My EdTech Life
Hear stories and insights from educators that highlight the challenges and successes in the classroom, fostering community and shared growth.
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April 17, 2021

Episode 58: Ignite A Spark

On this show we are joined Amanda Macias, Instructional Coach, from Fontana, California. We had a great conversation about wearing many hats, unsubscribing to learning loss, building relationships and community within our schools and Esports. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Guest: Amanda Macias
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April 10, 2021

Episode 56: Break Things. Try Stuff. with Bonnie Chelette

We had a great conversation with Bonnie Chelette this morning where we talked about Google Innovator, work and projects and how pivots are not always a bad thing. Get to know Bonnie a little better and why she is a well known global leader in education. Questions we covered. What’s the biggest challenge you have with your specific role right now and how are you going to overcome it? What’s the biggest surprise you’ve had in the last few months and why? How do you continue to learn in order t...
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April 7, 2021

Episode 55: Stephanie Rothstein

Today, I had the opportunity to interview my great friend Stephanie Rothstein. Stephanie is a passionate educator and leader that is making waves in the education community. Today I had the opportunity to have a nice conversation with Stephanie to and hear about her passion for education and her future projects. Here are the questions that we covered. 1. What is one thing you wish you knew when you started your career? 2. If you don't mind sharing, what is your biggest failure and what did you...
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March 13, 2021

Episode 52: Work & Life: A True Balancing Act

Luis has been in education for over 20 years, he now has students that are children of former students which makes him feel ancient. He’s the Technology Integrator for Colegio Marymount in Barranquilla, Colombia. He’s a recent Google Certified Innovator (NYC19!) and lives life to the mantra: Work smarter not harder, Which he tries to instill in his students and fellow teachers. On this episode we talk about how to find that balance between work and home life. Luis shared his experience with us ...
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March 6, 2021

Episode 51: Who is Tisha Poncio?

In this show we get to have a genuine and honest conversation with the amazing Tisha Poncio. We talked about the importance of relationships, creativity, tech and empowering students and more. You won't want to miss this great and inspiring conversation that will allow you to learn more about my friends passion for education. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
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Feb. 27, 2021

Episode 49: Empowering Educators to Talk About Mental Health

After 11 years as a Primary School Teacher with a specialism in Computing and Maths, Cat became a freelance EdTech consultant with the goal of supporting schools in teaching computing as well as using technology affectively to support teaching and learning. As a Raspberry Pi Certified Educator, Apple Distinguished Educator and Google Innovator, Cat likes to be at the forefront of technology and it's use in schools & is passionate about supporting educators around the world and has travelled to B...
Guest: Cat Lamin
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Feb. 24, 2021

Episode 48: Amplify Your Voice Through Creativity

Claudio is a digital media consultant based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and currently Digital Designer at Burleson ISD. He is passionate about fostering creativity in the classroom and using digital tools to engage learners. In addition, he enjoys helping individuals, entrepreneurs and small business owners build their design and build their brands. Claudio is an Adobe Spark Ambassador and Adobe Education Leader. He has presented at various national and regional conferences including ISTE, SXS...
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Feb. 20, 2021

Episode 47: From Classroom Teacher to Administrator

AJ Bianco opens up and shares his passion for education and his transition from classroom teacher to an administrative role. AJ and I also talk about his inspiring podcast called The ReflectED Podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Guest: AJ Bianco
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Feb. 17, 2021

Episode 46: ETwinz: Embajadores de la Educación

Los gemelos Herraez son grandes embajadores de la educación y su importancia. Abogan por las prácticas educativas del siglo XXI. Han sido presentados por numerosos periódicos de todo el mundo como El Mundo (España), Salamanca 24h (España), el diario de Valladolid (España) y The Globe and Mail (Canadá) entre muchos otros. Además, los eTwinz han participado en algunos programas de radio nacionales como La Cope (España) como expertos en transformación digital y aprendizaje del siglo XXI. Follow me...
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Feb. 13, 2021

Episode 45: Perseverance and Diving in Headfirst!

What could possibly happen by diving in headfirst into technology? Well, Frederick Ballew will share an inspiring story of what one can accomplish through perseverance and diving in headfirst. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
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Feb. 6, 2021

Episode 43: Enchancing Instructional Coach & Educator Practice

In this episode, I am joined by the 3 Caffeinated Coaches! Georgina, Shannon, and Becky will talk about how they are helping our educator community by enhancing the practices of instructional coaches/educators/leaders through their podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
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Jan. 30, 2021

Episode 42: A Journey From IT Technician to Google Innovator

Join us for a great show as Abid Patel shares his journey in the tech world by moving from IT Technician, IT Director, Google Innovator and Innovator Academy Coach. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Guest: Abid Patel
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Jan. 27, 2021

Episode 41: Red personal de aprendizaje y grupos GEG

En este programa José Ontiveros de Argentina y Carlos Espinoza de Guayaquil compartieron lo importantes que se convirtieron las redes de aprendizaje personal y cómo crecieron en América Latina. Compartieron cómo estas redes se convirtieron en familes sin fronteras gracias a las plataformas de redes sociales. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
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Jan. 20, 2021

Episode 39: Unconventional: Ways to Thrive in EDU

On this episode Rachelle Dene Poth joins us to chat about the importance of relationships and igniting a passion for knowledge in our students. She also shares how teacher can begin to explore the world beyond the classroom and how they can reach out to their PLNs for support. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support the show
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Jan. 13, 2021

Episode 37: El valor de grupos profesionales para nuestro aprendizaje con Gerardo Navarrete

En este episodio Gerardo y yo hablamos de lo importantes que son las redes de aprendizaje personal como educadores. Gerardo comparte apasionadamente sus antecedentes como profesor en México y nos explica cómo las redes de aprendizaje profesional son una gran recurso de información para todos nosotros. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
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Jan. 6, 2021

Episode 36: My EdTech Life Presents: A Teacher PD & Growth Mindset Conversation with Dr. Dan Kreiness

In this episode, Dr. Dan Kreiness and I talk about our experiences with teacher professional development and growth mindset. Dr. Kreiness shares some great insight on how he helps teachers using the following powerful acronym SCOPE. SCOP(E²) Set clear expectations. Comfort, address discomfort, and take time to make them feel comfortable. Opportunities, coaching them. Purpose, how do I fit into this collective idea. Enthusiasm, have people buy into it. Empower people. --- Support this podca...
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Dec. 23, 2020

Episode 35: My EdTech Life Presents: A Personal Journey from Pharmacy to Innovative Educator with Pilar Hernandez

Pily is a Google Innovator from Monterrey, Mexico with a passion for education, but that was not always her plan. Join us as Pily shares her personal journey into education and how she is making a big impact on the global educator community! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
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Dec. 16, 2020

Episode 34: My EdTech Life Presents: International and Cultural Shifts in Education with Mel Aveling

Join us for a great show with my friend Mel Aveling as she shares her experience teaching in Taiwan and in Colombia. Mel also shares the power of PLNs and how helpful they are during these times. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
Guest: Mel Aveling
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Dec. 5, 2020

Episode 32: My EdTech Life Presents A Growth Mindset Conversation with Chelsea Robberson

We are joined by Chelsea Robberson who passionate about disrupting the status-quo of education by pushing forward the mission of others with this same thinking. In this conversation, we get real about Growth Mindset and how it all comes down to building relationships. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/supportSupport the show
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Oct. 17, 2020

Episode 27: My EdTech Life Presents: Rock Your Class with Steven "Etienne" Langlois

Whether teaching in a classroom, online, or homeschooling, effective learning is all about engaging students with a wide variety of strategies and activities. ROCK YOUR CLASS is carefully curated educator wisdom from A to Z, capturing the essentials of being a great teacher. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myedtechlife/support
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Oct. 10, 2020

Episode 26: My EdTech Life Presents: Esports with Chris Aviles

Joining us today is Chris Aviles who is a co-author of the highly anticipated book titled The Esports Education Playbook. Chris will talk to us about his experience in the world of Esports and how you can start a program in your district. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myedtechlife/support
Guest: Chris Aviles
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Aug. 29, 2020

Episode 22: My EdTech Life Presents! The Edugals

Joining us on the show are Dr. Rachel Johnson and Katie Attwell from Ontario, Canada joined us on the show to talk about Tech Integration through Podcast. Rachel and Katie work for the same school district and when school closed they found the time to click on the record button to start a series of podcasts geared towards helping their district teachers and other educators integrate technology. You can find their podcast and blogs at Edugals.com. You can also find them on Twitter @Edugals on Twi...
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Aug. 22, 2020

Episode 21: #ThisIsMe Movement with Dr. Shantel Scott

Dr. Shantel is an amazing educator and consultant that does amazing work with empowering educator and students alike. Dr. Shantel has also started the #ThisIsMe Movement that designs educational opportunities that empower women and girls to boldly elevate their voices and claim their space in the world by changing their personal narratives. You can check out Dr. Shantel's page at TheLearningdr.com. You can find her on Twitter @TheLearningDr and you can follow her on Instagram @thisismemvmt. ---...
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Aug. 15, 2020

Episode 20: Content Creation & Exercising Your Creative Muscles with Al Thomas

This week we had a great time talking about content creation and exercising our creative muscles with Al Thomas. Has has served in various capacities in the field of education and has the ability to bring his creativity to new heights because of his experience. Al encourages us to simply create because, "you don't know who is waiting on you to do that thing" to inspire others. You can find some amazing resources on Al's page at educopilot.com and you can follow Al on Instagram @educopilot and Tw...
Guest: Albert Thomas