Episode 320: Creativity in Young Children: What Science Tells Us and Our Hearts Know with Dr. Zachary Stier & Tom Rendon In this episode of My EdTech Life, I’m joined by returning guest Dr. Zachary Stier and first-time guest Tom Rendon to explore their new book Creativity in Young Children: What Science Tells Us and Our Hearts Know. We dive deep into the intersection of creativity, child development, advocacy, and play—discussing what it means to truly nurture creativity in early learning enviro...

Episode 304: Amplifying Student Voices with Bonnie Nieves In this episode of My EdTech Life, I sit down with my great friend, Bonnie Nieves, to discuss the power of amplifying student voices, fostering engagement, and embracing new challenges in the classroom. Bonnie shares her experience transitioning from high school to 6th-grade science, creating meaningful learning opportunities, and her passion for student-led podcasting. This is an inspiring episode filled with actionable strategies fo...

Blending Creativity, Education, and Technology with Manuel Herrera Welcome to another inspiring episode of My EdTech Life! Today, we sit down with the multi-talented Manuel Herrera, an illustrator, educator, and consultant, to discuss his journey through education, creativity, and EdTech. Manuel shares how his passion for drawing and creativity has shaped his career and inspired countless students and educators. Get ready for an engaging conversation full of actionable insights and inspirati...

Screencastify Transforms Classroom Communication Join me as I dive into the power of video in education with Shaun. We will discuss innovative ways to enhance learning, improve communication with parents, and save teachers valuable time. I will share my own experiences using Screencastify in the classroom and district-wide, while Shaun will provide insights on their latest features and their impact on learning. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction and welcome 2:27 - Shaun's background and role ...

Risk, Create & Inspire with Claudio Zavala Jr. Join me for an inspiring conversation with Claudio Zavala Jr., Adobe for Education Evangelist, as he shares his journey from classroom teacher to creative innovator. Discover how Claudio's diverse experiences and passion for creativity have shaped his approach to education and technology. Time Stamps: 00:00:30 - Introduction and welcome 02:43 - Claudio's background in education and journey with Adobe 07:26 - The importance of creativity and ove...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Willie Thomas III, the Director of Media Integration at Robinson ISD. An Adobe Creative Innovator, published author, speaker, and passionate presenter, Willie has dedicated his life to integrating technology seamlessly into education. We'll learn more about his educational journey, explore the essence of his creative path, and discuss the pivotal role of creativity in the classroom. Willie firmly believes in equipping students with the tools they nee...