "What's your student teacher superpower?" Click here to take the free quiz!
📸 Tag me on Instagram @sfecich so I can share your thoughts in my stories. Remember, EDUmagicians, you have the EduMagic within you. 🧡
Classroom Screen blog post in 2018 - https://www.sfecich.com/post/classroom-screen-the-screen-to-rule-them-all
Share your own Classroom Screen ideas and designs on Instagram at @SFecich. Tune in and discover how to infuse your classroom with #EduMagic, making every student feel at home!
Let's connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sfecich/
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
In this episode of the EduMagic Podcast, I sit down with Mimi McKee and Ansharaye Hines from the Center for Black Educator Development to discuss their incredible work in rebuilding the Black teacher pipeline. We dive into why representation in education matters, the profound impact Black educators can have on students, and how the Center is making waves with programs like the Freedom School Literacy Academy and the Black Teacher Pipeline Fellowship.
We also explore the history behind the decline of Black educators, their advocacy for policy changes, and ways you can support their mission to create a more diverse and equitable education system.
Tune in to learn how this vital work is transforming the future of education!
Be sure to visit the Center for Black Educator Development at thecenterblacked.org and follow them on social media to find out how you can get involved.
This podcast is part of the Teach Better Podcast Network.
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Do you want to continue the conversation beyond the podcast? You can connect with me online for more resources, inspiration, and support tailored to future educators and teachers.
🌐 Visit Dr. Sam’s website for podcast episodes, blog posts, freebies, and more tools to empower your teaching journey.
Sponsored by: "What's your student teacher superpower?" Click here to take the free quiz!
📸 Tag me on Instagram @sfecich so I can share your thoughts in my stories. Remember, EDUmagicians, you have the EduMagic within you. 🧡
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
In this week's episode of the EduMagic Podcast, we're discussing something practical and fun: creating your "Meet the Teacher Candidate" letter. Whether you're about to start field placements or student teaching, this letter is a must-have for introducing yourself to your cooperating teachers and families.
For more tips and ideas, check out the full episode and get ready to create a letter that truly reflects you as a future educator!
Check out https://www.sfecich.com/post/let-s-create-a-meet-the-teacher-candidate-letter for more tips!
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Do you want to continue the conversation beyond the podcast? You can connect with me online for more resources, inspiration, and support tailored to future educators and teachers.
🌐 Visit Dr. Sam’s website for podcast episodes, blog posts, freebies, and more tools to empower your teaching journey.
Sponsored by: "What's your student teacher superpower?" Click here to take the free quiz!
📸 Tag me on Instagram @sfecich so I can share your thoughts in my stories. Remember, EDUmagicians, you have the EduMagic within you. 🧡
Show notes can be found here: www.sfecich.com/podcast
Connect with Dr. Sam Fecich
Want to keep the conversation going beyond the blog? I’d love to connect with you! Whether you're a future educator, a current teacher, or someone passionate about edtech and innovation in the classroom, there are plenty of ways to stay inspired and supported.
Discover Your Student Teacher Superpower. Take the free quiz: What’s Your Student Teacher Superpower? and uncover your unique strengths in the classroom!
Join the Conversation on Instagram. Tag me @sfecich with your thoughts and takeaways.
Remember, EDUmagicians...You have the EduMagic within you. Keep shining, keep growing, and keep making a difference.
In this episode of the EduMagic Podcast, Dr. Sam Fecich looks into the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Discover how AI tools like DiffIt, Padlet, and Magic School can help create an inclusive and engaging learning environment for all students.
Key Takeaways:* Understand UDL principles and how they support student-centered learning. * Learn how to integrate AI tools to create more engaging and personalized learning experiences. * Find out best practices and considerations for using AI responsibly in the classroom.
Dr. Fecich provides a detailed overview of the three UDL principles—engagement, representation, and action and expression—and emphasizes the role of AI in supporting diverse learners, and differentiating instruction.
In the latest episode of the EduMagic Podcast, Dr. Sam Fecich explores Padlet, which is a virtual bulletin board ideal for interactive learning. Whether you're teaching in person or online, Padlet's latest AI-powered features make it easier than ever to create engaging activities and enhance student collaboration.
Discover innovative ways to incorporate Padlet into your classroom, such as setting up interactive exit tickets and entrance activities, utilizing Padlet's new AI Recipes to generate rubrics, lesson plans, and assessments, and using fun sandbox templates like Jeopardy and spelling games to make learning more engaging.
Tune in to get actionable tips and strategies to use with your students using Padlet. Let's make learning more fun, collaborative, and creative!
In this episode of EduMagic, Dr. Sam breaks down the essentials of creating a professional yet approachable email signature for aspiring teachers. Whether you're reaching out to educators for field placements, coursework, student teaching, or potential job opportunities, a well-crafted signature can make a lasting impression.
Dr. Sam shares the key elements every teacher candidate should include, such as full name, title, school, degree, and contact info, along with optional additions like a portfolio link or social media handles. Plus, she provides tips on formatting, using professional fonts, and ensuring your signature is error-free and clickable. Want more email tips?
Tune in and learn how to set yourself apart with a polished, professional email signature!
In this episode of the EduMagic Podcast, Dr. Sam explores the crucial link between strong student relationships and effective classroom management. You'll learn practical strategies for creating a positive classroom environment, building trust, and engaging students in meaningful ways. Whether you're a new teacher or a seasoned educator, these tips will help you improve student connections and enhance your classroom management skills. Tune in to discover how a relationship-centered approach can lead to a more harmonious and productive learning experience.
In this episode of the EduMagic New Educator Podcast, Dr. Sam Fecich introduces you to DiffIt, an innovative tool designed to save teachers time and simplify lesson planning. Perfect for first-year teachers, DiffIt allows you to create customized student resources like vocabulary lists, assessments, and reading passages in just a few clicks. Dr. Sam takes you on a deep dive into how DiffIt works, from setting up your free account to generating differentiated content for your classroom. Whether you're looking to streamline your planning process or enhance your teaching with AI-powered resources, this episode is packed with practical tips and insights. Tune in to learn how DiffIt can transform your teaching experience and discover why it’s a game-changer for new educators. Don't miss out—listen now and start leveraging the power of DiffIt in your classroom today!
In this episode, I introduce the must-have tool for all student teachers: the EduMagic Student Teacher Planner. Designed specifically to help student teachers navigate the complex and exciting journey of student teaching, this planner is packed with practical features that will keep you organized and focused.
Let's break down the planner's components and explain how each section helps you manage your time, track your progress, and reflect on your experiences.
Grab the planner here - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Student-Teacher-Digital-Planner-Fall-24-Coffee-theme-7578359
Hey there, edumagicians! Dr. Sam here, bringing you a quick yet impactful episode of the EduMagic Podcast. Today, we’re answering a listener’s question: “How do teachers enjoy summer while also preparing for the next school year?” I’ll share practical tips and strategies to help you balance relaxation with productivity. Tune in to learn how to make the most of your summer while staying prepared for the classroom!
Join Dr. Sam Fecich in this exciting episode of the EduMagic Podcast as she recaps her experience at the Educators Rising Conference! From passionate future teachers to innovative EdTech tools, discover the highlights and key takeaways from this incredible event.
Dr. Fecich shares her interactive booth activities, heartwarming reasons why attendees chose teaching, and engaging presentations like "AI Without the Overwhelm."
Explore how AI tools like EduAide, Magic School, DiffIt, and School AI enhance teaching while aligning with the Danielson Framework for Teaching. Tune in for inspiration, practical EdTech tips, and fresh perspectives on AI in education.
Getting ready for student teaching in the fall is essential for new educators who want to succeed in their teaching careers. Aspiring teachers should focus on implementing effective classroom management strategies, building relationships with mentor teachers, and understanding the community context. Additionally, gaining professional development through webinars, getting familiar with educational technology, and emphasizing social-emotional learning are important steps.
Check out the most recent episode of the EduMagic Podcast, which features Mercedes Masto, an innovative educator and podcasting pioneer. She helps teacher candidates excel in their certification exams. In this engaging interview, Mercedes talks about her journey from the restaurant industry to teaching in a juvenile detention facility. She explains how these experiences fueled her passion for educational podcasting.
Mercedes shares her top exam preparation strategies, including tips for managing test anxiety and mastering study techniques. She also explores the impactful role of podcasts in education, providing insights into their use for English language learners, professional development, and classroom instruction.
Join Dr. Sam and Larry Tomiyama on this inspiring episode of the EduMagic Podcast as we dive into essential strategies for new teachers. With over 32 years in education, Larry shares his profound experiences and practical tips to help recent graduates transition smoothly from campus to classroom.
Discover the importance of creating a safe learning environment, building trust, and managing time effectively. Tune in for heartfelt stories, valuable insights, and actionable advice that will set you on the path to success in your first year of teaching.
Don’t miss this empowering conversation designed to equip and inspire educators everywhere.
Alright, so you’ve aced the interview for that teaching position, but now what? You don’t just sit back and wait for a call or an email. Nope, you take control of your narrative by sending a killer thank-you note that reinforces your enthusiasm for the position and helps you stand out from the crowd.
In this episode, I'll be sharing crucial advice for student teachers who are about to meet their cooperating teachers for the first time. The tips are categorized into general school information, policies and procedures, classroom environment, and additional advice for getting involved and setting professional development goals.
Key Suggestions for Success
* introducing yourself clearly
* asking for a school tour
* understanding the use of technology in the school
* inquiring about lesson planning preferences and classroom management strategies, and engaging with students and their families.
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One unique idea for a thoughtful gift is to create personalized Canva graphics paired with gift cards. Start by getting a small photo frame book or using envelopes to present these special tokens of appreciation.
Design Canva cards with messages like "When you need a caffeine boost" paired with a gift card to a local coffee shop or "For when you need to treat yourself" with a gift card to their favorite shopping spot.
This episode also comes with a resource! Check it out in the link below
https://www.sfecich.com/post/creative-and-thoughtful-gift-idea-for-a-mentor-or-student-teacher-for-under-30
Dr. Clinton Smith will discuss social-emotional learning (SEL) and its importance in educational settings. Dr. Smith, a seasoned educator with more than three decades of experience, shares his passion for supporting students' social-emotional development and provides practical strategies for implementing SEL effectively.
Join Dr. Sam Fecich and Colleen Evens as they discuss the transformative power of restorative justice in education. Dr. Evens explains how restorative practices can strengthen relationships, repair harm, and promote accountability within school communities.
Discover the Four Pillars of Restorative Justice and learn practical strategies for implementing them. Gain insights into overcoming challenges and fostering resilience in diverse educational settings. Tune in to revolutionize education through community-centered learning.
Grab the lanyard freebie here - https://www.sfecich.com/post/building-strong-communities-through-restorative-justice-in-education
In this episode, learn the essence of Differentiated Instruction—tailoring content, products, and classroom environments for all learners—and grasp the holistic approach of Universal Design for Learning, ensuring diverse student needs are met.
Gain practical strategies, such as embracing productive struggle and fostering joyful learning environments, while understanding the vital role of student engagement and support for diverse learners. Every student matters, and together, we can make a difference in their lives.
https://www.sfecich.com/post/mastering-differentiated-instruction-insights-from-dr-mary-giles
The intersection of technology and education has never been more critical than in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape. The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) in the educational sector poses unique opportunities and challenges. This comprehensive discussion with Priten Shah, author of "AI in the Future of Education," sheds light on AI's multifaceted role in transforming teaching and learning processes.
For show notes and an AI freebie resource, check out - https://www.sfecich.com/post/embracing-ai-in-education-unpacking-the-benefits-challenges-and-tools-for-teachers-and-students
We have a very special guest joining us today, Yasha Chapman. In this episode, we will discuss creating engaging learning experiences for students. This topic is very close to the hearts of educators and new teachers alike. Whether you are an experienced teacher or just starting, get ready to gain some insightful tips and practical advice from our discussion.
This document serves as a guiding light, reflecting your beliefs, values, and approach to education. In this episode, we'll explore a teaching philosophy, why it's important, and the questions that future teachers should ask themselves as they embark on this introspective journey.
Episode PDF teaching philosophy template - https://sfecich.myflodesk.com/mhmwxfo27u
Aspiring teachers can benefit from creating a digital portfolio to establish their professional profile and get noticed online. In this episode, we discuss the importance of the About Me page in your digital portfolio while also touching upon the Welcome page. Developing ideas for your About Me page can be challenging, but this episode shares some questions that can help you brainstorm.
In this episode, we discuss classroom management in depth. We will explore why it can be challenging for new teachers and the significance of classroom management. Furthermore, we will go through various strategies that can be applied to manage a classroom effectively. These strategies will include building positive relationships with students, maintaining a conducive learning environment, using appropriate body language, providing positive praise and specific feedback, and managing student behavior.
In the latest edition of the Edumagic New Educator podcast, we have curated valuable insights and tips from experienced student teachers for new and aspiring teachers about to embark on their student teaching journey. These tips offer practical advice and heartfelt reflections, highlighting the transformative journey of student teaching.
- Focus on being present and taking in daily experiences. Avoid getting caught up in overwhelming day-to-day tasks and, instead, appreciate your impact on your students' lives.
- Prioritize self-care and rest, as they are crucial for enduring the demands of student teaching.
- Differentiating your learning and creating a positive classroom environment is key.
Embrace the wisdom and experiences shared by student teachers who have completed their teaching placements. These insightful tips and personal reflections will guide new and future educators in navigating the exciting transition from campus to the classroom.
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If you know someone who is a student teacher and starting their career in education, giving them a thoughtful gift can show your appreciation and support for their efforts. It can greatly impact their lives and give them the confidence and joy they need to succeed. Whether you are their mentor, colleague, friend, or family member, here are ten inspiring gift ideas to help your student teacher kickstart their career.
Dr. Sam shares ten meaningful and impactful gift ideas beyond the cliché coffee mug. Whether you're looking to show appreciation for a student teacher or mentor teacher, this episode is full of creative and thoughtful gift ideas that will make a lasting impression.
Erica shares her journey from being a high school biology teacher to becoming a chief academic officer and eventually transitioning into entrepreneurship. During our conversation, she talked about her new book titled "Teaching in InSync." She challenges the common analogy of co-teaching being like marriage and introduces a new framework called "Insync".
This framework focuses on identity, interaction, shared plans, yielding results, investment, and collaboration and can be applied to co-teaching and working with paraprofessionals. Listeners will learn about the pre-order bonus, and upcoming book study included with the book purchase. In this conversation, we explore strategies for effective co-teaching and rethink the concept of collaboration in the classroom.
Welcome back to another episode of the Edumagic podcast! Today's episode discusses the importance of working with support staff in the classroom. Our guest is Katie Lechenby, a Slippery Rock University professor and special education expert. She shares her insights and strategies for building relationships with PCAs and maximizing their support in the classroom. So, let's tune in and prepare for a jam-packed episode filled with valuable tips and advice.
In this episode of Edumagic, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Colleen Duffy, a special guest from Misericordia University. Our discussion revolved around the difficulties faced by student teachers in the classroom. Dr. Duffy highlighted the gap between theoretical learning and practical classroom practices, which can challenge student teachers. She also offered valuable advice on navigating this situation while incorporating current best practices. Moreover, Dr. Duffy shared three essential edtech tools that student teachers can familiarize themselves with before starting their placements.
Welcome to another episode of the Edumagic Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Bobby Yeager from Misericordia University to discuss strategies to help special education majors prepare for their student teaching and field experiences. Bobby shares valuable insights into the importance of collaboration with general education teachers and the use of innovative programs like Mursion to help students gain confidence and practical experience. She also provides tips for working with paraprofessionals, emphasizing the need for open communication and advocacy for all students.
Welcome back to another episode of Edumagic, the podcast that supports new educators on their journey from campus to the classroom. In today's episode, I have a special treat for you as I interview the chapter winners of the Ace Chapter Award from Angelo State University's KDP chapter. Join me as I chat with Kathryn, Citalily, Kendall, and Sarah about their experiences with KDP and how it has shaped them as leaders in the educational community. Discover the impact of KDP on professional development, public speaking, and community service, and learn valuable tips for applying for the Ace Chapter Award. Stay tuned to hear about their amazing events, including a celebration of teaching and a clothes closet for student teachers. Get ready to be inspired and motivated by these exceptional educators.
Welcome to a special episode of Edumagic, the podcast that supports new educators on their journey from campus to the classroom. In this episode, we dive into the exciting world of Kappa Delta Pi (KDP) and the incredible work being done by their CMU chapter. Join me as I interview Torree, a member of the CMU chapter, and learn about her experiences at Convo, the strategies her team uses to engage members, and her tips for starting or rebooting a KDP chapter. Get ready to be inspired and gain practical insights as we explore the magic of KDP and its impact on the education community. So grab your coffee and tune in to this episode of Edumagic.
Welcome to another episode of Edumagic, the podcast that supports new educators on their journey from campus to the classroom. In today's episode, we are recording live from KDP Convo and have two special guests, Nathan and Kristina, from Passage Preparation. Passage Preparation offers courses that align with state-specific licensing exams, helping aspiring teachers prepare for certification. It's time to dive into this conversation and discover how this program can revolutionize teacher preparation. So grab your cup of coffee, and let's get started.
Welcome back to another episode of the Edumagic Podcast! In today's exciting installment, we have a special guest, Leanna Malinowski, who recently won the prestigious Faye Snodgrass Award. We enjoyed catching up with Leanna at the Kappa Delta Pi conference, where she graciously shared her thoughts and experiences with us. Join us as we dive into her journey as an educator and her passion for family engagement in the classroom. Leanna's insights and practical strategies will inspire and inform educators at all stages of their careers. So grab your favorite cup of coffee and get ready for another episode of Edumagic!
Welcome to another episode of Edumagic, the go-to podcast for new educators embarking on their journey from campus to classroom. In today's episode, we have a special guest - Khalil Roy from La SAS, who will be sharing his expert insights on classroom management. As a seasoned teacher with eight years of experience, Khalil understands the challenges new teachers face when it comes to mastering the art of classroom management. During his session, Khalil breaks down the topic into three key points: confidence, building rapport with students, and knowing your content. Through a captivating conversation with the host, Dr. Sam Fesich, Khalil delves into the importance of these aspects and offers practical strategies to help new teachers thrive in their first year. Tune in to Edumagic to learn from Khalil's insights, anecdotes, and valuable advice, which will help you navigate the exciting and sometimes daunting teaching world. So, grab your cup of coffee and get ready to be inspired!
This episode delves into the interesting world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its evolving role in education. AI is not meant to replace teachers but to enhance their abilities and create a more personalized learning experience. We discuss the benefits of AI in the classroom, including how it offers personalized learning experiences, streamlines administrative tasks, enhances assessment capabilities, and assists in content creation. However, as with any technology, there are considerations to consider. We stress the importance of crafting clear prompts to ensure the quality of AI-generated output. Remember, as a teacher, you know your students best, and your expertise should guide AI integration.
In this episode, we'll be delving into educational infographics. We'll discuss their visual appeal, functionality, and how they can enhance students' learning experiences. Dr. Sam Fecich provides a practical example of using infographics in education and guides you through creating stunning infographics using the popular tool Canva.
You'll learn how infographics can help educators and students transform complex information into engaging, digestible content. Let's dive in and explore the possibilities!
In this episode, you will discover how to utilize Instagram as an aspiring educator to connect with others and create educational content. Dr. Fecich provides valuable insight on how to establish a professional online presence. You will learn how to design an Instagram bio that reflects your identity as a future educator by using a professional photo, sharing your teaching philosophy, and linking to your digital portfolio.
Dr. Fecich also guides you in creating an introductory post by sharing your educational journey, motivations, and favorite quotes. She suggests selecting three topics you are passionate about and creating engaging content on Instagram. Additionally, viewers will learn about Instagram's features, such as carousels, reels, and stories, and how to use them to enhance their content.
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Join me as we delve into the world of Pinterest for educators. Learn how to organize, discover, and share valuable teaching resources to enhance your career. Tune in now and unlock the power of Pinterest in education!
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As a student teacher, you may feel overwhelmed at times. But don't worry. This episode is here to help you navigate the world of student teaching and stay organized. It's important to understand that organization is key to your success. That's why you'll learn about the essential components of your student teacher planner and how it can help you keep vital information at your fingertips, from mentor details to placement dates.
To stay on top of your schedule, you'll have access to weekly, monthly, and daily calendars and be able to track your teaching and observation hours meticulously. The Danielson Framework will guide weekly reflections, and you can keep a dedicated notes section for handy reference.
Remember, you're not alone in this journey. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out. You will learn the essential components of your student teacher planner and how it can help you succeed.
Grab your planner here - https://www.sfecich.com/product-page/student-teacher-reflection
Welcome to the EduMagic Podcast! In this episode, Dr. Sam Fecich will take you on an exciting journey into educational innovation. Join us as we explore Curipod, a groundbreaking AI-powered presentation tool that can transform your classroom experience.
Dr. Fecich introduces Curipod, an extraordinary tool that simplifies your presentation preparation and formative assessment processes. Start by creating a free account and discover its incredible features, such as unlimited participants, AI feedback, and more. With Dr. Fecich as your guide, you'll easily navigate the Curipod platform, exploring the "Enter Pin" option for student presentations and the "Discover" feature, which offers community-created presentations on various subjects and grade levels.
Curipod allows you to create engaging lessons effortlessly, as you can start from scratch or generate slides from existing content. Dr. Fecich demonstrates how to add formative assessment activities like polls, word clouds, drawings, and personalized feedback to enrich your lessons and connect with your students. With Curipod, you have a range of customization options to make your presentations unique, including adding text, and media, and translating content into different languages.
As you embark on this educational journey, Dr. Fecich shows you how to present your Curipod lesson to students, collect real-time data, and review their responses, providing valuable insights into their learning progress.
Tune in to this episode, packed with insights and practical tips that will inspire you to incorporate Curipod into your teaching toolkit. Listen to the episode now and revolutionize your teaching with Curipod!
Welcome to the latest episode of the EduMagic Podcast! Get ready for an immersive exploration into the enchanting realm of AI in education. Join us as we embark on a captivating journey through three remarkable EdTech AI-infused tools that hold the power to revolutionize how we engage students in their learning adventures.
Discover "Diffit," an ingenious tool that crafts personalized content tailored to your chosen topics and reading levels. Unleash the magic of "Goblin Tools," a task management platform that transforms mundane tasks into an enchanting experience with its goblin-guided task breakdowns. And meet your new assistant, "EduAid," which provides a treasure trove of engagement ideas, from gamification to discussions, tailored to diverse student needs.
Don't miss this opportunity to embrace the AI revolution and elevate your teaching superpowers to create captivating, tailored learning experiences. Tune in now and dive into the world where education and technology blend seamlessly to create pure educational magic!
Hey there! In this episode, I wanted to share three awesome AI tools that can help with lesson planning - lessonplans.AI, eduaide.AI, and magicschool.AI. These tools can be really helpful in creating lesson plans and materials, but it's important to remember that they can't replace the role of a teacher.
Teachers have a deep understanding of their student's strengths, weaknesses, and preferences, which is something that AI can't replicate. Using these tools as a starting point can be valuable, but don't forget to customize and improve the lesson plans to suit your specific needs.
Happy teaching!
In this episode, we will be discussing the Office of Ed Tech's latest report on AI in education. The report is a comprehensive 71-page document that highlights the benefits of AI in education. We will explore the report's key themes, such as how AI can improve instruction, personalize learning, and save educators time.
Along with the benefits, we will also discuss the risks and biases associated with AI and the importance of human involvement and critical thinking. The report recommends balancing AI and human interaction, establishing shared visions, and prioritizing trust and responsible implementation. Join us for an insightful discussion on the transformative potential of AI in teaching and learning.
Hello there and welcome to our latest podcast episode! Today, Dr. Sam is joined by the amazing award-winning educator, Leanna Malinowski, to talk about something super important for teachers: how to stay motivated. Leanna shares her valuable insights and practical tips, helping listeners to find effective ways to keep their energy and enthusiasm going strong and create an engaging and inspiring learning environment.
This episode is designed to support you throughout the interview process by offering valuable tips for each stage of the journey. Ensuring you are fully prepared before the interview is our top priority, and we'll take you through essential steps to achieve this. We'll also emphasize double-checking your application materials and seeking feedback from campus resources. As you move through the first-round interview, we'll assist you in making a positive first impression. Progressing to the second-round interview, we'll focus on showcasing your teaching philosophy and connecting it to your experiences effectively. For the third-round interview, we'll emphasize the significance of student-centered design and inclusive environments.
Additionally, we'll guide lesson planning and show you how to showcase your experience in designing lessons catering to diverse student needs. Finally, we'll remind you of the importance of sending a thank you note after every interview process step. We recommend resources such as the "Teaching Interview 101" ebook, video series bundle, and featured TPT ( resources to support your journey. Join Dr. Sam as she empowers you with the knowledge and insights you need to excel in your teaching interviews!
Join Dr. Sam Fecich in a conversation with Kate Stone, the founder of University Gurus, as they dive into the evolving world of college admissions. With over a decade of experience helping students craft compelling college applications, Kate shares valuable insights and strategies for standing out in the highly competitive college admission process. Discover how colleges are changing their approach, test-optional policies' impact, personal storytelling's importance in applications, and much more.
Hey there, welcome to the latest episode of the Edumagic podcast! I'm Dr. Sam Fecich, your host, and today we're chatting about some practical tips to help you ace your teaching interviews. We'll discuss how to optimize your digital portfolio and make it shine. You can showcase your skills and abilities by keeping your portfolio up-to-date and personalizing it. Best of luck with your interviews, and don't forget to check out the resources we've included in the show notes to help you create an awesome digital portfolio.
Resources mentioned in the show
* Teaching Interview Brochure
* Time to Brush the Dust Off that Digital Portfolio!
* Digital portfolios – the place for all of your eduawesomeness
* 3 steps to digital portfolio success featuring Amanda Jeane Reichert
In this episode of the EduMagic Podcast, Dr. Sam explores the world of artificial intelligence (AI) tools that can enhance teaching and learning experiences in the classroom. The episode begins by discussing the definition of AI as machine learning performing tasks traditionally done by humans and highlights the various applications and benefits it offers in an educational setting.
Dr. Sam introduces seven AI tools that can be utilized in the classroom.
* CuriPod
* Canva incorporates AI features such as text-to-image, AI presenter, and magic presentation.
* Grammarly
* Eduaide AI
* Q Chat
* The episode also explores tools for podcasting and audio/video content.
* Microsoft AI Tools are also mentioned, including Presenter Coach in PowerPoint, Reading Coach, and Math Assistant
Want to learn more about AI in the classroom?
- Listeners can DM me for a bonus AI tool
- Access the free infographic related to this episode on TPT
- New Teacher National Summit - I will present AI tools in the classroom.
- EDU 975 Navigating Future Learning through AI
In this episode, we'll provide tips to help you find job openings. We'll start by recommending online job boards which allow you to search for job openings based on your qualifications and preferences. You can also set up job alerts on these sites.
We'll touch on networking and seeking help and support. We recommend contacting your professors, attending professional development events, and joining online communities to connect with other educators. To further help you, we've provided some TPT resources like a teaching philosophy template, a teaching interview brochure, a reference page template, ten teaching interview questions, and the Teaching Interview 101 ebook and video series bundle.
Finding a teaching job after graduation can be tough, but with the right resources and strategies, you can increase your chances of finding the perfect position. Stay positive and persistent, and don't be afraid to seek help and support. Good luck with your job search!
Welcome to today's episode, where we will discuss the vital topic of self-care. Our guest, Dr. Teresa Melito Connors, a renowned expert in this field, will share her valuable insights on the importance of initiating self-care practices. As educators and teachers, we often put our physical well-being on the back burner while prioritizing our students' lives.
However, Teresa highlights the significance of prioritizing self-care, as it can positively impact the teacher and students. In this episode, Teresa suggests practical self-care techniques, such as deep breathing and periodic self-check-ins during the day. She also emphasizes the importance of considering the ten domains when creating a self-care routine and focusing on one aspect at a time.
If you are an educator struggling to balance your professional and personal life, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how to prioritize your well-being and create a sustainable self-care routine that works for you.
Welcome to this episode, where we dive into the world of education and discuss essential tips for student teachers to expand their knowledge beyond the classroom. Our special guest, Chrissy, shares insightful strategies for observing itinerant and special education teachers to gain valuable insights. She emphasizes the importance of asking the right questions and documenting your learnings to build a digital professional development portfolio. Additionally, we explore the significance of developing professional development opportunities and building a professional learning network. Tune in to discover how you can take your teaching skills to the next level and enhance your career prospects in education.
The experience of being a student-teacher can be exciting and challenging at the same time. This is where student-teacher supervisors play a crucial role in supporting and guiding student-teachers. John Shenberry shares his tips and strategies for new and student teachers regarding supervision as a college and student-teacher supervisor through Brooklyn College.
We are excited to announce the release of our new book, "Digital PD for New Teachers." As educators, we know that growing and learning is a continuous processes. With this book, we aim to guide you through different digital professional development opportunities that can help you strengthen your practice and build your confidence in the classroom.
Our book provides practical tips, strategies, and resources for new teachers who want to leverage technology to enhance their teaching skills. Whether you are a digital native or just starting with technology, this book will help you discover new and innovative ways to engage your students, collaborate with colleagues, and build your professional network.
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We know that getting to know your students is not something we start and stop during the first week of school. Instead, getting to know your students is something we continue to do throughout our semester and year with our students. Building relationships with students supports our ability to deliver content and reach and teach in new ways. Our guest today is Rebecca Glass Lowe, an experienced educator who has spent many years teaching and mentoring students of all ages. Some simple ideas don't take much time or effort but help you get to know your students. You can start with five fantastic strategies today, tomorrow, and next week.
If you love this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
Remember, you have the #EduMagic in YOU!
Student teaching can be a challenging but rewarding experience. By setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, building a support system, being flexible, and remembering why you chose this path, you can balance your student teaching responsibilities with a fulfilling life outside the classroom. Remember to take care of yourself and enjoy the journey.
Have you ever interacted with Alexa or Google Home to turn on your lights or play music? I have daily. Chat GPT is just one form of AI that we can interact with. In this episode of the EduMagic podcast, we explore
* What is Chat GPT?
* What can it do?
* What impact will it have on education?
* What are the limitations?
* How can teachers use it?
* What's next?
If you love this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers and EduMagic Shine On A Guide for New Teachers. Get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com. Remember, you have the #EduMagic in YOU!
Welcome to episode 197 of the EduMagic Podcast. Alexis Arias shares with me the ins and outs of alternative education and everything you need to know to get started in an alternative education classroom. During this episode, Alexis Arias shares her teaching story and what brought her into education. We answer the questions:
* What is an alternative education placement?
* Why should future teachers know about alt ed?
* What are some common misconceptions about alt ed?
Are you a future CTE teacher? Join Khristen Massic and me as we discuss planning essentials for future CTE teachers. During this episode, Khristen starts by sharing her teaching story and then dives right into strategies for CTE teachers.
If you love this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
Remember, you have the #EduMagic in YOU!
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We're back with another fun and informative Edumagic episode - all about resumes! This week's guest is Charles Williams, an author, podcast host, and principal. Mr. Charles Williams, You can connect with Charles Williams here - https://www.cwconsultingservice.com/.
The first thing you need to do is to ground yourself in why you went into education in the first place. Open your mind to making the changes in education that are needed. You are going to make a difference in education. Education is the best career on earth, and we're glad you chose it.
Here are some resume tips you can't miss if you're a new teacher applying for a job.
In this episode, Melissa Conte shares five resume tips you don't want to miss out on. From how to format to what to include, this episode is so helpful when developing and editing your resume.
If you love this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out www.sfecich.com for show notes and resources.
Remember, you have the #EduMagic in YOU!
Are you looking for some quick ways to improve your lesson plans? Check out these three lesson planning tips shared from the book Crush it from the start: 50 tips for #newteachers from @schoolrubric. In this episode, I share lesson plans at a glance, cross-curricular planning, and Sel check-in ideas with #edtech like @lumiosocial and @classroomscreen.
If you love this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com. Remember, you have the #EduMagic in YOU!
It's that time when things get busy around the school. There are committees, volunteer opportunities, and professional development - more and more demands on your time. With this teaching climate, we may not have preps as we had before or feel the stretch from all the tasks put upon us.
In this podcast episode, my co-authors Matt, Kevin, Casey, and I share ways to set boundaries as new teachers. We dive into why it's essential to set boundaries and how you can set them in a realistic way that is respectful and powerful. This episode is jam-packed with tips and strategies that you can put into place right away.
This podcast episode is just a tiny snippet of what we discuss in our new book, Crush it from the Start: 50 Tips for New Teachers, coming out on Oct 17, 2022. To keep in the loop and to join our launch party sign up for the waitlist. In this episode, we also share a few of our favorite tips and what we enjoy most about the book. So, make sure you sign up for the waitlist.
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Today we are discussing the 6-word story strategy. They are fun to implement and allow students to review their learning, and it is a great way to check in to see what students have learned. Let's jump in with the 6-word story. First, we will describe the strategy, how to set it up, and when you can use it in your lesson planning.
Show notes: https://www.sfecich.com/post/1-powerful-strategy-in-6-words
TPT freebie: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/6-Word-Story-Template-8603999#show-price-update
If you love this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
Remember you have the #EduMagic in YOU!
Classroom management can be challenging, especially for a student teacher.
First, you must use the first few days of your placement to learn the rules and procedures of your host teacher's classroom. Classroom management is such a huge topic to cover. Today we are covering calls and responses, ways to engage students during a lesson, and one thing you shouldn't forget during every lesson. Ok, let's jump in.
Show notes: https://www.sfecich.com/post/a-few-classroom-management-tips-for-student-teachers
If you love this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers and EduMagic Shine On A Guide for New Teachers on Amazon. Get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
Hello EduMagicians, welcome back to another episode of the EduMAgic podcast. Today we are discussing how to have students show what they know differently, using technology they already have in their pockets. Are you intrigued? Listen up.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/show-what-you-reel-y-know
If you love this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
Remember you have the #EduMagic in YOU!
In this week's podcast, Dr. Shani Challenor and I discuss how to be an effective student teacher - before, during, and after student teaching. Several practical tips are shared that you can implement today during your student teaching experience.
Show notes: https://www.sfecich.com/post/how-to-be-an-effective-student-teacher
If you love this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers and EduMagic Shine On A Guide for New Teachers. Get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
Remember you have the #EduMagic in YOU!
Today I'm sharing three mistakes you don't want to make during student teaching. Student teaching is challenging, but you can do this. Here are three mistakes you don't want to make during your student teaching:
You are only sitting in the back of the classroom.
You are not setting clear expectations for yourself.
You are not asking questions.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/3-student-teaching-mistakes
If you love this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
Remember you have the #EduMagic in YOU!
Most student teachers do not get paid during their student teaching experience. While student teaching can be expensive, I have a few ways to help you save some money during student teaching.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/5-ways-student-teachers-can-save-money.
If you love this episode, check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
You have the #EduMagic in YOU!
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Shanimarie shares classroom management strategies you can implement immediately in your elementary classroom.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/easy-classroom-management-strategies-for-elementary-grades
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
Remember you have the #EduMagic in YOU!
With Instagram, educators, future educators, school districts, and organizations can connect and learn from each other. You can learn from what others share through posts, stories, lives, DMs, reels, and guides. Consider posting something educational three times a week as a teacher.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/teachergram-let-s-connect
If you love this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
Remember you have the #EduMagic in YOU!
This episode is inspired by my new book (coming September 2022), "50 tips for New Teachers". I co-authored the book with Matthew Rhoads, Ed.D, Casey Jakubowski, Ph.D., and Kevin Leichtman, Ph.D. We share 50 tips for supporting new teachers throughout the year. We discuss just a single tip here. Are you interested in learning more about the book? Join the waitlist - https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62aa87a43e1f4ce38387efdd
According to We are Teachers (2021), "Restorative justice is a theory of justice that focuses on mediation and agreement rather than punishment. Offenders must accept responsibility for harm and make restitution to victims." Restorative practice is rooted in Indigenous practices. Restorative practices build school community and respectfully address challenges caused by challenging behavior. Instead of punishing students, these practices promote restoring relationships among students and a student taking ownership of their behaviors. There are three tiers of restorative justice.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/restorative-practices-101
If you love this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
Remember you have the #EduMagic in YOU!
When applying for jobs, we focus on the resume, and the cover letter is an afterthought. These tips will help you keep the cover letter top of mind. A cover letter is a great way to make a positive first impression on the employer.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/write-a-cover-letter-that-will-stand-out-from-the-stack
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
Remember you have the #EduMagic in YOU!
Alright, future teachers, you got done with your semester. You passed the tests and completed your fieldwork. Congrats! I'm so proud of you. Let's chat about what you can do this summer to relax, recharge and reenergize for the semester ahead. We are going to dive into 7 actionable steps you can take this summer.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/seven-things-future-teachers-can-do-this-summer-to-shine-bright
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
Remember you have the #EduMagic in YOU!
In this episode, I share 10 actionable tips that you can use to prepare for your live teaching demo. We also cover several tips for you to follow before, during, and after your demo lesson. Typically, this part of the interview process occurs during the second or third round, so it is a good idea to prepare ahead of time.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/10-tips-for-teaching-demo-interview
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
Remember you have the #EduMagic in YOU!
We're back with another episode of the Edumagic podcast. Christina Hidek discusses why partnering with families in the classroom is so important, as seen from the parent's perspective. The strategies she offers are especially helpful for new teachers.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/the-power-of-working-with-families-in-your-classroom
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
Remember you have the #EduMagic in YOU!
The Edumagic podcast is back with another episode. Today, Dr. Ilene Winokur will discuss the importance of being connected as an educator through a sense of professional belonging. Find out what professional belonging is and how to find it in a school or district in this episode. As a new teacher, you will also learn about different types of communities.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/professional-belonging-featuring-dr-ilene-winokur
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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We are back with another episode of the Edumagic podcast. Today we are walking through how to create your teaching interview brochure in three easy steps using one of my favorite tools, Canva.
Step 1 - Select a template for your teaching interview brochure.
Step 2 - Add headers and content that you wish to display in your brochure.
Step 3 - Create your own content for your teaching interview brochure.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/make-your-teaching-interview-brochure-in-3-easy-steps
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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We're back with another episode of the Edumagic podcast. With me today is Phyllis Fagell, a counselor at a middle school in Washington DC. She will be sharing with us some tips for supporting our students in middle school. Whether you're looking for coping and SEL strategies or strategies you can use right away to get to know your students, we have it all in this episode.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/4-easy-effective-ways-to-support-middle-school-students
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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You are applying for a job and you want to make sure that your true self shines through on that resume. Your resume is your chance to make a first impression on potential employers. You're a teacher. You have the experience to share, and you want to make sure that your resume tells a story that is going to help you land that job. In this episode, you'll learn about what to add to your resume, how to organize it, and how to really make it stand out from the stack of resumes.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/12-ways-to-improve-your-teaching-resume
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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It is SO important to build relationships with students, and I didn't realize just how important it was until I started teaching. A teacher's ability to build relationships with students is crucial. We get to build relationships with students every day.
In this episode you'll learn:
The three things you should tell students
Find out their names during the first few days of class.
Make sure you greet students at the door.
Why classroom management and relationship building are intertwined together.
Find out how to be an advocate for your students.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/5-ways-to-build-relationships-with-students-in-your-classroom
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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You should take this first step in the interview process in order to find the right fit for you. When applying for jobs you don't want to do a spray and pray method, meaning that you send out your resume to all of the schools. You want to be strategic and find the right job for you in a district that is a good fit.
Download the resource that corresponds with this episode. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/How-to-choose-a-school-district-thats-right-for-you-7928053
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/how-to-choose-a-school-district-that-s-right-for-you
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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We present tips and techniques for attending international job fairs in this episode.
Attending an international job fair differs from attending a national job fair in many ways. Everything from where the job fair is held to how an interview is conducted to what questions are asked is covered.
Show notes can be found here https://www.sfecich.com/post/finding-a-fit-at-an-international-school-featuring-greg-lemoine
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Here's a little pep talk for those of you who may find yourselves in a student teaching placement where you don't get along very well with your cooperating teacher. I want to call out a few things that we should consider when building relationships with our mentor teachers.
We work through 4 strategies
1. Communication with cooperating teacher
2. Work with your college supervisor
3. Don't let others' opinions of you define who you are as a teacher
4. Recognize your feelings
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/a-pep-talk-for-student-teachers-who-aren-t-getting-along-with-their-cooperating-teachers
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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We cover five common student teaching questions. From how to work with a co-op and classroom expectations, as well as time management and edtech we cover it all. Specifically, we cover the following questions about student teaching.
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My biggest question is honestly how to manage the work and social life aspect of teaching. I’ve managed it somewhat over the year of pre-student teaching and student teaching in kindergarten but I’m still struggling. Mine is how to set boundaries for yourself between school and home!! I don’t have to worry so much about it right now, but I know myself, and I know I’ll struggle with it when I have my own classroom!!
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Finding the balance of managing classroom behavior but not having too many rules or appearing mean.
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How can we do a good job of trying new things and making our practicums our own without ruining established classroom rules/procedures? I'm so nervous to try new things in case it causes issues for my mentor teacher.
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What are some ways you can cope or things you can do when you and your co-op have completely different teaching philosophies?
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What are some ways you can transform worksheets or present worksheets in an engaging manner without differing from worksheets?
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/student-teaching-questions-and-answers
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Greetings, edumagicians. If you are struggling to get organized, this is the episode for you. Although it's the middle of the spring semester, it's never too late to just get organized. I have a very special guest with me today, Dr. Frank Buck. Turn up the volume and take notes. Dr. Buck will discuss organizational tips and strategies that will assist us.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/it-s-not-too-late-to-get-yourself-organized
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Recruiters Chris and Wyatt from Granite School District in Utah discuss how to prepare for a teacher recruiter on your campus. You'll learn how to prepare for a recruiter, what to bring, how to prep for the interview, and questions to ask.
Learn more about Granite here - https://www.graniteschools.org/
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/how-to-prepare-for-a-teacher-recruiter-on-campus
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Erin O'Byrne will talk today about the importance of working with English language learners or students who are learning English as a second language. Erin is an online training specialist. This episode features Erin's international teaching story and tips for teaching abroad. Don't miss these 6 tips for teaching internationally even right out of college.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/so-you-want-to-teach-internationally
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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The sky is the limit when it comes to Canva for education. I encourage you to go check it out and see what you and your students create. If you have just been using it for flyers, it is so much more than that. In this episode, we are going to check some of my favorite features of Canva for Edu which include canva presentations, worksheets, infographics, and a QR code creator.
Show notes can be found here - https://www.sfecich.com/post/i-bet-you-didn-t-know-you-can-do-this-in-canva
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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My five lesson plan essentials include standards, an anticipatory set, a list of adaptations, a clear closure, and meaningful reflection questions. We describe these essentials and how to hack 'em to save you lesson planning time.
We also discuss three important mindset shifts that need to occur related to lesson planning. The first is before you sit down to plan make sure you have all of your resources ready. Nex stop spending every night of the week planning lessons. Finally, use a template and a lesson at a glance.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/5-lesson-plan-essentials-and-how-to-hack-em
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Welcome to the new semester. I discuss some of my best tips for taking quizzes as a college student in this episode. I've also included a 5-day study schedule for you to use so that you can prepare for your test with confidence.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/5-quiz-taking-tips-for-students
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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It is important to set yourself up for success by having an efficient workspace. Whatever space you have, you can make it your own with these five essential items, whether you have a table, a student desk, or a larger desk. So let's get into it. Here are five essential items for your student teacher desk.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/5-essentials-for-your-student-teacher-desk
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Are you wondering what to pack in your student teacher bag? During student teaching, it surprised me how important it was to organize my materials. This episode dive into what to pack in your student teaching bag so you can have a successful student teaching placement.
Download the freebie here https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Student-Teacher-Bag-Essentials-7619637
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com//post/student-teacher-bag-essentials
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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In this episode, Mandy Rice from the sustainable teacher show shares about the what, why, and how of flipping learning. We also share some best practices when it comes to flipped learning. One of my favorites is to start small, don't flip everything in sight. We end our conversation with some of our must-have educational technology tools to help get you started with flipping your lessons.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com//post/lovin-flipped-learning
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Are you thinking about starting a tutoring business? Well, grab a cup of coffee and a notepad because you are going to want to jot down some notes. Jennifer Lemaitre shares all the details on how to get your tutoring business up and running.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/creating-a-tutoring-business-featuring-jennifer-lemaitre
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner.
Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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This week on the EduMagic Podcast I'm joined by Diane Romo who shares her teaching story and the importance of showing up each day for your students. This episode is full of gems for you to take into your classroom right away.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/show-up-for-your-students-families-of-your-students-and-yourself
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Teachers and future teachers have a wide variety of options for professional development. Engaging in social media, listening to podcasts, and interacting in clubhouse conversations are all ways to get out of the classroom and connect with other educators. In this episode of the EduMagic Podcast, Dr. Monica Burns shares her tips and tricks to get connected and learn from others using Clubhouse.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/clubhouse-for-pd-featuring-monica-burns
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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On this episode of the edumagic podcast, I am joined by Dr. Matt Rhoades as we discuss all things educational technology and special education. He tells us his story of teaching. Matt is passionate about data-driven decision-making and instruction. During the episode we geek about using educational technology to support the main driver of the classroom, instructional strategies. Tune in and share your favorite instructional strategy using #edumagic on social media.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/instructional-strategies-and-edtech-a-recipe-for-success
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Hey, as you know, I'm a huge fan of formative assessments, you know those checks for understanding to make sure your students understand what's going down in class. A variety of educational technology tools can be used to conduct formative assessments during a lesson. Blooket is one of these tools. Let me tell you more!
Find out more about the 2022 spring student teacher planner - https://view.flodesk.com/pages/618539bb0b51fd1569c5549e
Shownotes can be found here - https://www.sfecich.com/post/move-over-kahoot-there-is-a-new-formative-assessment-tool-in-town
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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No matter what level you are at as a teacher or whether you are a novice, Dr. Lauren has so many strategies and ideas you can use. You'll learn all about what dyslexia is and how you can support students through instructional strategies, apps, and tools. Plug your earbuds in and listen up!
Show notes can be found here https://www.sfecich.com/post/dyslexia-101-with-dr-lauren
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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When you track data, you can drive instruction and make decisions regarding teaching. Teachers and educational leaders can use My Tap Track on their laptops, with the app, and with handheld devices to track data. The data can help drive teaching decisions and show student outcomes. Listen in to hear more about how My Tap Track can be used to help with data tracking.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/data-can-be-delightful
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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A life-long learner, Charell Colemman shares her teaching story and why she is passionate about helping students of all ages develop executive functioning skills. We discuss what is executive functioning, how can we help our students of all ages foster executive functioning skills, and more!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/executive-functioning-skills-for-learners-of-all-ages
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Brandie is a servant leader with over 30 years of experience in special education, she shares some of her tried and true tips and tricks for helping you work with students with IEPs in the classroom. Take a listen to her tips. We discuss IEP basics, tips for writing IEP goals, and how to track data!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/teaching-students-with-special-needs-in-your-class-building-blocks-for-success
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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We're back with another interview-style episode of the Edumagic Podcast. Today I'm joined by Rebecca Bouchard, an English teacher at a senior high school. In addition to reading and drinking coffee, Rebecca loves traveling to new places. Becca discusses executive functioning skills - what they are and how we can support students in the classroom.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/how-to-support-executive-functioning-skills-in-the-classroom
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Well, it's that time of year when we start to scour the internet for gifts for teachers, student teachers, and students! You might be wondering what should I get my cooperating teacher for helping me all semester? Or what can I get my students, I have like no money! No worries edumagicains, I got ya covered with a few ideas for gifts for your mentor teacher, student teacher, and of course, our students!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/end-of-the-year-gifts
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Just in time for pumpkin spice season or more importantly, midterm season is some test prep tips to help you as you get ready. Welcome to part 3 of the keep calm and study on series where today we are covering test prep tips, tips to help you the day of a test, and tips for test reflection. Here we go!
Show notes can be found here https://www.sfecich.com/post/20-test-taking-tips
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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College life is full of classes, homework, assignments, friends, events, a lot of things begging for our time, right? We only have 24 hours or 1440 minutes or 86,400 seconds in one day. Wow, that's a lot of time! Our list of things to do can surely be completed one by one, right? Well, maybe...welcome back to part 2 of the keep calm and study on series.
Part one was all about email etiquette, part 2 is all about twelve time management tips to help you manage your life as a student and still have a social life, part 3 will be released on Friday where I will share some tips to prep for tests just in time for the midterm season. So without further delay, cause we only have so many minutes in a day - let's jump right into some time management tips.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/twelve-time-management-tips
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Today I'm focusing on email etiquette- a recipe for success. Alright so yesterday might have been the last day of summer, but that doesn't mean we can't dive into a delicious summertime treat like Smore. Writing an email is like making the perfect smore treat. During this episode you learn more about the key ingredients to crafting the perfect email.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/email-etiquette-a-recipe-for-success
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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When you Google yourself, what results do you get? Besides conducting background checks on a teacher candidate, many school districts will also Google you. They want to know what you are doing and what you have done to impact the lives of children. Take advantage of this opportunity to showcase your professional skills. If you are going to have a digital presence, you should make it WOW.
Show notes can be found here - https://www.sfecich.com/post/google-is-the-new-teaching-resume
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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In today's episode, we're talking to students who have just begun their fieldwork (you may also call it clinical). Field placement is an opportunity to work with students at a school for a short period of time. You are working with kids and that my friend, is a great gift. The following tips will help you make the most of your field experience right from the start! I will answer YOUR questions related to field experiences - here we go!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/help-i-have-a-field-experience-this-semester
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Getting into a new routine can be overwhelming. From buying course materials to getting yourself organized, and of course, getting all your homework done there is a lot to do in a week. Here are some tips to help college students prepare for a successful fall semester!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/have-a-fantastic-fall
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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It’s August, which means that you are spending your pennies at Target Dollar Spots, Dollar Trees, and Walmart Back-To-School sales. You are also probably feeling a wide range of emotions as you start this new journey as an educator: overwhelmed, excited, nervous, competent, incompetent, anxious, ecstatic, etc. All of those feelings are normal...part of the new teacher journey.
During this episode, we will discuss 8 truths every new teacher needs to know. Use the code SAM to get 10% off your copy of EduMagic Shine On a Guide for New Teachers at EduMatch Publishing.
Show notes can be found here https://www.sfecich.com/post/advice-and-encouragement-for-rookie-teachers
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Are you student teaching or completing a field placement this fall? Are you wondering, "How the heck do I stand out during student teaching" or "How can I make a good impression in my school with my teacher?" Well then, edumagcians this one is for you! We are going to stand out like flamingos!
F -find time for you
L- Lesson Plan
A - Appreciate the experience
M - Make a mistake
I - Intentional relationships
N - Never give up
G - Get techy with it
O - Observe with purpose
There you have it! Let's activate our flamingo powers today!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/be-a-flamingo-stand-out-during-student-teaching
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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What do you pack on the first day of student teaching? So much to bring, so little time! Listen to this episode for the must-have teacher bag essentials!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/pack-your-student-teacher-bag
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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You might be thinking, "Why do I need to start thinking about getting organized now, it's August!" Well, I want to help you get organized now so that you can get started right away. Let's hit the ground running with these first three organization tips. So, channel your inner Amy from Brooklyn 99 and let's get organized!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/get-organized-future-teachers
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Today we are talking about your perfect intro email. Whether you are student teaching or clinical or field and you are writing an intro email to the teacher you are working with for the semester. This email is your first digital high five to your cooperating teacher so make it positive and professional. You are going to find what you need to have in your perfect email intro, hacks to make it great, and an email introduction example.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/perfect-intro-email-to-your-cooperating-teacher
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Today I’m goin’ solo on several things that you can do now this summer, to prep for student teaching this fall. Three questions answered (and a bonus!)
- What are some things that you can do this summer to prep for student teaching this fall?
- What will my school be like?
- How do I get to know my mentor teacher?
- How do I organize my student teacher binder?
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/3-burning-questions-about-student-teaching-answered
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
EduMagicians, today I have on the show Dr. Patricia Dickenson, who is a teacher educator and a technology geek. Dr. Dickenson is passionate about integrating edtech in the classroom with meaning and purpose. During this episode, she shares her teaching experiences and how to use educational technology in new and meaningful ways! Let's get started!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/edtech-101-the-why-what-and-how-featuring-dr-patricia-dickenson
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Welcome back EduMagicians, today I have Leana Malinowky with me sharing all about interview questions for special education majors. We begin the episode with Leana sharing her teaching story. This episode is filled with fantastic takeaways and interview tips for special education future teachers.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/special-ed-101-featuring-leanna-malinowsky
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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You are in luck, today I have with me Elizabeth Soslau who cowrote with Monique Alexander a book titled, The Comprehensive Guide to Working With Student Teachers: Tools and Templates to Support Reflective Professional Growth. It is so more than a book, it is a guide complete with templates, tools, and protocols! You are going to learn a lot from this interview that is impactful and empowering for student teachers, co-ops, and college supervisors. After Elizabeth shares her teaching story with us, we dive into the world of working with student teachers. We agree that working with student teachers is a great experience because of the passion and drive they have to impact students.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/working-with-a-student-teacher-this-fall
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Today's episode is a cross-over episode with Lindsay Simpson from Behind The Chalk podcast during this episode we share ten tips for emerging teachers! Our conversation is full of laughs, smiles, and fantastic advice! Let's jump right into this episode!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/10-tips-for-emerging-teachers-featuring-lindsay-simpson
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Edumagicians today I have future educator, leader, advocate, and learner Kieran VanVorhis. Kieran is a current college sophomore studying early childhood and intervention services and he is a leader in Educators Rising National - an organization just for future teachers! During this show Kieran drops gems related to teaching, raising up the next-gen of diverse educators, and so much more! We also share tips and tricks to have a successful conference experience.
Show notes can be found here https://www.sfecich.com/post/raising-up-the-next-generation-of-educators-with-kieran-vanvorhis
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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It's June and maybe you haven't landed a teaching job - YET. When I graduated college with a Masters in Special Education and a Bachelor's Degree in Special education and Elementary education along with a certification in PreK-6 and special education K-12 I thought I had an interview on lock. I thought for sure by graduation I would have a job.
I seriously felt like this...I even questioned, should I be a teacher?
Today Candace shares 5 common interview questions and more importantly how to answer them! It is so easy to just search for interview questions, but how do you actually answer them? We know how you feel - just because it is June and you may not have a job teaching - YET. It is OK! You are still a valuable teacher your job just hasn't been posted yet.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/5-common-interview-questions-and-how-to-answer-them
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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During this episode, Gretchen Bridgers shares her teaching story and how her passion for new teachers began to bloom. I love how she shares, "I fell in love with teaching teachers." Gretchen is the new teacher coach that she wished she had when she was a beginning teacher. Her story is powerful and I am so excited to share it with you! Give this episode a listen, and after this show, you are going to learn 5 ideas for new and student teachers. My favorite idea shared by Gretchen was her description of the different learning paths (active or passive) that we can take as teachers.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/teaching-is-always-a-lesson-with-gretchen-bridgers
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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I spoke with Athea Davis, a health and wellness guru in the classroom. She has been a Mindfulness Educator at @KIPP for 8 years. She is also a published author, creator of digital courses, and podcast host of Mindful Living w/Athea. We begin with Athea's teaching story and explain why mental wellness is important for teachers and students alike. Join us as we break it all down for you right here!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/practical-tips-to-mindfulness-in-the-classroom-featuring-athea-davis
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Welcome back EduMagicians, today I with me the editors and guest author of the new book, "The new teacher's guide to overcoming challenges".Research shares that out of 10 new teachers within 5 years, half of them leave the profession. How do we keep our great teachers in the classroom? This book addresses issues that keep new teachers up at night. We are all here to support one another in the classroom as veteran educators, administrators, and higher ed faculty.
Head on over to the show notes for a giveaway opportunity: https://www.sfecich.com/post/the-new-teacher-s-guide-to-overcoming-challenges
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Is there really such a thing as work/life balance? Kerry Graham and I discuss the importance of setting boundaries around our time. We are discussing the importance of setting boundaries as a new teacher in your career. Just like our students, we are whole people - we are more than our careers as teachers. During this episode, Kerry shares her teaching story and some tips to help us start setting boundaries as teachers. Here we go!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/work-life-balance-is-a-unicorn
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Welcome back to another episode of the EduMagic podcast! Today we have Hunter Flesch from the Ed Essentials podcast and we are talking all about how to research a school during the interview process to find a good fit for you as a teacher. This episode is packed with amazing resources for researching a school along with a few questions to ask the interview panel during your interview. But first, Hunter shares his teaching story then he goes into how to research a school, how to go beyond the mission statement and the importance of being patient!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/how-to-research-a-school-featuring-hunter-flesch
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Welcome back to another episode of the edumagic podcast! Geneva Rodriguez is a special education teacher in NYC who teaches students with severe disabilities online. During this episode, she shares her teaching stories and several strategies for using online learning in the classroom.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/teaching-students-with-disabilities-online-featuring-geneva-rodriguez
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Today I am pleased to welcome back EduMagicians. Charles Williams who is an educational leader will be discussing several tips for you when you are seeking a job. This bonus episode is brought to you by the digital course Interview 101 Teacher Edition.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/how-to-stand-out-from-the-stack-of-resumes
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Welcome back EduMagicians, today I with me Becca Maddas. We are discussing the wonderful world of grad school on this episode! Becca begins by sharing her teaching story and how she was prepared for many educational opportunities in the field. During this episode, Becca shares tips to find a good match when it comes to pursuing a master's degree, application tips, how to fund your schooling, how to take the lead in your degree, and build relationships with faculty as partners in your education. Here we go!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/ready-for-grad-school
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Welcome back EduMagicians, today I with me Chrissia Baker from the stylish teacher on Instagram. Get that credit card ready as we are discussing how to dress as a professional educator! In this episode we share some staple clothing pieces that you need in your closet and how to shop on a student teacher budget. Head on over to the show notes to get a shopping freebie and a discount code from Chrissia!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/stylish-student-teacher
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Welcome back EduMagicians, today I with me Candace Green we went live on Instagram last week to share 8 secrets to slay your live teaching demo interview! You may be asked to teach a lesson during the interview process sometimes as a second-round or third-round interview. During this interview, you are teaching a live lesson to students or the interview panel.
You want to be amazing with everyone that you interact with during your live teaching interview. We have 8 secrets to get you started from prep work to demo teaching, to reflect on your lesson! Here we go!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/teaching-interview-101-8-secrets-to-slay-your-live-teaching-demo
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Today Dr. Heather Michelle and I are talking all about letters of recommendation. Letters of recommendation are a must-have for your teaching application. But, how do you go about asking for one and what are they exactly? What should you include in the request? How do you get started with this process? We get into all of these questions and more!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/behind-the-scenes-letters-of-recommendation
Get this freebie is full of teaching goodies - interview roadmap, resume hacks, and 5 common interview questions. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYXbWZtUKxhrSMHf2LTmAFrAemP42sG8vtwzsgeKeUwmudZg/viewform. This is just a sample of the interview goodies that you can find in the Interview 101 teaching edition course.
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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During this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Candance Green and we have a conversation about your teaching interview questions that you submitted on our Instagram story. We go over 9 questions that you had about the teaching interview process.
Before we jump into the questions we share our own teaching interview stories - they are not meant to scare you but to show you, hey we got through the interview process (many times) and look where we are today.
We all get nervous and anxious about interviews - we all go through it - but we CAN Here are your questions from Instagram answered live!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/interview-101-teaching-edition-part-2
Lovin' what we are discussing? You are going to want to check out the Interview 101: Teacher Edition Course - http://www.theinterviewadvisor.com/getstarted
It's the most wonderful (stressful, anxious, & fun) time of the year...it's interview season! In honor of teaching interview season - this week I am dropping 2 bonus episodes of the podcast all about teaching interviews! This is an audio version of the Instagram live that I hosted with Candace Green based on our course Interview 101 - Teaching Edition. We walk through our course and what you can find in it. We give specific tips on how to rock your live teaching interview, questions to ask the panel, and how to follow up like an educator of excellence!
Show notes can be found: https://www.sfecich.com/post/interview-101-teaching-edition-part-1
This episode has a freebie is full of teaching goodies - interview roadmap, resume hacks, and 5 common interview questions. You can find it here - https://forms.gle/xUcje3fxMxQtUhdHA . This is just a sample of the interview goodies that you can find in the Interview 101 teaching edition course: http://www.theinterviewadvisor.com/getstarted.
Even though we are midsemester maybe you need some organization tips and Ryan is the guy! During this episode, we are discussing some tips to help you stay organized with both the digital and physical space.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/it-s-never-too-late-to-get-it-all-organized-with-ryan-tibbens
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Today I with me Laurie Guyon she is an edtech guru and you are going to learn so much from her story. She then shares 3 edtech tools that you gotta try out this semester with your students to engage them in learning.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/three-edtech-tools-that-you-gotta-try-out-this-semester-featuring-laurie-guyon
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Welcome back EduMagicians, today I with me Dr. Sara Heintzelman an instructional technology specialist and former special education teacher. We are discussing tips for special education majors in this episode. This episode has a freebie so head on over to the show notes to grab your copy!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/are-you-a-special-education-major-featuring-dr-sara-heintzelman
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Welcome back EduMagicians, today I am sharing some tips and strategies to help you get ready for student teaching-learning from the experience you have had in a short-term field experience. I share four main ideas to keep in mind when you are moving from a shorter-term (fieldwork) placement to a longer-term (student teaching) placement. This could look like for some of you going from a clinical 1 experience to a clinical 2 or from fieldwork to student teaching. However you frame it I have four strategies to keep in mind: building relationships, finding your teaching voice, getting all the things organized, and self-care! Here we go!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/moving-from-field-teaching-to-student-teaching
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Welcome back EduMagicians, today I with me Darlene and Nicole from NJTeacher2Teacher. NJ Teacher to teacher is all teacher created and teacher presented. The best in live & virtual professional development for teachers, schools & districts. We are discussing co-teaching - what it is, why we need to know about, co-teaching methods, and more! Here we go!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/the-scoop-on-co-teaching-featuring-njteacher2teacher
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Welcome back EduMagicians, today I am sharing a recent episode of the Teaching Tales podcast hosted by my friend Brent Coley. Brent is a podcaster, author, and building principal. We are discussing advice for aspiring teachers. We each share a few ideas and dialogue back and forth during our conversation. Here we go!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/advice-for-aspiring-teachers
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Turn up the volume on this episode new teachers and new grads! Michelle has a dream job! She is a new teacher mentor and she gets to work with first and second year teachers. During this episode we share about planning and prep, building relationships, working with parents, and professional development opportunities.
Show notes can be found here - https://www.sfecich.com/post/tips-from-a-new-teacher-mentor
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less. Find these and more resources for future teachers at www.sfecich.com.
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Welcome back to another episode of the EduMagic podcast! Today I have with me an amazing educator Danielle Nuhfer. Do you ever feel like you want to be in the moment with your students but your mind is drifting to what you need to get done? Today she is sharing about mindfulness and how after we check in with ourselves it can really help with classroom management.
Show notes can be found here - https://www.sfecich.com/post/being-a-mindful-future-teacher-featuring-danielle-nuhfer
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic a Guide for preservice teachers, EduMagic Shine On a Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self paced, digital, mini course!
Find all of these resources and more on www.sfecich.com.
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Welcome back to another episode of the EduMagic podcast! Today I have with me an amazing educator, author, and principal - Charles Williams. He is the host of the Counter Narrative Podcast. Charles is a father, husband, K-8 Principal, founder of CW Consulting, and host of @RealTalkEDU. During this episode we both share and jam on takeaways from this past school year.
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic a Guide for preservice teachers, EduMagic Shine On a Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self paced, digital, mini course!
Find all of these resources and more on www.sfecich.com.
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Welcome back to another episode of the EduMagic podcast. This episode is all about observations! Maybe you have had a great experience with observations, maybe not - either way you are going to get great tips from Craig Randall. Let's get this episode started! Craig starts by sharing his teaching journey and wow that journey is full of twists and turns. His passion for observation started during this teaching career and principal certification. He noticed that principals need to be in classrooms with teachers sharing conversations and helping students and teachers learn, grow, and glow.
Show notes can be found here:
https://www.sfecich.com/post/observation-with-trust-and-support-featuring-craig-randall
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic a Guide for preservice teachers, EduMagic Shine On a Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self paced, digital, mini course!
Find all of these resources and more on www.sfecich.com.
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I am so excited to have you with us today as I interview Jason, Design Guy podcast host, and his experience being an international educator. During this episode, Jason shares his teaching journey, his passion for teaching internationally, and tips to help you get started. So if you are thinking about being an international educator of excellence press play and let's jump right in!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/design-your-route-to-international-education-with-jason-reagin
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Check out the books EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Want to get started with your digital portfolio? Check out this self-paced, digital, mini-course digital portfolio from scratch in one week or less.
Let's explore 5 common mistakes that are made on digital portfolios and how to fix them. We explored how to set up your digital portfolio, a plan to keep it updated, and organize it for a teaching interview. This episode is brought to you by my new self paced mini-workshop! This self-paced, hands-on, virtual mini-workshop is all about how you can get your digital portfolio up and running in one week or less! Start creating your digital portfolio today!
Show notes can be found: https://www.sfecich.com/post/5-things-most-teacher-candidates-do-wrong-when-setting-up-their-digital-portfolio
If you are loving this episode, please tag me @SFecich on social media and share! Also, check out the books EduMagic a Guide for preservice teachers, EduMagic Shine On a Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner.
Find all of these resources and more on www.sfecich.com.
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Joanna is a phenomenal educator and leader in educational technology. So, if you are new to Twitter and building a PLN turn up the volume on this episode we are going to be dropping some knowledge! PLNs and getting connected is a topic that is near and dear to both of us! So, let's jump right in with tips to get you started and get you connected!
Show notes can be found https://www.sfecich.com/post/twitter-for-future-teachers
If you are loving this episode please tag me @SFecich and share! Also, check out the books EduMagic a Guide for preservice teachers, EduMagic Shine On a Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Find all of these resources on www.sfecich.com
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During this episode, I interview Stephan Hughes about getting connected on Twitter. Stephan shares about why we need to get connected on Twitter and what a Twitter chat really is. He also goes into how to be a meaningful participant, connecting with hosts and attendees alike during a chat, and where to find the resources after that chat. We also share some of our favorite Twitter chats. Enjoy this episode and let's connect on Twitter (@SFecich).
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/spillin-the-tea-on-twitter-for-teachers-featuring-stephan-hughes
If you are loving this episode please tag me @SFecich and share! Also, check out the books EduMagic a Guide for preservice teachers, EduMagic Shine On a Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Find all of these resources on www.sfecich.com
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During the episode, she shares her passion for STEM education and preparing future teachers to have a STEM mindset in their classrooms. Dr. Asim starts by sharing her teaching journey and her current role in education. Sumreen shares that STEM is not something that should be taught as a separate class it is something that should be embedded into early learning experiences. Dr. Asim shares fantastic resources to get started with STEM education right in your own living room!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/getting-started-with-stem-in-the-online-space
If you are loving this episode please tag me @SFecich and share! Also, check out the books EduMagic a Guide for preservice teachers, EduMagic Shine On a Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Find all of these resources on www.sfecich.com
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If you are a soon to be grad and you are on the job journey then you gotta listen to this episode featuring Fred Yeakey. Listen in on these teacher interview tips and tricks. We will explore common interview questions and answers, how to do your research on a school, and the one question you should ask the interviewer!
Read more here https://www.sfecich.com/post/interview-101-featuring-fred-yeakey
If you are loving this episode please tag me @SFecich and share! Also, check out the books EduMagic a Guide for preservice teachers, EduMagic Shine On a Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Find all of these resources on www.sfecich.com
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Are you looking into getting started with robotics and coding? Well, you gotta listen to this episode featuring Stephanie (Ms. Robotics on Instagram). She shares her teaching story and journey into STEM education. Stephanie shares about the importance of women and especially women of color in the field of stem. Her passion for STEM just shines through this episode!
Show notes can be found here! https://www.sfecich.com/post/no-dream-is-too-big-getting-started-with-stem-featuring-ms-robotics
If you are loving this episode please tag me @SFecich and share! Also, check out the books EduMagic a Guide for preservice teachers, EduMagic Shine On a Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Find all of these resources on www.sfecich.com
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Hey friends, did you know that your assessments don't have to be papers, multiple-choice tests, or scantrons? Do you want to get creative with your assessment techniques? I encourage you to create assessments with a creative spin! During this episode, Batsheva shares ways to differentiate instruction, engage students in learning, and creating memorable learning experiences in the classroom.
If you are loving this episode please tag me @SFecich and share! Also, check out the books EduMagic a Guide for preservice teachers, EduMagic Shine On a Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Find all of these resources on www.sfecich.com
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Your heart will smile as you listen to the episode with LaVonna Roth. Lavonna is full of positivity and is all about igniting your shine. During this episode, LaVonna shares her teaching story and what has led her to the teaching field. LaVonna shares with us the importance of building relationships with our students along with practical ways to build relationships as a new teacher, student-teacher, or field student!
Show notes can be found here https://www.sfecich.com/post/let-your-light-shine-and-build-relationships-with-students-featuring-lavonna-roth
If you are loving this episode please tag me @SFecich and share! Also, check out the books EduMagic a Guide for preservice teachers, EduMagic Shine On a Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Find all of these resources on www.sfecich.com
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Are you ready to end the semester strong with virtual teaching? You gotta listen to these tips and strategies by Dr. Heather Michel. During this interview, Dr. Michel shares her teaching story and the important fact of teacher burnout, and 5 digital learning tips that you can implement right away!
Show notes can be found https://www.sfecich.com/post/virtual-teaching-strategies-with-dr-heather-michel
If you are loving this episode please tag me @SFecich and share! Also, check out the books EduMagic a Guide for preservice teachers, EduMagic Shine On a Guide for New Teachers, and get your semester ready with the EduMagic Future Teacher Digital planner. Find all of these resources on www.sfecich.com
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Hey, new teachers are you feeling overwhelmed this year? Are you hoping to finish the semester strong? Well, listen in on this episode featuring Kim Lepre where she gives some advice for new first-year teachers. Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/teachers-need-teachers-with-kim-lepre
Does your desktop, browser, and drive look like a mess? Do you have a hard time finding what you need? Then you gotta listen to this episode of the podcast featuring Allie who shares her digital organization hacks. Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/digital-organization-tips
Do you have a remote teaching interview coming up? Want some tips? Well, we got them for you - logistics let's talk about what to prep before your interview. We discuss the camera, audio, headset, lighting, and more! Best practices to do during your interview, know what's out there about you on Google! Follow up with a thank you note to each team member seal the deal Super easy you don't want to miss this step! Show notes can be found here -https://www.sfecich.com/post/virtual-teaching-interview-tips
Want to engage your students in new ways? Then you gotta listen to this episode featuring Rebecca Swartz where she shares some theatre techniques like hot seat, zip/zap/zop, woosh ball, and more to get your kids up and moving! Show notes can be found here - https://www.sfecich.com/post/use-theatre-techniques-to-engage-your-students
During this session, Amanda Jeane shares with us what engagement looks like and feels like in the online space. Amanda shares these four keys to engaging students in the online space: building strong relationships, giving your students choice and voice, communicating effectively, and doubling down on feedback. With each of these tips, she provides us with strategies and edtech tools that help support best practices in each of these areas. Show notes can be found: https://www.sfecich.com/post/engaging-students-online-featuring-amanda-jeane
During this Kappa Delta Pi webinar series, Erin Healey shares tips to get started and get connected on Instagram. Learn how you can use Instagram to connect with future employers, educators, and peers for teaching inspo. Join Erin Healey as she shares the steps to get connected with Instagram. You can find show notes here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/instagram-your-new-teacher-bestie
Hello, edumagicians welcome to another cross over episode with Brittany Rincon of the Teacher Leader podcast. Brittany helps new teachers in their first few years as a mentor and I work with aspiring teachers to become educators of excellence. We talk about 10 tips for new teachers. Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/10-tips-for-new-teachers
During this KDP webinar, student teaching during Covid series, Deborah Osmo shares with us 5 things to keep in mind during your first year. Before we jump in it is important to know that you are new to all of this and that is okay! Deborah shares that as a first-year teacher your year won't be perfect, it will be hard. You can do more than just survive it. You can make a difference! Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/5-top-things-you-should-keep-in-mind-as-a-first-year-teacher
Hey all! This is a cross over episode with Maddie from the Edtech Classroom Podcast. During this episode, we share 5 tips each (total of 10) about edtech for new teachers. Which tips do you resonate most with? What tips do you have using edtech in the classroom? Find the shownotes here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/10-edtech-tips-for-new-teachers
During this episode, Kiana Cole shares the importance of self-care for teachers. Kiana Cole is an elementary educator, mindfulness educator for teachers and students, and a self-care and community care enthusiast. She shares about Self-care and community care, types of self-care, strategies for setting up boundaries and journalling, the importance of collective community care and more. You can find the show notes here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/self-care-for-student-teachers
Let's talk about the five things you need to know when creating your bitmoji classroom! Your bitmoji classroom needs to be functional, informative, and fun! Get more tips and learn more here https://www.sfecich.com/post/5-things-you-need-to-know-when-creating-a-bitmoji-classroom
Welcome to the third webinar in the KDP webinar series. This webinar was led by Christina Ortega, who shares about going with the FLOW in the classroom. She has been an educator for eighteen years and shares strategies learned along the way. Specifically, Christina shares that it is critical to be thoughtful and mindful about what you are choosing to do with your learners. During this episode, she dives into each area and provides examples of each area. Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/go-into-your-classroom-with-the-f-l-o-w-featuring-christina-ortega
Simone Buckley shares her tips for teaching and supporting students with special needs in the online, in-person, and hybrid learning spaces. Simone created these resources to help support teachers and students in these different learning spaces. Simone is a certified special education teacher, Google educator level 2, Google Innovator, RESNA ATP. She is all about promoting accessibility for all! During this episode, Simone shares two strategies for each classroom environment space. Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/attention-special-ed-teachers-in-traditional-hybrid-remote-classrooms-featuring-simone-buckley
During this episode of the podcast, Brittney Caldwell shares her tips and strategies to build relationships with students in the virtual space. She provides practical tips that you can implement today! One of my favorite tips is the virtual background options and how to get creative with it! Shownotes can be found: https://www.sfecich.com/post/building-relationships-in-the-virtual-space-featuring-brittney-caldwell
Edumagicians, welcome back to another episode. This episode is a recording of the edumagic Monday student-teacher webinar series! During this episode, we explore how to engage students in the online learning space with 3 edtech tools - wakelet, peardeck, and flipgrid. We discuss how to use each tool and ideas for classroom implementation! Show notes can be found here: https://wke.lt/w/s/ayfTjB
During today's episode of the EduMagic podcast - the podcast for future teachers I bring in Brittney Caldwell. We met during a webinar held by Kappa Delt Pi called teaching during COVID. We have a discussion about online resources, best practices for teaching social studies online, and the importance of caring for your student's mental health. Listen in and share your takeaways with #edumagic. Show notes can be found: https://www.sfecich.com/post/teaching-social-studies-online-featuring-brittney-caldwell-mat
Welcome back to another episode of the edumagic podcast. Today I'm going to share with you FlipGrid. It's one of my favorite tools because you can use it for virtual learning, face to face, and hybrid learning. We will share what it is and how to get started engaging your students right away. Check out the show notes here https://www.sfecich.com/post/you-ll-flip-for-flipgrid
I am so excited today to have with me Dr. Joy. You may have seen her work on Twitter or maybe you've checked out her work with edumatch she is an amazing educational leader who's going to share the power of owning your joy. Show notes can be found here https://www.sfecich.com/post/finding-joy-in-your-work-featuring-dr-joy
talking about the importance of self-care. This is a topic I wish that I knew more about as a future teacher and as a new teacher. Self-care is taking care of ourselves first so we can give to others and be the best teacher that we truly can be. Show notes can be found: https://www.sfecich.com/post/self-care-let-s-do-this
This is a bonus episode that features the Kappa Delta Pi Teaching During the Age of COVID Webinar featuring panelist Frederick Yeakey, Vice President, Providence Cristo Rey High School (Twitter: @FredYeakey), Chrystal Struben, President & CEO of AYS (At Your School) (Web: www.ayskids.org), Samantha Fecich, Assistant Professor; Instructional Technologist, Grove City College (Twitter: @SFecich) & Brittney Alexis Caldwell, Teacher, Cedar Grove High School (Instagram: @talkteachtravel). KDP shares, "You’re being asked to teach in all-new ways during this global pandemic. Although no one has all the answers to this unprecedented situation, we can learn from the mistakes and successes during the spring and strategize best practices for teaching this fall. " Listen to hear about best practices, strategies, and tried techniques to help you during the fall. Show notes can be found: https://www.sfecich.com/post/teaching-during-covid
Today I have Andrea Fitzgerald, but you might know her as Mental Fizness over on Instagram she is a math coach and new teacher supporter. During this episode, she shares about her passion for helping new teachers, math education, and her book the Rookie's Playbook. Show notes can be found: https://www.sfecich.com/post/the-rookie-s-playbook-featuring-andrea-fitzgerald
As we enter this school year, we know that this will be unlike any other we have encountered. During this episode, I share how you can use canva, adobe spark, buncee, flipgrid, and whiteboard drawing apps to get to know your students in the virtual space. Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/getting-to-know-your-students-virtually-5-edtech-tips-to-get-to-know-your-students
Hello friends, welcome to another episode of the edumagic podcast. I have teacher-author, singer, amazing educator, all around Dene Gainey here with me today. He is going to be sharing about the importance of finding your why as a future teacher.
Today I have with me the co-creator of the EduMagic Planner Hannah Sansom on the podcast. Join us as we share about the EduMagic Planner - the planner for education majors, our future teacher friends out there! We know that this planner will help guide you during your education major journey to becoming an educator of excellence. Show notes and link to the freebie can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/edumagic-planner-the-planner-for-future-teachers
Today I have joining me on the show, Melinda Thomas. She is the founder of New Teachers Connect. Melinda is sharing all about the new teachers connect group and the power of connecting as a new educator. Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/new-teachers-let-s-connect-featuring-melinda-thomas
Teaching philosophies sound really big, right? Maybe you're thinking, "Oh I don't need to worry about that my junior or senior year" Or maybe you are a year junior or a senior and you are thinking, "Oh, I gotta get working on that." During this episode, we're gonna break down for you a teaching philosophy. It sounds harder than it is. We are going to cover:
What is the teaching philosophy?
Why do I need to write one?
How do you even get started with it?
How to add some megapixels into your teaching philosophy
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/let-s-break-down-a-teaching-philosophy
Hello EduMagicians, Welcome back to another episode of the EduMagic podcast. Today we are going to be having a serious conversation about how to have brave conversations about race and ethnicity featuring Dr. Sheldon Eakins. Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/having-brave-conversations-about-race-featuring-sheldon-eakins
Ok, Edumagicians. You asked and we delivered! Hannah Sansom and I developed a list of materials and resources for you to be looking out for during the summer so in August you are ready to roll! Take a look at some of our teacher must-haves (in no particular order). Show notes can be found here - https://www.sfecich.com/post/a-new-teacher-s-list-of-must-haves
Today I have with me Rodney Turner, you may know him as a techy turner over on Twitter. Rodney is going to lead us down the right path when it comes to thriving during student teaching. Let's jump right into some tips and strategies for student teachers. Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/techy-turners-10-edtech-tips-for-student-teachers
Hello, edumagicians welcome back to another episode of the EduMagic Podcast! Today I have a short and sweet episode for ya. These are three tools that you can get to know this summer so you can hit the ground running this fall! Whether you are student teaching or getting ready for another semester this episode will get you ready with some edtech tools to have in your teacher tool belt. Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/3-edtech-tools-to-get-to-know-this-summer-to-get-you-ready-for-fall
During this episode, Jordyn Pistilli shares some tips and tricks for registering for the exam, preparing for the exam, technology preparation, and tips for test day! Let's jump right in. Head on over to www.sfecich.com/podcast for show notes and a downloadable tip sheet!
In part 2 of this series, I interview Teresa Gibbon who shares information about the praxis and resources to help you prepare! Teresa is a student success coordinator at the Center of Excellence, Academic Advising, and Student Services at Spadoni College of Education at Coastal Carolina University. Teresa assists students with preparation for Praxis and works with underrepresented students. Let's get into it! Head on over to sfecich.com/podcast for show notes!
Dr. Will is the go-to guru when it comes to anything side hustle living your best life and making the money that you deserve. In this episode Dr. Will shares his teaching journey, tips to get started with your online business, and how to let your passions shine! Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/becoming-an-edupreneur-featuring-with-dr-will
On the show today Emily Behm shares her tips and tricks for creating your own online teaching business. So grab some tea and notes she shares to many tips to get you started on your online teaching business journey. Emily shares which tech tools that she uses to tutor her students online and how she even mentors students virtually. Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/creating-your-own-online-teaching-biz-featuring-emily-behm
Welcome to episode 64. This has been a long-awaited episode. All of you have voted for this topic, and it's all about virtual teaching opportunities this summer, how to help you guys navigate the job search in the fall. Today we are discussing how to search for remote positions in the summer as teacher candidates, we'll be talking about how to navigate the virtual job search for fall teaching. Let's just get this party started. All show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/it-s-about-the-story-that-you-share-remote-teaching-opportunities-featuring-erin-lewis
Welcome back to another episode of the EduMagic Podcast. Today I have with me Allison Keefe who is a 7th grade English teacher at Agora Charter school. She also the co-host of the cyber sisters podcast. Today she is going to share what online teaching really is, what it looks like, how she gets to know her students behind the screen, and how you a teacher candidate can stand out for an online teaching position. So, let's get this party started! Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/hey-graduate-is-online-teaching-right-for-you-featuring-allison-keefe
Today I have with me Miss Leah O'Bryan a Middle School English Teacher (7&8)👩🏻🏫, Lover of all things pink💖, basketball coach🏀, and world traveler 🌎. Leah shares her teaching journey, some tips when you teach abroad, and advice for new and future teachers. Let's jump right in! You can find the show notes here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/teaching-isn-t-what-you-do-it-s-who-you-are-featuring-leah-o-bryan
Cindy believes that "our future teachers deserve the best. It is an honor to raise up the next generation of educators". During this episode, she shares resources from National State Teachers of the Year! You are going to want to check out the show notes for this one - https://www.sfecich.com/post/be-a-teacher-encourager-featuring-cindy-ollendyke
This episode is full of resources and tips! So sit back, relax, and listen in on his stories from experiences and expertise. Dr. Lynn Hummel shares so many resources for you in order for you to take hold of your own professional development with this best-kept secret! Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/the-best-kept-secret-in-pd-featuring-lynn-hummel
Welcome back to day 3 of the EduMagic #teacherappreciationweek! Today I have Amanda Jean back on the show where is sharing the why, how, and what all about digital portfolios. The three steps are - find a site, show real-world examples, and highlight your experience! Find the complete show notes and Amanda's presentation here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/3-steps-to-digital-portfolio-success-featuring-amanda-jeane-richert
Day two of #teacherappreciation week and today I have with me, Dr. Jessie Redcay. Jessie is a Second Grade Teacher, Adjunct Professor, Presenter, Author, EdTech Enthusiast, KTI Lead Learner. You can learn more about Jessica at http://redcaysresources.blogspot.com. She is an amazing friend and colleague I am honored to showcase her voice on the show. She shares about her teaching journey and about the importance of coding in the classroom. This episode is full of resources check them all out here - https://www.sfecich.com/post/always-be-a-lead-learner-with-dr-jess-redcay
Happy teacher appreciation week 2020! To celebrate all of you and to show ya how much I appreciate you, I will be posting one episode of the podcast each day this week May 4th - 8th. To start us off I have Becky Giboney on the show today. Becky is an education advocate, passionate change agent, and instiller of hope. She is a curriculum Specialist @blastIU17, author of #tiebreakerEDU published by @edumatchbooks and a #KTI '17 star! During our conversation, she shares her teaching story, best tips from student teaching, advice for preservice teachers, and more! Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/go-beyond-your-limits-your-students-will-thank-you-for-it-later-featuring-rebecca-gibboney
This episode was originally a webinar hosted by AAEE. Head on over to www.sfecich.com/56 for a checklist, video, & presentation that goes along with this episode. Please share what resonated with you during this episode with #edumagic. Grab some 🍵,✏️, and 🗒 let's get this party started! Here we go! Strategies to help you rock your teaching interview - remotely!
Today I have guest host Hannah Sansom sharing some beautiful positive vibes with us! We are all in one big pitstop together. No matter the job, the school, or the position, disappointments (or pit stops as we like to call them) will happen. Pit stops are inevitable. As we discussed in our book Edumagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, we explain that pit stops are meant for a quick visit, not a long stay.
Explore some of the pit stops that we encountered as a new teacher in chapter two of Edumagic Shine On. So, how to overcome and pull away from pit stops? Read the show notes here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/3-tips-for-pulling-away-from-the-pit-stop
Today on the podcast I interview Taylor Nichols, a special education co-teacher in Indiana. During this interview, she shares practical strategies and advice for an inclusion class. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Taylor. Show notes can be found here https://www.sfecich.com/post/working-with-all-students-featuring-taylor-nichols
Today on the EduMagic podcast I have with me, Dr. Dennis McElroy. I love how back when Dennis was an undergrad he wrote a professional goal stating, "I want to have a positive impact on as many people as I can." Little did he know, that he would work his entire teaching career doing just that! During this interview, he shares his teaching story, tips for future teachers regarding a professional digital presence and professional learning network. He goes onto share the importance of getting out of your comfort zone and exploring new ways to engage as a professional educator. I know that you are going to enjoy this episode! Show notes can be found here https://www.sfecich.com/post/have-a-positive-impact-on-as-many-people-as-you-can-with-dr-dennis-mcelroy
Today I have Dan Kreiness, on the show. Mr. Kreiness shares his teaching story as early as he could remember he wanted to be an educator and work with kids. During this episode, Mr. Kreiness shares strategies to help first-year teachers thrive, tips on how to take a lead in your own learning and some advice for all teachers. Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/take-a-lead-in-your-own-learning-with-dan-kreiness
Today I have with me Crystal Law who teaches future teachers at Broward College in Florida. During our chat, she shares 5 strategies to help student teachers to survive and thrive during teacher quarantine. The five tips are: get your edtech certifications, pour into pd, update your digital portfolio, study for your certification exams, and get to know your state standards. Check out www.sfecich.com/51 for bonuses and links to shownotes!
Although we are in a time of need, we are also in time to lead. We know that you might be feeling overwhelmed, nervous, anxious, and unsure during this time of need. We want you to know that you are not alone – we are ALL feeling this way. This is a very strange time, but we are all better together. We decided to pull some resources for you to help you get started confidently and to make the most out of your student teaching. Before we get started, please know that you can do this. Breathe and give yourself grace. Show notes are found: www.sfecich.com/50
Dr. Torrey Trust (Professor, past president of ISTE TEN, and professional Chihuahua photographer) walks us through 6 steps that we need to consider during emergency remote teaching. She shares practical strategies, techniques, and tools to work through. For her presentation, notes, and additional resources check out https://www.sfecich.com/torrey
Today I have with me Robert Kaplinsky a Math educator who developed the #oberveme movement and @GrassrootsWS. If that isn't enough he is also the co-creator of @openmiddle. During our conversation, Robert shares about his teaching journey and his passion for helping all educators succeed. Show notes can be found: https://www.sfecich.com/post/the-more-that-you-learn-the-more-you-realize-you-don-t-know-featuring-robert-kaplinsky
Today on the EduMagic podcast I have with me, Arlin Roth. Arlin is a K-12 Instructional Technology Specialist, Google for Edu Certified trainer, and a connected educator. You can find him over on Twitter @arothTechTools. During this episode, we talk about the power of a positive digital presence, the positives of subbing for a district, and more! Let's dig right into this week's episode.
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/what-does-your-digital-presence-say-about-you-featuring-arlin-roth
Today I have with me Rachelle Poth, she is the author of In Other Words & Unconventional. Rachelle is also a consultant, speaker, educator, and Pres. #iSTETEN. achelle shares about the importance of broadening your perspective as a future teacher. You never know what your path is - get involved in different grade levels and subject areas in which you are going to be certified. Show notes can be found: https://www.sfecich.com/post/don-t-teach-in-isolation-get-connected-with-rachelle-poth
During this episode of the edumagic podcast, I interview Dr. Kris McGee
Kris is an Associate Professor of Literacy at Frostburg State University, a self-proclaimed book nerd, tech junkie, and Co-Founder #BookYourself. Classroom management is such a large topic, but Kris shares her 5 go-to classroom management strategies. These 5 techniques can help you when it comes to thinking through strategies to support young learners in the classroom. Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/classroom-management-with-little-learners
During this episode, I interview a future teacher and current student-teacher Ally Echard. Ally is a secondary English major with a theatre minor. She is student teaching this semester and couldn't be more excited to impact students in her new role. Ally shares about her teaching story and how teaching is a service. We are there to serve our students and I love this mindset that Ally shares.
Show notes can be found here - https://www.sfecich.com/post/show-your-passion-and-your-students-will-catch-on
Today in this solo episode I am sharing some tips to help you make the most out of your class with a field component or observation. What I mean by this is focusing on classes where you go out into classrooms and work with students. These courses are critical when it comes to teacher training. Go to www.sfecich.com/44 for this episode's freebie!
I sit down with Chris Nesi where we discuss his teaching story, the importance of being an education major and to not take it for granted, tips for balancing work and education, and more! In addition to this conversation, I share a reviewer shout out and a student-teacher spotlight! Let's jump right in!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/hey-education-major-don-t-waste-your-opportunity
Kelly shares her teaching story and how she always wanted to be an educator. She shares about her teaching experience in elementary education and she is now living in Germany working with teachers in their organized classroom. Kelly and I chat all about how future teachers can get organized today! Friends, don't wait until student teaching, get started now!
Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/future-teachers-get-organized-now-with-kelly-jackson
During today's episode, I chat with Rene DeCata we talk all things GTPA! During this episode, she shares her teaching story along with tips, strategies, edtech, and more to use when you tackle the GTPA. Although this episode is about the GTPA you can use the strategies listed below when it comes to collecting data in your classroom and how to organize it all!
Also, the first student-teacher feature of 2020 is Morgan Durham! Check out her advice for student teachers.
Show notes: https://www.sfecich.com/post/believe-and-you-will-achieve-the-gtpa-with-rene-decata
Hey EduMagicians, are you having trouble recording your EDTPA video portion? For some future teachers, this can be a point on contention. Friends, Swivl has you covered! Swivl is an amazing tool that you can use to record your lessons. It is a free (there is a paid option), and a user-friendly tool that will help you record with ease.
Show notes: https://www.sfecich.com/post/make-the-recording-process-for-edtpa-easy-with-swivl
Well - you've asked for it and it's here! Today I have with me Kali Thompson she is going to share some tips and strategies to help your EDTPA experience go from meh to marvelous! During this conversation we answer the following questions:
What is the EdTPA?
Strategies to organize it and be successful
How Nearpod can help you be successful with your EdTPA goals
Head on over to www.sfecich.com/39 for a PDF explaining how Nearpod can help you with your EDTPA experience, coupon code for Nearpod, and a bonus from me!
During this interview, Dr. Greg Cottrell shares advice, techniques and specific questions that you can use to practice for your teaching interview! Head on over to www.sfecich.com/38 for a complete PDF of questions to check out. Grab a cup of coffee, paper, and pencil you are gonna be takin' some notes with this episode!
John shares about his teaching story, advice for new teachers and how to crush your teaching interview. He shares his opening question to all candidates and how to end your interview with a homerun!
Today on the EduMagic Podcast I interview Grace Pinto and Rebecca Nicholls two future teachers studying at the California University of Pennsylvania. During our conversation, they share about the importance of being a leader in your own learning, how to take on leadership roles, and the role a leader plays in the classroom. Let's jump in! Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/take-the-lead-in-your-learning-featuring-grace-pinto-and-rebecca-nicholls
Prac-E a place for support and encouragement for new and future teachers!
Supports and walks along the journey with new teachers in their first five years. Prac E also supports future and aspiring educators. Prac E shows the practical real-world and positive aspects of teaching. But, it isn't always a bed of roses. We strive to be authentic. Their content is real and relatable for new teachers. Show notes: https://www.sfecich.com/post/a-look-inside-prac-e-support-for-future-teachers
During today's episode, I interview Chancela Key an elementary education major at IUSoutheast and soon to be graduate. She is passionate about trauma-informed teaching. We connected through her professor, Dr. Asim. During our interview, Chancela shares her faith, passion for trauma-informed teaching, her favorite teaching moment, and how to learn from your experiences. Show notes and links to resources mentioned click here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/being-a-trauma-informed-preservice-teacher-chancela-key
As a special thank you to all of you I am sharing with you an audio version of the introduction to EduMagic Shine On read by my hubby, Josh Fecich. So, whether you are going over the river and through the woods or preparing a meal for friends, I hope that your day is full of blessings. To read more about EduMagic Shine On go to http://bit.ly/EduMagicShineOn
Hello edumagicians, welcome to episode 32 of the edumagic podcast. Let's jump into the tips for new teachers. Here we go, in no particular order! Take time for you, either stay late or go in early, never stop learning, and connect with your PLN. For a full list of links, show notes, and 3 bonus tips head on over to www.sfecich.com/32
I interviewed a co-author of EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, Katy Gibson. She shares her teaching story during this episode, advice, and tips for new teachers and recent December grads! Show notes and link to get up to date on launch day are here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/new-teachers-you-are-not-alone-featuring-katy-gibson
Today I'm here with Hannah Sansom a co-author of EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers (coming out Nov 26!), teacher rockstar, former student, and fourth year, a third-grade teacher. During today's conversation, Hannah and I discuss going back to school and getting an advanced degree and balancing it all. She also shares advice for new teachers! Let's get to it! Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/new-teachers-shine-on-with-hannah-sansom
I interview Hannah Turk co-author of EduMagic Shine On: A guide for new teachers releasing during the end of November. Hannah shares that she wanted to be a teacher who impacts others, and she did just that during her first year. Hannah Turk shares that she had a challenging first year of teaching she grew in her learning about herself and as a teacher. She had her ups and downs and three years later is able to reflect on her difficult year. She shares how she saw some of the negatives as positives and growing opportunities. Show notes can be found: https://www.sfecich.com/post/when-your-flame-begins-to-flicker
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Erin Hall is a fourth-year English teacher who is rockin' it during her career. She shares about her teaching story and all about the Young Educator Society of Rhode Island, an organization in which she founded to support preservice teachers through year 10 educators. To find all the show notes and a bonus video check out https://www.sfecich.com/post/new-teachers-help-is-here
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During this episode of the EduMagic podcast, I interview Emily Sattler, an online middle school teacher. Emily teaches 7th-grade history for a cyber school. She shares advice, strategies, and edtech tools that you need to add to your teacher tool belt today! She will share six tools and how she uses them in her classroom.
💡Be sure to check out www.sfecich.com/27 for seven more edtech resources!
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Today's episode Amanda Reichert shares her list of 5 student teaching essentials! Let's dive in!
1. Teacher stuff
2. Online presence
3. Planning
4. Be a person
5. Professional development
Head on over to www.sfecich.com/26 for Amanda's powerpoint and details about the giveaway! If you like what you heard share it with a friend! Please rate, review, and subscribe!
Most of you are in the flow of coursework, studying, and time management. A future teacher, Naomi Shrom-Kuc and I share ten strategies to help you be more productive while you get ready for midterms and beyond. These tips will help you stay sane and keep you organized from now until your holiday break!
Check out www.sfecich.com/25 for a PDF detailing each tip and some go-to strategies to make them stick!
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OK in my opinion, an Edcamp is a place where you go to learn, lead and repeat. Everyone needs to attend an edcamp! At the beginning of this episode, I share my experience with my first edcamp. Then I share 5 reasons why YOU need to attend an Edcamp. Check out the Edcamp Foundation site to find a variety of edcamps near you! Look to see if an edcamp is near your hometown that you can attend during a break from school. I close out the episode with information about Edcamp GCC - April 18, 2020. I hope to see you there! To find the show notes and link to register for Edcamp GCC check out
https://www.sfecich.com/post/5-reasons-why-you-need-attend-an-edcamp
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During episode 23 I interview Jenn Giffen, a digital literacy consultant from Canada who shares about the power of being flexible during teaching and engaging in those teachable moments. Jenn is a Google Innovator, Microsoft Innovative Educator, Apple Teacher and co-host of #ShukesandGiff podcast. Jen is a believer that you have time to do anything you want – you just need to make time. Check out https://www.sfecich.com/post/flexible-teaching-with-jen-giffen for more details.
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EduMagicans, channel your inner Barney Stinson and say "Challenge accepted!" You are just in time for the #PSTPLN challenge starting on Monday, Sept 23 and runs through Sept 27. The PSTPLN challenge is a five-day challenge organized by faculty from around the country. There is only one challenge to complete each day!
Check out https://www.sfecich.com/post/pstpln-challenge-accepted for more details!
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In this episode admins, teachers, and game-changers share advice to help student teachers rock it! Sit back and enjoy! Check out www.sfecich.com/21 for show notes, bonus tips, and how to get in touch with the guests. If you haven't checked out part 1 go to episode 19. Please subscribe, rate, and review!
Teachers, administrators, and other education stakeholders want to see what you have been learning, sharing, and doing in the classroom. One way to showcase all your edu-awesomeness is by creating a digital portfolio. Check out www.sfecich.com/20 for a checklist, show notes, and extras!
Welcome to episode 19 of the EduMagic podcast where Dr. Sam shares advice from amazing educators, stakeholders, & administrators from around the country. This compilation is designed to highlight advice and tips to help you during your student teaching placement. Check out www.sfecich.com/19 to get in touch with contributors. Please rate, review and subscribe!
Many of you are starting college in a few days, or maybe today is your first day back. I have 5 areas of habits that you can get into now to keep you being fabulous all fall long! They are (drumroll please): organization, note-taking, self-care, college life, and approaching coursework. Let's jump right in.
For a complete list of all strategies, show notes, and bonus tips check out www.sfecich.com/18.
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Someone once told me that student teaching is like a 14-week interview for that school or classroom. You need to be the best teacher you can be in this placement. Welcome to episode 17: First day of student teaching. Check out www.sfecich.com/17 you will find show notes, additional resources and a bonus pdf (10 must-haves for your student teacher bag!)
During this episode, you will learn how to get the conversation going with your co-op, how to ask for feedback, and what to look for during observation time.
Shhh! The secret's out! Lets’ get down to it – having a college or university supervisor observe one of your lessons can be super nerve-racking! We get it – we were there once. Yeah, believe it or not, we were student teachers too! We all got feedback some good and some not so great.
This episode is jam-packed with tips to help make the supervisor less scary and as smooth as possible. I split up some ways that you can prepare for your college supervisor visit into three categories. Here we go! Check out www.sfecich.com/16 for a checklist freebie and bonus resources!
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Okay, it’s nearing the end of August and you may be asking yourself, “What should I have in my student teaching binder?” I get this question every year around this time and I am here to share with you some of my go-to areas for a student-teacher binder.
Check out www.sfecich.com/15 for a complete list, materials shopping list, and bonus ideas from my PLN! You aren’t going to want to miss any of these resources shared!
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We've heard the term professional learning network (PLN) thrown around in classes. Or maybe you heard a few professors tell you that you needed one. You may be asking yourself, "Why? Why do I need one more account?" Well, I am here to tell you 3 reasons why you need to get a PLN today! We will also cover 4 must-haves in a professional social media profile! Find episode notes at www.sfecich.com/14. You will find show notes and FREE PDF download of the four must haves for your professional profile!
So, I know that some of you may be thinking I heard of a PLN before and thought to yourself, “I won't need that until I have my first teaching job.” That is what a lot of teachers in training think, but you are WRONG! A PLN is a powerful tool in every teacher toolbag. Show notes can be found here https://tinyurl.com/sfecich13
During this episode, I sit down with Kathleen Trace. Listen in on our conversation and learn more about the importance of building a PLN before you leave college and to not give up on teaching and yourself. Listen until the end of the show to learn how you can win signed copies of EduMagic and Wanna Be Teacher - an Instagram challenge!
Shoutouts in this episode include @mtrumbull5, @MichaelCIrani, @GynzyUS, @edutechguys, and @teachbetterteam.
Link to learn more about Wanna Be Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/Wannabe-Teachers-Guide-Getting-Staying-ebook/dp/B00BC6THKA
EduMagicians, We are going to dive into tips 6-10 to job fair like a boss! These tips will not only prepare you for the job fair but will also help you build your confidence during the job fair experience. For full show notes and access to the freebie check out https://www.sfecich.com/11
By the end of this interview, you will be ready for the job fair! Let's jump right in!
Listen in on my conversation with Erin Lewis as we share 5 (out of 10 ) tips for teacher candidates at a job fair. Learn how to rock your resume, present yourself with confidence via the elevator pitch, how to get a game plan together, and more! As always there is a freebie full of details and action items for you to take in order to slay the job fair! You can find it here: https://www.sfecich.com/10 Let's connect on Twitter and Instagram @SFecich - share all that you are learning with #EduMagic. Please subscribe, rate, and review!
Want to learn how to make your LinkedIn profile lit? This episode was adapted from a live training session that I did with Deb Snyder, former president of AAEE. We share tips for each section of the profile to make it shine with teacher awesomeness. For those of you who are on the go please visit www.sfecich.com/09 for a PDF of the tips shared along with examples on how to make a lit LinkedIn profile. Let's connect on Twitter and Instagram @SFecich - share all that you are learning with #EduMagic. Please subscribe, rate, and review!
Dana shares how she incorporates magic into her lessons by using students' interests and strengths. Listen in on our conversation to hear how she gets to know her students to cater lessons just for them. Show notes can be found here: https://www.sfecich.com/post/creating-megapixels-in-your-lessons-a-conversation-with-dana-ewing Let's connect on Twitter and Instagram @SFecich - share all that you are learning with #EduMagic. Please subscribe, rate, and review!
Hello edumagicians, welcome to episode 7
I am here to share with you the ONE thing that you need to right after an interview. If you tuned into episode 5, “Job Interview – Nailed it” Then you learned about 10 tips to help you conquer the job interview process. If you tuned didn’t tune in, please press pause and go back – you will thank me later!
It is …. Wait for it… a thank you note! A thank you note can really go a long way after the interview. It brings you top of mind to the panel, and it adds a personal touch and a notion that you are serious about this career and job posting at the school. Lastly, it is polite!
Kappa Delta Pi notes that a thank you letter should be sent within 24 hours by mail to the panel. So, what should you write in the thank you letter? I am glad that you asked! Let’s talk about the top tips you should relay in your thank you letter. We will also cover some tips for formatting and layout!
As always EduMagiains, as a special thank you to my listeners, I have a PDF of this checklist and a thank you letter template! Just go to https://www.sfecich.com/06 Let's connect on Twitter and Instagram @SFecich - share all that you are learning with #EduMagic. Please subscribe, rate, and review!
Dr. Sam explores thank you note content tips, layout, and lastly a great tip on how to organize it all!
References
https://www.kdp.org/resources/careercenter/thank-you-letter.php
https://www.kdp.org/resources/careercenter/aftertheinterview.php
Among being a coach, mentor, speaker, and author, Barbara Gruener is an educator with many years of experience teaching all grade levels K-12! Our conversation is full of laughs, advice, and amazing teaching stories. Let's connect on Twitter and Instagram @SFecich - share all that you are learning with #EduMagic. Please subscribe, rate, and review!
Check out the show notes: https://www.sfecich.com/blog/kids-before-content-a-conversation-with-barbara-gruener
Contest time!
To win a signed copy of EduMagic and a signed copy of What's Under Your Cape - just follow these 3 steps! The contest closes on June 30th at 11:59 EST! Best of luck EduMagicians!
Follow @Sfecich & @BarbaraGruener on Twitter.
Post your favorite takeaway from our conversation.
Tag @Sfecich & @BarbaraGruener in the post and add #Whatsunderyourcape and #EduMagic too!
Remember friends, you have the EduMagic in YOU!
Learn 10 essential tips to help you nail YOUR job interview. Learn what it takes to conquer each interview phase in the teaching world. Check out https://www.sfecich.com/5 for two additional bonus tips! Let's connect on Twitter and Instagram @SFecich - share all that you are learning with #EduMagic. Please subscribe, rate, and review!
Listen in on my conversation with future educator, Jordyn Pistilli. She shares some tips to help other preservice teachers get out of their comfort zones to learn beyond the college classroom. Connect with her on Twitter @jordyn_pistilli, Instagram @pistillijr1, and check out her website to keep up to date with all things Jordyn - jordynpistilli.weebly.com . Let's connect on Twitter and Instagram @SFecich - share all that you are learning with #EduMagic. Please subscribe, rate, and review!
This week we are going to be discussing how to write the meet the student teacher letter. It is so important to make a connection with students and their families, even if you are a student teacher. I have a free PDF that you can download to help get you thinking about what you will write in your letter. You can find it at http://bit.ly/sfecich1. Let's connect on Twitter and Instagram @SFecich - share all that you are learning with #EduMagic. Please subscribe, rate, and review!
Today we are talking about how to rock your first conference experience. Recently I had the honor of delivering a keynote during the Ignite a spark conference. It was all about how to really rock your conference experience. I thought I would take some time to share with you today strategies for YOU to really rock your first conference. Let's connect on Twitter and Instagram @SFecich - share all that you are learning with #EduMagic. Please subscribe, rate, and review!
During this first episode, you will learn the purpose and intent behind EduMagic, A Podcast for Preservice Teachers. For more tips and tricks check out www.sfecich.com to become an edumagician insider! Let's connect on Twitter and Instagram @SFecich - share all that you are learning with #EduMagic. Please subscribe, rate, and review!