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May 24, 2019
How I Overcame Adversity
episode 500
Many people are destroyed by bullying, teasing, and the challenges of youth. Over the years, I’ve often contemplated why my story was so different. Why did I overcome? Why wasn’t I broken beyond repair?
Today, we celebrate 500 episodes. And I’ve been asked these questions many times when I share a peek of the story to friends and acquaintances. So, in a spirit of authenticity, I share the story as it happened.
How I Overcame Adversity: A Personal StoryListen to the show on iTunes or ...
May 22, 2019
Rocking TpT This Summer
Want to start working with Teachers Pay Teachers this summer? Pam Olivieri from Rockin’ Resources tells us how to get started.
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May 21, 2019
Research Spotlight: Student-Centered Blended Learning
Dr. Regina Giraldo-García on episode 498
Dr. Regina Giraldo-García shares her research on what makes effective blended learning that promotes student leadership and a student-centered approach.
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May 20, 2019
How to Promote Deeper Learning with the 4 Shifts
Julie Graber on Episode 497
The four shifts is a new education technology paradigm shared in the book Harnessing Technology for Deeper Learning by Scott McLeod and Julie Graber. On today’s show, Julie discusses these four shifts and how it compares to other models such as SAMR. She gives examples of effective design using technology and where many programs are falling short.
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What’s New in Digital Leadership version 2 with Eric Sheninger
Eric Sheninger on episode 496
Eric Sheninger has rewritten his popular book Digital Leadership. In this show, learn what he added and what has changed. With over half the book being rewritten and changed, you’ll want insight into what trends are important if you’re going to be a digital leader in schools.
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May 18, 2019
SmartBrief: The Newsletter for Informed Educators
SmartBrief has a free EdTech newsletter that will keep you informed. Their editors read thousands of articles each day and condense the best into just a 2-minute read. To stay up-to-date, I recommend that you subscribe to.
SmartBrief also has newsletters for , , and . They send these short, useful emails to nearly 6 million industry professionals. SmartBrief filters through thousands of sources...
May 17, 2019
5 Ways to Create a Culture of Inquiry in Your Classroom Now
Connie Hamilton on Episode 495
To create a classroom culture of inquiry, we can follow these five techniques. Connie Hamilton, author of Hacking Questions: 11 Answers That Create a Culture of Inquiry in Your Classroom.
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SmartBriefKeeping up with the news is challenging. Today’s sponsor, SmartBrief, has some email newsletters that will help you stay current. Whether you want to follow education technology, special education, math, or just teaching best practices, SmartBrief has an email newslette...
May 15, 2019
How to Talk to Kids About Poverty
Jaime Casap on Episode 494
Jaime Casap, Google’s Education Evangelist, grew up in poverty. Today, he shares his story and encouragement to help teachers reach children from a variety of backgrounds. You’ll want to listen to this encouraging show!
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The Future of 5G in Education
A Video Shot by CBS Interactive and T-Mobile in my classroom
What kind of impact will 5G have on education? Recently a film crew from CBS Interactive for T-Mobile came to my campus to film my predictions on just that topic. Take a look at the full video here or view a short 30-second clip below. #sponsored
5G in Education: 30 Second Overviewhttps://www.coolcatteacher.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/cbsi_5004_Tmobile2_Education_30_cutdown_MASTER_20190503a_subtitle_h264.mp4I think the thing I love...
<![endif]--><!--[if lt IE 9]>How to Set Goals for Your Library This Summer
Amanda Johnson on Episode 493
While we have to finish well, those of us who are returning to another year as an educator have to look forward to plan. Today, media specialist Amanda Johnson talks about the massive success of some new sections she added to the library last summer and how she’s going to improve her library even more this summer. The goal is to encourage students to read and what Amanda is discovering might surprise you. (Scroll down for some super cool pics of her library)
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