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Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastUsing Certification Projects to Link Abstract Skills to Practical Applications with John BealeHow do you bridge the gap between abstract knowledge and the real-world task- and project-based skills your students need to succeed in their careers? In this episode, science, STEM, and engineering teacher John Beale explores the answers. John Beale has been in the classroom for six years teaching science, STEM, and engineering at Nease High School in St. Augustine, Florida. Over the course of his teaching career, he has also created curriculum for a seventh and eighth grade marine science STEM program and an eleventh-grade level computer integrated manufacturing class. Before beginning his high school teaching career, J...2023-10-2541 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastCan We Do Something Fun? with Amy WatersHow many times do students walk into your classroom and ask, “Can we do something fun today?” Chances are you hear that often. So why not make your class more fun? Amy Waters shows us how. Amy Waters is a 34-year veteran classroom teacher who currently works at Hahnville High School in Boutte, Louisiana. Throughout her career, she has proven her nerd force bona-fides by teaching diverse subjects from Latin to computer programming. Amy is passionate about constantly creating, adapting, and improving lessons to reach all students. She currently teaches classes in business computer applications; Adobe Photoshop and I...2023-10-1827 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastMake Them Unforgettable: The CSB Edge with Jennifer StubblefieldToday’s workplace is full of undeniable talent in technology (which is especially important), communication skills can propel students far beyond the “just getting hired” rung on the success ladder. In this episode, Jennifer Stubblefield talks all about communication. Jennifer Stubblefield taught Business Education in KY for 27 years where she created and managed an award-winning certification classroom in the areas of MOS, ESB, & CSB. She is currently serving as the President of the Kentucky Business Education Association and is a mentor coach for new Business teachers in KY. In 2019, Jennifer was named the Certiport Educator of the Year an...2023-10-1133 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastStart Your School Up with Certification with Scott RolandoAre you new to certifying your students? This episode is for you. Veteran teacher and certification expert, Scott Rolando, knows what it’s like to launch a new certification program, both the struggles and the triumphs. Scott Rolando has been a full-time teacher for 22 years, and he has taught CTE classes for the past five years. Scott currently teaches an impressively diverse range of courses at Lakeland High School in White Lake, Michigan, including business, management, technology 1 and 2, sports and entertainment marketing, cybersecurity, web design, and basic and advanced video production. In this episode, Scott sha...2023-10-0432 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastWhy Stop at Photoshop? with Erica BlumEfficient and effective work is all about finding the right tools for the right job. And no one shares that message more clearly than Erica Blum. Erica Blum is the program coordinator and an associate professor for the art and design degree at Lindenwood University. She is an Adobe Education leader and an Adobe Creative Educator Level 1. She has obtained many certifications, including the Adobe Certified Associate in Graphic Design and Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator, the ACA in Visual Communication Using Adobe Photoshop, the Adobe Certified Professional in Print and Digital Publication Using Adobe InDesign, and the A...2023-09-2729 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastWinning Big with App Development in Swift with Brian FouttyCertification programs have the power to change lives and create new opportunities for deserving people who need them most. In this week’s episode, we hear about the impact of certification from long-time educator, Brian Foutty. Brian Foutty brings 28 years of classroom teaching experience to his current job as a secondary math, app development and coding, and special education teacher at Trumbull Career and Technical Center in Warren, Ohio. He has also worked for the past seven years as a Mac and iPad systems administrator and a classroom technology integrator for the students and staff at Turnbull. Bri...2023-09-2026 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastBonus Episode: Back to School with Caitlin O’Brien and Jason MajorsBack to school season is here. Whether you’re a seasoned Certiport veteran, or brand new to certification, we know this episode will help you have a successful year. We were lucky enough to sit down with two members of our Certiport team: Caitlin O’Brien and Jason Majors. Caitlin O’Brien has been with Certiport for nearly 12 years with the entirety of her career spent in customer service and client support roles, most recently taking over management of the Candidate Services and Customer Support teams. She always tries to maintain a ‘customer first’ mindset and is a passionat...2023-09-1331 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastGet More Value from Your Certification Investment with Karen CoulombeAre you looking for fresh, innovative ideas for using certifications to help your students and improve your school? Karen Coulombe is here to help. Karen Coulombe is a career and technical education (CTE) teacher at Lake Stevens High School in Washington state. Karen teaches both computer applications and computer science to first-year high school students in Lake Stevens. She is also a robotics advisor for the largest VRC Robotics team in Washington. Before becoming a teacher, Karen worked for more than a decade as a licensed avionics technician and airframe and powerplant mechanic for the U.S. A...2023-09-0631 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastAccounting: The Next Generation with Lenice DeLucaBetween now and 2031, the Bureau of Labor Statistics is projecting high growth in the accounting field, with about 136,400 openings each year. Growth like this is a fabulous sign for students looking for a stable and fulfilling career. In this week’s episode, we’re talking about all things accounting with passionate accounting educator, Lenice DeLuca! Lenice currently works as an instructor at Immokalee Technical College in Southwest Florida, where she teaches courses in accounting operations and global logistics and supply chain technology. Previously, she spent nine years as a middle school teacher at Collier County Public Schools. Throu...2023-08-3026 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastPreparing Students for Unity Certification with David ManningWelcome back! We’re so excited to be back to school, back in the classroom, back to recording with all our educators! Do you have students interested in video games? The global video game market is currently valued at $188.7 billion, with more growth projected in the coming years. In short, students interested in video game design have massive potential to land a fantastic and fulfilling job. Help prepare them for their future gaming careers with Unity skills. Unity is the world’s leading platform for creating and operating interactive, real-time 3D (RT3D) content, empowering creato...2023-08-2330 min
Certified: Certiport Educator Podcast2023 CERTIFIED Educator of the Year: Karen CoulombeEach year, we are so excited to recognize one of our customers as our CERTIFIED Educator of the Year as part of our annual CERTIFIED Educator Conference. We work with so many incredible educators, all of whom deserve recognition for their dedication and efforts. We're pleased to announce that Karen Coulombe is our 2023 CERTIFIED Educator of the Year! Karen Coulombe is a career and technical education (CTE) teacher at Lake Stevens High School in Washington state. Karen teaches both computer applications and computer science to first-year high school students in Lake Stevens. She is also a robotics...2023-07-1925 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastDesign Thinking: A Framework for Creativity with Greg King and Katie WatchornCreativity is a crucial skill for any design career. But learners and professionals must be able to apply their creativity to their chosen field. Design thinking can help students use creativity to solve problems in the workplace and beyond. This episode includes audio from our latest CERTIFIED Academy: Design webinar, where we interviewed two of our CERTIFIED Ambassadors, Greg King and Katie Watchorn. Greg King is a Computer Assisted Design Instructor at McCann Technical School in North Adams, MA. Prior to leaping into a teaching career, Greg was a Senior Mechanical Designer/Project Manager for HVAC projects...2023-05-1730 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastREPLAY | Social-Emotional Learning in the CTE Classroom with Dr. Damien SweeneyThis episode is a replay from an episode aired in November 2021. We wanted to replay this in honor of Mental Health Awareness month. Career and Technical Education is all about helping students find a meaningful and fulfilling career pathway that aligns with their skills and passions. But before students can discover what they want to do with their lives, they need to discover who they are. That is where social-emotional learning comes into play. Dr. Damien Sweeney is a social-emotional learning expert and currently serves as the Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at...2023-05-1032 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastInside CERTIFIED 2023 with Dominique DelbarSummer is quickly approaching, which means that we’re in full CERTIFIED mode at the Certiport office. We are weeks away from our annual CERTIFIED Educator Conference. Taking place in Orlando, FL, June 26-28, CERTIFIED is the only education conference dedicated exclusively to exploring the full promise of certification in the classroom—by providing administrators, teachers, and industry experts with an engaging, energized forum for professional development, sharing their ideas, and experiences. In this episode, we chatted with our Corporate Events Manager, Dominique Delbar. She gave us an inside view of CERTIFIED 2023, including an overview of the...2023-05-0327 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastDiscover Cisco Networking Academy with Rebecca ChisholmYou’ve likely heard the buzz about our newest certification program: the Cisco Certified Support Technician. You can see the full announcement, launching the new program at https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Blog/2023/January/Meet-Cisco-Certified-Support-Technician. We are offering these certifications in collaboration with Cisco, the worldwide leader in networking technology with one of the most respected certification programs in the IT industry. Cisco is dedicated to empowering all people with career possibilities, and offers incredible resources to educators teaching networking, cybersecurity, and IT skills in the classroom. These resources are available through the Cisco Networking Academy program. We wan...2023-04-2624 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastWhy Students Need Project Management with Carol YorkTo celebrate the PMI Project Management Ready™ Next Generation certification exam launch, we are re-airing our past episode with 2022 CERTIFIED Educator of the Year, Carol York. We hope you enjoy this one just as much as we do. According to reports from Burning Glass, nearly 2.3 million job postings in the last year have requested project management skills, which is great news for teachers looking to help their students find jobs immediately upon graduation. Plus, project management instills additional skills such as time management, communication, and teamwork; all soft skills that are highly demanded by today’s employers. 2023-04-1918 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastWhich Learning Outcomes Matter Most with Kathy Schmit, Karen Coloumbe, Eric YakovichEmployers in every industry want a skilled workforce that is “tomorrow ready.” Employers emphasize the need for employees with specific foundational skills, including digital literacy, competence in Microsoft Office, and the capability to communicate effectively. What which outcomes matter most? In this week’s episode, we’ll hear audio from a past CERTIFIED Academy: Business webinar. We were able to collaborate with educator veterans Kathy Schmit and Karen Coloumbe, plus Kalama, WA’s CTE Advisory Panelist member, Eric Yakovich. Kathy is a 10-year veteran teacher with 25 years of firsthand experience applying Microsoft products in the business indu...2023-04-1245 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastReducing the CTE Stigma with Matthew A. FritziusWith career and technical education, students can find pathways and careers that align with their interests and goals. So why does CTE often feel like an aside or extra? Why are we still treating education like a linear journey when we know it’s not? In this episode, we were able to discuss the stigma around Career and Technical Education (CTE) in the United States. We were fortunate to have Matthew Fritzius lend us his expertise. Matthew is a CTE Curriculum Supervisor for Broward County Public Schools (BCPS). He has worked for BCPS for 16 years: 3 years in the...2023-04-0530 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastLessons Learned from Entrepreneurs with Devon Wellington and Haili MurchEntrepreneurs are a major driver in the economy. Senator Klobuchar from MN said, “Entrepreneurship and innovation are key to our economic prosperity and are needed more than ever as we rebuild our economy and put the pandemic behind us.” Help your students become tomorrow’s innovative business leaders by learning from today’s entrepreneurs. This episode includes audio from one of our CERTIFIED Academy: Business webinars. We sat down with two fabulous entrepreneurs and female powerhouses: Devon Wellington and Haili Murch. Devon Wellington is the CEO and Founder of Finerly Decor, a home decor e-commerce business th...2023-03-2941 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastGet Ready for Microsoft’s Imagine Cup Junior with Jeff JohnsonEvery day we use and interact with devices that use artificial intelligence (AI). Help your students understand and get excited about the power of AI technology with the Microsoft Imagine Cup Junior competition. The Microsoft Imagine Cup Junior (ICJ) is a global student competition for students ages 13-18. Through ICJ, educators utilize lessons to teach their students about AI technologies, students form teams, and apply these lessons to dream up a concept or idea to make a difference in their local community or world around them. In this week’s episode, we had the opportunity to chat ab...2023-03-2222 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastTeaching and Supporting First Generation College Students with Elizabeth Montgomery, Dr. Cheryl Love, and Dr. Rich YuehFirst generation college students face unique challenges in the collegiate environment, but they also hold unique cultural capital that helps them succeed. We were privileged to connect with three amazing individuals from the University of California, Riverside: Elizabeth Montgomery, Dr. Cheryl Love, and Dr. Rich Yueh. Elizabeth Montgomery serves as the Associate Director of Student and College Engagement at the University of California, Riverside Career Center. Elizabeth has worked in career services for over 12 years and in the education field for nearly 20 years. She is committed to leading her team to empower college students in their career j...2023-03-1538 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastRunning a Statewide Certification Program: Lessons Learned in Idaho with Janet Webb and Lyndy HigginsHere at Certiport, we’re privileged to work with many state education representatives who know and understand the power of career and technical education. The impact of these state leaders is substantial, as they have power to decide what educators can teach in their classroom. One state who has caught the vision of CTE and the power of certification is Idaho. They’ve been running a statewide certification program since 2015, starting first with Microsoft certifications (https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Certifications/Microsoft) and later adding in Adobe Certified Professional (https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Certifications/Adobe/ACP/Overview) as well...2023-03-0830 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastEmpowering EBs with Industry-based Certifications with Anna ZunigaThe number of emergent bilingual (EB) students is on the rise. According to the latest data from the National Center for Education Statistics, over 10% of public-school students across the country speak English as a second language. You likely have a few in your own classroom. How do you make sure their educational experience is as rich and meaningful as students who speak English as their first language? Anna Zuniga is an educator and social-emotional learning consultant in Texas who is actively working to empower EB students. Anna has over 15 years of experience in the classroom, and roughly 90% o...2023-03-0130 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastDiversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Certification with Marjorie DuffyCreating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive classroom requires dedication and effort. But the efforts are well worth the results. California educator, Marjorie Duffy, has seen the results firsthand. Marjorie has been teaching Microsoft apps for over 20 years at Cosumnes River College (CRC) in Sacramento. CRC is one of the most ethnically diverse two-year colleges in the country and Marjorie believes that adding specific, measurable skills to her students’ resumes is an important part of her work. She’s been delighted to be able to offer certification opportunities to her students since 2015. During this episode, we talked...2023-02-2224 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastClosing the Digital Divide with Scott KuchinskyAccording to a 2021 report from the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (https://itif.org/publications/2021/11/29/assessing-state-digital-skills-us-economy/), the United States needs to significantly increase its investment in workforce training, including for digital skills. Their report dove into the abilities of today’s working-age Americans, and the results are shocking. One in six working-age Americans are unable to use email, web search, or other basic digital tools. Closing the divide in digital skills is crucial for American’s financial and workforce future. We were lucky enough to talk about the digital divide with Scott Kuchinsky. Scott is an experienced educa...2023-02-1552 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastTaming Raptors for Engagement in the Classroom with Ed CrutchleoHave you ever walked into your classroom and felt like you were confronting a room of hungry dinosaurs? You’re not alone! You may feel like you have a room full of raptors when all you’re hoping for is a room of sweet “teenage-sauruses”. Ed Crutchleo knows what it’s like and is here to help you tame your classroom raptors and increase course engagement. Ed Crutchleo has over 30 years’ experience in business and industry. His philosophy on teaching is that the relationship with the student is essential to classroom performance. His mission is to “Prepare and equip stude...2023-02-0847 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastThe Four Cs of Workforce Readiness with Jennifer StubblefieldHave you signed up for CERTIFIED Academy: Business yet? If not, this is your sign to register and join us! CERTIFIED Academy: Business is an immersive online professional development program for business educators. This is your chance to learn from your fellow business educators and industry professionals. From now until March, we’ll be hosting training sessions to help you learn from business education experts and industry professionals. Discover new ways of teaching, and dive into available resources for your classroom. Plus, those who register will receive a professional development certificate, allowing you to demonstrate the hours you...2023-02-0127 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastAsk an Adobe Champion: Avery BlanchardAs a teacher, you want to know that the work you do makes a difference. Having students share their experience with certification helps you see the impact you have! During our latest Ask a Champion webinar, we were able to highlight one of our 2022 Adobe Certified Professional US Champions, Avery Blanchard. A current student at Bergen Community College in New Jersey, Avery has been immersed in design throughout her high school years. By attending Rockland BOCES, Avery was able to focus on career and technical education, earning her Adobe Certified Professional certification while still in high school...2023-01-2526 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastEmpowering Black Students with Robert Lee and Dr. Nadine LeBlanc In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we’re re-airing one of our favorite episodes from last year. We hope you enjoy revisiting this crucial and enlightening conversation with some of Chicago’s best. At Certiport, we are determined to help students of color rise to new levels of success and education, while listening and learning from others on the best ways to become true anti-racist advocates. Shifting our classroom and education mindset is crucial to correct racial and economic inequities. For this week’s episode, we had the privilege of sitting down with...2023-01-1842 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastIntroducing the CERTIFIED Academy Program with Ben Lambert and Dominique GousseIt’s 2023 and a new year means new changes here at Certiport. We’re so excited to kick-off the new year with our revamped professional development program. Get ready for CERTIFIED Academy! CERTIFIED Academy is an immersive online professional development program for educators. Combining the best of our former Certiport Academy and Bootcamp programs, CERTIFIED Academy is your chance to learn from your fellow educators and industry professionals and certify your own skills. In this week’s episode, we sit down with our CERTIFIED marketing team: Ben Lambert, Director of Field Marketing; and Dominique Gousse, Corpor...2023-01-1119 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastWomen in EngineeringAccording to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, only 13% of engineers are women. Helping the next generation of female students pursue careers in engineering requires concerted focus and dedication from professionals and educators alike. In this week’s episode, we’re highlighting a panel discussion we hosted with five incredible female engineers: Kaylee Janett, a fourth year chemical engineering student at the University of Idaho; Meridian Haas, a mechanical and aerospace engineering PhD candidate at the University of California at Davis; Samantha Daniels, a Massachusetts Builder Designer with EDM; Natalie Nguyen, Oklahoma Mechanical Engineer with Balon Corporation; and Elowyn Yage...2023-01-0446 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastAsk an Adobe Champion: Salma SanchezAs a teacher, you want to know that the work you do makes a difference. Having students share their experience with certification helps you see the impact you have! During our latest Ask a Champion webinar, we were able to highlight our 2022 Adobe Certified Professional World Champion, Salma Sanchez. Originally from the Dominican Republic, Salma only moved to the United States a couple years ago. However, in her short time in the US, she’s managed to earn multiple Adobe Certified Professional certifications, and take first place in the Adobe Certified Professional World Championship. She’s currently a stu...2022-12-1426 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastEmpowering Girls to Code with Jennifer BrownA recent study by the American Enterprise Institute discovered that less than 20% of computer science graduates are women, a decrease over the last several decades from over 35% in the mid-1980s. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, only 25% of computer and mathematical occupations in the U.S. are held by women, with some job titles, such as computer network architects, going as low as 9%. Preparing today’s female students for careers in IT is of paramount importance. In this episode, we sat down with former coding educator, Jennifer Brown. Jennifer has 18 years’ experience as both an educa...2022-12-0728 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastDecreasing Testing Anxiety with Damiano MastandreaAccording to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, anxiety is on the rise among adolescents. By 2020, 5.6 million young people in the US had been diagnosed with anxiety. And nothing can trigger anxiety like testing day. Peak certification testing season is fast approaching, so we wanted to empower our educators with tactics to decrease your students’ testing anxiety. Our fabulous CERTIFIED Ambassador, Damiano Mastandrea, gives some fabulous suggestions. Damiano Mastrandrea is a Career and Technical Education Director at the Brooklyn STEAM Center. He manages the CTE portfolio of the school to ensure that the...2022-11-3031 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastCreating Engaging Online Classes with Brandy SevinThe COVID-19 pandemic exponentially increased the number of students taking online courses. However, many traditional teaching tactics don’t transfer well to an online environment. If you’re looking for techniques to create an engaging online class, our CERTIFIED Ambassador and veteran educator, Brandy Sevin has some ideas for you. Ms. Brandy B. Sevin is from Raceland, LA, and has been an educator for 24 years. She is currently an Office Systems Instructor and Program Coordinator for Office Systems and Medical Coding for Fletcher Technical Community College in Schriever, LA, and a Professional Virtual Instructor of English and Busin...2022-11-1614 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastGetting to Know our MOS Champions with Tyler MillisWe’re back again with another student success story. And who doesn’t love a little inspiration from their podcast? Having students share their experience with certification helps you see the impact you have! Our Ask a Champion webinar series highlights former Microsoft Office Specialist and Adobe Certified Professional Championship competitors. We talk with them about their experiences at the competition, how their teachers helped them, and how their lives have changed because of their certifications. For those who aren’t familiar with our MOS Championship event, here’s the deal. The Microsoft Office Specialist World Championship presented...2022-11-0931 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastThe Impact of Certification and the Adobe Championship with Acquille Dunkley and Eliot ChangAs a teacher, you want to know that the work you do makes a difference. Having students share their experience with certification helps you see the impact you have! During our latest Adobe Certified Professional Academy webinar, we were able to highlight two former Adobe Certified Professional Championship competitors. Acquille Dunkley found his passion for the arts at 15 years old and has been creating ever since. He migrated to West Palm Beach, Florida, from Jamaica when he was 16. After high school, he moved to Atlanta, Georgia, to pursue a BFA degree at The Savannah College of Art a...2022-11-0228 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastPreparing High Schools Students for the App Economy with Alex LeonardWant to prepare high school students for the App Economy? In this week’s episode, we are highlighting a past webinar we held for Month of Swift. We were privileged to learn from Virginia educator, Alex Leonard. Alex holds a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and a Master's Degree in School Law and Policy Studies, and has been an educator of computer science courses for over 16 years. He’s taught postsecondary and secondary dual enrollment courses in Programming, Game Design, Database Design and Sciences, Cybersecurity, Networking and Web Development and Design. Additionally, he’s taught middle school S...2022-10-2640 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastGetting to Know Our MOS Champions with Juan Manuel Suarez GarciaAs a teacher, you want to know that the work you do makes a difference. Having students share their experience with certification helps you see the impact you have! Our new Ask a Champion webinar series highlights former Microsoft Office Specialist and Adobe Certified Professional Championship competitors. We talk with them about their experiences at the competition, how their teachers helped them, and how their lives have changed because of their certifications. It’s just the shot of inspiration to keep you going! For those who aren’t familiar with our MOS Championship event, here’s the deal. T...2022-10-1932 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastHow to Get Your Students to the Adobe Certified Professional Championship with Jenny MohessThe Adobe Certified Professional World Championship presented by Certiport is a global competition that tests students’ design skills using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Top students are invited to represent their respective countries at the World Championship where they will create a designated design project for Certiport’s chosen nonprofit client. It’s an incredible achievement for students and educators to compete in this fantastic event. However, many teachers are left wondering, “How do I get my students prepared?” Well, wonder no longer! In this week’s episode, we sat down with educator and Adobe Championship veteran, Jenny Mohess...2022-10-1249 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastConnecting and Collaborating with Other Educators with Denise SpenceAs an educator, it’s easy to get into a silo. Having a demanding teaching schedule can make collaborating and connecting with other educators seem impossible. However, those who reach outside the classroom can learn valuable lessons from other educators and expand their available resources. And Denise Spence has the experience to prove it. Denise Spence has been an educator for almost 25 years. She has earned her master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction, emphasis in Instructional Technology. Over the years, Denise has taught the correlated course content and earned various IT certification credentials. Her accomplishments include being...2022-10-0522 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastCreating a Positive Classroom Culture with Abner Soto-HenryAccording to a 2022 study by the CDC, 37% of U.S. high schoolers have faced mental health struggles amid the COVID pandemic. These struggles highlight students’ need for a positive, welcoming environment during the new school year. We couldn’t think of a better guest to discuss positivity than CERTIFIED Ambassador, Abner Soto-Henry. Abner Soto-Henry has taught information technology education for nearly 20 years at the Latin American Youth Center Career Academy, specializing in Microsoft certifications, IC3 Digital Literacy certifications, and CompTIA certifications. In total, Mr. Soto-Henry has more than 24 years of experience in education. Originally from Costa...2022-09-2831 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastTeaching Entrepreneurship and Problem-Solving Skills with Christina DeiblerAccording to research from JP Morgan Chase & Co, over 99 percent of America’s 28.7 million firms are small businesses. In fact, the vast majority (88 percent) of employer firms have fewer than 20 employees. Preparing your students to be effective employees means preparing them to be entrepreneurs. We couldn’t think of a better time to talk about entrepreneurship and design thinking than during our Month of Intuit, happening now! (https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Blog/2022/August/Month-of-Intuit-2022) We sat down with CERTIFIED Ambassador and entrepreneurship guru, Christina Deibler, to discuss entrepreneurship and design-thinking education. Christina Deibler currently teaches Entrep...2022-09-2132 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastBoosting Student Achievement with Katie WatchornThere’s nothing more gratifying as a teacher than watching your student excel. Finding ways to engage and challenge students requires effort and creativity. To help spark some ideas, we brought in Katie Watchorn. Katie is a Digital Business Education Career & Technical Education Instructor at the Sault Area High School’s Career Center. She discovered her passion for teaching while living in Italy, where she taught General/Business English, proofread scientific articles, edited CVs, advised on business presentations, designed email templates, and offered marketing services. She joined her Alma Mater in 2019 with the intention of helping students to di...2022-09-1434 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastThe Impact of Certification in an Urban Community with Tracey SigersAccording to the National Center for Education Statistics, “urban educators report the growing challenges of educating urban youth who are increasingly presenting problems such as poverty, limited English proficiency, family instability, and poor health.” Overcoming these obstacles and educating young people in urban areas can prove challenging. However, Tracey Sigers wants to change the narrative. Rather than look at urban education as challenging and difficult, she wants employers and teachers to see these areas and students as “untapped resources”. Tracey Sigers is the Department Chair of Information Technology at the National Center for Urban Solutions in Columbus, Ohio. Tra...2022-09-0725 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastHow to Get Your Students to the MOS Championship with Patty EckelmanThe Microsoft Office Specialist World Championship presented by Certiport is a global competition that tests students’ skills on Microsoft Office Word, Excel® and PowerPoint®. Top students are invited to represent their respective countries at the MOS World Championship. It’s an incredible achievement for students and educators to compete in this fantastic event. However, many teachers are left wondering, “How do I get my students prepared?” Well, wonder no longer! In this week’s episode, we sat down with educator and MOS Championship veteran, Patty Eckelman. Patty Eckelman is a Business Instructor at Auburn Mountainview High School for the Aubu...2022-08-3150 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastHow to Make Engineering Cool with Greg KingWe’re so happy to be back after our summer hiatus. We’ve missed our wonderful educators and listeners. To kick off the school year, we’re diving into a series of interviews with our CERTIFIED Ambassadors. We’re starting off the school year with Greg King. Greg King is a Computer Assisted Design Instructor at McCann Technical School in North Adams, Massachusetts. Prior to leaping into a teaching career, Greg was a Senior Mechanical Designer/Project Manager for HVAC projects in both the design build and plan-spec marketplace. Greg has been an Autodesk student & user since 1997 with a pr...2022-08-2425 minCertified: Certiport Educator Podcast2022 Certiport CERTIFIED Educator of the Year with Carol YorkCertified: Certiport Educator Podcast will be taking a break for the summer. This is our last episode before our break until we return on August 24th. Thanks for listening and have a great summer! Each year, we have the honor and privilege of selecting an Educator of the Year. The 2022 CERTIFIED Educator of the Year is Carol York. Carol is a Business Education teacher at Cary High school in Cary North Carolina. After many years of experience in private industry, Carol has been teaching for 12 years. She has been teaching project management for 8 ye...2022-07-0720 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastWhy Students Need Project Management with Carol YorkAccording to reports from Burning Glass, nearly 2.3 million job postings in the last year have requested project management skills, which is great news for teachers looking to help their students find jobs immediately upon graduation. Plus, project management instills additional skills such as time management, communication, and teamwork; all soft skills that are highly demanded by today’s employers. In this episode, we sat down with one of our amazing CERTIFIED Ambassadors, Carol York. Carol York is a Business Education teacher at Cary High school in Cary North Carolina. After many years of experience in Private industry, Ca...2022-06-0818 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastIntroducing the CERTIFIED AmbassadorsBack in February, we sent out a call to have educators apply to become CERTIFIED Ambassadors. We wanted to create a group of education experts that you can connect with for support and ideas all year round! We received hundreds of applications, and it was incredibly difficult to choose only ten. After much deliberation, we’re proud to present our CERTIFIED Ambassadors for 2022. Stay tuned for future podcast episodes, blog posts, and CERTIFIED Educator Community content from these incredible educators. Get ready to meet our CERTIFIED Ambassadors at the CERTIFIED Educator Conference in Dallas on June 2...2022-06-0111 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastWhy Students Need Computational Thinking Skills with Damiano Mastandrea and Tracey SigersAs part of our IT Specialist Academy training, we held a webinar addressing computational thinking. This one was so good, that we just had to share it here as well. We were lucky enough to feature two of our new CERTIFIED Ambassadors on this episode: Tracey Sigers and Damiano Mastandrea. Tracey Sigers is the Department Chair of Information Technology at the National Center for Urban Solutions in Columbus, Ohio. Tracey holds an MBA with an emphasis in technology leadership, a bachelor’s degree in information technology, and an associate degree in technology. Tracey has twenty years of bus...2022-05-2532 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastTechnology and Creative Education with Rob DuarteTechnology is pervasive in every aspect of life, including art and creative education. Artist and educator, Rob Duarte, has seen the impact of technology on creators firsthand. Rob is an Associate Profession in the Department of Art at Florida State University, teaching courses in sculpture, digital fabrication, physical computing, and mechatronic art. He also serves as Co-Director of the FSU Facility for Arts Research and Director of the REBOOT laboratory. He earned an MFA in Visual Arts from the University of California San Diego, a BFA in Sculpture from the Massachusetts College of Art & Design, a...2022-05-1840 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastThe CERTIFIED Experience with Kim Kayser2022-05-1119 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastThe CERTIFIED Experience with Tommy Demos and Eric CornishAfter two (very) long years of hiatus, we’re so happy that CERTIFIED 2022 will be back as an in-person event! For many of us, it’s been a while since we’ve been able to attend an in-person conference. We wanted to give everyone a refresher on what you can expect at our annual CERTIFIED Educator Conference. For this episode, we sat down with Tommy Demos and Eric Cornish, two of our esteemed CERTIFIED alumni. Eric Cornish is a full-time design Professor based in Miami, Florida. Professor Cornish is an active design professional and educator for nearly 20 years...2022-05-0429 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastHow MOS Certification Has Impacted My CareerMicrosoft certification gives students and workforce candidates the power to chart their own course, fulfill their ambition, and realize their potential. In this episode, we sat down with students who earned their MOS certifications and educators who teach MOS in their classroom. We discussed how MOS certification impacts students in the classroom, and in their careers. Covering everything from confidence to helping companies save thousands of dollars, we know you’ll be on the MOS bandwagon after listening to this episode, which comes from a pre-recorded webinar. Meet our guests! Ashley Masters was a two-time co...2022-04-2731 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastHelping Students Contextualize their Skills and Experience with Dr. Krystal RawlsEducation is the scaffolding around which students can build a successful life. However, students and young people often don’t see the big picture. Educators, particularly in the CTE space, need to connect students’ experiences more explicitly with relevant job roles and future career pathways. But how do you open your students’ eyes to the skills they have and the future jobs they can pursue? Offering context and integrating your classroom with the workforce is crucial. In this episode, we were privileged to discuss skills contextualization with Dr. Krystal Rawls. Dr. Rawls is the designer of the Workfor...2022-04-2027 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastPreparing for the MCE Certification with Jennifer StubblefieldThe Microsoft Certified Educator (MCE) program is a professional development program that bridges the gap between technology skills and innovative teaching. Microsoft provides educators with the tools needed to prepare for the Microsoft Certified Educator exam. In this episode, we discussed MCE with Jennifer Stubblefield, 2019 Certiport Educator of the Year, KY Business Educator, KBEA President, and Certiport’s new Customer Success Manager. We talked through the 21st Century Learning Design curriculum and how you can prepare for your Microsoft Certified Educator exam. You can access the MCE curriculum (for free!) from Microsoft here: https://docs.microsoft.com/en...2022-04-1323 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastGetting to Know the Coding in Minecraft Program with Jennifer BrownIt’s no secret that employers are increasingly looking for employees with coding skills. In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, advanced coding and tech jobs such as software development are expected to grow 22% over the next decade. Preparing students with coding skills is no longer optional. Now, there are educators out there who know everything about coding—and then there’s the rest of us—asked to teach coding because we’ve had limited exposure to coding in some form. So, how does someone who’s not an expert teach coding like a genius? Co...2022-04-0619 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastUnleash Your Students’ Creativity with Design ThinkingCreativity is consistently one of the top requested job skills. However, creativity is not an end unto itself. Companies are looking for creative individuals because they think of new and out of the box ways to solve problems and improve the companies in which they work. Design thinking can help students use creativity to solve problems in the workplace and beyond. Design for Delight is Intuit’s version of design thinking, a method of creative problem solving that focuses on the need to create better products and experiences. Design thinking is an in-demand business skill and a po...2022-03-3029 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastTransitioning from Industry to Education with Mike TylerIt’s not an uncommon trend, professionals deciding they want to pay it forward and use their knowledge to teach the next generation. However, if you’re a professional diving back into the classroom, it may feel overwhelming. In this episode, we sat down with professional engineer turned educator, Mike Tyler. Mike started his career as an electrical engineer. When his son started school, Mike noticed the lack of STEM resources and teaching available in Chicago. Inspired to make a change, Mike decided to go back to school to study education and use his skills to improve the s...2022-03-2321 minCertified: Certiport Educator PodcastFlipping Your Classroom: Letting Your Students Guide the Course with Dr. Toinette FlowersThe flipped classroom movement started back in 2007, with many valuable benefits for teachers and students. Teachers spend less time introducing new topics, students develop independent learning skills, and teachers can provide a more tailored classroom experience for their students. However, many teachers remain hesitant about this pedagogical approach. In this week’s episode, we get into the nitty-gritty of the flipped classroom with Dr. Toinette Flowers. Dr. Flowers is a long-time educator at Simeon Career Academy in Chicago. Her foray into teaching started with a class in web design but has now blossomed into so much more. Fin...2022-03-1630 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastMeet the PMI Project Management Ready™ Certification with Ty Palmer and Nicole WhiteheadProject Management Institute® (PMI) is the world's leading association for those who consider project, program or portfolio management their profession. PMI has a portfolio of certifications for project management professionals, but knew they wanted to offer a chance for students to get involved in project management while still in school. That’s where the PMI Project Management Ready™ certification comes in. The PMI Project Management Ready™ certification is a way for students to immerse themselves in the project management industry and connect with this passionate community of professionals. As part of Month of PMI, we wanted to introduc...2022-03-0915 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastEntrepreneurship in the Classroom and Beyond with Jennifer StubblefieldEntrepreneurial spirit is growing across the United States. In fact, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, 5.4 million new business applications were filed in 2021, a new record over 2020’s 4.4 million applications. Unfortunately, most schools don’t have courses in entrepreneurship, so most students don’t learn about being an entrepreneur until college or even when they decide to start their own company. With an ever-changing economic landscape, it’s more important now than ever to teach students these skills before they leave the classroom behind. In this episode, we’re bringing in veteran teacher Jennifer Stubblefield...2022-03-0234 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastIntroducing the CERTIFIED Ambassador Program with Ben Lambert and Matt RichardsDo you run a successful certification program? Are you an innovative teacher who loves to go above and beyond the call of duty? Is your school forging new paths or setting new standards in excellence that you just can't wait to tell others about? Then it’s time for you to become a CERTIFIED Ambassador. In this week’s episode, we sit down with our CERTIFIED marketing team: Ben Lambert, Director of Field Marketing; and Matt Richards, Senior Field Marketing Manager. We talk about the history of Certiport’s CERTIFIED program, and why we’re so excited about th...2022-02-2316 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastEmpowering Black Students with Robert Lee and Dr. Nadine LeBlancHappy Black History Month from Certiport! At Certiport, we are determined to help students of color rise to new levels of success and education, while listening and learning from others on the best ways to become true anti-racist advocates. Shifting our classroom and education mindset is crucial to correct racial and economic inequities. For this week’s episode, we had the privilege of sitting down with two amazing professionals from the Chicago Public School system: Dr. Nadine LeBlanc and Robert “Rob” Lee. Dr. Nadine L. Leblanc’s professional career spans more than 25 years as an educ...2022-02-1644 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastCreating an Entrepreneurship Ecosystem with Amber Ravenscroft and Joe KappDid you know that National Entrepreneurship Week is right around the corner? That’s right! National Entrepreneurship Week is a non-partisan, congressionally chartered initiative founded in 2006 that takes place the third week of February annually. The National Entrepreneurship Week team is dedicated to creating a rich network of partners that engage, educate, and build equitable access to America's Entrepreneurship Ecosystem. We were lucky enough to sit down with two members of National Eship Week team: Amber Ravenscroft and Joe Kapp. Mrs. Amber Ravenscroft serves as Co-Chair of National Entrepreneurship Week and Manager of Innovation for The...2022-02-0936 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastCertifying Entrepreneurship Skills with Certiport’s ESB TeamAccording to the U.S. Census Bureau, 5.4 million new business applications were filed in 2021. This is a record year for the entrepreneurial spirit, which is great news for your students. Whether your students are starting a bakery or launching the next billion-dollar startup, our Entrepreneurship and Small Business (ESB) certification validates a students' understanding of core business principles, including the essentials needed to launch and maintain a successful business. In this week’s episode, we sat down with our entire ESB certification team to talk about why entrepreneurship education is crucial for future economic growth, how ESB cer...2022-02-0230 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastPreparing Students to Communicate in the Workplace with Tasha Scott and Scott ChabotLooking for messaging to reinforce the value of communication skills with your students? In our final CSB Academy webinar, we talked with two amazing HR professionals: Tasha Scott and Scott Chabot. Tasha is a Global Talent Acquisition Manager and Manager for the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program at Pearson. In her Global Talent Acquisition Manager position, she leads and learn from 20+ amazing recruiters and talent professionals in Sri Lanka, India, Greater China, South Africa, Australia, and UK. Tasha has a master’s degree in Human Resources Management from Lindenwood University. Our second panelist is Scott Cha...2022-01-2632 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastDive into the CSB English for IT Certification Exam with Shawn MoonEmployers around the world are demanding English proficiency and are rewarding employees with English skills. According to a report by Cambridge Assessment, companies provide faster progression through job grades, salary increases, and more senior roles to employees with English communication skills. Certiport is dedicated to helping people succeed through certification, and we are thrilled to announce the newest certification in the Communication Skills for Business portfolio: the CSB English for IT certification. The Communication Skills for Business (CSB) English for IT exam validates a candidate’s ability to work in an IT setting or in an entry-level IT...2022-01-1922 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastCreativity in Teaching Communication with Jennifer StubblefieldYou know when something is so good, you just want to tell everyone about it? That’s how we felt about our latest CSB Academy webinar with Jennifer Stubblefield. We couldn’t keep this one to ourselves, so we wanted to make sure our listeners had a chance to get Jennifer’s advice. Jennifer Stubblefield is Certiport’s new Customer Success Manager, current KBEA President, a former KY business educator, and the 2019 CERTIFIED Educator of the Year. Plus, she’s the face and voice behind the LearnKey Communication Skills for Business curriculum. We got a peek inside Jennifer’s...2022-01-1232 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastPreparing Young People for College and Career Success with Damiano Mastrandrea“It’s important that we design with and not for our students.” We love this nugget of truth from Damiano Mastrandrea, CTE Director at the Brooklyn STEAM Center. Unfortunately, in many instances, educational systems fail the very young people they are designed to serve. So what can you do to change the narrative? How can you make your classroom a place where young people thrive and grow? Damiano has some ideas. Damiano works tirelessly managing the CTE portfolio of the Brooklyn STEAM Center’s five programs, to ensure that they are highly relevant and rigorous and manages the work...2022-01-0533 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastHelp Your Students Build the Best Resumes with James BoshierStudents shouldn’t leave their CTE programs without a polished and professional resume. It’s impossible to transition to the workforce without one. Building a resume can require some handholding and lots of advice. So we brought in our expert, James Boshier, to help give you all the steps you need to help your students build a fantastic resume. James is the Head of Product Success at Resume-Library. As Head of Product, he owns the Resume-Library roadmap and works out what new features are added to the site. In this episode, James gives advice on building and polish...2021-12-1537 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastCreating Unique Career Pathways for Your Students Using Certification with Serge TreygerWhat are your students’ dream jobs? Maybe cybersecurity, drone programming, web development, and video game design? With those destinations in mind, what are the directions to get there? Serge Treyger, Broward County Public School’s Career and Technical Education Curriculum Facilitator, shares how initiatives and partnerships with the business sector in his district, and industry recognized certifications created pathways to student success. He will show how career and workplace learning opportunities are built through business and industry partnerships. Find out how you can give students a clear road map to follow their passions and achieve career success. Serg...2021-12-0828 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastMeet the Autodesk Certified User Certification Program with Tanner MorrisAutodesk’s mission is to empower innovators with design and make technology so they can achieve the new possible. Since your students are the innovators and creators of tomorrow, it’s important to empower them with skills they’ll need to succeed. That’s where the Autodesk Certified User program comes in. The Autodesk Certified User (ACU) certification is an industry-recognized credential that can effectively start students’ careers as designers, engineers, and makers. In this episode, we were able to chat with Tanner Morris. Tanner Morris is Certiport’s Product Manager over the Autodesk Certified User program. At the end o...2021-12-0122 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastSocial-Emotional Learning in the CTE Classroom with Dr. Damien SweeneyCareer and Technical Education is all about helping students find a meaningful and fulfilling career pathway that aligns with their skills and passions. But before students can discover what they want to do with their lives, they need to discover who they are. That is where social-emotional learning comes into play. Dr. Damien Sweeney is a social-emotional learning expert and currently serves as the Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the Kentucky Department of Education. Sweeney is also an adjunct professor at the University of the Cumberlands and Spalding University. With a passion for change agency a...2021-11-1733 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastSharing the Power of Microsoft Certifications with Kathy SchmitIf we could choose a press agent for Microsoft certifications, it would be Kathy Schmit. Kathy is a 10-year veteran teacher with 25 years of firsthand experience applying Microsoft products in the business industry, now serving as the statewide Actualization Manager for CCI Learning, for the WA legislatively funded Microsoft certification support team. Kathy entered the Career and Technical Education field to prepare students for the rigors and realities of the work world. Having been passed over for workplace advancement because she lacked certification or college credentials, she understands the importance and value of certification. Kathy taught Microsoft...2021-11-1046 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastReflections from Creative Professionals with Kai Charvet, Natalie Palumbo, and Sarah KimGreat minds don’t always think alike, or even approach their careers in the same way. And that’s okay! For this week’s episode, we’re sharing the audio from our latest Adobe Certified Professional Academy webinar. We were privileged to sit down with three fabulous creative professionals: A graphic designer, Kai Charvet; a motion graphics artist, Natalie Palumbo; and a UI/UX designer, Sarah Kim. Together we discussed their pathways to success, how they see their fields changing, and what they wish they would’ve known before starting their careers. You can see all our Adobe Cert...2021-11-0352 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastCreativity and the Adobe Certified Professional Certification with Tacy TrowbridgeIn 2020, creativity was the most highly demanded soft-skill by employers. And the demand for creativity isn’t expected to go down anytime soon. But how can educators bring creativity and fresh ideas to their classroom? There’s no one better to discuss creativity than Tacy Trowbridge (on Twitter, @tacytrow). Tacy is a lifelong educator and learning enthusiast whose passion is inspiring learners in all stages of learning, giving them a voice and empowering them to develop essential skills. Today, she drives thought leadership and advocacy for Adobe’s Global Education Team and is the host of The Creativ...2021-10-2728 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastEquity in Computer Science Education with Julia FloresThe computer science field is exploding! According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job opportunities in computer science (CS) are expected to grow 22% over the next decade, much higher than other industry’s projected growth percentages. While this growth presents amazing opportunities for many, some populations are less likely to benefit. Black, Latinx, and female professionals are underrepresented in computer science today. According to 2020 survey data, only 25.2% of computing occupations are held by women, dropping even lower for Blacks (9.1%) and Latinx (8.4%). We were privileged to be able to discuss this issue with Julia Flores. Julia was born and...2021-10-2031 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastA CTE Vision for the Future with Advance CTE’s Kate KreamerAs an educator, you have a vision for your students. You know their potential, what they can accomplish, and the amazing careers they have ahead of them. You just need everyone else (parents, principals, district administrators) to catch your vision. Advance CTE is here to help. Advance CTE is a non-profit organization that supports state CTE leadership to advance high-quality and equitable career and technical education policies, programs, and pathways that ensure career and college success for each learner. In this episode, we were privileged enough to sit down with Advance CTE’...2021-10-1336 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastCertification Around the World: Indonesia with Stephanie SeputraCertiport is dedicated to helping people succeed through certification. Our globally recognized credentials are aimed at enhancing individual productivity, marketability, and value. These credentials benefit candidates around the world. At Certiport, we rely on a network of partners to promote and distribute our exams outside the United States. MyEduSolve, our partner in Indonesia, is doing amazing work to prepare individual job seekers and students for valuable employment and education opportunities. In this episode, we sat down with Stephanie Seputra, Founder of MyEduSolve, to talk about the value of certification in Indonesia, what students are doing wi...2021-10-0617 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastInspiring Female Students to Pursue Careers in Technology with Ashley Masters and Sydney BerryAccording to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, only 25% of computer and mathematical occupations in the U.S. are held by women, with some job titles, such as computer network architects, going as low as 9%. There are many reasons why this gender disparity exists, and true and lasting change will require participation across society. At Certiport, we are committed to helping close the gender technology gap. In this episode, we sat down with two amazing female tech professionals: Ashley Masters and Sydney Berry. Ashley is a Business Program Manager at Microsoft and MBA candidate at Washington State University. S...2021-09-2929 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastBuilding the Bridge Between the Classroom and the Workforce with Denise SpenceMost high school students can’t say their after-school job is Network Administrator, or Systems Administrator. But not all students are lucky enough to learn from Denise Spence. Denise has been an educator for almost 25 years. Over the years, Denise has taught IT course content and earned various IT certification credentials. She knows the value of IT skills in the workforce and has established a flourishing certification program at Dunbar High School. Through her relentless efforts, high school students secure IT experience that most students don’t get until after college. We feel lucky that Denise...2021-09-2226 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastTeaching on a Navajo Reservation with Traci JonesEvery teacher faces barriers in the classroom: Keeping students engaged, managing lesson plans, gathering budget for needed resources. But what do you do when the barriers go well beyond the classroom? What if your students didn’t have running water? Or Internet access? Or had to ride hours on the bus just to get to school? Traci Jones works with students who face barriers like this every day. Traci serves as a Business Management Teacher for the Pinon Unified School District #4, primarily working with high school students. Her enthusiasm and optimism cannot be deterred, and she’s using...2021-09-1540 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastTackling Barriers for a Successful School Year with Jennifer StubblefieldThe school year has already begun, which means many of you educators already have to-do lists a mile long. To make sure you have your best school year yet, we brought in our favorite expert: Jennifer Stubblefield, 2019 Certiport Educator of the Year, KY Business Educator, KBEA President, and Certiport’s new Customer Success Manager. Jennifer gave us the authentically bold picture of the barriers educators face today, and her advice for the best ways to tackle them. Let’s just say, you’ll leave this episode ready to crush any hurdle that comes into your path this school...2021-09-0833 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastEvaluating Certification Efficacy with Emily LaiOver the last several months, we collaborated with the team at Pearson to dive into the efficacy of the Microsoft Office Specialist certification program. We wanted to make sure we’re offering candidates an effective measure of their skills and knowledge. In this episode, we sat down with Emily Lai, Vice President of Learning Impact Measurement from Pearson, to talk more about the Microsoft Office Specialist efficacy report. Emily leads a team of researchers to help analyze the impact of Pearson products and services on learner outcomes, such as learning experience, engagement, course completion, performance, and progression int...2021-09-0124 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastPreparing Future Accountants with Sean DuncanAccounting skills are in high demand. According to statistics from Burning Glass, over 1.3 million job postings requested accountings skills in the last twelve months. However, not all accounting skills are created equally. In this episode we sat down with Sean Duncan, President of SMD Consulting & Accounting, LLC, to discuss the skills tomorrow’s accountants need to be successful, how the accounting industry is changing, and what accounting educators can do to better prepare their students for future careers. You can connect with Sean and the SMD Consulting and Accounting team here: https://smdaccounting.com/. If...2021-08-2533 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastHow to Have a Successful Testing Day with Josh SommerBack-to-school season is practically upon us. Many educators haven’t been back in the classroom since the COVID-19 pandemic struck in spring of 2020. Most likely, proctoring exams and updating your computer lab is top of mind. We’re here to make sure you and your students have successful testing experiences. In this week’s episode, we sat down with Josh Sommer, Director of Certiport Support to talk through setting up your testing center, proctoring advice, and how to connect with Certiport Tech Support if you hit a wall. Josh mentioned quite a few resources in this w...2021-08-1821 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastBreak into the World of IT with Shawn MoonInformation technology is a rapidly growing field, but it can be tough for students to master advanced technologies without proper foundational knowledge. Enter Information Technology Specialist certification. The IT Specialist program is aimed at candidates who are considering or just beginning a path to a career in information technology. Students can certify their knowledge in a broad range of IT topics, including software development, database administration, networking and security, mobility and device management, and coding. In this episode we sat down with Shawn Moon, Certiport’s Program Manager for the IT Specialist certification program to get all th...2021-08-1123 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastMeet Swift: Apple's Coding Certification with Sabrina BeckSwift is a robust and intuitive programming language created by Apple. It’s easy to learn, simple to use, and super powerful — which makes it a great language for first time coders and full time developers. In this episode we sat down with Sabrina Beck, Certiport’s Program Manager for the Swift certification program to talk all things Swift, what’s covered on the new certification exams, and what resources are available for teachers looking to bring Xcode into their classroom. You can learn more about App Development with Swift certification at www.certiport.com/apple. Ad...2021-08-0423 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastBuilding a Successful Digital Literacy Program with Abner Soto-Henry, Karen Johnson-Maloney, and Amanda DeebrahAre you trying to build a digital literacy program at your school? Then this episode is for you! Get perspective from fellow educators Abner Soto-Henry, Karen Johnson-Maloney, and Amanda Deebrah about the value of digital literacy in today’s job market, how to get your students excited about these skills, and the new IC3 Digital Literacy GS6 curriculum and exam. Learn what it’s been like to implement the courseware, how students are responding, and best practices for the coming school year. About our guests: Amanda Deebrah grew up and still lives in NYC. She gradu...2021-07-2828 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastFunding Your CTE Program with Nicole WhiteheadFunding for educators is always an issue. Getting budget for your certification program can be challenging. In this week’s episode, we sat down with Nicole Whitehead, Associate Product Manager at Certiport to discuss ways to fund your CTE program. We discuss everything from Perkins Funding to donations from your city’s Chamber of Commerce, and more. Nicole gives you practical advice for securing the budget you need to certify your students. You can connect with Nicole on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-whitehead-61a023125/) for additional assistance with your funding needs. Get all the d...2021-07-2122 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastThe Importance of Entrepreneurship Education with Henry Mack, Kiara Slaton and James WilcoxWe hope you enjoy this discussion with three entrepreneurship experts. You’ll get to hear from Kiara Slaton who is the Entrepreneur Educator from Palm Beach Gardens Community High School, James Wilcox who is the Director of the University of Southern Mississippi Center for Economic and Entrepreneurship Education, and Henry Mack who is Chancellor of the Florida Department of Education. You can learn more about all these guests in their bios below. Please enjoy this episode as they discuss their experiences and expertise about teaching entrepreneurship. Kiara Slaton is a Doctoral Candidate and business Instructor, com...2021-07-1431 min
Certified: Certiport Educator Podcast2021 Certiport CERTIFIED Educator of the Year with Abner Soto-HenryIn this episode, we had the privilege of interviewing our 2021 Certiport CERTIFIED Educator of the Year Abner Soto-Henry. His love for education and his students is truly inspiring. He talks about his story and journey to becoming an educator. We also chat about some of the challenges with his unique teaching and his advice to help other educators in similar situations as him. Abner Soto-Henry has taught information technology education for nearly 20 years at the Latin American Youth Center Career Academy, specializing in Microsoft certifications, IC3 Digital Literacy certifications, and CompTIA certifications. In total, Mr. Soto-Henry has m...2021-07-0730 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastCreativity, Equity, and Student SuccessWelcome to a special extended episode. For this session, we interviewed education experts from the school, district, and state levels. Together they shared strategies to expand access to creative learning and discussed how to set all students up for success. Our guest host, Tacy Trowbridge, Adobe’s Global Education Programs leader, sat down with three special guests: Dr. Lauren Lampron, Principal of SouthWest Edgecombe High School in North Carolina; Amanda Vigil, Career Pathway Specialist of the San Francisco Unified School District; and Rick Kennedy, Instructional Technology Coordinator of the Idaho State Department of Education. Interested in...2021-06-301h 03
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastReflections of a Microsoft Office Specialist World Champion with Ryan CatalfuIf you haven’t heard of Ryan Catalfu, we need to chat. Ryan Catalfu is no stranger to certification. Over the course of his high school career, Ryan was able to earn 20 industry certifications. Ryan’s now close to graduating from North Carolina State University with a degree in computer science and spent his second summer interning at Microsoft. Take a journey through Ryan’s past and find out why certification is more than just a line on his resume. You can read more about Ryan here: https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Blog/2020/May/MOS-and-Internal-Growth 2021-06-3022 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastReal Talk: Teaching through the Pandemic with Miranda ColeTeaching is hard enough, but teaching through a global pandemic? Come on! As we emerged from the COVID-19 craziness, we sat down with Florida teacher, Miranda Cole. Miranda gave us the real picture of what it was like to teach through COVID, what she learned, and lessons she wants to bring into the future. If you’re looking for the silver lining from teaching through a pandemic, or if you just want to hear someone who gets it, this episode is for you. Get all the details about Certiport here: https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/ Want to...2021-06-3023 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastWhat is Certiport with David WatkinsAre you new to the world of certification? New to Certiport? Happy to meet you! In this episode, we sit down with David Watkins, Certiport’s Director of Product Management. Learn about Certiport’s history, our model for certification success, and our new “My Pathway” resources to help students find their path to certified success. Get all the details about our “My Pathway” resources here: https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Blog/2021/February/Do-You-Know-Your-Pathway Learn more about Certiport here: https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/2021-06-3024 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastCERTIFIED: Certiport Educator Podcast IntroBack in 2015, Certiport launched the very first CERTIFIED Educator Conference, to help teachers understand the power of certification in their classroom. However, we realized that we could do so much more to support all you technology educators in the amazing work that you do. We wanted to transform CERTIFIED from a three-day event into a community that is available year-round. And that’s how the Certiport Educator Podcast was borne. Get all the details about Certiport here: https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/ Find out more about our CERTIFIED Educator Conference here: https://certified.certiport.com...2021-06-2506 min
Certified: Certiport Educator PodcastWelcome to CERTIFIED: Certiport Educator PodcastBack in 2015, Certiport launched the very first CERTIFIED Educator Conference, to help teachers understand the power of certification in their classroom. However, we realized that we could do so much more to support all you technology educators in the amazing work that you do. We wanted to transform CERTIFIED from a three-day event into a community that is available year-round. And that’s how the Certiport Educator Podcast was borne. Get all the details about Certiport here: https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/ Find out more about our CERTIFIED Educator Conference here: https://certi...2021-06-2504 min