Students Who Are Falling Through the Cracks: How Do You Catch Them?
They are often the quiet students but they can also be the ones who seem to be doing very well. How do we identify students who may be falling through the cracks?
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Harvey Alvy has served as a teacher, principal, and university professor, and was honored to be a National Distinguished Principal. He is the author of Fighting for Change in Your School: How to Avoid Fads and Focus on Substance , and co-author of Learning From Lincoln: Leadership Practices for School Success.
Nancy Blair is a middle school principal in Georgia. She previously served as a school improvement consultant. Tom Whitby is former contributing Editor at SmartBrief, founder of #Edchat, Twitter-Using Educators, and NYSCATE Network.
26 January 2019, 7:16 pm
10 minutes 41 seconds
Unpacking Microsoft Learning Tools
This week we take a look at the suite of the education tools built into Microsoft 365.
Kathi Kersznowski is a Technology Integration Specialist in southern NJ. She is a blogger, national presenter, keynote speaker, proud MIE expert and Master Trainer, and insatiable enthusiast about everything EdTech, STEM/STEAM and Educational Leadership. Scott Titmas is a former classroom teacher, now Technology Integration Specialist in Old Bridge, NJ. He is a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert and proud advocate of student voice. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).
1 September 2018, 8:04 pm
9 minutes 44 seconds
Our Summer Professional Development Plans
t's summer and we have the time to reflect, refresh, and use our time in personally meaningful ways. What are your plans?
Mike Peck is the technology and cyber school coordinator at Pen Argyl Area School District. His professional interests include supporting students, teachers, and administrators by supporting them in their move towards personalized learning and the meaningful integration of technology into the curriculum. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).
8 July 2018, 8:47 pm
9 minutes 4 seconds
Spotlight on ISTE Ed Tech Coaches Network
Join us as we put a spotlight on ISTE's Ed Tech Coaches Network and the activities they have planned for ISTE 2018.
Leslie Fagin is an instructional technology coach in Griffin, Georgia and works with secondary school teachers on effective technology integration. Leslie was a contributing author for Edumatch: Snapshot in Education 2016, recognized as the ISTE Edtech Coaches Network PLN Award Winner for 2017, and is a Google Certified Educator Level 1 and 2, Trainer, and Innovator. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).
23 June 2018, 9:11 pm
10 minutes 3 seconds
Our Summer Professional Development Plans
For many of us, summer begins the season for relaxing, reflecting, and professional development. Join us as we look at how teachers are planning to use the summer break.
Rachelle Poth is a Spanish and STEAM Teacher as well as an Attorney. She is President-Elect for the ISTE Teacher Education Network and was selected as one of "20 to watch" by the NSBA, the PAECT Outstanding Teacher of the Year for 2017, and a Future Ready Instructional Coach. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).
3 June 2018, 11:03 pm
10 minutes 42 seconds
Designing Rigorous Learning in a Tech-Rich Classroom
What are the best ways to use digital tools for learning? Join us for a quick primer that will get you up to speed quickly.
Monica Burns is the author of Tasks Before Apps: Designing Rigorous Learning in a Tech-Rich Classroom (ASCD). She is a curriculum and educational technology consultant, Apple Distinguished Educator, and founder of ClassTechTips.com. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.
19 May 2018, 10:13 pm
8 minutes 18 seconds
Celebrating the Fifth Anniversary of #Edtechchat: Looking Ahead
Join us as we look back on highlights of the last five years of #Edtechchat and look ahead to the future.
Alex J. Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Jaime Donally is a passionate technology enthusiast. Donally provides staff development and training on trending technology topics to conferences and districts around the country. Her latest adventures include the startup of Global Maker Day and #ARVRinEDU. Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.
13 May 2018, 3:22 pm
10 minutes 26 seconds
Using AR and VR to Engage Learners in Transformational Ways
Augmented reality and virtual reality tools are opening new doors for creative instruction in the classroom and beyond. Join us as we explore a few possibilities.
Alex J. Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. Jaime Donally is a passionate technology enthusiast. Donally provides staff development and training on trending technology topics to conferences and districts around the country. Her latest adventures include the startup of Global Maker Day and #ARVRinEDU. Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.
5 May 2018, 9:51 pm
9 minutes 55 seconds
Teacher Agency In Ed Tech: Not Waiting for the Experts to Arrive
Our guest is passionate about the role teachers can and should play in leveraging education technology. Join us for a thoughtful discussion about teacher agency in digital learning.
Tim Hebda has been teaching third, fourth, and fifth graders in Connecticut and Maine for ?20? years. He is a leader in technology integration focusing on creativity, documentation, and empowering students. In addition to his classroom work, Tim is Dean of Professional Growth at Waynflete School, and co-organizer of EdCamp Maine, and Technology Liaison for Southern Maine Writing Project. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking. Alex J Podchaski serves as the Director of Technology at Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, NJ. (CoSN).
28 April 2018, 5:49 pm
9 minutes 52 seconds
OER: Going with Open Education Resources
Teachers are always in search of more resources to supplement textbooks and support instruction. Open education resources may be the answer.
Josh Allen is the technology integration specialist for the Lewis Central Community School District in Council Bluffs, IA. He is a member of the #GoOpen Leadership Team, a Google for Education Certified Trainer, and co-host of the Dads In Ed podcast. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).
21 April 2018, 3:49 pm
8 minutes 12 seconds
Teaching Research in the Classroom: Find, Analyze, Evaluate
The Internet has redefined both the process of doing research as well as the challenges. Our guest is passionate about teaching savvy research skills. Join us as she shares valuable insights on good research practices for teachers and students.
Eva Harvell is the Technology Director for the Pascagoula-Gautier School District in Pascagoula, MS. She has worked in K-12 education since 2002. Susan Bearden is an educational consultant, author, blogger, and speaker who serves as the Digital Equity Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). Nathan Stevens is the Assistant Director of the Media and Education Technology Resource Center in the College of Education at North Carolina State University.