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Edtech InsidersWhy EdTech Success Depends on Evidence and Usability: Tal Havivi of ASCD & ISTE ExplainsSend us a textTal Havivi is the Managing Director of R&D at ASCD + ISTE, focusing on initiatives to improve the health and effectiveness of the EdTech market. He leads research around high-quality EdTech design, programs focused on improving evaluation processes in school systems, and supports EdTech providers. Previously, he led Education Strategy at Amazon Business focused on improving education procurement. He also has experience working at edtech startups and in K-12 administration.💡 5 Things You’ll Learn in This Episode:How the role of evidence in EdTech has e...2024-09-3032 min
Digital Learning Today: Where Productivity Meets Innovation in the Classroom.Unlocking the Secrets of the ISTE+ASCD Conference ProposalIn this episode of Digital Learning Today, hosts Jeffrey Bradbury and Diane Mansour discuss the upcoming ISTE conference, focusing on the proposal process, the excitement of attending, and the importance of networking. They share insights on how to create effective proposals, the costs associated with attending, and how to sustain the energy gained from the conference throughout the school year. The conversation also touches on the merging of ISTE and ASCD conferences and offers advice for newcomers and returning attendees.
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Let's Learn with Wisconsin ASCDS2: Ep 7: Peter Liljedahl; Building Thinking ClassroomsWe are joined by Peter Liljedahl. Peter authored Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics: 14 Teaching Practices For Enhancing Learning. This book and the thinking behind it has spread quite quickly and, after listening to Peter, I think you will see why. Peter will share some insights into the research that went into this work as well as insights into some of the practices shared in the book.
2024-05-3052 minLet's Learn with Wisconsin ASCDS2: Ep 6: Mike Schmoker; Results Now 2.0We are joined by Mike Schmoker. Mike is a former administrator, English Teacher, and football coach. He has authored several articles and also has several book titles to his credit. This includes FOCUS: Elevating the Essentials to Radically Improve Student Learning; and Association of Education Publishers book of the year finalist Results Now. Today, we look at the second edition of that best seller, Results Now 2.0: The Untapped Opportunities for Swift, Dramatic Gains in Achievement.
2024-05-0138 minLet's Learn with Wisconsin ASCDS2: Ep 5: Alyssa Gallagher; Embracing MESSY LeadershipWe are joined by Alyssa Gallagher. Alyssa co-leads BTS Spark in North America, helping school leaders across the United States and Canada access leadership coaching and professional development. She has experience as a teacher, site leader, and district leader. Alyssa has a track record of success in leadership leading to her work being featured by CNN, Forbes, Wired, The Economist, and 60 Minutes. Alyssa has two current ASCD Books to her credit: Design Thinking for School Leaders (2018) and Design Thinking in Play (2020). Today, we will talk about her upcoming ASCD release, due out May 2024, Embracing MESSY Leadership: How the Experience...2024-04-0129 min
The Minimalist Educator PodcastEpisode 028: Wellness Strategies for the Thoughtful Educator with Craig Aarons MartinStruggling to strike the perfect balance between your professional responsibilities and personal well-being? Craig Aarons Martin joins us to illuminate the path to self-care mastery for educators, emphasizing the transformative effects of physical activity, meditation, and mindfulness. His personal anecdotes serve as a beacon for those looking to rejuvenate not just themselves but also their surroundings, demonstrating how one's own wellness practices can radiate positive influence across students and colleagues alike.During our heartfelt conversation, we unearth the often-invisible dedication that teachers invest in their craft, extending far beyond the classroom walls. Recognizing the synergy between empathetic...2024-03-1927 min