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Aug. 31, 2024

Episode 114: Get Innovative! Strategies for Personal & Instructional Innovation

Episode 114: Get Innovative! Strategies for Personal & Instructional Innovation

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2395968/open_sms) Jorge Valenzuela is an education coach, author, and advocate. His work focuses on improving teacher preparation in instructional innovation, project-based learning, STEM pathways, and SEL integration across the curriculum. Jorge is the lead coach at Lifelong Learning Defined and provides professional development on behalf of…

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Aug. 31, 2024

Episode 112: Get STEAMed! Steam Programs to Support Student Success

Episode 112: Get STEAMed! Steam Programs to Support Student Success

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2395968/open_sms) STEAMed Drones' CEO, Stevenson Demorcy, believes high expectations trump all obstacles. As a young learner, Stevenson participated in STEAM programs to help him transition from ESL/ELL to Special Education, General education, Honors, and later Advanced Placement. After achieving his Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and…

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Aug. 31, 2024

Episode 111: Get Fungible! From Product Development to NFT Founder

Episode 111: Get Fungible! From Product Development to NFT Founder

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2395968/open_sms) Leslie Weitz is an NFT Project founder and always looking for ways to share family-friendly content in the cryptocurrency space with parents. Join me as I interview Leslie about why this matters so much. Connect on Twitter! https://twitter.com/myedtechlife Visit the My EdTech Life Podcast page!…

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Aug. 31, 2024

Episode 110: Get Inspired! From Preschool to Prosperity

Episode 110: Get Inspired! From Preschool to Prosperity

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2395968/open_sms) Each year, millions of preschoolers walk into classrooms for the first time excited about learning and elated to start their journey of education. By their freshman year in high school, those same students dread attending school, with many dropping out. Andre explores where the gap…

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Aug. 31, 2024

Episode 109: Get Passionate! Innovative Ways to Leverage Technology

Episode 109: Get Passionate! Innovative Ways to Leverage Technology

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2395968/open_sms) In this episode, Stacey Roshan discusses how to use technology in the classroom to help engage students and get them passionate about learning. We will explore a variety of ways that teachers can use technology to help their students learn, from online tools to flipped…

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Aug. 31, 2024

Episode 108: Get Coding! Computer Science & Culture

Episode 108: Get Coding! Computer Science & Culture

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2395968/open_sms) What does culture have to do with coding? Victor Hicks will share how computer science and culture intersect. Victor will also share some great tech tools he is using to help kids develop computational thinking skills. Connect on Twitter! https://twitter.com/myedtechlife Visit the My EdTech Life…

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Aug. 31, 2024

Episode 107: Get Badged: Professional Growth & EdTech Badges

Episode 107: Get Badged: Professional Growth & EdTech Badges

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2395968/open_sms) In an ever-changing digital world, it's more important than ever for educators to keep up with the latest trends and technologies in order to provide the best possible learning experience for their students. Join me as I chat with Trevor Terry about Professional Growth &…

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Aug. 31, 2024

Episode 105: Get Inspired! Real-life Educator & Edupreneur Stories

Episode 105: Get Inspired! Real-life Educator & Edupreneur Stories

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2395968/open_sms) Meet Dr. Sarah Thomas, a real-life educator, and edupreneur who will share how she turned her passion for teaching into a successful publishing business. Connect on Twitter! https://twitter.com/myedtechlife (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa2wtVUtPSFAtODJpMVhOUE01R1JwazBucFUwd3xBQ3Jtc0tub1RvQk1WQW9Way0zZWI4MEVNc05kai0zcUNWakE4TjRIbDQzb0hrbHRyYUxtMVpKZVRTN0gtNWJuOHZNQ1c5ZEc4RmlmTFVRZFlLanEtRTFrOGxnei1seWhqYTdSMDJYeGUyWV9QOWcyU2d3RkJhSQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fmyedtechlife) Visit the My EdTech Life Podcast page! https://www.myedtech.life/ (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWRWTWN4TFA4eThKS3JRV0cybEh6MVNpNG9Td3xBQ3Jtc0tuaUpleVZxdHY2YUFIM2c3bGNsdHVkRDRKd1JTYkdONUdFY051ZWJQbTc3ZHF0S3BscjcyeFgyeG42NmpPdkZMNmdVQUZFNzNrQVluaVFjRmhzOHBpckZReU5WMmdONVc1MHcwMDBFNU9aZmtnRW5Ubw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.myedtech.life%2F) Buy me a coffee to keep the…

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Aug. 31, 2024

Episode 104: What’s Your Story? The Power of Personal Branding for Educators.

Episode 104: What’s Your Story? The Power of Personal Branding for Educators.

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2395968/open_sms) What's your story? In this episode, I talk with Vernon Wright about the importance of personal branding for educators. Your story is what makes you unique and it's what will set you apart from other educators. Vernon will share tips for creating a powerful personal…

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Aug. 31, 2024

Episode 103: Life on the Border and Bilingual Education

Episode 103: Life on the Border and Bilingual Education

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2395968/open_sms) Dr. Edith Treviño, also known as “Dr. ET” is a professional education consultant. Dr. ET is also a dynamic storyteller, collector of stories, author, advocate of language, wife, mother, and passionate educator who lives and teaches in La Frontera. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/myedtechlife/support Support…

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Aug. 31, 2024

Episode 209: Harnessing AI for Effective Teaching with Eduaide.AI

Episode 209: Harnessing AI for Effective Teaching with Eduaide.AI

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2395968/open_sms) Join us in this episode as we explore the power of AI in education with Eduaide.AI. We'll discuss how this platform empowers teachers to create engaging and personalized learning experiences, transforming the traditional classroom environment. We'll dive into the platform's unique features and how these…

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Aug. 31, 2024

Episode 208: Exploring AI's Impact in the Classroom

Episode 208: Exploring AI's Impact in the Classroom

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2395968/open_sms) In this insightful episode, we dive into a fascinating conversation centered on AI in Education with Nicole (https://inspiracreateedu.com/) , a dedicated bilingual educator and co-founder of Inspira Create Education. With her extensive experience in curriculum development and a passion for shaping students' futures through culturally…

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Aug. 31, 2024

Episode 100: How To Create Meaningful Change?

Episode 100: How To Create Meaningful Change?

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2395968/open_sms) George Couros is a worldwide leader in the area of innovative teaching, learning, and leading, and has a focus on innovation as a human endeavor. In his 20 plus years in the field of education, he has worked at all levels of school, from K-12…

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Aug. 31, 2024

Episode 99: Universal Design for Learning & Multi-Tiered Systems of Support

Episode 99: Universal Design for Learning & Multi-Tiered Systems of Support

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2395968/open_sms) Katie Novak, Ed.D., is an internationally renowned education consultant, author, graduate instructor at the University of Pennsylvania, and a former Assistant Superintendent of Schools in Massachusetts. With 19 years of experience in teaching and administration, an earned doctorate in curriculum and teaching, and ten published…

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Aug. 31, 2024

Episode 245: Derivita's Blueprint for Modern Math Learning

Episode 245: Derivita's Blueprint for Modern Math Learning

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2395968/open_sms) In this revealing episode of My EdTech Life, we invite Devlin Daley (https://www.linkedin.com/in/devlindaley/) , the co-founder and CEO of Derivita (https://www.derivita.com/) , to discuss his revolutionary math platform and its impact on K-12 education and beyond. From Devlin's early journey as a computer science student…

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Aug. 31, 2024

Episode 113: Get Badged! Ignite Your District's Professional Development

Episode 113: Get Badged! Ignite Your District's Professional Development

Send us a text (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2395968/open_sms) Katie serves as the Director for Curriculum & Technology Integration at Forward Edge in Cincinnati, Ohio, working closely with district leaders to help them identify the needs of their staff, plan professional development (PD) for educators, and implement the PD with staff. Connect on Twitter!…

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Aug. 25, 2024

Episode 291: Reimagining Education's Future

Episode 291: Reimagining Education's Future

Episode 291 Reimagining Education's Future with Anna Shildrick and Lucy Hutchinson Hey everyone, Fonz here from My EdTech Life! In this episode, I sit down with the amazing Anna Sheldrick and Lucy Hutchinson, two passionate educators making connections in the world of AI and education. We dive deep into the…

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Aug. 22, 2024

Episode 290: Arielle Nissenblat

Episode 290: Arielle Nissenblat

From Listener to Podcast Leader with Arielle Nissenblatt Hey everyone, Fonz here from My EdTech Life! In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Arielle Nissenblatt, a podcast industry expert and community manager at Descript. We dive deep into the world of podcasting, exploring its evolution and offering practical…

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Aug. 18, 2024

Episode 289: Matt Karabinos

Episode 289: Matt Karabinos

Balancing Technology and Human Intelligence Join Fonz and Matthew Karabinos for an insightful discussion on the evolving landscape of education, the role of AI in the classroom, and the importance of digital literacy. Matthew, a passionate 6th-grade teacher with a diverse background as a musician and former oil field worker,…

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Aug. 11, 2024

Safeguarding Students From AI Risks

Safeguarding Students From AI Risks

In this episode of My EdTech Life, I welcome Michael Copass, an experienced science teacher and AI education advocate. We discuss the rapid integration of AI in education, its potential benefits, and the critical need for responsible implementation. 0:00 - Introduction and welcome 1:31 - Michael's background in education and…

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Aug. 1, 2024

Episode 287: Sophie Theodorou

Episode 287: Sophie Theodorou

AI Hype Exploits Educator Expertise with Sophie Theodorou In this episode of My EdTech Life, I sit down with Sophie Theodorou to unpack the complex relationship between educators and EdTech companies in the age of AI. From the allure of "ambassador" programs to the ethical concerns surrounding data privacy, we…

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July 22, 2024

Episode 286: AI Literacy in Academia

Episode 286: AI Literacy in Academia

Join me as I welcome Jessica Parker, Ed.D., and Dr. Kimberly Becker, co-founders of Moxie. In this episode of My EdTech Life, my guests unpack the complexities of AI in academic settings, from AI literacy to the concept of a "post-plagiarism era." Jessica and Kimberly offer great insights into how…

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June 25, 2024

Episode 285: Claudio Zavala Jr.

Episode 285: Claudio Zavala Jr.

Risk, Create & Inspire 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. 00:00:30 - Introduction and…

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June 24, 2024

From DJ Decks to Amplifying Creativity

From DJ Decks to Amplifying Creativity

DJ Decks to Amplifying Creativity Join me for an inspiring conversation with Joe Santiago, Adobe Education Evangelist, as he shares his journey from DJ to tech support to educator to creativity champion. Discover how Joe is revolutionizing education by infusing creativity into learning and empowering both students and teachers. In…

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