Focus On EDU: EdTech And The Education Experience

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Tech Lasso E64 - From Apple II to AI – Dr. Cynthia Sistek on SEL Infused EdTechIn this episode of the Tech Lasso Podcast, host Scott welcomes Dr. Cynthia Sistek, Academic Program Director for the Master of Arts in Social and Emotional Learning program at National University. With nearly four decades of experience in education, Dr. Sistek discusses the vital role of social and emotional learning (SEL) in modern education. Dr. Sistek emphasizes the importance of integrating SEL into everyday teaching practices, using digital tools to enhance learning and engagement. She highlights the use of universal design for learning (UDL) and multiple means of assessment, focusing on self-assessment and reflection. The conversation explores p...

2024-05-2231 min

Tech Lasso E48 Let Me Add to That - Demystifying AI in Edu and Beyond In this episode of the Let Me Add to That podcast, hosted by Elizabeth Graswich, the focus is on the evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in education. Elizabeth, the Executive Director of Public Affairs and Communications at the Los Angeles County Office of Education, introduces AI as a game-changing technology in the educational landscape. She is joined by two AI experts: Dr. Christopher Hoang, Assistant Director of Technology, Innovation, and Outreach at LACOE, and Mr. Creighton Taylor, Founder and CEO of Guided Compass. Dr. Hoang emphasizes the importance of educators embracing AI to enhance c...

2024-01-2455 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #75: Esports and Digital Curriculum Across the Pond - Shoubna Naika-TaylorChecking in with a curriculum manager from the UK (Coventry College) is another great learning experience for me! Shoubna Naika-Taylor does a little bit of everything from esports to media and more. Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to the channel, and click the little bell to get notified when we post a new video. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please comment below, or...

2023-08-0116 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #74: AI, STEM, and Esports Oh My! - Sylvia EscobarJoin STEM Specialist for Region 1 ESC in Texas (the REAL South Texas), Sylvia Escobar and I as we have a little too much fun talking all things STEM, representation in tech spaces, AI, and more! Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to the channel, and click the little bell to get notified when we post a new video. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, pl...

2023-07-1918 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #73: EdTech Conference Season is Coming! - Victoria ThompsonWith holiday season in full swing, we've got quite a few edtech conferences on the horizon! During this quick conversation with Victoria Thompson from Microsoft, we connect on what she's presenting this year and what excites her most about being at conferences. Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to the channel, and click the little bell to get notified when we post a new video. If you have any ideas for future guests or y...

2023-02-0616 min $Leena Marie Saleh \$

Leena Marie Saleh "The Edtech Guru" | Audio Experience |EP. 76 Find One Edtech Tool and Own it an Interview with Jenallee | Educator Interview SeriesEpisode 76 In this episode, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) sits down with the dynamic duo Jenallee. Jeni Long and Sallee Clark are educators, innovative leaders, authors, and Edtech consultants who are on a mission to empower educators through the power of Edtech. This episode was jammed packed with insightful thoughts peppered with inspiration. In this interview, we talk about: How Jenallee got started What it's like to work in a pair Why Edtech is important, and why it's not as scary as you think. The power of networking as a...

2023-02-0146 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #72: Reimagining School Safety in the Classroom - John McDonaldThere's no doubt that the idea of school safety has evolved a lot in the past few decades. Today, we connect with John McDonald, an expert and trusted advisor in the space, on his experiences and what we can be doing today to drive a more meaningful view of school safety in education. From cameras to caring, access control to asking questions, there's so much we can do to make our schools safer places to live, learn, and lead. Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by D...

2023-01-2127 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #71: Using Data as your Super Power! - Fulton County Schools - Dr. Emily BellData can be such a powerful tool in education. Today, we bring back Dr. Emily Bell, CIO of Fulton County Schools, as our first THREE-peat guest on the show. As Emily so nicely puts in in our closing, "You need to inspect what you expect." She takes us through a little bit of the impressive dashboard that puts important school data not only at the hands of school and district employees, but the general public - check the link below if you want to check it out! Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on E...

2023-01-1316 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #70: SCRATCHing the Surface of Collaboration - Elaine AthertonYou've probably heard of Scratch, the block-based coding language used and remixed by students and adults all over the world as a great introduction to the world of coding and programming. Today, we dive into a conversation with Elaine Atherton, the Scratch Foundation's Director for their Scratch Education Collaborative. Take a few minutes and learn with me about the Foundation's focus on community and equitable approaches to creative coding! Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko. If you enjoyed the sho w, please like a...

2022-12-2916 min

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2022-12-1203 min

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2022-12-1203 min

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2022-11-2003 min

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2022-11-2003 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #69: Building Student Leaders and Making Connections - Freya Abraham and Emily JarembaWe hear a lot of talk about student leadership and student agency in the education space. Today, we highlight two students who have been leading the way through the Chief Science Officers program. They started by being members of the organization and are now leading outreach projects that seek to keep students connected and help them transition from high school to college and career! Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to the channel, and c...

2022-11-1518 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #68: Assistive Technology in Education - Dr. Laura HessWhile many folks talk about the importance of educating ALL students for success, that is actually very difficult in practice. Today, we talk with Dr. Laura Hess from St. Vrain Valley Schools in Colorado about assistive technology and how it has the power to level the playing field for our students, allowing them to focus on the learning. Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to the channel, and click the little bell to get n...

2022-11-0919 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #67: The Esports and Gaming Trifecta! - Dr. BerNadette Lawson-WilliamsWith so many amazing programs going on across college campuses, it can be difficult to decide where to shine a light. But when you hear about the esports trifecta, the decision becomes clear! Today, we talk with Dr. BerNadette Lawson-Williams from Johnson C. Smith University, an HBCU in Charlotte that is changing the face of learning at their institution with esports and gaming. Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to the channel, and click t...

2022-10-3117 min

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2022-10-3003 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #66: Representation in Content and Education Materials - Amanda Latasha ArmstrongWith "Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion" being such a common refrain in our lives, it's important that we re-examine many parts of our education ecosystem through a new lens. Today, I talk with Amanda Latasha Armstrong from New Mexico State University and New America about her research on the representation of social group in U.S. educational materials and why it matters. Check it out and click on the links below to explore some of the resources she shared. Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug K...

2022-10-1419 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #65: Positivity and Leadership in Esports in Education - Sergio BrackWhile esports (and the gaming industry as a whole) might have a reputation for being negative, there are some leaders out there who are pushing hard to change the narrative and build programs that create impact for our students. Sergio Brack, Director of Esports at University of Maryland, is one of those leaders. We chat about how big schools might change the game (pun intended), why it's important to be positive in the space, and what plans he has in store for UMD. Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The E...

2022-09-0515 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #64: Player to Coach: An Esports Journey - Anna PattersonAn increasingly common journey for scholar gamers is to participate in esports in college and/or high school, and then take their knowledge and experience back to the virtual playing field as a coach. Anna Patterson played Overwatch competitively at Florida Southern College and is now leading the next round of players through the game. Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to the channel, and click the little bell to get notified when we p...

2022-08-1015 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #63: VR, Research, and Higher Education - Cat FlynnCat Flynn is the Director of Learning Science at Southern New Hampshire University and she is paving the way for immersive experiences with impact. Also presenting at the Games For Change Festival, her project to help teach students about the brain by taking a virtual walk inside could be the next phase for VR in schools. Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to the channel, and click the little bell to get notified when w...

2022-07-2716 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #62: Equity, Education, Storytelling, and EdTech: A Love Story - Dr. Sawsan JaberNothing in education exists in a vacuum. When we talk about equity, we can't separate that from the daily work of educators.Today, Dr. Sawsan Jaber shares about her journey as an English teacher and equity advocate working with the scholar activists in her classroom. Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to the channel, and click the little bell to get notified when we post a new video. If you have any ideas for f...

2022-07-1518 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #61: Critical Media Literacy & Video Games in the Classroom - Dr. Darnel DegandDr. Darnel Degand has a background in media and advertising and now brings his love of education and media together to teach future teachers about the folding together of video games, comics, and pedagogy. Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to the channel, and click the little bell to get notified when we post a new video. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the sho...

2022-06-3014 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #60: Innovative Ways to Bring Games and Education Together - Dr. Paul DarvasiDr. Paul Darvasi has been using video games, including titles like Grand Theft Auto to teach some unlikely but incredibly vital skills. Join us as we talk about using games in the classroom, building skills all our students need, and applying lessons learned from video games to our lives. Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to the channel, and click the little bell to get notified when we post a new video. If you ha...

2022-06-2416 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #59: Julie Mavrogeorge - Mentorship and Fellowship in Esports in EducationScholastic and collegiate esports are growing at a tremendous pace and while Fresno Unified School District was an early adopter in the K-12 space, everyone has some room to grow. To build a more comprehensive and supportive program for their students, Julie Mavrogeorge is looking to infuse more mentorship and fellowship into their program. Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to the channel, and click the little bell to get notified when we post a...

2022-05-2516 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #58: Sean Wybrant - Teaching at the Bleeding Edge of TechToday, I talk with Sean Wybrant, an incredible educator and the 2017 Colorado Educator of the Year. We discuss the why behind teaching our students with the latest and greatest tech, and why it's vital that we incorporate this bleeding edge tech into our classrooms. Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to the channel, and click the little bell to get notified when we post a new video. If you have any ideas for future g...

2022-05-2415 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #57: Kristina Ishmael - Life at the U.S. Department of Education Office of EdTechToday, I talk with Kristina Ishmael, the acting Director of the Office of EdTech and the U.S. Department of Education. We discuss the different roles and responsibilities of the department, the amazing resources that the provide for schools, as well as some new ways in which they are engaging with their audience. Thanks for joining us today on CDW Education's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to the channel, and click the little bell to get notified when we post a n...

2022-05-1029 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #56: Anurupa Ganguly - VR in the Core CurriculumWhile some have high hopes for it to revolutionize education, virtual reality (VR) has had some struggles over the years being adopted into mainstream education circles. Today, I talk with Anurupa Ganguly, CEO and Founder of Prisms VR, about what has held VR back from being part of the core curriculum and how to get it across the finish line so it can finally live up to its big expectations. Thanks for joining us today on CDW's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko. If you enjoyed the show, please like and s...

2022-05-0317 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #55: Building Esports into Education at the University Level - Sari KitelynEsports has been taking the world by storm and education is a big part of the sustained success of the ecosystem. At Full Sail University, they've built a successful program based on student input and the shifting workforce landscape that we are preparing our students for. Sari Kitelyn takes us on her journey at Full Sail and what esports has meant to them as they evolve their programs. Thanks for joining us today on CDW's Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to t...

2022-04-2913 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #54: Being a Teacher Cheerleader - Knikole TaylorWhile it has always been important to support educators in their difficult work, teachers need a cheerleader now more than ever. Knikole Taylor, an education leader from Texas, seeks to help teachers in any way she can on her journey. Thanks for joining us today on CDW's Focus on K-12: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko, Education Strategist. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to the channel, and click the little bell to get notified when we post a new video. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d l...

2021-12-2815 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #53: Using Design Thinking with Intention - Dr. Sabba QuidwaiWhile design thinking is a great way to garner engagement and buy-in to the problem-solving process, it's also an incredibly powerful tool for reshaping the thinking in your organization or school. Dr. Sabba Quidwai discusses the power of design thinking when it is used with intention and becomes part of our organizational culture in education and beyond. Thanks for joining us today on CDW's Focus on K-12: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko, Education Strategist. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to the channel, and click the little bell to get n...

2021-11-2417 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #52: Digital Equity and Educational Civil Rights - Ashley CowgerWith the ubiquity of the internet and digital tools in our lives, the rights of our students have grown over the years to include access to the resources they need to be successful. Digital equity is at the forefront of that conversation for districts all across the United States. For Indianapolis Public Schools and their Executive Director of Strategy and Integration, Ashley Cowger, supporting their students civil rights as their district shifts over time is at the forefront of their work. Thanks for joining us today on CDW's Focus on K-12: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by...

2021-11-1714 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #51: Academic Esports in the UK and Beyond - Tom DoreEsports in the world of education can take many different forms. Today, Tom Dore and I connect on some of the amazing advances the British Esports Association and other organizations are making in the academic side of esports in education. Thanks for joining us today on CDW's Focus on K-12: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko, National Esports Manager for CDW. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to the channel, and click the little bell to get notified when we post a new video. If you have any ideas for future g...

2021-11-1015 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #50: Innovating Play in K-12 Education - Christine Pinto and Jessica TwomeyChristine Pinto and Jessica Twomey are two kindergarten teachers (and authors) from opposite ends of the country whose classes collaborate on a daily basis. The mindset of Innovating Play was born from the idea that it is possible to protect and nurture best practices in early childhood education, while expanding opportunities for appropriate connection and discovery through technology. They are grounded in the belief that hands-on experiences and joyful learning can include everything from paint and blocks to Chromebooks and iPads. Thanks for joining us today on CDW's Focus on K-12: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by...

2021-10-2716 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #49: Esports Through the Years - Christopher TurnerChristopher Turner is an educator, esports coach, program director, and more. He is plugged into the esports community from elementary school to graduate school and beyond. Today we dive into a great discussion around what esports looks like at different levels and what folks should do if they are looking to become part of this great community and build their own program! Thanks for joining us today on CDW's Focus on K-12: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko, Education Strategist. If you enjoyed the show, please like and subscribe to the channel, and click t...

2021-10-2015 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #48: Behind the Scenes of FETC: An EdTech Conference Unmasked - Jennifer WomblePeople flock to edtech conferences year after year, but does anyone really know what goes into a successful show? Jennifer Womble certainly does. As the Program Chair for FETC (the Future of Education Technology Conference), Jennifer gives us a little taste of what goes on behind the scenes. She also shares what her favorite part of the conference is, what we can do to prepare, and what we might expect for this year's FETC! Thanks for joining us today on CDW's Focus on K-12: EdTech and The Education Experience, hosted by Doug Konopelko, Education Strategist. If you e...

2021-10-1416 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #47: The 4 Cs of K-12 Esports - Chris AvilesK-12 esports are on the rise! Today, we talk with coach, leader, and esports pioneer, Chris Aviles of Garden State Esports, about the 4 Cs of esports. While competitive gaming is becoming more and more popular throughout the world, it's important to reflect on how we must remain focused on our students and the different benefits they can get from these programs. Chris dives in to tell us about what we can teach our students beyond the game! Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please...

2021-10-0618 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #46: EdTech and Social-Emotional Learning - Alberto and Mario Herraez (the eTwinz)As educators, we are responsible for much more than facts on a page and standards. In light of the shared experience of living through a pandemic, there has been a renewed focus on the concept of social-emotional learning. Today I talk with the eTwinz, Mario and Alberto Herraez, educators from Spain that are currently living and teaching in Utah. We talk about checking in on students' emotional states, building relationships, and integrating edtech into those processes. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe...

2021-09-2915 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #45: Game-Based Learning in Education - Glen Irvin FloresGamification, game-based learning, and competitive gaming are all popular in education right now. Today, I talk with Glen Irvin Flores about his experiences with game-based learning and how it can be so powerful in the classroom. As an instructional technology coach and former teacher, Glen has experienced the hands-on approach of applying game-based learning in the classroom, but also the coaching of folks for its inclusion. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d...

2021-09-2216 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #44: New Leadership Lessons and ::gasp:: Learning Loss - Dr. Natasha RachellAs students, educators, and leaders across the country work together to reshape education, standard district practices like hiring, promotion, and growth continue. Today, I talk with Dr. Natasha Rachell of Atlanta Public Schools about being a new instructional technology director at such a pivotal time. We address what folks are focusing on, the stigma around learning loss, and much more! Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about th...

2021-09-1613 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #43: Breaking Down Silos in Education - Vriti SarafIt's no secret that silos exist in education. While they may materialize in individual departments, between schools, within districts, and among states, Vriti Saraf is ready to bring the world's educators together to truly learn, grow, and collaborate together. We discuss examples of amazing schools and programs from around the world, the value of no-code tools, why it's important to bring folks together, and what one path forward might be! Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for...

2021-09-1014 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #42: EdTech Tools: Game Changers or Life Savers in Education? - Joe MarquezWhile many edtech tools were integrated into school and district digital learning ecosystems in the last year, many are now being re-evaluated. Today, I talk with Joe Marquez, Director of Academic Innovation for CUE, about why it's important to sort our education tools as game changers or life savers! Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please reach out to me on Twitter @dkonopelko. Thanks fo...

2021-09-0118 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #41: Closing the Digital Divide: Broadband in K-12 - Dr. Emily Bell and Dr. Keith OsburnOver the last decade, connectivity has gone from a "nice to have" to a "need to have". This is especially true as our schools and the families they support navigate a third school year impacted by a pandemic. Join me in a conversation with the CIO of the Georgia Department of Education, Dr. Keith Osburn, and the CIO of Fulton County Schools in Georgia, Dr. Emily Bell. Learn about the challenges and the solutions we are seeing from both a district, or LEA (Local Education Agency), and from the state level at the Department of Education, an SEA (State...

2021-08-2523 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #40: How to Achieve Success at Scale in K-12 Education - Marie IzquierdoWhen you're one of the leaders that sets the vision for one of the nation's largest school districts, it has to be clear and it has to scale. For Miami-Dade County Public Schools, this means over 400 schools and more than 350,000 students. Marie Izquierdo started as a student in the district and has worked her way up to being the Chief Strategy Officer. Marie and I talked about the vision for education in MDCPS, their recognition by the Council of Great City Schools, and the ingredients in their secret sauce for success. Thanks for joining us today on...

2021-08-1818 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #39: Starting K-12 Esports in 2021?! Some Lessons Learned - Bradford HarrisAs esports continues to grow in the K-12 space, district leaders like Bradford Harris from Texas, continue to lead the way and blaze a trail for others looking to build their program. Join us for this conversations where we cover the idea that not all successful esports programs will look the same, where knowledge of games falls in order of importance, and a few other things you need to know if you are starting a program. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe...

2021-08-1117 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #38: Instruct. Innovate. Lead. - Dr. Ashley KennedyThere are so many incredible leaders in education today and Dr. Ashley Kennedy, the Director of Instruction and Innovative Practice for Cobb County Schools in Georgia, is a people leader on the rise! In this episode of Focus on K-12, we discuss leading with a student-centered vision by staying close to the classroom, using research-based practices for learning and engagement, and generational changes in students and leaders. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or...

2021-08-0418 min

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2021-08-0302 min

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2021-08-0220 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #37: From Bricks to Clicks - Dr. Emily BellToday on Focus on K-12, I talk to the Chief Information Officer for Fulton County Schools, Dr. Emily Bell, about how we've been moving "from bricks to clicks" in education. When making the move to digital instruction and digital resources, in addition to pedagogical shifts, we've got to make sure we keeping an eye on security and where our data is headed. We tackle the balances between 1) cybersecurity and convenience and 2) standardization and choice. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you...

2021-06-3017 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #36: The Evolution of Instructional Coaching and EdTech - Victoria ThompsonInstructional coaching has become more and prevalent in school districts around the country as district and school leaders look to reflect on and improve their pedagogical practices, technology integration, and invest in the growth of their staff for the benefit of the students. Today, I talk to STEM/Instructional Coach and one of EdTech's 30 K-12 Influencers of 2021, Victoria Thompson. She takes us through a bit of the evolution of instructional coaching through the past few years, some of the changes that happened as a result of the pandemic, and what practices they are looking to keep moving forward.

2021-06-2313 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #35: EdTech and World Languages - Rachelle Dené PothSometimes we find great opportunities for engagement with EdTech in places we wouldn't expect. Today, Rachelle Dene Poth talks through some ways she's been able to infuse her World Languages classroom with edtech tools and innovative lessons. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please reach out to me on Twitter @dkonopelko. Thanks for tuning in and we will see you next time, as we Fo...

2021-06-1715 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #34: Personal Systems of Support in Education - Marlo GaddisAs we continue to learn, grow, and take on new roles in education, we need to make sure we've got our own systems of support in place to keep pushing us, help us problem-solve, give us honest feedback, and lend an ear when we need someone. Today, I talk to the Chief Technology Officer of Wake County Public School System, Marlo Gaddis, about the role that her support system plays in her life as she makes important decisions and sets vision for one of the largest school systems in the country. Thanks for joining us today on...

2021-06-0914 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #33: Blended Learning: Then, Now, and Into the Future - Dr. Lakisha BrinsonAs we navigate the transition back to "normal" in education, there are things that have shifted that we don't want to see return to the way we've always done them. We need to maintain some of this momentum to push forward and embrace the paradigm shift. In Metro Nashville Public Schools, Dr. Lakisha Brinson is helping lead the way as their Director of Instructional Technology and Library Services. Dr. Brinson and other district leaders are creating a more intentional plan for blended learning, integrating new practices and pedagogies into their teaching and learning to benefit their students. ...

2021-06-0214 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #32: Collaboration, Competition, or Cheating in Education? - Lemonade Learning - Brianna Hodges and Lainie RowellToday's episode is (appropriately) a collaboration between Lemonade Learning and Focus on K-12. Lainie Rowell and Brianna Hodges join me as we discuss collaboration. Adults are expected to collaborate on almost everything they do at work, but unless it's specifically noted on an assignment that students should collaborate, it's considered cheating when they do. We also touch on a few other elements of collaboration along the way- let's dive in! Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for...

2021-05-2616 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #31: Disruptive Thinking in our Classrooms - Eric SheningerDisruption comes with the opportunity to reinvent existing processes and systems. For educators, this year has been one of constant and pervasive disruption of almost every aspect of their journey through teaching and learning. Eric Sheninger and I discuss the impact and opportunity that exists today in our schools through the lens of his new book, Disruptive Thinking in our Classrooms (#DisruptiveThink). We touch on comfort, progress, trust, empathy, and so much more! Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have...

2021-05-1917 min

Gold EDU This is Your Golden Ticket to EdTech Tips and Tricks _ Arrangegoldedu.org--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/support

2021-05-1507 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #30: Representation, Media Literacy, and Teacher Training Programs - Dr. Valerie Adams-BassTeachers and education leaders often talk about the lack of appropriate representation of students of color in their teachers and the school environment in general. Dr. Valerie Adams-Bass from the University of Virginia takes us through some ways we can address this problem in our schools, the role the media plays in the issue, and how teacher preparation programs play their part. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us...

2021-05-1216 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #29: Creating Experiences, Not Completing Checklists - Dr. Neil GuptaWhen things get busy in a school district, it's easy to reduce your work to checklists on a Post-It, canary yellow legal pad, or the latest to-do list app. In this episode, I talk to Dr. Neil Gupta, Director of Secondary Education for Worthington Schools in Ohio, about the importance of continuing to build experiences for our students and staff rather than settling for checkboxes. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d li...

2021-05-0514 min

Gold EDU This is Your Golden Ticket to EdTech Tips and Tricks- Map with Hot Spotsgoldedu.org--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/support

2021-05-0403 min

Gold EDU This is Your Golden Ticket to EdTech Tips and Tricks- On a Scalegoldedu.org--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/support

2021-05-0407 min

Gold EDU This is Your Golden Ticket to EdTech Tips and Tricks - Polyline Tool Plus Onegoldedu.org--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/support

2021-05-0204 min

Gold EDU This is Your Golden Ticket to EdTech Tips and Tricks - Zoom to YouTubeGoldedu.org--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/support

2021-05-0107 min

Gold EDU This is Your Golden Ticket to EdTech Tips and Tricks_ Polyline Toolgoldedu.org--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/support

2021-05-0104 min

Gold EDU This is Your Golden Ticket to EdTech Tips and Tricks - Google Keyboard ShortcutsGoldedu.org--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/support

2021-04-2808 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #28: Interoperability (or Why EdTech Stuff Should Just Work!) - Susan BeardenSo often in schools, our students and teachers want the many systems that we put in place and use on a daily basis to just WORK (as they should) and play nice in the sandbox with each other. Susan Bearden, the Director of Digital Programs for InnovateEDU, and I discuss this concept (interoperability) and how it impacts the world of education. InnovateEDU is a non-profit whose mission is to eliminate the achievement gap by accelerating innovation in standards aligned, next generation learning models and tools that serve, inform, and enhance teaching and learning. Thanks for joining us...

2021-04-2816 min

Gold EDU This is Your Golden Ticket to EdTech Tips and Tricks - Notifications in YouTubegoldedu.org--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/support

2021-04-2705 min

Gold EDU This is Your Golden Ticket to EdTech Tips and Tricks - Word Clockgoldedu.org--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/support

2021-04-2704 min

Gold EDU This is Your Golden Ticket to EdTech Tips and Tricks_ Remove BGgoldedu.org--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/support

2021-04-2506 min

Gold EDU This is Your Golden Ticket to EdTech Tips and Tricks - Voice to Text in Google DocumentsGoldedu.org--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gold-edu/support

2021-04-2506 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #27: Teaching the SDGs and Student Activism - Dr. Jen WilliamsThe sustainable development goals (SDGs) are global goals that we should all be working on to improve our planet. Dr. Jen Williams, educator, author, and co-founder of Take Action Global and TeachSDGs takes us through the 'why' behind these goals, some ways students are getting involved, and how we can get started with them in the classroom. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please re...

2021-04-2116 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #26: Reopening Our Schools Safely During a Pandemic - Dr. Tracey MillerDr. Tracey Miller, Chief Academic Officer for Martin County School District, shares some nuggets of wisdom from MCSD's journey as they reopened schools back in August and have remained opened throughout the last 8 months. This is a thoughtful reflection from an amazing leader for school district leaders on the precipice of their reopening or those reflecting on their journey through reopening amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d li...

2021-04-1415 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #25: Mistakes, Vulnerability, #HipHopEd, and Reality Pedagogy - Dr. Chris Emdin (EXTENDED CUT)Join us as we dive into some radical vulnerability, Wu-Tang, grace, science, humility, mistakes, Jay-Z, #HipHopEd, reality pedagogy, and so much more. Dr. Chris Emdin, professor at Teachers College at Columbia University, author of "For White Folks Who Teach in the Hood..." and the Upcoming "RatchetDemic" joins us for this week's EXTENDED CUT 30 minute episode of #FocusOnK12. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please re...

2021-04-0730 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #24: Engaging Parents, Families, and the Community on the Education Journey - Mariel MilanoOver the past year, our parents, families, and communities have become even more integral in our student success. In Orange County Public Schools, Mariel Milano (Director for Digital Curriculum) helped lead the charge to shift their parents and families into learning copilots on the education journey for their students. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please reach out to me on Twitter @dkonopelko. Thanks for tuning in an...

2021-03-3112 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #23: Why We Should Teach Entrepreneurial Skills to our Students - Rabbi Michael CohenIn education, our curriculum rarely keeps up with shifts in the market, the economy, and other forces that shape the world we live in. While not all of our students are planning on starting a business, many can benefit from teaching and learning around the skills that are sometimes relegated to an entrepreneurship curriculum: defining and solving a problem, confidence and clarity of communication, and so much more. Today, I dip my toe into the water of student entrepreneurship with Rabbi Michael Cohen (@thetechrabbi). Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education E...

2021-03-2415 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #22: Leading with Professional Learning for Success in Education - Michelle MooreThroughout the pandemic, we've seen an explosion of new resources being thrust into the world of education. As we continue to roll out new programs and tools in our schools, we need to make sure our teachers and staff feel prepared to integrate them into their instruction. Michelle Moore leads us through some thoughts around professional learning and what leaders can do to keep it as the focus of the work. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas...

2021-03-1715 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #21: Living the Dual Life of a Teacher/Podcaster - Pav WanderPav Wander is one half of the teaching and podcasting powerhouse Chey and Pav. In our conversation, we discuss how they got started with The Staffroom Podcast and The Drive on VoicEd Radio, how the podcasting informs her work as a teacher, and how she tries to balance the dual life of a content creator and teacher. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please re...

2021-03-1015 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #20: Digital Equity in Education Doesn't Stop with Devices - Ken SheltonKen Shelton is a powerful voice for equity in education. Today we dive into the fact that digital equity isn't only about having access to a device and a hotspot, we've got to take a look at the lack of stable broadband access throughout our country. We also examine the views of screen time across socioeconomic lines and the importance of focusing on the learning that is available to those with access to the internet. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If...

2021-03-0215 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #19: Big School Districts and Big Ideas for Education - Phillip DunnLarge, urban school districts tend to operate like their own city within a city- acting as a hub for learning and knowledge, but also supporting the areas that they serve. Today, I talk with Phillip Dunn, CIO for Broward County Schools in Florida (6th largest district in the country with ~270K students), who has also worked within NYC DOE (largest district in the country). We talk about some of the benefits and drawbacks of large systems and a few of his ideas about what might be a possible path forward in education. Thanks for joining us today...

2021-02-2418 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #18: Student Relationships as a Lever for Change - Jess BoyceWhile MANY things in education changed in 2020, one thing has stayed the same (or actually grown in importance), and that is the need to build strong relationships with your students in the classroom. Today, I talk to Jess Boyce from Flipgrid and we share some stories of building positive relationships while creating an environment of safety and respect. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, pl...

2021-02-1714 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #17: Representation in the Classroom, Building a Black Teacher Pipeline - Sharif El-MekkiFor many of our students, the teacher who stands before them each day doesn't look like them or have any similar lived experiences. Sharif El-Mekki, founder and CEO of The Center for Black Educator Development, is looking to change all that and build a #BlackTeacherPipeline. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please reach out to me on Twitter @dkonopelko. Thanks for tuning in and we...

2021-02-1017 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #16: Sharing Your Voice in Education - Dr. Sarah ThomasDr. Sarah Thomas is an educator, author, technologist, publisher, leader, and so much more. On this episode, we connected on what it means to share your voice and have your voice heard in a world with a lot of noise. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please reach out to me on Twitter @dkonopelko. Thanks for tuning in and we will see you next ti...

2021-02-0314 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #15: Let's Talk about Design Thinking in Education - Dee LanierDesign Thinking has become one of those buzzwords in education that we hear about more and more often. Dee Lanier takes some time to break down what design thinking really is and what it can mean for education. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please reach out to me on Twitter @dkonopelko. Thanks for tuning in and we will see you next time, as we...

2021-01-2713 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #14: Representation in a Pixelated World - Felisa FordRepresentation matters. Full stop. Over the last year, we've seen new instances of representation of our BIPOC community in more 'typical' spaces like TV and movies, and in this episode of Focus on K-12, I talk to Felisa Ford from Atlanta Public Schools about her time working on representation in a pixelated world- the Good Trouble world in Minecraft EDU. Listen in as she shares her passion, her experience, and her deep connection to the work! Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show...

2021-01-1814 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #13: Fear in Education - Trevor RaganFear is something that we can all relate to in education settings and in our daily lives. We all feel fear at some time or another. How can we help students, teachers, and staff succeed when facing fear? Trevor Ragan, from the Learner Lab, breaks down some of the research that guides our thinking and addresses our common misconceptions. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the sh...

2021-01-1316 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #12: Risk Taking in Education - Claudio Zavala Jr.Claudio Zavala Jr is a digital designer, creator, and educator in Texas focused on taking risks, igniting creativity, and making change in education. Join us as we talk about how we can take more risks and find success. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please reach out to me on Twitter @dkonopelko. Thanks for tuning in and we will see you next time, as we...

2021-01-0717 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #11: Personal Branding and Visual Storytelling in Education - Tanya AvrithAs an advocate for student voice, my guest, Tanya Avrith believes in the power of storytelling in Education. She has seen stories help kids explore their creativity, construct their identities and connect with others first-hand – a principle that she has the privilege of spreading with the help of Adobe Education, as their Education Evangelist. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please reach out to me o...

2020-12-3015 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #10: Personal and Authentic Learning, and The Hidden Stories Within - Tom MurrayWith each of our interactions in our schools, with our students or our staff, we need to stay cognizant that everyone has a point-of-view and lens built off their experiences. This week I talk to Tom Murray, Director of Future Ready Schools, about the hidden stories within us and within our students and how these stories help shape us. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the sh...

2020-12-2314 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #9: Building Capacity for Education Initiatives - Sarah KyriazisProfessional development, staffing, and support can often be neglected when budgets are tight and you're starting a new initiative in a school district. Sarah Kyriazis from Worcester Public Schools in Massachusetts takes us through their plan to build capacity to address these issues with their iTeacher and iPrincipal programs. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please reach out to me on Twitter @dkonopelko. Thanks fo...

2020-12-1615 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #8: Gaming in Schools?! Keeping the Education in Esports - Laylah BulmanEsports, or competitive gaming, is taking the education community by storm. Today I talk to one of the members of the leadership team at NASEF and senior program officer at the Samueli Foundation, Laylah Bulman, about why it's so important to keep Scholastic central to the esports conversation. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please reach out to me on Twitter @dkonopelko. Thanks for tu...

2020-12-0915 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #7: Building Community in Virtual Spaces - CC ChungCC Chung, Educator and 2020 Hawaii Teacher of the Year, talks about how going virtual has impacted the ability to bring community and culture into the classroom and what it means to build community in virtual spaces. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please reach out to me on Twitter @dkonopelko. Thanks for tuning in and we will see you next time, as we Focus on...

2020-12-0212 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #6: The Science of Reading - Dr. Ebony LeeDr. Ebony Lee, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment for Clayton County Schools in Georgia, takes on the foundations and science of reading, why reading is "not natural", and how reading can impact our lives. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please reach out to me on Twitter @dkonopelko. Thanks for tuning in and we will see you next time, as we Focus on...

2020-11-2614 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #5: College and Career Ready? Maybe Not! - Jaime CasapJaime Casap, a thought leader in education and former Chief Education Evangelist for Google, pushes our thinking by saying that when we say we want students to be college and career ready, we are shooting too low. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please reach out to me on Twitter @dkonopelko. Thanks for tuning in and we will see you next time, as we Fo...

2020-11-1815 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #4: ADAPTing with Creativity in the Classroom - Mike CicchettiMike Cicchetti shares his ADAPT framework for creativity in the classroom and why igniting creativity in your students could be the key to a successful transition back to school. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please reach out to me on Twitter @dkonopelko. Thanks for tuning in and we will see you next time, as we Focus on K-12. Links to Resources fr...

2020-11-1414 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #3: Science Before You STEM - Chanel JohnsonChanel Johnson, a Science Specialist from Atlanta, Georgia, shares her experiences with science and why we need to focus on the foundational skills like exploration and curiosity before we can dive into STEM. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please reach out to me on Twitter @dkonopelko. Thanks for tuning in and we will see you next time, as we Focus on K-12. ...

2020-11-1313 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #2: Keep Calm and EdTech On - Dr. Adam PhyallDr. Adam Phyall (one of EdTech Magazine's 2020 K-12 Influencers Worth a Follow) shares with us why it's so important to take time for self-care and while our work as education leaders is serious, we can still have fun. Thanks for joining us today on Focus on K-12, EdTech and The Education Experience. If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe. If you have any ideas for future guests or you’d like to contact us about the show, please reach out to me on Twitter @dkonopelko. Thanks for tuning in and we will see you next time, as we...

2020-11-1014 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience #1: Being a Connected Educator - Greg BagbyAs we have moved to remote working, distance or hybrid learning, and virtual conferences, staying connected has become even more difficult than ever before, missing out on those ‘in between’ moments in hallways, planning rooms, or around the proverbial water cooler. Some people find that becoming a more connected educator helps bridge this gap. Today, I talk to an amazing leader, Greg Bagby, the Coordinator of Instructional Technology at Hamilton County Schools, about what it means to be a connected educator, how he stays connected, and what he sees in the years ahead.

2020-11-0314 min

Focus on EDU: EdTech and The Education Experience First Listen - Focus on K-12: EdTech and the Education ExperienceWelcome to CDW-G’s new podcast series, Focus on K-12: EdTech and the Education Experience. In this series, we talk to leaders in education about how relevant topics are impacting the world of educational technology and education at large. As educators, we must be intentional in our decision-making to keep the full experience of our teachers, staff, and most importantly, our students, at heart. Together, we leverage the power of the incredible thinkers throughout the education community to discuss topics ranging from equity to esports, from creativity to coaching, and from feedback to the future of education. I’...

2020-10-2700 min

My EdTech Life Episode 06: Remote Learning with Merge EDURemote Learning is a term that is now part of our daily vocabulary as educators. On this show we speak to Stephanie Lyons from Merge EDU about their amazing augmented reality learning platform. Merge EDU has many great lessons built into the platform that can help students learn visually and kinesthetically. Students will have the opportunity to hold objects in their hand that they may never get to experience seeing or touching, because Merge can bring the world to them. Merge PresentationMerge Remote Learning Wakelet--- Support t...

2020-06-2057 min

EdTechNOW Bernard Bull on EdTech NOWThis is EdTech Now, a ten-minute podcast about education technology and how it's used in the classroom. Our guest is Bernard Bull, who has his own great podcast, Moonshot EDU. He is also the author of What Really Matters? Ten Critical Issues in Contemporary Education. We focus today on reading and motivation in the classroom and how tech can influence and help reading. Lee Schneider is the interviewer. Noah Geisel, education director of Stackup, is a frequent guest on the podcast. Produced by Red Cup Agency, EdTech NOW is sponsored by Stackup (stackup.net.)

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