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Middle School MattersMSM 663: Making the Lunch Ladies Cry Summary: Shawn and Troy talk about DHMO, student conferences, and more. Dave buzzes about the bees. Jokes: What is the leading cause of dry skin? Towels According to this BMI chart, I need to grow a lot taller. If Watson isn’t the most famous doctor in the world… Then Who is. Scottie always finds fastening two pieces of metal together to be riveting. Good bread dough always rises to the occasion. I taught a creative writing class at a prison. It had i...2025-05-2458 min

Teaching with TechThe Omega: A Tribute to the OG CreatorsIn this, the last installment of the Teach With Tech Podcast, we invite back three former MLTI Ambassadors for a nostalgic conversation. Rob Dominick, Tracy Williamson and Joshua Schmidt return to the podcast and share their experiences with creating the podcast and with its evolution. Along with sharing what they’re up to these days, the three former Ambassadors and current Ambassador, Jeff Ireland, talk about an array of subjects including their favorite podcasts, both personal and educational. A reminder that in early March is the MLTI Virtual Student Conference, also known as The Maine Winter Classic. Pleas...2025-01-2023 min

Teaching with TechActing Up: ACTEM Conference TeaserIn Episode 28 of the Teaching With Tech Podcast, the Ambassadors will be sharing with listeners a bit about the organization known as ACTEM. ACTEM’s purpose and role will be discussed along with its fall conference on the 10th and 11th of October. Along with this discussion will be audio clips sharing brief “elevator speeches” about the presentations being given by both current and former team members. If you have feedback about this episode or you’re just curious how the team can support you and your school - please contact the MLTI (Maine Learning Technology Initiative) and LTT (Learni...2024-10-0316 min

Teaching with TechNew Faces, New Initiatives During our first episode of the 24/25 school year, we will be welcoming our new cadre of MLTI Ambassadors. Each will share a brief audio clip introducing themselves. Learning Specialist Jon Graham will interview Kern Kelley about a new concept in PD called CommutePD where educators can earn contact hours while commuting to and from school (or wherever). Co-Hosts Chris and AJ will share with listeners the fall conference schedule and topics that our team will be presenting. 2nd Year Ambassador Donna Netzer interviews Tim Reynolds of the Washington County Education Consortium about the upcoming regional and virtual PD c...2024-09-2614 min

Teaching with TechCapitol Connections - Reading Round Up 2024The 34th annual Reading Round Up of Children's & Young Adult Literature was held at the Augusta Civic Center in May. More than 350 librarians and educators from around the state came together to learn and network. Recognition awards, book awards and a lifetime achievement award were all given out. Host Jon Graham spoke with a number of librarians at the Conference. If you want to learn more about this event or other Maine State Library services, please go to maine.gov/msl. Mobile friendly archive of every episode of the show:https://t.co/jHfsnavNm6 2024-08-2317 min

Teaching with TechSocial Media SafetyIn this episode, Ambassadors Chris Beckwith and AJ Rog talk about how Social Media impacts the classroom and ways educators might address Social Media safety with their students. AJ interviews Tali Horowitz of Common Sense Education. Chris also shares information from a teacher in the field and his experiences with how Social Media can impact daily classroom activities. Finally, our outgoing Ambassadors share thoughts about their two-year term. Please feel free to reach out to us with questions or ideas at ⁠DOE-LTT@maine.gov 2024-06-1028 min

Teaching with TechThe MLTI Student ConferenceIn this episode, Ambassadors Chris Beckwith and Donna Netzer talk about the upcoming 2024 MLTI Student Conference at the University of Maine on May 23rd. They interview Jon Graham, Emma Banks and Jonathan Werner to gather some background about the conference as well as some tips and tricks for making the day go smoothly. Also in the episode are the MLTI Ambassadors sharing a little about their presentations at the conference. Please feel free to reach out to us with questions or ideas at DOE-LTT@maine.gov Link to map of UMaine campus: Map of UM...2024-05-0123 min

Teaching with TechThe MOOSE MethodThe MLTI Team is excited to announce the release of a new spinoff series, called Capitol Connections. These episodes will examine projects and teams throughout the Maine Department of Education, showcasing how they are transforming learning for students throughout Maine. The goal of Capitol Connections is to shine a light on some of this great work while hearing from the people who make it possible. For our inaugural episode, we are exploring MOOSE (Maine Online Open Source Education) with the MOOSE team. We will hear from team leaders, Kristen Shaw, Andrew Doak, and Stephanie Connors, along with an interview...2024-03-2923 min

Teaching with TechMLTI Ambassadors: Nearing the End of Year 3In this episode, we talk about the MLTI Ambassador position and provide information for people who are interested in applying for the next two-year cycle as part of our team as distinguished educators with the Maine Department of Education. If you wanted to learn more about the position, check out our episode from Season 1 of the Teaching With Tech podcast called “What are MLTI Ambassadors?”https://open.spotify.com/episode/68GyU3whjEyKo8tfOIZohA?si=YiaLCd6nRDWb2jEdYiMVMA MLTI Ambassador job description: https://www.maine.gov/doe/sites/maine.gov.doe/f...2024-03-2640 min

Teaching with TechCommunity Corner - Maine FIRST Lego League Championship 2024Show Notes The Maine State FIRST LEGO League Challenge Championship 2024 was held at the Brewer Community School in February. More than two dozen teams from around the state came together to test their robots on the competition floor, show their innovation projects to judges and try to capture the Champion’s Award (and a chance to go to the national event in Houston). Host Jon Graham spoke with MLTI Ambassadors Joshua Schmidt and Jeff Ireland (who were judges at the event), Jamee Luce (Senior Mentor for FIRST Robotics in Maine and Coach of FRC Team 2648) and Geoff Cy...2024-03-0628 min

Teaching with TechThe MLTI Virtual Student ConferenceThe MLTI Student Conference has a rich history of creating valuable learning experiences for students all over Maine. And like many events, the Covid-19 pandemic forced an immediate and drastic shift. Starting in May of 2020, the event turned virtual, using innovative strategies to keep the spirit of the conference alive while continuing to provide high-quality and engaging learning experiences for students. As the virtual conference has grown, it’s also evolved. This year, the MLTI and Learning Through Technology Teams here at the Maine Department of Education are excited to announce something new. Rather than asynchronous, virtual sessions, the co...2024-02-2926 min

Cool Tools401: Kern KelleyKern Kelley is a Technology Integrator at Maine School Unit #19. Starting his teaching career in New Zealand, he has provided support to educators for over two decades and conducted professional development across the globe. He advises a student produced technology show for the Maine Department of Education at MLTI.me and brings his student presenters, the Student Leadership Ambassadors of Maine to numerous conferences around the world and authored the Google Apps Guidebook. TOOLS: 0:00 – Intro 0:45 – Air Rocket Launcher Educational Kit 9:44 – Creality CR-30 3D Mill Infinite Z Belt Printer 16:33 – GoPro Hero 10 (used with High Altitude Balloon...2024-02-1632 min

Teaching with TechLive Well, Teach WellIn this episode, the MLTI team continues their conversation on prioritizing wellness. Joshua talks with AJ and Jeff about social media’s effect on student mental health, and they describe two tools that provide immediate resources for teachers to broach that conversation carefully and effectively. Gwyneth and Nicole have an interview with Eric Hanson, assistant superintendent of Old Orchard Beach Schools, RSU 23, about their professional development strategies that focus on improving teacher health and wellness. Finally, Donna and Martha chat about a professional development workshop called Teacher Wellness and Mindfulness: Engaging Students with Your Presence. This episode al...2024-02-0237 min

Teaching with TechTeacher Wellness and ToolsIn this episode the Maine Learning Technology Team (MLTI) and Learning Through Technology (LTT) Team discuss the topic of teacher wellness. Because this topic is so wide-ranging, the team split the discussion into five segments. Joshua Schmidt and Chris Beckwith discuss augmented reality and virtual reality and how those tools can impact both physical and mental wellbeing. Nicole Karod and Martha Thibodeau explore artificial intelligence tools and how they can save teachers time. AJ Rog and Jeff Ireland chat about some tech tools that can promote physical wellbeing and even save some money for Maine educators. Tracy Williamson and...2024-01-1938 min

Teaching with TechBits and Conversations on AI: Tools, the ElevAtIon Summit and the Road AheadIn this episode the Maine Learning Technology Team (MLTI) and Learning Through Technology (LTT) Team continue their discussion on artificial intelligence and its place in the classroom. We will hear from the entire ambassador team on tools we have found useful in our professional and personal lives as well as our thoughts on AI in general with some advice for anyone who is just starting out on their AI journey. Joshua Schmidt interviews Andy Wallace, Technology Director from South Portland Schools and president of METDA (Maine Educational Technology Directors Association) along with Mike Arsenault, Technology Director from Yarmouth Schools...2023-12-2328 min

Teaching with TechKeeping it Human: AI's Secret Ingredient This month we are returning to the topic of artificial intelligence and its role in the classroom. Last season, we published two episodes with the major goal of defining artificial intelligence - both what it is and what it isn’t. We explored AI as a thought partner for educators, as a tool to save time but also as a way to increase productivity or creativity. This season, we wanted to explore the ways that artificial intelligence has evolved over the last year. While the technology consistently grows in power and flexibility, it makes conversations around pr...2023-12-1338 min

Teaching with TechGetting Real With Computational ThinkingIn this episode, MLTI (Maine Learning Technology Initiative) Ambassadors Chris Beckwith, AJ Rog, and Yuhong Sun continue the conversation around computational thinking, and its role in solving real world problems. They each talk about their own classroom experiences, suggestions for teachers to introduce the concept to their students, and why it can be a valuable tool in teaching problem-solving skills. Joshua Schmidt interviews Jeff Bailey, Computer Science teacher at Mount Valley High School in Rumford, Maine who shares how he’s used computational thinking to address real world problem solving in his classroom. We’d also...2023-12-0131 min

Teaching with TechComputational Thinking: It's Not Always About ComputersIn this episode, MLTI (Maine Learning Technology Initiative) Ambassadors Chris Beckwith, AJ Rog, and Jeff Ireland answer the question, “What is computational thinking?” AJ interviews Sean Wasson, who is the CSTA (Computer Science Teachers Association) President and a computer science teacher at Lyman Moore Middle School in Portland, Maine who helps the Ambassadors demystify computational thinking and how the process extends beyond the realm of computer science. The group returns after the interview to discuss more applications of computational thinking in multiple classroom settings along with exploring unplugged applications of computational thinking. We’d also like to announce t...2023-11-1433 min

Teaching with TechEducational Technology in the Arts (Part 2)This episode continues our conversation of innovative ways that educational technology is being used in the Arts. Last week focused specifically on Music, and this week we want to expand our scope a bit. We will be hearing about computer science in a music tech class with Tessa McArthur, who teaches at Woodland Jr. Sr. High School in Baileyville, but then we will move to Theatre with Mahaley Lozano, former ELA teacher and drama coach at Princeton Elementary School. And we will close today’s episode with Matthew Peinado, who teaches Art Teacher at Edward Little High School. ...2023-10-3135 min

Teaching with TechEducational Technology in the Arts (Part 1)While educational technology can be a vital tool in all classrooms and schools, this month we wanted to focus on innovative ways it is being used in the Arts. When we talk about the Arts, we are encompassing everything from Music and Visual Art to Dance, Theater and Media Arts. Even though they all fall under the same umbrella of The Arts, each area is unique in content and delivery. In this episode we'll be focusing our lens on Music and in future episodes we will turn our attention to other branches of the visual and performing arts. Come...2023-10-2037 min

Teaching with TechWhat are the MLTI Ambassadors Working on?Teaching with Tech is back! The Maine Learning Technology Initiative (MLTI) Ambassador Team is excited for season two of the podcast with some new voices and new ideas. In this episode Joshua chats with Donna and Nicole about how their year has started along with hearing from all ten MLTI Ambassadors about what projects they are working on and most excited to explore this year. We close with an interview with Jonathan R. Werner, the new Ambassador Program Facilitator at the Maine Department of Education. Join the conversation every two weeks to see how...2023-09-2928 min

Teaching with TechSchool's Out For SummerSchool's (nearly) out for the Summer and so are the MLTI Ambassadors. The team will be returning in late August or early September to begin season 2 of the Teaching With Tech podcast. That being said, the MLTI 2.0 team will still be hard at work, and they can be reached at DOE-MLTI2.0@maine.gov with any questions, comments, or technology integration needs. This episode covers some of the Summer plans of the MLTI team while also discussion season 1 and the plan for season 2. We wanted to thank each and every one of our listeners for joining the conversation this year...2023-06-0605 min

Teaching with TechShould Schools Ban Artificial Intelligence?As artificial intelligence grows in scope, teachers and schools have many different strategies to maximize the benefits and minimize the challenges. This conversation is especially focused on whether schools should ban artificial intelligence like ChatGPT. In this episode, Joshua is joined by Kate and Nicole who share their opinions, ideas, and strategies on using AI in schools and whether banning is the best strategy. Nicole also has an interview from Dr. Kim O'Donnell from the Westbrook School Department on how she views artificial intelligence impacting her schools. You can contact the MLTI Ambassador Team at: DOE-MLTI2.0@maine.g...2023-06-0134 min

Teaching with TechAI in the ClassroomArtificial Intelligence is the hot topic in recent months, including how it can or will affect the classroom. In this episode, the MLTI Ambassadors start by giving their overall views on the AI trend, and then the host, Rob Dominick, interviews fellow Ambassadors Kate Meyer and Nicole Karod to hear a more detailed explanation about what has already emerged with the introduction of AI into schools as well as reasoning as to how and why we should be embracing it... and not fearing it. You can contact the MLTI Ambassador Team at: DOE-MLTI2.0@maine.g...2023-05-1529 min

Teaching with TechCommunity Corner - MLTI SLAM (Student Leadership Ambassadors of Maine) with Kern KelleyIn this episode, Joshua meets with Kern Kelley, technology integrator for Nokomis schools. Kern talks about his school's SLAM (Student Leadership Ambassadors of Maine) club and how the SLAM program from the Maine Department of Education can help schools give student authentic learning opportunities all around Maine. He also discusses the SLAM Showcase events, which provide a full day of technology integration activities for students in a school and how this contributes to a new culture of learning. For those interested in learning more about about SLAM clubs and SLAM Showcase events, check out: 2023-05-1115 min

Teaching with TechWhat are MLTI Ambassadors?We take a break from the normal program involving tech integration to give a background on the revamping of MLTI to MLTI 2.0. This episode provides listeners with information about the MLTI Ambassador program and the work that we do. All of the current Ambassadors chime in about what their work calendar looks like and some of their favorite interactions and projects while being a part of this program. If you are looking to contact any specific Ambassador, you can find their information on the MLTI page of the Maine DOE website. If you are in need of general contact...2023-04-2836 min

Teaching with TechSupporting Digital Leadership In this episode, MLTI Ambassadors continue their discussion on digital citizenship and its impacts on the classroom. Joshua is joined by Jonathan and Kate, who speak about their professional development series, Left to Their Own Devices, and how this work helps schools and communities teach students to navigate the digital wilderness. Rob is joined by Tali from Common Sense Education to speak about their work and resources and how they can be helpful to educators. Finally, we return to our conversation with Kate and Jonathan to see what first steps they recommend for starting to move toward...2023-04-0436 min

Teaching with TechDefining Digital Citizenship In this episode, MLTI Ambassadors discuss digital citizenship and its impacts on the classroom. They start with definitions, acknowledging how many different definitions and understandings exist. From there, they discuss ways to incorporate conversations around digital citizenship into classroom curriculums without having to drastically change content structures. This conversation is extended when Kate Meyer interviews Renee Laber on how she’s incorporating these skills into her classroom. If anyone wanted to learn more about Jonathan and Kate’s training series, Left to Their Own Devices, they can find more here: https://youtu.be/TIqPqZLVxww. You...2023-03-2732 min

Teaching with TechCommunity Corner - Game-Based Learning with Paul KaplanIn this episode of the MLTI 2.0 Podcast, we explore game-based learning with Paul Kaplan. In his Elementary PE classroom, he uses a variety of games and activities to create high engagement activities for his learners. This unit specifically looks at video games that include virtual reality, augmented reality, and physical movement. Paul explains why he prefers specific resources and what benefits those games provide. If you wanted to learn more, you can contact the MLTI Ambassador Team at DOE-MLTI2.0@maine.gov or by filling out the https://forms.office.com/g/usrRy0TucV. And remember - filling...2023-03-1512 min

Teaching with TechWhat Does STEAM Learning Look Like?In this episode, the Ambassadors discuss tips, resources, and examples of how to begin incorporating STEAM learning elements into the classroom. Ambassador Yuhong Sun describes her experience with the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest in which her school, Noble High School, did very well. Also, winners from last month's giveaway are announced and another new giveaway is started! Fill out this form to enter: https://forms.office.com/g/usrRy0TucV 2023-03-0235 min

Teaching with TechWhat is STEAM LearningMLTI 2.0 Ambassadors Rob, Josh, and Nicole dig into STEAM learning by clarifying how it may differ from STEM, what really goes into STEAM education, as well as its benefits. Additionally, they leave you with one piece of advice should you be looking into implementing more STEAM activities. Another Ambassador, Tracy Williamson, gives an interview with Gorham Middle School science teacher, Michaela Lamarre, who gives great information about how STEAM learning has helped her teaching practice.2023-02-1831 min

Teaching with TechCommunity Corner - Educate Maine SymposiumCommunity Corner is a short spin-off of Teaching with Tech where the Ambassadors highlight other events or topics happening in Maine. In this episode, MLTI Ambassador Rob Dominick discusses the Educate Maine Symposium from December 2022 and interviews a couple of County Teachers of the Year, Seth Mitchell and Stacey Augustine.2023-01-3107 min

Teaching with TechGamification Tools and ResourcesIn this episode, the MLTI 2.0 Ambassadors, Rob, Josh, and Nicole, get into more specifics about gamification in the classroom. They discuss the purpose of gamifying as well as strategies to help implement it. Besides giving classroom examples of how they used gamification, they also offer up their top resources for those who would like to try it out. Additionally, there is also an interview with Meg Marks, a Technology Coach from Mt. Ararat Middle School, about how her team integrates the gamification concept. This episode also features a giveaway opportunity to educators in Maine. Copy and paste...2023-01-3127 min

Teaching with TechGamification in the ClassroomIn our first episode, we will center around gamification and how it looks in the classroom. MLTI 2.0 Ambassadors Rob Dominick, Joshua Schmidt, and Nicole Karod will discuss components of gamification, examples in the classroom, and pitfalls you may face. The episode is loaded with fun examples of gamification from the Ambassadors as well as Brewer Community School fifth-grade teachers Katie Miller and Sam Nichols.2023-01-3029 min

Cool Tools350: Kern KellyStarting his teaching career in New Zealand, Kern Kelley is the STEAM Teacher at RSU 19 in central Maine. He has provided support to educators for over two decades and has conducted professional development events across the globe. He advises a student produced technology support show for the Maine Dept. of Education found at SLAMShow.org He has brought his student presenters, the MLTI Student Leadership Ambassadors of Maine to numerous conferences around and authored the Google Apps Guidebook. Website: http://KernKelley.com For show notes and transcript visit: https://kk.org/cooltools/kern-kelly-steam-teacher/ If you're enjoying the Cool Tools podcast, check...2023-01-2728 min

USM Cybersecurity Ambassadors PodcastInterview with Senator Angus KingIn this episode, we had the opportunity to discuss cybersecurity topics with Senator Angus King. Senator King answers our questions about the Maine Learning Technology Initiative (MLTI), the Cyberspace Solarium Commission, and how disinformation affects American democracy. 2023-01-2431 min

蛋泥儿音乐咖啡vol.230 致敬 Beyond 十佳作品曲目表：01.大地（粤）--可岚02.最想念你--齐豫03.光辉岁月(国)--泰迪罗宾04.缓慢--黄美珍05.不再犹豫--北极06.海阔天空--Metro Vocal Group 07.醒你--Big Mac08.冷雨没暂停--B.A.N.D09.预备--multiplex10.请将手放开--MLTI /TRAK 2021-06-291h 02

EAR BUDZBACKWood Kid, M.A.A.D CityEpisode 8 is out! Regardless if you are a good kid or a hood kid, roll a little something something and enjoy it as we discuss one of the greatest lyricists of our generation and his track “Sherane a.k.a Master Splinter's Daughter” … Yawk! Yawk! Yawk! Yawk! This Week's Sesh: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLtI-cMzjtA Next Week's Sesh: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlpN3S16ZAs 2021-05-3016 min

EAR BUDZWEED-BELLYusRocking my Black, Gold, Red and White this week! We rollin’ down to my home town as we roll some home grown in honor of Ottawa’s Belly and his track “Mumble Rap” Link to this week’s sesh: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZycR8EkQsIs Link to next week’s sesh: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLtI-cMzjtA 2021-05-1813 min

Maine Education MattersTask Force Reports reviewMatt and Matt review all the task force / DOE / whoever reports that have been presented to the Education Committee over the past month or so. Remember how we love task forces? Well, this is the time to see what they heck they have been doing!0:00 - 1:25 open1:25 - 4:20 DOE report on Response to Childhood Trauma (LD 1168)4:20 - 9:40 DOE report on Computer Science Instruction and Professional Development (LD 1382)9:40 - 12:40 DOE report on Cursive Handwriting Instruction (LD 387)12:40 - 1...2020-01-1634 min