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Jan. 8, 2023

The Art Of ISS

Meet Johnathan Cranford, a teacher who shattered the traditional ISS method. He has made his classroom a model program for other districts. Find out how to revolutionize in-school suspensions at your school. https://www.myedtech.life/artofiss/ #myedtechlife #artofiss #connect #learn #inspire #education #teacher #iss #podcast #myedtechlife #activelearning #connect #learn #inspire #edtech #techcoach #learningexperience…

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Jan. 8, 2023

Learning Should Be an Experience

Learning shouldn’t be a one-way street. Let’s get kids involved and engaged in the process—that’s where the real learning happens! Check out what @jared_edtech_ology shares in Ep.159. https://www.myedtech.life/techcoach/ #myedtechlife #activelearning #connect #learn #inspire #edtech #techcoach #learningexperience #teacher #educator #podcast

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Jan. 7, 2023

Episode 164: Labster: Virtual Labs-Empower The Next Generation of Scientists

Bonnie Nieves and SJ Boulton are joining me Saturday morning, and we'll show you how Labster Virtual Lab has taken education to the next level. This incredible platform combines cutting-edge simulations with real-world scenarios that let students acquire knowledge and gain experience that they would otherwise never be able to.…

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Jan. 4, 2023

Episode 163: Novel Effect-Bringing Stories to Life

There's a new way to bring your favorite stories to life. With Novel Effect, you can listen to audiobooks with stunning visuals and sound effects that make you feel like you're right in the story. Novel Effect is the perfect app for you, whether you're a kid who loves to…

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Jan. 2, 2023

Episode 161: What’s Their Why? Exploring Motivation & Engagement in Learning

Daren is a highly accomplished and respected leader in education, with 23 years of experience as a teacher and ten years as a Senior Leader. He has led on various elements, including KS3, KS5, Curriculum, Data, and Assessment, and is currently the Academic Technologies Lead for Academies Enterprise Trust, one…

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Jan. 2, 2023

Adapt in 2023

The year 2023 is going to be full of fresh opportunities and trying times. It’s essential for anyone looking for success to be able to quickly adjust their strategy and never miss out. Adaptability is key, so don’t get stuck in one spot if things start looking rough. The world…

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Dec. 28, 2022

Episode 160: Transforming In-School Suspension

Are you tired of traditional in-school suspension programs that don't seem to work? Meet Johnathan, a special education teacher with over a decade of experience in the field. After seeing firsthand how current ISS programs were failing our most at-risk students, he decided to take matters into his own hands…

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Dec. 27, 2022

Episode 159: Instructional Technology Coach: EdTech Thinker, Tinkerer and Coach

Jared is a Google for Education Certified Coach, Trainer, and Innovator. Jared is passionate about empowering teachers not to be afraid of technology integration in teaching and learning but to use it to innovate their practices to impact student learning in meaningful ways through coaching, mentoring, & speaking at conferences.…

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Dec. 27, 2022

You Can’t Intervention Your Way Out of a Weak Tier 1!

Don’t try to intervention your way out of a weak Tier 1-it’s not gonna work. Listen to what @KatieNovakUDL shares in Ep. 99 of The @MyEdTechLife Podcast. myedtech.life/katienovak/ #myedtechlife #mtss #tier1 #education #intervention #katienovak

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Dec. 27, 2022

Listen First and Connect

Showing someone a better solution can be surprisingly easy - if you know how to listen and connect with them first. Listen to all the #awesomesauce @Jenallee share in this episode! www.myedtech.life/jenallee/ #myedtechlife #connect #learn #inspire #listenfirstthenconnect

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Dec. 22, 2022

Episode 158: One Mission: Make Learning Accessible & Fun for All!

Join me as I welcome Janelle to the show! In this episode, Janelle share their firsthand experience of what it takes to create learning environments that are equal parts accessible and enjoyable. Learn tools and techniques to help make learning easy, no matter the subject or difficulty level. Plus, discover…

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Dec. 22, 2022

Episode 157: Design & STEM: How To Grow a Passionate Community in Education

Tonight we are joined by Jason Reagin, M.Ed., Design & STEM: How to Grow a Passionate Community in Education. Explore the ins and outs of fostering meaningful relationships and developing an engaged community that loves learning. With Jason's guidance, you'll learn key strategies for growing engagement, developing trust, and encouraging…

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Dec. 21, 2022

Crypto, Web3 and NFTs in K-12

Get your kids ready to learn about NFTs, crypto coding, and more - the future of finance starts NOW with K-12 education! Listen to what Kevin Chaja shares in Ep. 156! www.myedtech.life/chaja/ #myedtechlife #NFT #Web3 #connect #learn #inspire #education #edtech

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Dec. 21, 2022

Episode 156: ARVR Innovation: Exploring the Possibilities

Get ready to explore cutting-edge ARVR innovation and technology with Kevin Chaja! Hear about his co-creation of Moment AR, a revolutionary augmented reality tool for autism and mental health, followed by the release of Hippoe, an innovative, customizable card game for iOS and Android. Tune in for insight into where…

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Dec. 19, 2022

Struggling Students

Not all struggling learners get identified at an early age - some slip through the cracks before they can get help. Listen to Ep.155 with Stephanie LoFaro as she shares her story myedtech.life/stephlofaro/ #MyEdTechLife #ChampioningChange #Education #Dyslexia

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Dec. 17, 2022

Episode 155: Overcoming Dyslexia: From Struggling Student to Master's Degree

Stephanie LoFaro began a teaching career coaching the GED program and teaching ESL to adult learners at the community college level before moving into Tech to honor her Info Sys bachelor's degree. After six years of corporate, she began her journey into her M.Ed. program at Colorado State University, where…

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Dec. 16, 2022

How Did Classcraft Begin?

“My journey as an educator led me to create Classcraft; the perfect tool for teachers who want their students to be intrinsically motivated in the classroom!” Listen to this amazing episode with Shawn Young, CEO of @classcraftgame! https://www.myedtech.life/classcraft/ #myedtechlife #classcraft #connect #learn #inspire #podcast #gamification

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Dec. 15, 2022

Episode 154: Classcraft: Driving Learning Outcomes Through Intrinsic Motivation

It's an exciting time to talk to Shawn Young, CEO of Classcraft. Classcraft has already gained incredible success, revolutionizing the classroom experience with its groundbreaking tools and technologies. From providing new insights into student behavior to helping teachers create positive and engaging classroom cultures, it's no surprise that this innovative…

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Dec. 14, 2022

Episode 153: gotLearning? Growth Over Time

Mike has been in education all his life either as a student, middle school teacher, K-12 technology professional developer, school district EdTech director, K-12 industry consultant and business development, educational publishing and professional development executive, middle school and high school teacher, librarian, and EdTech entrepreneur - actually in that order.…

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Dec. 12, 2022

Be Yourself!

It’s OK if other people don’t understand the amazing qualities that make you, YOU! Your uniqueness is your superpower and no one can take that away from you. It’s important to remember that what may seem strange or unfamiliar to other people highlights your individuality. Embrace all of your amazing…

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Dec. 12, 2022

EDCI 8371: Ungrading: Focus on Learning and Not the Grade

This semester, Cesar and I have been working hard together as doctoral students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley on our topic of study: ungrading. For those unfamiliar with the term, ungrading is a form of evaluation in which there are no grades or strict metrics; instead, feedback…

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Dec. 10, 2022

One Step At A Time

The world provides ample opportunities to expand and grow, even if some days it doesn't seem like it. There are always challenges and dreams to strive for, each taking us a step closer to achieving our goals. Whether we’re looking to reach a certain milestone or just achieve stability in…

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Dec. 9, 2022

Think Outside The Box

Don't be afraid to try out something new, it'll push you to be more creative and may even help you find success where others have failed. That's why I'm committed to being the one who takes a different approach - the rewards are worth it! #myedtechlife #connect #learn #inspire #motivate…

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Dec. 8, 2022

Don’t Worry About Yesterday

Life is unpredictable and full of surprises - it’s impossible to predict what will happen in the future. We should always strive to make today our best day because that’s all we have control over. #myedtechlife #connect #learn #inspire #motivate #todayistheday #makethebestoftoday

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