In this episode, I’ll share five activity ideas to kick off your next video call with students or colleagues. You’ll also hear about some favorite tools for building community and sparking conversations. Listen to the podcast episode on your favorite…
Email newsletters help you get a round up of all of the things someone or some organization is excited about. You probably get newsletters from a few different people. I send out newsletters for teachers every Monday. They have all…
In this episode, I’ll give you a preview of my Distance Learning Essentials: Quick Reference Guide from ASCD. You’ll hear some tips, strategies and resources to make your distance teaching and learning efficient and effective. Listen to the podcast episode…
This post is sponsored by CoderZ. All opinions are my own. Are your students exploring robotics this year? A new virtual robotics competition from CoderZ is perfect for middle and high school students! If you’re looking for a new way…
This post is in partnership with Bakpax, all opinions are my own. What do grading and feedback look like in your face-to-face or virtual classroom? As a classroom teacher, reviewing student work took up a big chunk of my time.…
I’ve had the pleasure of working with this company. All opinions are my own The start of this school year is unlike any we’ve had in the past. It is a high-stress environment for all stakeholders, and there are many…
In this episode I’m joined by ASCD Emerging Leader Tammy Musiowsky to talk about ways to boost productivity this school year. You’ll also hear about her favorite strategies and EdTech tools to help you stay organized, focused, and efficient. Listen…
Have you thought about using augmented reality in distance learning this year? In this blog post, I’ll take you through strategies for using this powerful supplemental resource to support student learning at home. As we’ve seen this past year, there are…
I’ve had the pleasure of working with this company. All opinions are my own. As I’m writing this blog post, I can almost hear Julie Andrews singing “These are a few of my favorite things…” Although I could blame this…
In this episode, we explore what it really means to be a creative educator. You’ll hear from Rebecca Hare, author and Adobe Education Leader, and her perspective, tips, and strategies on how every teacher can be a creative educator. Listen…
So much has changed in the past year, and even those eight words seem like an understatement. This spring and summer, I’ve snapped a few pictures of my home workspace to share my desk setup and new remote teaching and…
In this episode, we look at the role of technology in environmental education. You’ll hear from educator Tina Wong as she shares project ideas, resources and plenty of tips for any educator looking to explore the world with their students…
Where do your students find ebooks? Right now, the distance learning resources from AmEnglish are free for teachers and schools. If you support students with blended learning in the classroom or distance learning at home, you’ll want to check out…
How are you collecting data this year? Collecting information from students and families and keeping data organized is often a challenge. There is a special tool you can use to teach in a classroom setting or participating in distance learning…
In this episode, we’ll explore best practices for how to create instructional videos, including planning, filming, and sharing. You’ll hear about the free and fantastic Flipgrid Shorts tool for creating explainer videos for students. It’s perfect for blended, hybrid, and…
What does your summer plan for professional learning look like? Next month, the team at TechLX is hosting a special course for educators. This distance learning professional development opportunity starts next week and runs throughout August! Professional Development for Teachers…
In this episode, we’re going to look at five ways that you can take action after listening to a podcast. You’ll also hear tips for sharing your takeaways, letting colleagues know about what you’ve learned, and even building a community…
Are you looking for a new way to stay connected and find strategies to bring into your classroom? Whether you’re teaching remotely, in a hybrid model, or in a traditional classroom this year there is a new program design for…
In this episode, I’ll take you on a behind the scenes look at my Easy EdTech Club, a space to access special resources to support the work you do as an educator. You’ll also hear how the Easy EdTech Club…
How do your students like to learn? In both face-to-face classrooms, and remote learning environments, videos are a powerful medium — especially when they are short and sweet. In this blog post, I want to tell you about a free…
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