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10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherThe Science of Attention: The Difference One Teacher MakesThe science of attention explains why learning cannot happen without focus—and why one teacher can make all the difference. Learn how to understand the science of attention and help students learn. This episode is an extended episode shared from my other podcast/radio/TV show: Cool Cat Teacher Talk. I'm sharing it because it is helpful, but also because I share a very special story at the end. - I hope you enjoy! - Vicki In this episode, host Vicki Davis sits down with Myriam Da Silva, AI ethicist, neuroeducation leader, and CEO of CheckI...
2025-12-211h 00
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherPlay, Curiosity, and the Joy of Math with Dan FinkelWhat if math could feel like play? 🎲 In this inspiring episode, mathematician and educator Dan Finkel—founder of Math for Love—joins Vicki Davis, the Cool Cat Teacher, to explore how curiosity, productive struggle, and play can make math more meaningful and fun for every learner. Discover how to start math lessons with questions, why struggle builds deeper understanding, and how to help students fall in love with problem-solving again. Perfect for teachers, parents, and anyone who wants to make learning joyful. 📘 Show Notes & Links: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e919 🧲 Sponsor: Today's episode is spo...
2025-11-1715 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherCan AI Replace Teachers? Dr. Catlin Tucker on Smarter Lesson Design and UDLDr. Catlin Tucker, bestselling author and blended learning expert, joins Vicki Davis to talk about how teachers can design better lessons with AI—without losing their essential human touch. From universal design for learning (UDL) to creating meaningful student choice, Dr. Tucker explains how AI can elevate lesson planning when used with intentionality and creativity. They discuss the limits of "AI lesson generators," what true differentiation looks like, and why great teaching still depends on relationships, empathy, and design thinking. Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Clixo, an award-winning magnetic play system that inspires creativity in classrooms an...
2025-11-1015 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher6 Ideas for Teaching Writing Now with Nancy McCabeTeaching writing can feel challenging in today's world of short attention spans and AI-generated text—but it doesn't have to be! In this encouraging episode, author and professor Nancy McCabe joins host Vicki Davis (Cool Cat Teacher) to share six creative strategies that help students rediscover the joy of writing. From 10-minute free writing sessions to outdoor field trips and imitating great authors, Nancy shares proven ideas that work for every age. She also explains why mistakes and "messy drafts" are not problems to fix—but signs of authentic thinking and growth. Sponsored by Speakable — the AI...
2025-11-0811 min
Cool Cat Teacher BlogHow to Teach Spanish with Games, Fun, and AIFrom the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts.
Learning a new language can be stressful — but it doesn’t have to be. In this inspiring episode, Spanish teacher Dawne Beck joins me. She shares how she builds a low-anxiety, high-engagement classroom. In her classroom, students laugh, play, and learn together. Dawne is across the hall from me and she is one of the best teachers I've ever known.
I have had her on the show before. She talked about how she teaches writ...
2025-11-0400 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherAI, Speakable, and the Future of Language TeachingLearning a new language can be stressful, but it doesn't have to be! In this inspiring conversation, Spanish teacher Dawne Beck joins host Vicki Davis (Cool Cat Teacher) to share practical ways to create a low-anxiety, high-engagement classroom where students actually enjoy speaking another language. From using game-based learning and storytelling to integrating AI pronunciation tools like Speakable, Dawne explains how to build students' confidence while keeping the focus on communication over perfection. She also discusses strategies for helping third-language learners and students who feel self-conscious about speaking in class. Sponsored by Speakable. All opinions ar...
2025-11-0415 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherTop 10 AI Tips for Schools to Do NowAs we prepare to return to school and with all of the announcements over the summer, what are the things we should do right away to prepare. Should we really enable all of the things or how can we slow down and test what really needs to happen to ensure the safety of our students and the educational value we want to offer? Teacher and IT Director, Vicki Davis, gives an overview of the summer's hottest AI announcements and some tips that schools are using to keep kids safe and cover their bases when it comes to...
2025-07-2108 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherMy 30 Hot June AI and Edtech Tools and EduNews Show (June 2025)Ready for a deep dive into the latest AI tools and education headlines? In this special extended news episode, Vicki Davis shares 15 cutting-edge AI tools including Gemini's new video parsing capabilities, Claude Opus 4's powerful features, and Perplexity Labs' research tools, plus 15 critical news stories every educator needs to know. From AI ethics and security warnings to practical classroom applications, this episode delivers real classroom tech use insights you can implement immediately. Subscribe for weekly teacher-tested edtech tips and join the conversation at https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e904 I'm also including vocabulary and links at t...
2025-06-1927 min
Cool Cat Teacher TalkBuilding Your Platform with a PurposeIn this powerful and deeply personal episode of Cool Cat Teacher Talk, Vicki Davis opens up about the journey of building her platform with purpose and integrity. From early blogging days to international influence, she shares how her calling, faith, and values shaped every step. This episode isn't just for educators who want to grow their voice—it's for anyone navigating the tension between visibility and values. Plus, in the opening news segment, Vicki unpacks the launch of World App's WorldID—an iris-scanning ID system with major implications for privacy, education, and global identity verification. Highlights include: The...
2025-05-0857 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherHow Do We Know Who's Human? A New Tech Raises Big QuestionsOn May 1, 2025, Sam Altman's identity project, now called World (formerly Worldcoin), launched iris and face-scanning locations in six U.S. cities. The goal? Prove you're human — and get a World ID in return. In this episode, Vicki Davis breaks down how the tech works, why it's free, and the serious ethical concerns for educators and parents alike. You'll learn the three major reasons this global ID push is happening: Stopping identity fraud and deepfakes Verifying age online to protect children Distinguishing humans from synthetic AI agents With connections to platforms like Match.com, Discord, and Reddit, and th...
2025-05-0313 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherNews Roundup: What's the Latest in Edtech and AI Right Now?What do teachers need to know this week about AI, edtech tools, privacy risks, and time-saving features? In this fast-paced news update, Vicki Davis — the Cool Cat Teacher — shares teacher-tested headlines that impact the classroom. From Google's bulk grading feature to concerns about AI eye-tracking and international AI policy, this episode is packed with insights that matter. Also, a huge health concern with touching the receipts of many of your local retailers. 💡 Includes a teacher tip on using data for AP test prep — and a heads-up about a surprising classroom health hazard! 🗓️ Show notes + resources: www.coolcattea...
2025-04-2510 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher8 Insights About Early Childhood EducationIsabelle Hau, executive director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning, joins Vicki Davis to explore why the early years gap is our greatest educational inequity. Discover how 90% of brain development happens before age five and why relationships are fundamental to learning. Hau's book "Love to Learn" (the #1 new release on Amazon in Early Childhood Education) reveals why we need more "relational intelligence" in education and less focus on standardized metrics. She explains why young children today play 50% less outdoors than their parents did and how early childhood educators are literally "sculpting brains." A must-listen for anyone passionate about early...
2025-04-1613 min
Aspire to Lead330. Elevating EdTech, AI, and Servant Leadership: Featuring Vicki DavisIn this inspiring episode, Vicki Davis, veteran educator, edtech expert, and edublogger, joins me to explore the evolving world of educational technology and artificial intelligence in the classroom. Vicki shares how she teaches students to use AI art tools with prompt stacking techniques, discusses the importance of formative assessment, and explains how educators can reach every learner. We also dive into the mindset behind servant leadership, the value of collaboration in education, and why elevating others is key to lasting impact. With over 20 years of experience in edtech, Vicki brings wisdom, humility, and a powerful message about staying grounded while...
2025-04-0736 min
Cool Cat Teacher TalkAI in the Classroom: How Teachers Are Using Artificial Intelligence (S1E1 – Cool Cat Teacher Talk)🎙 Host: Vicki Davis | Cool Cat Teacher 🚀 Episode Summary: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming education—but how are teachers adapting? In this premiere episode, we explore AI's impact on teaching, learning, and ethics with expert guests. From classroom experiments to AI in higher education, discover how educators are navigating this evolving landscape. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode: Real classroom experiments with AI AI's impact on student writing and academic integrity Ethical concerns & AI's future in education 🎙 Featured Guests: Jason Thacker – AI and Ethics Expert Victoria Thompson – Equity & AI in Education Advocate Steve Dembo – AI i...
2025-02-201h 00
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherTeaching Writing in an AI World: A Practical GuideAs AI tools like ChatGPT become more accessible, how can teachers help students develop authentic writing skills? In this episode, Vicki Davis talks with Dawne Beck, an experienced ELA teacher, about practical strategies for integrating AI into writing instruction while maintaining academic integrity. You'll learn: ✅ How to teach writing as a process to reduce AI misuse. ✅ Ways to use AI for feedback and editing without replacing student creativity. ✅ How to design writing prompts that AI can't complete well. ✅ Why students often prefer their own writing over AI-generated text. I isn't...
2025-02-1717 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherApple Intelligence and Its Impact on the ClassroomIn today's ever-evolving educational landscape, technology is redefining how we teach and learn. With the release of Apple Intelligence in iOS 18.2 and macOS Sequoia, students and educators now have AI tools at their fingertips, embedded in everyday devices and apps. In this episode of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast, Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher will cover: How Apple Intelligence integrates into apps, web browsers, and writing tools like Google Docs. A comparison between Apple Intelligence and Google's Gemini AI in education. Practical classroom applications, tips, and strategies to harness these tools effectively. Why thoughtful use of AI matters for...
2025-01-1519 min
Mr. Bryan's Classroom(EP26) Progress Not Perfection-with Vicki Davis Happy New Year, teachers! Welcome to the podcast where educators come together to inspire, learn, and grow. I'm thrilled to kick off the year with a special guest, Vicki Davis—a passionate teacher and successful podcaster.
In this episode, Vicki shares invaluable teaching strategies, motivational insights, and lessons from her remarkable journey as an educator. Whether you're looking for fresh ideas or a dose of inspiration, this conversation is packed with actionable tips to energize your teaching practice. Be sure to visit Vicki's site at (https://www.coolcatteacher.com) for even more resources!
2025-01-0513 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher12 Easy Ways to Teach Kids to Code: Hour of Code & CS4Ed Week 2024Get ready for CS4Ed Week 2024 and the Hour of Code with this special episode of the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast! 🎉 We're sharing 12 practical and fun coding activities that will inspire creativity and teach kids computational thinking. From gamified platforms like CodeCombat to app development with Mad Learn, hands-on robotics, and unplugged challenges, there's something here for every educator and student. 💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode: How to use CodeCombat and Code.org to engage students in coding. Creative ideas like Dance Party, Minecraft, and coding with Anna and Elsa. Hands-on activities with mBot Robots, Arduino Boards...
2024-12-0410 min
KindSight 101Empowering Educators: Motivation, Classroom Discipline, and Self-Care with Vicki DavisIn this episode of Kindsight 101, Morgane Michael interviews Vicki Davis, a veteran educator and podcaster, on how to stay motivated in the classroom while navigating the evolving educational landscape. They discuss the role of technology, including transcription tools like Otter and podcast platforms like Riverside FM, and how these innovations can support teachers. The conversation also touches on the challenges of classroom discipline, the importance of self-care, and setting high expectations for students.Five key takeaways from this episode:Maintaining Motivation: Vicki emphasizes the importance of avoiding the "swipe culture" and cultivating deep, meaningful engagement with students.Classroom Discipline: Setting...
2024-11-1335 min
KindSight 101Empowering Educators: Motivation, Classroom Discipline, and Self-Care with Vicki DavisIn this episode of Kindsight 101, Morgane Michael interviews Vicki Davis, a veteran educator and podcaster, on how to stay motivated in the classroom while navigating the evolving educational landscape. They discuss the role of technology, including transcription tools like Otter and podcast platforms like Riverside FM, and how these innovations can support teachers. The conversation also touches on the challenges of classroom discipline, the importance of self-care, and setting high expectations for students.Five key takeaways from this episode:Maintaining Motivation: Vicki emphasizes the importance of avoiding the "swipe culture" and cultivating deep, meaningful engagement with...
2024-11-1335 min
Your Story Does Not Define You The Podcast With Dr. Davis MasseyFreeing Yourself From Rejection (Featuring Vicki L. Kemp, Author and Podcast Host)In this episode Dr. Niesha shares her platform with the beautiful and amazing Vicki L. Kemp, who is an Author, a Christian Women Influencer, a Podcaster, a First Lady, and a woman who loves women and sisterhood. In this episdoe Vicki L. Kemp has a transparent moment of sharing her experience with rejection and how it caused her some emotional and mental distress. As you listen you will here candid truth of how it showed up in several roles in her life, and how she was freed from the tight grip of rejection through her being honest and transparent...
2024-09-2342 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherRevealing Essential AI and Cybersecurity Literacies Everybody Needs to KnowWhat are the best practices for teachers to ensure that their devices are secure? We all have to keep our devices safe and secure our student data. As teachers, we need to know how to respond to ransomware attacks, phishing attacks, and how to use wifi with a VPN on our devices properly. Rachelle dene Poth talks about the essential practices that teachers need to know. How can teachers integrate cybersecurity lessons into their classrooms? Rachelle and Vicki talk about how they teach strong passwords, security, safety, and other important cybersecurity issues that we should d...
2024-08-0513 min
Always A Lesson's Empowering Educators Podcast321: Artificial Intelligence with Vicki DavisJoin us as we immerse in Vicki Davis's journey as an educator, author, and host. With over 20+ years of experience in education, specializing in technology and her vast understanding of artificial intelligence, Vicki has touched the life of many students and educators throughout her career.
Quotables
*All quotables are from the interviewee
"I would never say every single teacher has to embrace technology, but we have to embrace children. We have to embrace the nobility of teaching and we do have to embrace learning."
"All that our kids are going to know is massive change...So we need to educate o...
2024-07-1043 min
Living On The Edge of Chaos206: Heartfelt Journeys in Education: Cool Cat Teacher, Vicki Davis, Impactful StoryAll platforms and past episodes: https://coffeeforthebrain.com/podcasts/Slidedeck of her ideas to explore as we did not get to them allhttps://1drv.ms/p/s!AqtnAB8NPT2-8kpLZWCCEThXQepGYouTube VideoTakeawaysVicki Davis believes that students should be at least 17 or 18 years old before getting cell phones.She emphasizes the negative impact of unrestricted cell phone access on students' mental health, sleep patterns, and social interactions.Vicki recommends watching the AI Dilemma YouTube video to gain a better understanding of AI technology and its ethical i...
2024-05-221h 00
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher7 Ways to Make Worksheets Engaging and Effective: The Ultimate GuideIn this episode, we tackle a topic that's often whispered in the hallways of schools everywhere with a mix of disdain and necessity: worksheets. I'll admit that I have often expressed my own dislike of worksheets, so much so that I rarely use them myself. Show notes and transcript: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e832 However, we can all take the worksheets we do have and transform them from mere busywork as we reimagine them into dynamic, engaging learning experiences. With Linda's background in middle school math and a passion for providing practical solutions, this fresh...
2024-02-2112 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherCool Cat Teacher's AI Insight: 10 Ways I'm Using AI TodayWelcome to today's episode, where I will bridge the gap between AI in my classroom and your ears! If you've been following my blog, you know I want to bring practical, innovative teaching strategies to life. But today, I'm doing things a bit differently on the show for an extended episode with me, your host, Vicki Davis. Sponsor: Modern Classrooms Project will help you bring engaging, exciting teaching to your classroom with their free online course and community. Go to coolcatteacher.com/modern right now to sign up for the Modern Classrooms essential course for free where...
2023-12-0546 min
The Generative Age: AI in EducationAI and Human Intelligence + AI in the Classroom with @coolcatteacher Vicki Davis - Part 2In the second part of this episode, we’re joined by renowned educator, podcaster, and the voice behind the Cool Cat Teacher blog, Vicki Davis. Vicki will highlight the importance of maintaining the human touch in an AI-driven world and the irreplaceable value of teacher-student relationships. From real-world classroom applications to the ethics of AI in education, this episode is packed with insights, strategies, and recommendations.
Link to slideshow/resources: vickidavis.generativeage.com
2023-11-1432 min
The Generative Age: AI in Education@coolcatteacher Vicki Davis: AI and Human Intelligence + AI in the ClassroomIn this episode, we’re joined by renowned educator, podcaster, and the voice behind the Cool Cat Teacher blog, Vicki Davis. Vicki will shed light on the importance of maintaining the human touch in an AI-driven world and the irreplaceable value of teacher-student relationships. From real-world classroom applications to the ethics of AI in education, this episode is packed with insights, strategies, and recommendations.
Link to slideshow/resources: http://vickidavis.generativeage.com
2023-11-051h 13
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherPractical, Awesome AI: Unlocking the Power of Bing Chat EnterpriseIn today's show, I talk with Mark Sparvell about a tool that has become essential to my lesson planning and work in my AP Computer Science Principles course: Bing Chat Enterprise. If your school has Microsoft Office 365 A3 or A5 licenses, you can activate this feature. It's an amazing tool that saves time and stands out with its robust privacy features, ensuring the security of student data while offering powerful AI functionalities to streamline tasks for teachers and administrators. This show is sponsored and includes some advertorial content. It's only my second podcast this year featuring such...
2023-11-0318 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherBreaking Down Barriers: How to Make Math Accessible for All StudentsDr. Lydia Gonzalez, author of "Bad at Math: Dismantling Harmful Beliefs That Hinder Equitable Mathematics Education," talks about the societal norms that make it acceptable to be "bad at math" and how these beliefs can be detrimental to learning. Dr. Gonzalez emphasizes the importance of broadening our understanding of math and its relevance in everyday life. We also discuss the critical role of relationships and a growth mindset in effective teaching, particularly in math subjects that many find intimidating. Let's explore how to dismantle harmful beliefs in math education and create a more equitable learning environment. Snow...
2023-10-0111 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherThe IEP Journey: The Heart of Special Education PlanningIn today's episode, we sit down with Stephanie DeLussey, a dual-certified veteran special education teacher, IEP coach, and author of the upcoming book "The Intentional IEP." Stephanie shares her unique insights into the often daunting process of writing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). She emphasizes the importance of collaboration between parents and teachers, and offers practical tips to make the IEP process more effective and less stressful for everyone involved. Read the full transcript and show notes at: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e818 Sponsor: This show is sponsored by Microsoft. Check out their new AI Course. A...
2023-09-2612 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherEncouragement in Education: Why It's More Crucial Now Than EverIn this uplifting episode, we're joined by Todd Nesloney, a seasoned educator and advocate for authentic leadership in schools. If you've ever questioned your worth or impact as an educator, this conversation is a must-listen. Todd delves into the transformative power of vulnerability, the importance of emotional intelligence, and why every single person in a school setting is a leader in their own right—offering actionable insights that could reignite your passion for teaching. Read the full transcript; show notes: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e817 Sponsor: This show is sponsored by Microsoft. Check out their new...
2023-09-1911 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherThe Future is Now: Preparing Our Youngest Scholars for a Digital WorldEarly exposure to technology can help children develop digital literacy skills. Around 70% of kindergartners can use educational apps on tablets or smartphones. But it stands to reason that we must help students know how to effectively use these tools so they do not hinder and that they help But do they know how to use technology effectively? And how much is too much? Not all technology use is good, and overuse can hold students back. Use should be appropriate, tied to classroom content areas, and guided. With over 70% of US parents concerned about too much screen time...
2023-09-1212 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherProject-based Learning with A.I. and Improving FriendshipsProject based learning can be enhanced using AI tools in this unique way that has students do comparative tasks as they compare their work and that done by ChatGPT. In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative world of project-based learning! Our special guest, Or-Tal Kiriati from Tel Aviv, Israel, shares her innovative approach to integrating artificial intelligence and human experiences into multidisciplinary projects. From exploring the duality of human nature through literature (and a super amazing way to teach Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde) to teaching friendship skills in a digital age, Or-Tal's projects offer a fresh...
2023-09-0411 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherHow to Use Data Driven Instruction in the ClassroomToday we'll dive deep into the transformative power of data analytics for your classroom! Think data is just for statisticians or administrators? Think again! Today, we're joined by Victoria Setaro, an expert in making data analytics approachable and actionable for everyday teachers like you. We'll explore how you can harness the power of both 'cold' and 'warm' data to not only understand your students better but also to significantly improve their performance. From tackling chronic absenteeism to boosting math proficiency rates, data-driven instruction is a game-changer. So if you want to elevate your teaching and empower your students, this...
2023-08-2812 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherGenius Hour 2.0 with Lauren LavelleIn this episode of the 10 Minute Teacher podcast, host Vicki Davis sits down with Lauren Lavelle to discuss the transformative educational approach known as Genius Hour. Recorded live at ISTE, the conversation delves into how Genius Hour has been revamped and integrated into the sixth-grade curriculum, offering students a full-year exploratory course that goes beyond traditional learning. Vicki and Lauren also touch on the importance of generational connectedness in education, emphasizing how mentors and older students can offer invaluable perspectives. Additionally, the episode explores the role of blogging in the Genius Hour process, serving as a tool for reflection...
2023-08-2109 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherAI in VR and AR with Rachelle Dené PothHow are augmented reality and virtual reality merging with artificial intelligence? What does it mean for the classroom? In this show, AR/VR guru Rachelle Dené Poth delves deep into the transformative potential of Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the classroom. Fresh from her appearance on the ISTE mainstage, Rachell highlights the surging interest in immersive and emerging technologies. She encourages teachers to shift their mindset from apprehension to curiosity and eagerness to learn something new. As the landscape of education technology rapidly changes, Rachelle shares some ideas of w...
2023-08-1911 min
MerrilyHDLH? as a Teacher Tool with Vicki Davis and Jessica HolderIn this episode, we are joined by Jessica Holder, RECE, and Vicki Davis, RECE, to take us further into How Does Learning Happen?, and its use as a powerful tool for early childhood educators.Not only do the HDLH? foundations (well-being, expression, belonging and engagement) guide and fuel the way we create conditions for early learning, but they also offer professional educators some powerful tools for thinking about what happens in those environments.Vicki Davis is a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) She started her ECE journey as an apprentice with The...
2023-06-0341 min
NHASCD Spotlight: A PodcastTaking Tech Back with Cool Cat Teacher Vicki DavisVicki Davis (The Cool Cat Teacher) is one of the most influential and impactful educators on the Internet. In this episode, we have a wide-reaching discussion about technology strengths and limitations, artificial intelligence, teacher work-life balance, and the dangers of social media on our mental health.
ABOUT
Vicki is a veteran K-12 teacher and Instructional Technology Director in southwest Georgia. Her blog, CoolCatTeacher.com, logs 100,000 unique monthly visitors monthly, while her Twitter account contains nearly 165,000 followers. Vicki has won numerous awards, including being a 2022 Top 40 Edtech Influencer. She continues to be dedicated t...
2023-04-0646 min
The Well - Life Coaching for Christian Moms- Combat Overwhelm, Stress Management, Holistic Self Care, NonToxic living, Essential oils#122 Struggling with incontinence or frequent urination? Take care of your pelvic floor with Dr. Vicki Hemmett the ChiroQueen!Many women, after childbirth, and as they age struggle with pelvic floor dysfunction. Pelvic floor dysfunction is an assortment of recoverable disorders that involve the impaired function of the muscles, ligaments and joints within the pelvis, hips and low back region. Presenting as a myriad of symptoms of regional and localized pain and dysfunction and with over 50% of women suffering, it is a silent epidemic that requires a bold and revolutionary solution. The symptoms include: Lower Back Pain Urinary Incontinence Pain with Intercourse Constipation Pelvic Musc...
2023-01-0635 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher6 Sustainable Self-Care Tips for TeachersSelf-care is a word thrown around a lot these days in education. In the real world of teaching, answers aren't always easy. In fact, as I release this episode, "self-care" is the reason I did not go to #ISTELive that is this week. I need to focus on my health. So, it is fitting that today I discuss the reality of teaching with another teaching veteran. We share how we have navigated the stresses and struggles of teaching as we seek to live a balanced life and do what matters. In addition to the podcast, I've included some inspiring...
2022-06-2718 min
The Great American Senior ShowElection Integrity in Florida -- Vicki Davis, Supervisor of Elections, on the Front LinesText your grey haired host for a shout out on an upcoming show!The Martin County Florida Supervisor of Elections Office is on the front lines. The battle is over the perception of Election Integrity as Florida and the entire United States heads into the Mid-term Elections. Supervisor of Elections Vicki Davis spent time recently with the grey-haired host of the Great American Senior Show, Sam Yates, to share real information and, hopefully, dispel some of the rumors and myths that have grown in intensity in recent months about the validity of el...
2022-05-0620 min
Secret LifeVicki Reece: I Let People Who've Wronged Me Live in My Head Rent-FreeWe all do it, don't we? Someone does something terrible to us, and we spend hours, days, months, sometimes even a lifetime thinking about this person; what they did, how they wronged us, what we would do when we see them again and let it taint our perception of our life. _____If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com.______To share your secret and be a guest on the show email secretlifepodcast@icloud.c...
2022-02-0726 min
Industry Elites"Scholarships Are The Key To Student Success" - Robert Davis MDOn this week’s episode of Industry Elites, Natalie and Vicki had the opportunity to chat with Robert Davis MD, who is the co-founder RD Heritage Group. Robert Davis keeps the company’s headquarters in Las Vegas, Nevada where he has resided for 17 years. Together they discuss the importance of scholarships for students, and the freedom it can provide them.Follow Robert Davis MD:Website - https://www.rdheritage.com/www.robertdavisscholarship.comLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-davis-87815b90Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Robert-Davis-of-RD-Heritage-Group-103938811234789
2021-07-2931 min
Raiders On The Record#14- Vicki Davis - Winter 2021Vicki Davis has a legacy of service to the Hastings community that has spanned almost 50 years as a teacher, coach, and administrator. She personally started multiple Raiders girls’ athletics programs in the early 1970s including basketball, volleyball, tennis, and track & field. She was also a sports official – she refereed Minnesota’s-first state championship game in girls basketball – as well as a Region Secretary that managed MSHSL section playoff tournaments for 30 sports per year. She is a member of the Minnesota State University-Mankato Hall of Fame, and the MSHSL Hall of Fame. Did you know that Vicki was the first girl to eve...
2021-03-1858 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher15 Ways to Make Google Classroom Better for EveryoneToday, I'm giving you another peek into my classroom, this time, to share tips for getting the most out of your Google Classroom. In this episode, you'll hear 15 better practices when using Google Classroom, from habits to technical tools. The full transcript is available on the show's blog post at: www.coolcatteacher.com/e708 Sponsor - Hāpara Google Classroom is great, but as education standards evolve, there are a few things lacking. Admin teams require better analytics. Students need a one-shot view of their tasks and want everything on one page. And as you k...
2020-10-2915 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherHow I Teach About Big Data and Lesson PlanIn this episode, I give you a peek into my classroom. I take a topic that isn't super simple -- databases -- and show how I teach it with 2 simple projects, some game based learning, concrete examples, and how my students all master the topic in five days. While you might not be interested in Big Data or Databases, it is part of your student's future and so it is good to be introduced to the topic. Of interest to most of you, however, will be how I plan lessons. I design ahead for common mistakes, use...
2020-10-2424 min
The Dr. Will Show PodcastVicki Davis (@coolcatteacher) - Be Kind And Good Things Will HappenMost importantly, Vicki is a classroom teacher and Instructional Technology director in southwest Georgia. She is into her eighteenth year of teaching at K12 and taught adults for five years before that. She graduated first her in Management Class at Georgia Tech in 1991 and has traveled the world talking about technology and reaching every student. Her philosophy to “innovate like a turtle” has transformed teachers around the world. Vicki’s heart is for today’s students and today’s teachers – both of whom have unique challenges of their own. Because two of her three children have learning differences, children who struggle...
2020-10-0757 min
Woo Woo in The Real WorldNavigating Unwelcome Change with Vicki Clark*This is a legacy episode from the earlier version of this show called "Unleash Your Soul Song" with Becki Fleischer.
Vicki Clark, an in-demand leadership consultant and coach, joined me today in an intimate and honest conversation about loss, letting go, accepting help, and being reborn. Her story takes us from living the American dream, to a complete life and mental breakdown, to rebirth through the painful embrace of loss and release. As if that wasn’t enough for one lifetime, like so many others, Vicki’s life and livelihood was upended by Covid-19 and she was force...
2020-09-2843 minGet Connected (PLN Building) Archives - Cool Cat Teacher BlogDon’t Fall Out of the Boat: Lessons for Life with Vicki DavisFrom the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts.
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Don’t Fall Out of the Boat with Vicki Davis
Today's 700th-anniversary message is a gift to teachers, educators, and parents everywhere. This show is a lifeline for those who need an anchor of purpose. Teachers have been confiding in Vicki that in such a turbulent time as this, many of them feel like they're careening along in a raft, in level five waters, with no en...
2020-09-1800 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherDon't Fall out of the Boat with Vicki DavisToday's 700th-anniversary message is a gift to teachers, educators, and parents everywhere. This show is a lifeline for those who need an anchor of purpose. Teachers have been confiding in Vicki that in such a turbulent time as this, many of them feel like they're careening along in a raft, in level five waters, with no end in sight. You can make it. Today is a special anniversary episode - a little longer than our usual one but from Vicki's heart to yours. Teachers, you matter! Your job is important! Sponsor: Today's sponsor, Trilogy Mentors is dedicated to...
2020-09-1831 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherHow to Create a Safe and Uplifting Classroom Environment this Fall with Joseph HamerWe don't know what the future holds but we know there are things we can do to help children cope with anxiety. We also know there are things we can do to be prepared for distance learning. Joseph Hamer, a second-grade teacher from Wichita Kansas, and author of Brain Awakes joins Vicki to discuss how to help students and teachers cope with anxiety and stress and how to create a safe and uplifting classroom this fall. Sponsor: This show is sponsored by Advancement Courses. Advancement Courses is a leader in online professional development, with over 280 courses in 20 different subje...
2020-08-2410 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherCourageous Conversations: Let's Talk about Fighting Racism, with Dr. Andrea Dozier and Vicki DavisToday, the topic of racism has brought about discussions of not only organizational reform but also reform in our personal perceptions. Today, Dr. Andrea Dozier and I will talk about hope in the midst of understanding. We approach this topic with humility and sincerity and I hope as you listen to our perspectives of being two different women living in the southern United States that we might come away realizing that we're not as different as we might think. In this podcast, we share our thoughts about working with others, dealing with injustice, and standing for positive change.
2020-07-1033 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherWhat Educational Leadership Looks Like Today with Dr. Joe SanfelippoLeadership in this season is difficult. Dr. Joe Sanfelippo talks about partnering with parents, the message he's sending to his community, and how we move forward from this challenging time towards the fall. Note from Vicki: The focus of this episode is specifically pandemic related as it was recorded two weeks ago. Other episodes relating to the events of this and last week are being recorded to share conversations relating to racial equity and injustice. www.coolcatteacher.com/e676 Dr. Joe Sanfelippo - Bio as Submitted Dr. Joe Sanfelippo is the Superintendent of t...
2020-06-0911 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher7 New Productivity Tools & Tips for Working from HomeWorking at home changes us. It has certainly changed me as has the time away from the physical presence of my students and colleagues. Despite that some teachers and administrators say they are working less - I'm working much more. So, my method of working has had to change as well. Here are the 8 Productivity Tools and tips I've started using while working from home. www.coolcatteacher.com/e674 Sponsor: Advancement Courses This Fall season is going to be different, but we're not sure how. Whatever happens, online learning will play a huge role in o...
2020-05-2918 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher6 Tips to Close Out the School Year in Google ClassroomGoogle Classroom has been the tool of choice for many schools. Did you know that you need to "close out" the school year to set yourself up for success in the fall? In this episode, Kasey and I discuss how to effectively close out the school year. Check the blog post for more links to Kasey's material on this important best practice for Google Classroom. www.coolcatteacher.com/e670 Sponsor: My friend Kasey Bell writes the Shake Up Learning Blog. Kasey is who I turn to when I need to train my teachers on Google Cl...
2020-05-2615 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherWhat Will School Be Like in the Fall after a COVID-19 Spring?Today Joseph Fatheree, award-winning teacher and thought-leader talks about the conversations administrators, policymakers, and teachers are having about what "the Fall" looks like in K12 education. There are so many scenarios that could be possible but Joseph shares his thoughts. I hope you'll share your thoughts on Twitter as we talk about this. www.coolcatteacher.com/e669 Sponsor: My friend Kasey Bell writes the Shake Up Learning Blog. Kasey is who I turn to when I need to train my teachers on Google Classroom and the Level 1 Google Classroom Teacher Certification Training. Right now, Kasey i...
2020-05-2417 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherSustainability Spotlight: How to Empower Students to Tackle Sustainability IssuesWe can tackle sustainability issues by empowering students. I would also think that this could apply to helping students be part of the solution for health in their communities and schools. Let's face it, if we're going to solve hard problems, we need lots of minds, hands, and feet involved in moving towards the solution. I recorded this some time ago, but you'll get some ideas (like I did) for what we can do now. www.coolcatteacher.com/e668 Sponsor: My friend Kasey Bell writes the Shake Up Learning Blog. Kasey is who I turn t...
2020-05-2109 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherBoom Cards: Engagement for Learning from a DistanceDuring distance learning, some teachers have found a new way to engage students -- Boom Cards. Mary Howard is one of those teachers. She says it excites her sixth grade students in New York and gives us the low-down on why Boom Cards are so exciting and how she uses them for assessment and learning. www.coolcatteacher.com/e667 Sponsor: My friend Kasey Bell writes the Shake Up Learning Blog. Kasey is who I turn to when I need to train my teachers on Google Classroom and the Level 1 Google Classroom Teacher Certification Training. Right n...
2020-05-2009 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherWhy Second and Third Chances Matter for KidsNew Hampshire State Teacher of the Year 2020, Kim Piper, works within the prison population of the state. She shares what she has learned from her time working with some amazing students in the prison system and compares it to what she learned as a middle school teacher as well. What she's discovered can help us all become better teachers who give second chances and more to those who struggle and need our love more than they need our condemnation. www.coolcatteacher.com/e666 Sponsor: My friend Kasey Bell writes the Shake Up Learning Blog. Kasey i...
2020-05-1910 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher50, Fit and Fantastic: How I Celebrated Quarantine Birthday with JoyThis past year, I turned 50, lost 50 pounds, and ran a half marathon. So much has happened recently. Challenges, ups and downs, and joys. We all have them and so do I. However, the discipline to lose the weight and to run 19.3 miles in 2 days has prepared me for this time in which we live. So, let's go on a journey of inspiration and conversation about what I'm thinking on this year's birthday! www.coolcatteacher.com/e660 Sponsor: See 10 Professional Development Courses to Improve Your Online Classroom which I shared recently on my blog. I share 10 imp...
2020-05-0420 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher4 Security Issues for Schools During Distance EducationSchools spend time, resources, and focus on security. Now, that security is moving online. What was once relegated to the IT department is now everybody's business. In today's show, I share four security issues that are on my mind. First, video conferencing security. Second, encouraging parents to conduct a security audit in the content management or learning management system you are using. Third, I talk about increasing awareness of social media manipulation by countries. Finally, I share what I think will be the next attempt to steal information from your students and teachers through spearphishing. See links...
2020-04-2412 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher21 Tools I Use to Manage Distance LearningToday I share the tool kit and tips that have helped streamline distance learning at my school. Check out the shownotes for the list of tools and links. www.coolcatteacher.com/e658 Sponsor:See 10 Professional Development Courses to Improve Your Online Classroom which I shared recently on my blog. I share 10 important concepts we need to level up as we transition to online learning. Today's sponsor Advancement Courses has courses you can take in each of these areas. See these and 280 online graduate-level PD courses at advancementcourses.com/coolcat and use the offer code COOL20 to sav...
2020-04-2419 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherThe Covid-19 Education Question: Is this Really Learning?As students learn from home, pundits and parents alike ask "is this really learning?" Yet, in every circumstance, students (and teachers) are learning something. What is it? www.coolcattecher.com/e657 Sponsor: See 10 Professional Development Courses to Improve Your Online Classroom which I shared recently on my blog. I share 10 important concepts we need to level up as we transition to online learning. Today's sponsor Advancement Courses has courses you can take in each of these areas. See these and 280 online graduate-level PD courses at advancementcourses.com/coolcat and use the offer code COOL20 to sa...
2020-04-2309 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherAll Systems Go – How We Went to Distance Learning without Missing a dayOn a Friday, we had school in our physical building. By Monday, we had more students in our online school that we had on the previous Friday. In this episode, 10 Minute Teacher host, Vicki Davis, talks to production editor Vicki Morgan about the story at her school as the students began distance learning due to #covid19 stay at home requirements. You'll learn the tips for onboarding, orienting, and teacher professional development that can help you as you also do this for your school. Sponsor: See 10 Professional Development Courses to Improve Your Online Classroom which I shared recently...
2020-04-2212 min
The OffGrid Podcast with Ralph and VickiOffGrid Episode #17 Special Guest - CJ Davis of Montana Decoy Co.On this episode of Ralph & Vicki's Off Grid podcast we're joined by special guest CJ Davis of the Montana Decoy Co. We talk about new products coming up for 2020 and also go over some different tactics and techniques for using and implementing decoys while you're hunting. Decoys aren't just for turkey or waterfowl hunters. Big Game hunters and predator hunters can benefit from using a decoy and this episode will help teach you how with ton's of great advice for using decoys.
2020-02-2859 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherWhy I #LoveTeaching with Vicki DavisAs part of #LoveTeaching week, I recorded some thoughts on why I love teaching. But I also have to share some of my heart about teaching, our future, and all of the amazing things our profession does for the future. Please share your story for #LoveTeaching week too! www.coolcatteacher.com/e629 Vicki Davis - Host Vicki Davis is a full-time classroom teacher and Instructional Technology Director. She has been blogging at the Cool Cat Teacher blog since 2005 and has traveled the world and written two books about edtech and collaborative technologies. She...
2020-02-2011 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherHow to Make Math Moments That MatterMath shouldn't break your heart. It should excite you and your students. But how? Let's move from boring, rote, repetitive math to a math class that sparks curiosity, makes sense and ignites joy. Kyle Pearce, co-creator of mathmoments.com gives us a high-level view of how every math teacher can make math moments that matter. Then, dig into the resources that help us do it. www.coolcatteacher.com/e598 Note from Vicki: This week is a whole week of motivational podcast episodes. Our regular theme days will return next week. Enjoy and have an amazing 2020.
2020-01-0811 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherHow to Help A Student Who Is Always In the Principal's OfficeSome students just seem to "live" in the principal's office. How do we help those students change their behavior and connect with their classmates and teachers? Today, award-winning principal, Andy Jacks, says that he spent most of his younger years in the principal's office. Some reached him and some did not, but it has shaped the discipline practices in his school. Certainly, Andy's "non-negotiables" when it comes to discipline may challenge the status quo in many schools. As you discuss discipline and reaching children, however, he has some important points to help all educators be more empathetic to the...
2020-01-0713 min
Instant Relevance PodcastEpisode 39 - Reaching All Students with Vicki Davis**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel**Welcome to the 3rd Season of the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview teacher, blogger, and the host of the '10 Minute Teacher Podcast' - Vicki Davis (@coolcatteacher). The hosts talk to Vicki about her passion for helping all teachers reach every student and the importance of self care in a challenging profession.More from Vicki Davis:-- coolcatteacher.com/Check out more from Denis:-- denissheeran.com/Check out more from Ray:-- blendedlearningnetwork.orgThe Instant Relevance Podcast is a me...
2019-11-3030 min
Instant Relevance PodcastEpisode 39 - Reaching All Students with Vicki Davis**Follow us on Twitter - @InstantRel**
Welcome to the 3rd Season of the Instant Relevance Podcast! Denis (@MathDenisNJ) and Raymond (@blended_math) interview teacher, blogger, and the host of the '10 Minute Teacher Podcast' - Vicki Davis (@coolcatteacher). The hosts talk to Vicki about her passion for helping all teachers reach every student and the importance of self care in a challenging profession.
More from Vicki Davis:
-- coolcatteacher.com/
Check out more from Denis:
-- denissheeran.com/
Check out more from Ray:
-- blendedlearningnetwork.or...
2019-11-3030 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherUsing Games to Help Reluctant Readers and Writers (and More)Dr. Lee Graham is working with teachers to teach them principles of game-based learning to teach writing. Her anecdotes of classroom behavior-changing results are - pardon the pun - game-changing. Learn more. www.coolcatteacher.com/e569 Dr. Lee Graham - Bio As Submitted Dr. Lee Graham teaches courses in educational technology and pre-service teaching at the State University of New York, College at Oneonta. Her initial contact with Verena Roberts and Vicki Davis in 2014 helped her to futher her understanding of game-based learning and open education. Publications: https://suny.academia.edu/Le...
2019-10-1110 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherHow to Empower TeachersAdministrators can empower teachers and principal Evan Robb shares some of the techniques. Evan is author of The Ten- Minute Principal and The Principal's Leadership Sourcebook: Practices, Tools, and Strategies for Building a Thriving School Community. www.coolcatteacher.com/e566 Evan Robb - Bio as Submitted Distinguished Principal, TEDx Speaker, Author Evan Robb is presently Principal of Johnson-Williams Middle School in Berryville, Virginia. He has over twenty years of experience serving as a building level principal including opening a Junior High School in Warren County, Virginia. Prior to being a...
2019-10-0810 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherHow to Help Bilingual StudentsDania Santana, author of the bilingual children's book, Sebastian's Game Day Surprise, and multicultural parenting expert, shares how we can reach bilingual students. She discusses the current thought on best supporting bilingual students. www.coolcatteacher.com/e559 Challenge Have a conversation with one of your bilingual students and reflect on their situation based on what you've learned in today's episode. I also share some responses to a recent question about engagement with ideas from teachers. What is the most engaging thing you've done in your classroom this w...
2019-09-1313 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher5 Strategies for Coaching Instructional ExcellenceSherry St. Clair gives us principles for effective instructional coaching. Targeted to both administrators, instructional coaches, and technology coaches - Sherry has five practical ideas to get us started. Sherry is the author of Coaching Redefined: A Guide to Leading Meaningful Instructional Growth. www.coolcatteacher.com/e540 Today's Challenge Today I challenge you follow Sherry's advice and build relationships. If you want some ideas, many people have shared their ideas on this tweet I asked about what schools do for fun. (You don't need Twitter to read it.) How do you...
2019-08-0911 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher5 Ways to Customize Your Teacher Professional Development This SummerTeachers need personal professional development. In today's episode, we're sharing five real-world examples of teachers who used their summer to improve their classroom and earn professional development credit. From combatting student anxiety, helping special needs students, rewriting a physics curriculum, building student relationships, and reducing stress school-wide -- these teachers use their learning to improve real-world problems. The post and podcast episode are sponsored by Advancement Courses. This episode includes advertorial content as I am interviewing the sponsor of the show. This happens one episode a year during the week of ISTE. www.coolcatteacher.com/e519 5...
2019-06-2111 min
Dear Daughters6 Secrets to Being a Good Mom | Vicki Courtney | DD 97Parenting in today’s world is always rapidly changing, so it makes me grateful to have a friend that’s a parenting expert. My friend, Vicki Courtney, is speaker and an author of many books about parenting including 5 Conversations You Must Have With Your Daughter and 5 Conversations You Must Have With Your Son. Vicki is a wife of 31 years, a mother of 3 grown children who all have families of their own, and she's a grandmother of 6. OH JOY! So she’s a spiritual mama with some homegrown experience. Together, we generated 6 secrets to being a good mom. I think yo...
2019-05-2955 min10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherGirls and STEM: The Google 20% Project That Encourages Girls to go Into STEMGirls and people of color need role models who look like them. Today's show is a team of people at Google who have done just that. Komal Singh is a Google Engineer and recruited other Google employees to participate in a powerful 20% time project that encourages girls to go into STEM. Learn about the project, the vision, and how you can share it with girls in. Ara the Star Engineer is a book to inspire girls. www.coolcatteacher.com/e474 *** Advancement Courses Sponsor: Advancement Courses, a 30-year leader in teacher PD, is kicking...
2019-04-1811 min
Wired EducatorWEP 125: Cool Cat Teacher, An Interview with Vicki DavisVicki Davis has been writing the Cool Cat Teacher blog for more than 12 years and has been an Edublog award finalist for Best Teacher Blog for most of those. Her blog is listed in the top 50 blogs in education and has more than 100,000 unique visitors who read this blog each month. Vicki was voted a top 5 twitterer in education by the Edublog awards in 2015, and named by Mashable as one of Twitter's Top 10 Rockstar teachers. Recently, Onalytica named Vicki as the top female edtech influencer on Twitter in December 2017 according to their statistical research. Vicki...
2019-03-2554 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherHow to Motivate Teachers to ChangeMotivating change in ourselves and others can be challenging but it can be done. Join Joy Kirr, 7th grade ELA Teacher, with surprising insight on why teachers really change! www.coolcatteacher.com/e421 Get Vicki Davis' weekly newsletter for teachers with freebies, ideas, and more at www.coolcatteacher.com/newsletter.
2019-01-2110 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherInjury Free VR, VR in Healthcare, and Future VR Classroom TrendsPreventing injuries during VR in the classroom and some interesting future VR trends in healthcare and the classroom. www.coolcatteacher.com/e413 The 40-Hour Workweek program will help you cut down the number of hours you spend on your job and help you become more productive. It closes on January 10, so check out www.coolcatteacher.com/40 and learn more about this fantastic program that Vicki recommends.
2019-01-0914 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherVR Nausea, Safety and other Virtual Reality Protocols to Keep Kids Healthy and LearningGot a VR Headset? Did you know some of them cause nausea? Jaime Donally, talks about virtual reality in the classroom and shares everything we need to know! Part 1 of 2 www.coolcatteacher.com/e412 The 40-Hour Workweek program will help you cut down the number of hours you spend on your job and help you become more productive. It closes on January 10, so check out www.coolcatteacher.com/40 and learn more about this fantastic program that Vicki recommends.
2019-01-0812 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherNever Yell and Other Classroom Management Secrets of a ProStacey Corrigan shares her classroom management secrets (and some mistakes). This show challenges teachers to reconsider what works (and doesn't) in their own classroom. www.coolcatteacher.com/e411 Sponsor: The 40-Hour Workweek program will help you cut down the number of hours you spend on your job and help you become more productive. It closes on January 10, so check out www.coolcatteacher.com/40 and learn more about this fantastic program that Vicki recommends.
2019-01-0716 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherSpecial Student Episode: "Ticked off Teens" Talk about Social MediaIn this episode, three of Vicki Davis' students share their thoughts about social media. This edtech tool Tuesday showcases three students with an opinion but also how podcasts can help students develop their voice. Show Notes: www.coolcatteacher.com/e312
2018-05-1507 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherVicki Davis: 7 Strategies I Use When Students Make Apps (or Do Any Genius Projects)Host Vicki Davis will give you 7 strategies to use for making apps, student passion projects, making movies, or any type of long-term project where you have the students brainstorm and create. Show Notes: www.coolcatteacher.com/e307 SMART's Give Greatness contest is today's sponsor. SMART wants to recognize educators across the globe who inspire greatness in their students, peers or community. Nominate your favorite educator at coolcatteacher.com/greatness. Each nominee and nominator will be entered to win a classroom technology package. The winning nominator and his or her nominee each win a $20,000 p...
2018-05-0815 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherLeadership, Vision & Problem Solving in Education #MondayMotivationSuperintendent Dr. Baron Davis talks about involving the community, solving problems, handling stress, and casting a vision. www.coolcatteacher.com/e156 Sponsor: Kids Discover Online is hosting a webinar - 10 Ideas for Excellent Inquiry Based Learning with me, Richard Byrne and Monica Burns on October 3 at 4:30 pm EDT. Learn more about their 150 history and science nonfiction texts that promote inquiry based learning at www.kidsdiscover.com/inquiry
2017-09-2510 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherIntegrating the Arts into Every SubjectThe graphic, performing, and theater arts are powerful allies for math, writing, and every subject you teach. As 2007 State Teacher of the Year in Rhode Island, Catherine Davis-Hayes is passionate about helping every teacher use the arts in their classroom. Today she shares techniques for teaching geometry and writing - but also a remarkable school-wide project. www.coolcatteacher.com/e153 Today's sponsor is Edpuzzle, a favorite #flipclass tool. Go to coolcatteacher.com/edpuzzle and sign up now to get 50K free curated video lessons for your school. Also, learn how to clip, pause, quiz, and...
2017-09-2012 min
Planning Period PodcastEpisode 12 – Vicki Davis, The Cool Cat TeacherWelcome to Episode 12 of the Planning Period Podcast, the break-room of education podcasts.In this week's episode, I talk to the one and only Vicki Davis, known online everywhere as the Cool Cat Teacher. She is an avid blogger, a massively connected educator, a podcaster, a classroom teacher, and a technology coordinator for a district. About the only thing that Vicki isn't is a sleeper.Vicki and I talk about a lot of topics in this episode, ranging from remembering that you control what's in your four walls, and often we let outside influences effect our kids, how...
2017-08-2553 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher5 Ideas to Build Your Personal Brand This SummerEvery teacher has a brand. Hear five ideas for developing your personal brand from host, Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher based on how she's built her brand for the last eleven years. Read the show notes at www.coolcatteacher.com/e90 about 5 hours after this show goes live on iTunes. Listen to the rest of the shows at www.coolcatteacher.com/podcast
2017-06-0210 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher5 Ways to Get a Laugh in Your ClassroomToday I'll tell some crazy stories about the lengths I'll go to get a laugh in my classroom.We're celebrating 50 episodes of the 10-Minute Teacher! Thanks for your support and sharing the show!!! These 5 ways are how I introduce a little laughter into my classroom and still get a lot done. Some ideas I'll share: Dress up and drama activities Humor on my flipped videos Using stories Changing the environment How to be in the moment with your students I'm Vicki Davis, the host of this show. I decided to do something kinda different for episo...
2017-04-0709 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherLarry Ferlazzo's Thoughts on Classroom ManagementLarry Ferlazzo @larryferlazzo discusses classroom management. Today, for Thought Leader Thursday, we're thinking about how we can all improve our classroom management skills. Larry shares tips from an "old pro" about how we can create a more successful classroom environment. (And a word on if it ever gets easier.) In today's Show, Larry discusses: The first ingredient in successful classroom management The important question we must ask ourselves about everything we do in the classroom How to encourage intrinsic motivation Something that happened in his classroom this week and how he handled it Larry's feelings on...
2017-03-3010 minDear DaughtersAuthor Vicki Courtney"God is not looking for perfect mothers to raise perfect daughters. He’s looking for imperfect mothers who are raising imperfect daughters in an imperfect world … and desperately dependent on a perfect God for the results." ~ Vicki Courtney Vicki Courtney is a wife, mother and grandmother. She is an author and ministry leader. She is also my friend. She is the kind of friend I can call to untangle questions about ministry, parenting, writing … and just about anything else. She is a woman full of wisdom and grace. I hope you enjoy my intervie...
2017-03-2258 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher31 Favorite Everyday Tech Tools of Vicki Davis @coolcatteacherHost Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher shares 31 of her favorite tools for filmmaking, productivity, classroom management, and health. Happy Tech Tool Tuesday and Happy Valentine's Day. Today you'll learn all kinds of tools that the host of the 10-Minute Teacher loves and uses just about every day. A full transcript of this show and the show notes are available at www.coolcatteacher.com/podcast as well as details on entering this month's giveaway contests.
2017-02-1410 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherGetting Started Using Twitter for Educational ExcellenceBilly Krakower (@wkrakower) co-author of 140 Twitter Tips for Educators talks about the benefits of Twitter for educators. Bill and host Vicki Davis (@coolcatteacher) share: * biggest mistakes * strategies for not getting overwhelmed * ideas of cool things teachers do on Twitter. Finally, Billy finishes up with the MOST EXCITING thing he's learned on Twitter, Breakout EDU's. So exciting, that our show tomorrow will be on this topic! Stay tuned! A full transcript of this show and the show notes are available at www.coolcatteacher.com/podcast as well as details on...
2017-02-0709 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherScience Kits with Love from Kansas to HaitiMatt Clay is a science teacher in Ness City, Kansas and a doctoral student in education at the University of Northern Colorado researching environmental experiences. Matt is helping his science students create science kits for students in Haiti. So many bored, unexcited students. Today's students want to do meaningful work in all of their subjects. But it can be so hard for teachers to relate their content to real world problems. In today's show, Matt Clay talks to Vicki Davis on 10MT about how he saw a need and is rallying his science classes to meet that...
2017-02-0108 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherSecrets for Teaching Great Writing in the Classroom by Using Peer ReviewJennifer Burgin teaches amazing 2nd graders at Oakridge Elementary in Arlington, Virginia. She was named Oakridge Teacher of the Year and Arlington Public Schools Teacher of the Year in 2016. Too many teachers are working too hard to teach writing. When the teacher is "queen of the classroom" and has to do everything (review, give feedback, find mistakes) it either burns out the teacher or frustrates the students. Today's show will help teachers solve this problem by learning the fundamentals of facilitating peer review that works. Starting at the beginning with simple steps and moving towards a...
2017-02-0108 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherSue and Mrs. ScruggsDo you realize just how important you are as a teacher? Sometimes people say, "Thank you for all you do" but do they really understand just what I do? I heard this story several years a go from someone dear to me that completely transformed my life and understanding about how remarkable we teachers truly are. My name is Vicki Davis. I am best known for blogging at the Cool Cat Teacher Blog and for my sharing on Twitter where I have 136,741 Twitter as of the day I released this show. I previously hosted the show Every...
2017-02-0108 min