Ask The Tech Coach
Jeffrey Bradbury and Susan Vincentz
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Ask the Tech Coach is a weekly podcast designed to support Tech Coaches and Instructional Technology Specialists. Each week, host Jeff Bradbury (TeacherCast Educational Network) and Susan Vincentz (Tech Imaginations) discusses relevant topics in Educational Technology.
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May 8, 2023
What is a Curriculum Map doing in my Digital Learning Lesson?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Instructional Coach Amber Hinkel on the podcast to discuss the importance of creating Curricular Maps that align to both Core Curricular and Digital Learning Standards.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
How do you create a Curriculum Map to support your standards-based and vertically aligned Digital Learning Curriculum?
Weekly Topic
What is a Curriculum Map?
What does a Curriculum Map Include?
* Standards
* Sequences
* Content and Digital Learning Standards
* Skills Needed or Skills Acquired during the lesson
* Assessments
* Activities
* Resources
* Essential Questions
* Pacing Guides
* Detailed Units of Study
What is the Goal of a Curriculum Map?
* Creating Vertical Alignment with additional subjects or grade levels
* Horizontal Alignment with other subjects in the same grade level
What are the benefits of Curriculum Mapping?
What are the challenges of Curriculum Mapping?
How does a Curriculum Map fit into your Digital Learning Curriculum?
How do you create and align your Curriculum Map to ISTE Standards?
Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network!
* Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year?
* Are you searching for support in your position?
The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches.
* 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders
* Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow!
* Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year.
* Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups.
* Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program!
* Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars
* ... and more!
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About our Guest: Amber Hinkel
I am an experienced educator with over a decade of teaching experience in Florida, I am dedicated to helping teachers integrate technology tools into their classrooms. With a Master's degree in Instructional Technology, I have spent years researching and implementing the latest advancements in ed tech. In my current role as a Digital Innovation Specialist, I work closely with educators to help them understand and utilize ed tech tools. I am a certified Canvas Educator, a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert, an Adobe Creative Educator Leader, and an ISTE Certified Educator. My passion for ed tech is rooted in my belief that these tools can help teachers work smarter, not harder, while providing an opportunity to level the playing field for all students. Through my work, I strive to share my knowledge and empower teachers to use technology in innovative and effective ways.
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May 1, 2023
Creating Vertical Alignment between your Core Area Subjects and Digital Learning Curriculum
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Barb Scully discuss the importance between creating a vertically aligned Digital Learning Curriculum that matches up to your overall K12 Program of Studies.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
How do you create a K12 Digital Learning Curriculum that is standards aligned and based on your Digital Learning Strategic Plan?
Weekly Topic
How do you Vertically Align your Digital Learning Curriculum?
What is vertical alignment?
* Why is vertical alignment used?
* Examples of a Vertically Aligned Curriculum
* Music
* Art
* Science
Ask Yourself … What do you want your students to do be able to do when they graduate?
* Presenters
* Audio / Video Creators
* Graphic Designers
* Writers
* Musicians
Decide what skills students need to learn to be able to do those skills?
Break down your skills into a Digital Learning Scope and Sequence
Decide what topics should be taught in a core classes and what should be taught by specialists.
Pair each skill up with a core curriculum skill so that the student needs to use the digital learning skill to showcase their knowledge of the subject.
Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network!
* Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year?
* Are you searching for support in your position?
The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches.
* 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders
* Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow!
* Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year.
* Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups.
* Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program!
* Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars
* ... and more!
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Contact the Podcast!
* TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
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Apr 24, 2023
Building Digital Learning Skills and Lessons into the Core Curricular Subjects
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Barb discuss the importance of including Digital Learning standards and skills into core-curricular subjects and lesson plans.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
How do you build Standards-Based Digital Learning Skills into Core Curriculum Subjects?
Weekly Topic
Building Digital Learning into the Curriculum
* Can Digital Learning and subject area content coexist?
* It’s not the “and” … it’s the “through”
* How to build a multi-grade curriculum of digital learning skills
* Creating a Digital Learning Scope & Sequence
* Create major categories of Digital Learning Topics
* Technology Skills
* Digital Literacy Skills
* Device Skills
* Research Skills
* Digital Citizenship Skills
* Social & Emotional Learning
* Break down those categories into individual skills
* Technology Skills
* K-2:
* Identifying computer components such as the processor, keyboard, mouse, monitor, speakers, and printer.
* Being able to use a mouse to select, drag and click objects on the screen.
* Associating computer components with their function.
* (Cited: https://www.learning.com/blog/computer-fundamentals-skills-important-for-students/)
* 3-5th:
* Defining input, output and processing devices.
* Describing how internal and external parts of computing devices work together.
* Conceptualizing the cloud and understanding cloud computing and its uses.
* Discussing privacy issues and how personal information should be protected.
* (Cited: https://www.learning.com/blog/computer-fundamentals-skills-important-for-students/)
* 6-8th:
* Applying computer fundamentals knowledge to other technology, including mobile devices.
* Understanding network technology and applying knowledge in cross-platform connectivity uses.
* Mastering safety and responsibility online, including how to be a good digital citizen.
* (Cited: https://www.learning.com/blog/computer-fundamentals-skills-important-for-students/)
* Digital Literacy Skills
* Basic computer skills: Skills needed to control digital devices and use them to accomplish simple tasks, such as turning ‘on or off’; keyboarding; using a mouse, right or left clicking, double clicking. Basic applications include e mail, Internet browsers, search sites (e.g., Google.com), maps, and calendars. Harris noted that use of these applications requires some...
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Apr 17, 2023
What is a K-12 Standards-Based Digital Learning Curriculum?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Barb discuss the differences between Digital Literacy, Digital Competency, and Digital Citizenship and share our recommendations for creating a K-12 Digital Learning Curriculum.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
What is a Digital Learning Curriculum and how can it support an increase in student achievement in the classroom?
What is a Digital Learning Curriculum?
* How can an Instructional Coach support Family and Consumer Science Teachers and CTE Standards?
* Understanding the concept of a Digital Learning Curriculum
* What is a Digital Learning Curriculum?
* A Roadmap for supporting the instruction of curricular activities through the use of Digital Learning tools and instructional strategies.
* What is NOT a Digital Learning Curriculum
* Using a laptop in the school to complete an assignment.
* Taking a photo of an object and adding it to a newsletter or presentation.
* “An Online Curriculum”
* Thinking of your “Teachers” as your “Students” and the Coaching being in the role of the teacher.
* The coach is the one responsible for the Digital Learning Curriculum
* The coach is supporting teachers 1:1 or in small groups, but always has a bigger picture in their minds and knows where each grade levels
* Three Often Confused Terms
* Digital Learning
* The topic that a student is learning.
* Digital Literacy
* Students can do certain things on their devices. (Mouse Skills, Research Skills,
* Digital Citizenship
* The ethical use of digital tools and technologies
* “The moral code”
* Just because you can… doesn’t mean that you should.
* Digital Literacy vs Digital Competency
* Digital Literacy
* Digital Competency
* You can put a rubric to the skill
* Digital Citizenship … in the Core Curriculum
* Can Digital Learning and subject area content coexist?
* It’s not the “and” … it’s the “through”
* How to build a multi-grade curriculum of digital learning skills
* Why should technology be integrated into the core curriculum?
* It needs to be both relevant and meaningful
* Teachers need to know what the digital skills are of their students just the same way they need to know the curricular standards are.
* Transition: Building Digital Learning into the Curriculum
Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network!
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* Are you searching for support in your position?
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Apr 3, 2023
Creating a Forward-Thinking Culture for Digital Learning Culture by Observing the ISTE Standards
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with educator, author, and ISTE Certified Educator Rachelle Dené Poth to discuss the importance of creating standards-based instructional materials when supporting teachers and administrators.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
How can Coaches create an instructional practice based on the ISTE Standards for Educators?
Weekly Topic
* The ISTE Certified Educator Program
* Digital Learning Standards & Frameworks
* ISTE Standards
* ISTE Standards for Educators
* Personal Standards
* 2.1 Learner
* 2.2 Leader
* 2.2 Citizen
* Pedagogy Standards
* 2.4 Collaborator
* 2.5 Designer
* 2.6 Facilitator
* Reflection Standard
* 2.7 Analyst
* ISTE Standards for Students
* ISTE Standards for Building Leaders
* ISTE Standards for Coaches
* 4.1 Change Agent
* 4.2 Connected Learner
* 4.3 Collaborator
* 4.4 Learning Designer
* 4.5 Professional Learning Facilitator
* 4.6 Data-Driven Decision-Maker
* 4.7 Digital Citizen Advocate
* School Leader Digital Learning Guide
* Future Ready
* How do we support these standards in our buildings and classrooms?
* Ask staff members what they would like to see changed or update
* Figure out then how to focus on something new that is based on a standard to help them see what the benefits are and how they can focus on one of the standards.
* Use a survey to determine where the staff is and what topics they might want to focus on. (How do you get buy-in with your staff)
* Should coaches openly be promoting them, or have them in the back of our minds as we are working with staff members?
* How can we course correct if/when we find that our building leaders areas are not aimed at meeting the digital learning standards?
* Should these standards be included in curricular documents?
* Working with Curriculum Leaders to include Digital Learning Goals into lesson plans
About our Guest: Rachelle Dené Poth
Rachelle Dené Poth is an edtech consultant, presenter, attorney, author, and teacher. Rachelle teaches Spanish and STEAM: What’s nExT in Emerging Technology at Riverview Junior Senior High School in Oakmont, PA. Rachelle has a Juris Doctor degree from Duquesne University School of Law and a Master’s in Instructional Technology. She
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Mar 20, 2023
How do you create a district-wide vision for Digital Learning?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Nick discuss how a school district can set a vision for digital learning in the classrooms and how you can start that conversation with your administrative team and instructional coaching department.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
Question Topic: How can we get the entire school district on the same page when it comes to defining what digital learning looks like in the classroom?
Weekly Topic
* Developing a Shared Vision and Goals
* How do you create a shared vision?
* Asking … “what’s the purpose?”
* Where is the target?
* What is the objective?
* What do we want our staff to get out of the training … and why?
* How can we provide the training and experiences to get staff able to meet the goals
* Who is included in this conversation?
* Superintendent
* Cabinet
* District / Building Leaders
* Teachers
* Students
* Parents / Community Members
* Ways to ask the important questions
* Google Form
* Conversations
* Quick Survey’s
* What has or is working well?
* Have your goals/objectives been meet?
* Using the Summertime to ask questions of district leaders
* Map out and Diagram a full year program
* How do you build a catalogue to support the goals and objectives of the district and building leaders
* Prioritizing Professional Learning in and out of your district
* Creating a Professional Development Yearly Overview
* Send out a document to the staff so they are on the same page
* Here are the goals that we are looking to progress
* Create a catalogue of professional learning opportunities
* Internal
* Meeting Speakers
* Consultants
* External
* Conferences
* EdCamps
* Thrive
* Sage
* Health Organizations / Hospitals often run sessions
* Using a Newsletter to support professional Learning
* Work with your building administrators to put professional development information in THEIR newsletters
* Creating a digital learning evaluation method that is flexible yet effective
* Have a variety of evaluation methods … not just the mid-year and end of year evaluations
* Keep evaluation more informal and collegial so that it’s not a “gotcha”
* Using a Staff Survey (Self-Assessment) to allow teachers to share what they know and what they would like to learn during the year
* Use some type of “artifact creation” when it comes to digital learning so that teachers can showcase what they are learning throughout the professional development process
* At the end of the day, the teacher is going to have to show that they know how to use the tool or that they understand the concept.
* Allow for...
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Mar 6, 2023
New Beginnings: How to Transition from Instructional Coach to Digital Learning Leader
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff shares 3 exciting updates to both his personal life, his professional career, and the future of this podcast!
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
Question Topic: How can a Coach or Digital Learning Leader create a culture for Digital Learning and Innovation in their classrooms and school districts?
Weekly Topic
* ISTE Conference
* Understanding Microsoft Teams: The Digital Learning Hub in My classroom and Yours!
* Featuring BookWidgets
* Today's Content Creation for Tomorrow's Influencers
* Featuring Dr. Dan Kreiness
* New Direction for Ask the Tech Coach Podcast
* Supporting Instructional Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders
* Helping Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders learn how make an impact in their school buildings and classrooms by helping students and teachers meet both curricular and digital learning standards.
* Assisting Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders in creating a culture of innovation both in the classroom and community.
* News and Updates
* Transitioning from being an Instructional Coach and becoming a Digital Learning Leader
* New Position … New School District
* A new opportunity to make an impact in a new school district.
* 3 Ways to Make an Impact
* Support those who are your supporters.
* Build a “Circle of Trust”
* Develop a Culture the Next Generation will Grow into
* A New Book for Instructional Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders
* We are writing a book!
* Why is now the right time to write a book?
* What will the book be about?
* Creating a Vision for Digital Learning
* Designing a Curriculum to Support Digital Learning in the Classroom
* Supporting Digital Learning through Instructional Coaching
* Making an Impact in the Classroom and Community
* What do I hope the book will do for those who read it?
* How will you be included in the book?
* When will it be available?
* How do you learn more and support the project?
* Call to Action
* Join the Instructional Coaches Network
* https://www.AsktheTechCoach.com
Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network!
* Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year?
* Are you searching for support in your position?
The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches.
* 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders
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Feb 6, 2023
How can GZM Classroom be used to support Student Creativity in Your Classroom?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Ben Strouse from GenZ Media to discuss the how podcasts can be used in the classroom to support student creativity.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Weekly Topic
What is GZM Classroom?
GenZ Media began as a platform for creating media for family audiences. Teachers have brought these storytelling episodes in the classroom and have used them in various ways. These audio shows cover various aspects of storytelling in various genres as well as content areas.
How do teachers access the platform? -
* GZM Classroom
* Gen-Z Media
Why is it important to provide students an audio format such as podcasts for learning new content?
How our shows are being used by innovate teachers in middle school classrooms, and how we're supporting those teachers with GZMClassroom.com materials.
* What kinds of shows does Gen-Z Media create?
* GZMshows.com
* Various age ranges can find content at their age/grade level
* Six Minutes is the most popular show
* Who listens to your shows? What does your audience look like?
* How did GZM shows like SIX MINUTES wind up in classrooms...? What do teachers use it /them for?
* Teachers began reaching out and creating resources to share that went along with each grade level / episode of the different shows.
* ELA skills / critical thinking / summarizing
* Keeps learning at the center and creates a collaborative effort among the teacher and the students
* What grades/levels are appropriate?
* Have you talked to the teachers and students using your shows? 1.
* What are some of your plans around EduTech for 2023? (FETC, App) 1.
* Why would teachers want to bring podcasts into their classroom?
* Speaking/Listening Standards
* Recording / Voice experience
* Learning Styles
* What do teachers need to bring podcasts into their classrooms...?
* Where can teachers find out more about your shows and supporting materials (www.GZMClassroom)?
* Shows can be found here as well as materials to support the teacher in the classroom
* Choice boards, learning guides, graphic organizers, etc., etc
* What does it cost?
Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network!
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* Are you searching for support in your position?
The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches.
* 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders
* Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow!
* Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year.
* Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK
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Jan 23, 2023
Can Instructional Coaches Support Computer Science Education in K12 Classrooms?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes educators and podcasters Kelly Paredes and Sean Tibor of the Teaching with Python podcast on the show to discuss the importance of Computer Science Education in our K12 classrooms.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Weekly Topic
* What types of Computer Science should we be teaching our students?
* Should Educators challenge themselves professionally by learning Computer Programming?
* Getting started with students in Computer Science Education
* It’s important to learn … WITH … your students.
* Important Hashtags to follow.
* #Python, #PythonLearning
* Teaching Python Podcast
* Apple Podcasts
Links of Interest
* http://repl.it/
* pybites codechalleng.es
* realpython.com
* Python Morsels: Write better Python code
* Book: Automate the Boring Stuff
* BBC Microbit
* 3D models database | Printables.com
* Snowflake TIE Fighter Kit Card Ornament by fixumdude | Download free STL model | Printables.com
Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network!
* Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year?
* Are you searching for support in your position?
The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches.
* 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders
* Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow!
* Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year.
* Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups.
* Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program!
* Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars
* ... and more!
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About our Guests
Kelly Paredes
Kelly Schuster-Paredes is a mom, world traveler and a netizen. She loves learning about cultures and her children were born on two different continents. Kelly has a Masters in Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology from Nova Southeastern University. She has taught in London, Lima and USA and specializes in curriculum design, coaching and development. She got started with integrating technology in the classroom in 2003 and dabbled with app design in File Maker, HTML and Robotics. She currently teaches sixth, seventh and eighth grade computer science at Pine Crest School in Fort...
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Jan 16, 2023
What Can You Expect When You Are #NewToCoaching?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Instructional Coach Allison Peterson on the podcast to talk about the importance of finding your “One Word” for your coaching program this year.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Weekly Topic
* Tips for creating a Successful Instructional Coaching Program
* Build Relationships!
* Get to know as many teachers as you can in as many natural ways as possible
* Get to know the non-classroom teachers and the people in your administrative offices
* “Work from the Middle”
* Finding your “One Word” as an Instructional Coach
* Find your Personal and Professional way of thinking
* Create a visual that you can put in front of you
* Create an anker point each month
* Kickstart Your Coaching Cycles
* 10-Day Challenge newtocoaching.info/kickstart
* Building Systems for your Coaching Programs
* Jeff
* Coaching Websites
* Coaching Newsletters
* How to Organize your Coaching Sessions
* Allison
* Coaching Planner
* Weekly & Daily Goals
* Google Keep (Conversations with Teachers)
* Google Drive
* What should Coaches be focusing on in 2023?
* Create a Conversation and Coaching Tracker
* Build your Systems for Success
* Get teachers into 1:1 conversations and Coaching Cycles
* The importance of being in an Instructional Coaching PLN
* Having a strong PLN is what will transform you from being a teacher into being a coach
* Find your EdTech Coaches … Connect at Conferences!
* Join a group coaching program to gather supporters for your coaching program
Resource Mentioned in this Episode
* The 360 Degree Leader: Developing Your Influence from Anywhere in the Organization - John Maxwell
Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network!
* Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year?
* Are you searching for support in your position?
The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches.
* 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders
* Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district ... tomorrow!
* Direct access to Jeff Bradbury and all off his "offline" content that he creates during the school year.
* Exclusive TeacherCast and "Ask the Tech Coach" podcast episodes directly relating to the questions that YOU ASK in our PLN groups.
* Weekly email check-ins to stay connected and discuss your Instructional Coaching program!
* Monthly invitations to TeacherCast Instructional Coaching Meetings and Webinars
* ... and more!
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About our Guest: Allison Peterson
Allison is the...
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Jan 2, 2023
How Can EDU Take Advantage of Video and Live Streaming to Promote Student Achievement?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes professional broadcaster Ross Brand onto the podcast to discuss how you can help your students create standard-aligned lessons and activities using video and live streaming applications.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
Question Topic: How can I use Video and Live Streaming in my School District or Classroom?
How can K12 EDU Take Advantage of Live Streaming?
* Why is it important for students to learn about video, video editing, and video production?
* It meets all the ISTE Stand…
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Dec 25, 2022
What is an ISTE Certified Educator?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes ISTE Certification Trainer Rick Ballew on to the podcast to discuss the ISTE Certification program.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
Question Topic: How do you become ISTE Certified?
The ISTE Certified Educator program.
* What is the program?
* How do you become ISTE Certified?
* Cost / Time Commitment
* The three phases of the ISTE Certification Program
* The ISTE Certification Portfolio
* Building your PLN through ISTE
* What can you learn through the ISTE Certif…
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Dec 22, 2022
Crush it from the Start: 50 Tips for New Teachers (and Coaches)!
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Dr. Matthew Rhoads and Dr. Casey Jakubowski on the podcast to discuss the importance of supporting our new staff members.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network!
* Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year?
* Are you searching for support in your position?
The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches.
* 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders
* Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in…
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Dec 21, 2022
How is Samsung Education Supporting and Promoting Innovation in the Classroom?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Micah Shippee and Dee Lanier onto the podcast to discuss how Samsung Education is supporting innovation in the classroom.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Weekly Topic
* Strategies to support the Adoption of Innovation
* Technologies that amplify teaching and learning
* Samsung Education's opportunities for educators
* Samsung Education Coaches Team
* Veteran Educators
* Seasoned Trainers
* EDU Thought Leaders
* Roadmap Technology Adoption
* Education Platform: Sharing, collaborating, growing, etc..
* Professional Development Sessions
* Product integration: Google, Adobe, etc
* Teaching strategies and protocols: i.e., interactive classrooms, culturally responsive instructi…
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Dec 19, 2022
Do You Feel Like a Superhero in Your Classroom?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Daniel Bergman onto the podcast to discuss why teachers (and coaches) truly are Superhero’s in the classroom!
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.About our Guest: Daniel Bergman
Daniel J. Bergman, Ph.D., is a Professor and Program Chair of Science Education at Wichita State University in Wichita, Kansas. Like Superman, Dr. Bergman considers the Sunflower State his adoptive home. Unlike Superman, Dr. Bergman cannot leap tall buildings in a single bound.
Dr. Bergman taught middle and high school science in Nebraska and Iowa, and currently works with students and teachers from kindergarten to graduate school and every grade in between. He has given nearly a hundred educational presentations at teacher convention…
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Dec 12, 2022
Can Instructional Coaches Save the Teaching Profession?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Donna Gerard to discuss some of the reasons why teachers are leaving the profession.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
Question Topic: Why are so many teachers leaving the classroom?
Weekly Topic
* Why did you want to become a teacher?
* What do you want to tell prospective and new teachers?
* Why do you think so many teachers are leaving the profession?
* How do you think teaching and education in general can be restored?
* You make many references to The Powers Th…
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Dec 5, 2022
4 Success Stories (and One Non-Success Story) From a Brand-New Instructional Coach (Featuring Jud Hartman)
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff speaks with first year Instructional Coach, Jud Hartman to learn about how he is successfully bringing Project Based Learning and UDL into his brand new coaching program.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
Question Topic: How do you achieve “teacher buy-in” during your first few weeks on the job as an Instructional Coach?
Weekly Topic
How did Jud become a Tech Coach?
* Starting the year in a new position as a Tech Coach
* Meeting with the principal
* Having the freedom to “do your…
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Nov 28, 2022
How can Instructional Coaches Support Our Districts in Times of Crisis and Emergency?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Melissa Jackson, Susan Shapiro, and Jon Miller to discuss the importance of safety and school safety training to ensure that our teachers, students, and community are well informed in case of an emergency.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Weekly Topic
* Are our schools prepared for unknown crisis?
* “Always being prepared for the last emergency” Helping school leaders get into a new mindset for the next crisis
* How to prepare people for the unexpected
* Getting the education out to the faculty. It’s more than having the information on paper in a binder on the shelf
* How do we take the plans that we do have in writing and make them accessible for the teacher
* How can we empowe…
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Nov 21, 2022
How to Stay Connected with Teachers … When You Can’t Physically Meet with Them
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Instructional Coach Michael Thomas to discuss his passion for supporting teachers, podcasting, and his advice to Instructional Coaches during the cold days of winter!
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Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
Question Topic: How can a coach successfully support every teacher when trying to support a large number of school buildings?
Weekly Topic
* Transitioning from Teacher to Instructional Coach
* First presentations as an Instructional Coach
* Covering a 62 School / 25,000 stud…
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Nov 14, 2022
Are You a Minimalist Instructional Coach?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Tammy Musiowsky-Borneman, co-author of the new ASCD book "The Minimalist Teacher" to discuss how Instructional Coaches can create a more focused atmosphere for themselves and the world around them.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
Question Topic: How can I be more productive with my teachers ... by doing just a bit less than I am already doing?
Weekly Topic
* What is a “Minimalist Classroom?”
* Do Less … Better
* How to declutter your:
* Physical environment…
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Nov 7, 2022
Instructional Coaching Conversation Starters … that Actually Work!
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Instructional Coach Renee Dawson to discuss the various ways that Coaches can start meaningful and authentic conversations that result in positive interactions in the classroom.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
Question Topic What are great ways of connecting with teachers that are effective in helping coaches enter classrooms and have meaningful interactions with teachers?
Weekly Topic
Instructional Coaching Conversation Starters that Actually Work!
Sample Conversation Starter…
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Oct 31, 2022
Why are Faculty Meetings the Key to Setting Up Meaningful Coaching Cycles?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss how important it is to create a funnel system from your faculty meetings that help you land meaningful collaborations in the classroom.
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Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
Question Topic: How do I make the most out of my faculty meeting opportunities so that I can get traction in the classroom with my teachers?
Weekly Topic
* What is the purpose of the Faculty meeting?
* Creating a Funnel System out of your Faculty Meetings
* What is a Funnel System?
* How does a Funn…
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Oct 24, 2022
Developing, Setting, and Achieving Instructional Coaching SMART Goals
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss the importance of setting SMART Goals for Instructional Coaches.
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Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
Question Topic: What is the best way to create yearly SMART Goals as an Instructional Coach?
Setting Goals as an Instructional Coach
* What is a SMART Goal?
* Should coaches have professional growth goals just like teachers?
* How to align coaching goals with the district/school goals/vision
* Thoughts on Creating Coaching SMART Goals
* Goals should provide clarity…
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Oct 17, 2022
Are You Controlling the Chaos in Your Classroom?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Instructional Coaches and authors Stephanie Howell and Tara Ruckman to discuss their new book “Control the Chaos.”
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Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
Question Topic: How can Instructional Coaches help teachers in building executive functioning skills in their students?
Weekly Topic
* Should Coaches be Controlling the Chaos in Classrooms?
* What should or shouldn’t Chaos look like?
* What should a “great classroom experience” look like?
* In K-5
* Flexible G…
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Oct 10, 2022
Are you Coaching with your Second Brain? Productivity tips for Instructional Coaches
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan sit down to discus our top productivity tricks for Instructional Coaches to help YOU create a “second brain”
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Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
Question Topic: How do I not only get organized, but stay organized during a long and crazy school year when I barely have time to sit down and breathe each day?
Weekly Topic
* Coaching Productivity Tips are
* Create a Coaching Data Tracker using Google or Microsoft Forms
* Convert the spreadsheet into charts and graphs
* Showcas…
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Oct 3, 2022
Instruction Without Boundaries: Enhance Your Teaching Strategies with Technology Tools in Any Setting
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Dr. Matthew Rhoads to discuss his new book Instruction Without Boundaries: Enhance Your Teaching Strategies with Technology Tools in Any Setting.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Weekly Topic
* How do we create classrooms and schools where teachers have the ability to teach within in-person, online, and blended learning settings? We believe this is the future.
* How can we utilize instructional and tech integration coaching and professional development to build the capacity for teachers to teach within any setting.
* Instruction Without Boundaries Book – A Playbook to K-20 Teachers to learn how to utilize research-based strategies within any setting through the integration of EdTech tools
A…
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Sep 26, 2022
Note Taking Tips, Tricks & Strategies for Instructional Coaches
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss our recommended and most effective ways of writing down important notes and other things to remember throughout the day as an Instructional Coach.
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Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
How can an Instructional Coach stay organized during a busy day?
Weekly Topic
How Do I Keep All of my Notes Organized as a Coach?
* Admin meetings / Team Meetings
* General supporting the campus meetings (not coaching)
* Plans for Trainings / Presentations for PD, Conferences etc.
* Coac…
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Sep 20, 2022
What is the ISTE Community Leader Program?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Lauren Kelly, the Director of Membership and Community at ISTE on the podcast to discuss the ISTE Community Leaders Program.
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Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
Question Topic: What is the ISTE Community Leader program?
Weekly Topic
* What is the ISTE Community Leader program?
* History of ...
* How do Community Leaders support the ISTE Community?
* Twitter Chats
* @ISTECommunity
* Monthly Twitter Spaces Conversations
* ISTE Connect
* Webinars
* Podcasts
* Me…
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Sep 12, 2022
How Should EdTech Companies Treat Instructional Coaches?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discus the various ways that an Educational Technology Brand should be supporting Instructional Coaches so that they can be successful in implementing that tool or application in the classroom.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
How can a Tech Company best support Instructional Coaches?
Weekly Topic
* How can Educational Brands best support Instructional Coaches to have their products and applications be properly used in the classroom?
How can EdTech Brands Support Instructional Coa…
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Sep 5, 2022
Digital Identity is Needed to Support Digital Citizens
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Jaime Donally and Dr Marialice Curran on the podcast to discuss the importance of teaching Digital Citizenship to our students.
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Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
* Question Topic: What is Digital Citizenship and why is it important to teach it in our schools?
Weekly Topic: Digital Citizenship
* Digital Citizenship vs Digital Identity vs Digital Literature
* Dig Cit – From Reactive to Proactive
* Dig Cit skills are not “additional” they can be included inside of the sta…
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Aug 29, 2022
Teach More … Hover Less!
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Instructional Specialist and author Miriam Plotinsky on the podcast to discuss …
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Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
Question Topic: How can Caoches support high quality teaching in the classroom?
Weekly Topic
* Why are teachers micromanaging their classrooms?
* Whose fault is it?
* I might be a micromanager if …
* Is “non-hover” teaching the same as Flipping your Classroom?
* Students can learn and take responsibility for their learning
* Choice-based instructio…
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Aug 22, 2022
Teaching Digital Citizenship to both Students AND Teachers
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Martin McGauran on the podcast to discuss the importance of teaching Digital Citizenship to both our students, and our teachers.
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Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
What is the difference between Digital Citizenship and Digital Literacy?
Weekly Topic
* Digital Citizenship vs Digital Literacy
* Digital Citizenship is NOT “Cyber Safety”
* Digital Citizenship is “What you do online”
* How can Coaches support teachers in teaching Digital Citizenship in their lesson plans…
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Aug 17, 2022
Setting Up Your Instructional Coaches for Success by Creating a 90-Day Blueprint for Success
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Stephanie Howell, Nicole Zumpano, and Katie Fielding on the podcast to discuss the importance of Instructional Coaches having a clearly defined 90-Day Plan at the beginning of the school year.
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Question of the Week
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.
This week’s question is:
Question Topic
Weekly Topic
* What should Coaches be thinking about as the school year begins?
* What is the 90-Day Coaching Plan?
* Why should coaches be thinking both short and long term in their planning?
* How should Coaches be planning out the fir…
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Aug 15, 2022
How to Support The Administrators who are Supporting Your Coaching Program
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Nick sit down to discuss why it’s important to be on the same page with your administrator so they can back you up both in and out of your coaching duties.
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Aug 12, 2022
10 Things That Might Be Holding Your Coaching Program Back
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss 10 things about your coaching program that you might wish to work on this year.
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* 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders
* Free Downloadable Templates and Coaching Resources that can be used in your district … tomorrow!
* Direct acce…
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Aug 10, 2022
Using and Collecting Data to Tell the Story of your Coaching Program
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Lisa Kuhn from Forward-Edge on the podcast to discuss the importance of Data Collection in the daily lives of an Instructional Coach.
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Aug 8, 2022
5 Strategies for Instructional Coaches Entering a New School District
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Instructional Coach Debbie Tannenbaum on the podcast to discuss her strategies for starting an Instructional Coaching position in a new district and why it's important to support teachers of extremely young learners.
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Aug 5, 2022
What is Universal Design for Learning?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Instructional Coach Brenny Kummer on the podcast to discuss how Universal Design for Learning can be deployed in your school district.
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Aug 3, 2022
Supporting Innovation in the Classroom When Spread Thing Over Multiple School Buildings
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Instructional Coach, Michelle Manning on the podcast to discuss the importance of supporting teachers through innovative practices in the classroom.
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Aug 1, 2022
Keeping Professional Development in Tune with Current Educational Climate
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcome Annamarie Rinehart and Emily Cowan from Forward Edge on the podcast to discuss the importance of starting the school year off in the right direction by building supportive and positive relationships with teachers and building administrators.
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Jul 29, 2022
The Importance of Supporting Special Area Teachers in your School Buildings
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Instructional Coach Carmella Berthia to discuss the importance of helping both the classroom AND the special area teachers in your building.
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Jul 27, 2022
Using Instructional Coaches as Building Leaders
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Alissa DeVito, Director of Technology and Innovation at Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School in North Philadelphia, on the podcast do learn how school administrators can leverage their Instructional Coaches as building leaders to support their curricular and strategic goals.
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Jul 25, 2022
Do You Have An Instructional Coaching Framework To Support Your Program?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Instructional Coach Heather Esposito on the podcast to discuss the need for student voice inside of the classroom.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
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Jul 18, 2022
Building Structure & Capacity in your Instructional Coaching Program
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Instructional Technology Coordinator, Jonathan Skaris onto the podcast to discuss the importance of building systems and structure for your Instructional Coaching department.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
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Jul 11, 2022
How can You Become a Google Certified Coach this year?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Johanna Wilson and Sarah Boyle from MASSCUE on the podcast to discuss the Google Certified Coaching Certification.
If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.
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Jun 20, 2022
Are You Prepared to Be a Digital Learning Ninja?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Instructional Coaches Jennifer Thomas and Jessica Brittingham onto the podcast to discuss their upcoming ISTE22 session and help you become an EdTech NINJA!
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Question of the Week
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Jun 13, 2022
5 Ways For Instructional Coaches to Recharge after 3 LONG Years
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Danielle McGee as we have a conversation about recharging as a coach after a challenging year.
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Question of the Week
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Jun 6, 2022
How to Create Successful and Entertaining Multi-Hour Workshops and Presentations
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Adam Jaurez, Brien Seymour, Jackie Patanio, and Tammy Dunbar to discuss our best tips and tricks for creating multi-hour presentations and workshops for both our school districts and large mega-conferences such as ISTE.
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Question of the Week
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May 31, 2022
Summertime Strategic Planning to Jumpstart the New School Year
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Instructional Coaches Dr. Ashley McBride and Lisa Hockenberry on the program to discuss a variety of ways that we can support both our districts and school buildings in their summertime strategic planning.
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Question of the Week
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May 23, 2022
Elementary Coaching vs Secondary Coaching
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome several tech coach colleagues from around the country
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Question of the Week
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May 16, 2022
“Are You Coaching On … “THE EDGE?”
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss the upcoming ISTEConference and share a very special update about a brand new podcast launching soon from the ISTE Community Leaders.
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May 9, 2022
Can Instructional Coaches Stay Organized through Bullet Journaling and Sketchnoting?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Nichole Carter to discuss the importance of keeping organized as an Instructional Coach through Bullet Journaling.
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In This Episode ...
* Why should Coaches and Teachers get into Journaling?
* Doodling vs Journaling vs Bullet Journaling
* How does Bullet Journaling fit into Instructional Coaching?…
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May 1, 2022
The 5 Most Important Conversations for Coaches to have BEFORE the School Year Ends
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss the 5 most important conversations every Instructional Coach should have before the school year ends.
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5 Questions You Should Be Asking BEFORE The Summer Starts
* Coach to Principal
* Did we meet your goals?
* In what way can we use the summer to prepare for next year?
* What will be in the…
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May 1, 2022
Are You Ready To Liven Up Your Library?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with ISTE Authors Julia Torres and Valerie Tagoe to discuss the state of the Library Media Center and Library Media Specialist and the value they bring to our staff and students each day.
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About our Guests:
Julia Torres
Julia E. Torres (@juliaerin80) is a language arts teacher and librarian in Denver, Colorad…
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May 1, 2022
In-Class Flip: A Student-Centered Approach to Differentiated Learning
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with ISTE Authors Carolina Rodriguez-Buitrago and Martha Ramirez to discuss their upcoming book “In-Class Flip: A Student-Centered Approach to Differentiated Learning.”
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In This Episode ...
* What does a 2022 flipped classroom look like?
* How can a teacher get into flipping their classroom?
* Re…
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Apr 25, 2022
What is a Boundless Classroom?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff invites Dr. Nathan Lang-Reed and Dr. James Witty on the podcast to discuss their new book “The Boundless Classroom: Designing Purposeful Instruction for Any Learning Environment from ISTE Books.
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About our Guest
Dr. Nathan Lang-Raad
Dr. Nathan D. Lang-Raad is an educator, speaker, and author. He is the Vice President…
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Apr 18, 2022
From Tech Coach to Tech Director: A Roadmap to Help you Prepare for the Next Big Step!
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff Bradbury, Jenn Judkins, Jennifer Thomas, and Alex Podchaski discuss the thought process a Tech Coach might go through when considering the transition to becoming a Tech Director.
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About our Guests
Jen Thomas
Jen Thomas is a passionate technology educator who began her career in education as a library media specialist.…
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Apr 11, 2022
Empowering Student Creators through Peer-to-Peer Learning Experiences
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan talk with Ari Memar one of the creators of Tract and Megan Hull-Burg, an instructional technology coach about peer-to-peer learning.
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About our Guests:
Ari Memar
Ari Memar is the CEO and Co-founder of Tract – the world's first peer-to-peer learning community – which he started with his former high school…
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Apr 4, 2022
What is an Educational Technology Integration and Strategic Plan?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan break down the steps that a school district might go through when creating their own Educational Technology Strategic (Integration) Plan.
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Weekly Topic
In this episode, we break down the steps that a school district might go through when creating their own Educational Technology Strategic (Integration) Plan.…
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Mar 21, 2022
Are You A Coach with Imposter Syndrome?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Dr. Dan Krieness as we discuss Imposter Syndrome and how it relates to our role as tech coaches and its effect on educators.
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What is Imposter Syndrome?
In this week’s episode we have a great discussion of what imposter syndrome is to each of us.
* What is Imposter Syndrome?
* What does it look…
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Mar 14, 2022
The Importance of Meaningful Coaching Connections
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Leah Obach and Devon Caldwell to discuss how we can create strong connections with our colleagues and the importance of keeping these connections for successful teaching and learning.
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Weekly Topic
Cultivating Connection: building strong connections to foster teaching and learning
* Connections with…
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Mar 7, 2022
How Does Your School District Support Individualized Professional Development through Incentive Programs?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Kaitlyn Caudill, Riina Hirsch, and Christine Davis on the program to discuss the importance of Incentivizing Professional Development.
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Weekly Topic
* Instructional Coaching … with and without masks and COVID protections
* Can you incentivize professional development?
* Should you use an LMS for PD mo…
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Feb 28, 2022
Why Should Coaches Create Lesson Plans for their PD Sessions?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan
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Feb 21, 2022
Does Your Professional Development Roadmap Match Your Instructional Coaching Goals?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss how to create a Professional Development Roadmap that meets the goals of the district and propels Instructional Coaches into the classroom.
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* Instructional Coaches Network (Facebook)
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How to Build a Professional Development Roadmap
* What is a Professional Development Roa…
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Feb 14, 2022
How Do You Become a Tech Coach YouTuber?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Sam Kary, Thom Gibson, and Amy Fusarelli to discuss video production and how to get started, craft the perfect video to make something that your teachers want to watch and learn from.
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Video Production Tips & Tricks
* Let’s chat about all of this in the context of YouTube – 2nd largest search eng…
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Feb 7, 2022
How To Create Effective Daytime Professional Development Programs in your School District
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss the creation of Daytime Professional Development programs in your school district.
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How To Plan Daytime Professional Development Programs
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Jan 24, 2022
Why are District Level and Building Level Coaching Relationships Vital for Student Success in the Classroom?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss the various relationships that are formed when creating an Instructional Coaching Department. For more information, please visit our recent blog post.
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* Instructional Coaches Network (Facebook)
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The Importance of Professional Coaching Relationships
* Why are coaching rela…
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Jan 17, 2022
4 Simple Steps for Creating Professional Looking Screencasts and Video Tutorials
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan give our best advice from the Instructional Coaches Network about how to create professional style screencasts without spending a ton of money or time.
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Screencasting Tips & Tricks for Coaches
* Why use Screencasting?
* Tools (listed in order of votes from the coaches' network)
* Screencastify
* Cam…
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Jan 10, 2022
Getting Your Coaches on the same Curriculum
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan talk about getting coaches on the same page and teaching the same curriculum.
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Getting Your Coaches on the same Curriculum
* The importance of having a PD curriculum
* Why should the entire school district be taught the same way
*…
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Jan 3, 2022
Are Your Coaches Thinking About These 5 Things in 2022?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss our 2022 Tech Coach Resolutions!
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Tech Coach Goals and Resolutions for 2022
Jeff
* Be an active member of my school community.
* Engage with at least 60% of my teachers in the first month.
* Engage with at least 60% of the grade levels in the first month.
* Weekly Newsletters for both Schoo…
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Dec 13, 2021
Are You A Teacher Success Manager?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Scott Nunes from Canva to discuss the differences and similarities between the Tech Coach position and the Customer Success Manager role found in many EdTech companies and how they can both be used to ensure that students and teachers are getting the most out of their digital devices and applications each day.
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Dec 6, 2021
Creating Individualized Professional Development for All Staff Members
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss the reasons why every member of your educational team (including the Superintendent) should take part in professional development sessions.
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Weekly Topic
“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.”
– Benjamin Franklin
* Conduct a Needs Assessment – Who? What?…
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Nov 29, 2021
Why are the ISTE Standards Important for Instructional Coaches?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Jenna Cinelli, a middle school tech coach. We discuss strategies for bringing in the ISTE standards into your coaching as you work with teachers.
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Weekly Topic
* Are the ISTE Standards for Technology Important?
* Importance may start out lying in getting to know your role as an instructional coach…
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Nov 22, 2021
How to Get Organized … Digitally!
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Weekly Topic: How to Get Organized … Digitally!
In today’s world, we’re often overwhelmed by our digital devices and the volume of available digital information. Get Organized Digitally! outlines a complete digital organizational system for the busy educator and helps you harness the power of technology to save time.
This book is your go-to source, presenting th…
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Nov 15, 2021
Are Your Digital Literacy Resources … META?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
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About our Guest
Jennifer Hanley is the North American Head of Safety at Meta where she handles safety policy for the U.S. and Canada. She works with internal teams, external partners, and government stakeholders on issues including women’s safety, child safety, bullying, digital well-being, and suicide prevention. Prior to joining Meta she served as Vice President fo…
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Nov 15, 2021
LEGO Education and NASA Team Up to Help You Skyrocket Your Students into Space!
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
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About LEGO Education
LEGO® Education offers a range of playful, hands-on STEAM learning experiences based on its comprehensive learning system for students in early learning, primary and secondary education, as well as through after-school programs and competitions. From the Early Learning portfolio to the LEGO® Learning System, these solutions create an active and c…
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Nov 15, 2021
How Do You Successfully Plan Your Professional Development … Backwards?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
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What Should Your EdTech Integration Plan Look Like?
What is a EdTech Integration Plan?
* plan and roadmap that a district will use to guide them in meeting the needs, goals, and recommendations of a school district's Strategic Plan.
* shows off not what but how technology is going to be used in a district
Planning Process
* Step 1: Review and discuss the dist…
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Nov 8, 2021
The District Snapshot: Understanding the Importance of Stepping Back to Look at Yourself in the Mirror
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss creating a district snapshot and why this is a place to start as you begin to make long-range plans for where your district is heading.
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Creating A District Snapshot
* Creating a roadmap for your district employees to follow over the coming years has to begin by deciding who you are at the beginning…
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Nov 1, 2021
The 4 Pillars of a Successful Instructional Coaching Program
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss The 4 Pillars of Instructional Coaching Programs.
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What are the 4 Pillars of Instructional Coaching?
What is the impact of a successful instructional coaching program on student achievement?
Having a District Identity?
* A Strong Self Identity based on Historical Use of Educational Technology
*…
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Oct 26, 2021
Moviemaking in the Classroom: Lifting Student Voices Through Digital Storytelling
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Weekly Topic
* Why do stories appeal to us? Why does storytelling matter?
* The potential for storytelling in the classroom as a powerful instructional strategy
* How teachers can design storytelling opportunities that make efficient and effective use of instructional time
* The impact of storytelling on my classroom
* Where storytelling fits into pandemi…
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Oct 25, 2021
How to Use Project Based Learning Strategies to Get Students Excited About Face-to-Face Learning.
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Tract co-founders Esther Wojcicki and Ari Memar, a peer-to-peer online community designed for kids in grades 3 - 12 to discover new interests, fuel their creativity, and develop 21st Century skills through engaging classes and clubs led by outstanding student leaders who inspire, mentor, and guide kid's learning. onto the program to discuss the importance of having all of our students exited to come to school each day to experience dynamic learning experiences.
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Oct 18, 2021
What does Project Based Learning Look Like in Hybrid Classrooms?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff speaks with educator, coach, and co-author of the new book “Environment Science for Grades 6-12” from ISTE Books, James Fester.
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In This Episode ...
* What is Project Based Learning?
* What isn’t Project Based Learning?
* The difference between focusing on the End Point and the Journey
* The Importance…
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Oct 11, 2021
Instructional Coaching through Computational Thinking
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Greenville K-8 Virtual School educator Emily Strickland and Kelli Recher, from Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) onto the podcast to discuss Ignite My Future in School (IMFIS) program.
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In This Episode ...
* Welcome Emily
* About Emily’s School
* Leadership Council for Discovery Education
* Learning…
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Oct 4, 2021
Should Instructional Coaches be seen as School Leaders?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome podcaster, administrator, and author Josh Stamper on the program to discuss the importance of coaches being seen as leaders in their school districts.
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Weekly Topic
* How do we define Leadership inside of our school buildings?
* What do/should we be looking for when selecting our school leaders?…
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Sep 27, 2021
How To You Coach Your Teachers Through Controversial Conversations?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan sit down with educator Keturah Proctor to discuss the importance of supporting teachers both for curricular and controversial conversations with students.
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Weekly Topic
* If the role of an Instructional Coach is to support the teaching of curricular topics, should coaches be in a position to be supportive of…
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Sep 20, 2021
Formative Assessments using Google Apps!
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Sep 13, 2021
Inclusive Learning 365: EdTech Strategies for Instructional Coaches to Jumpstart Digital Learning in Today’s Classrooms
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Weekly Topic
* The Importance of Building Relationships through Listening and asking Questions
* Breaking down Educational Strategies
* Mathematics
* STEM
* Literacy
* The Importance of knowing Strategies vs knowing Tools
* How can coaches use the book to support their students?
* Helping teachers find the “Why?”
* Should teachers have the…
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Sep 6, 2021
What does an ISTE Standards Based Coaching System Look Like?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Ashley McBride, author of EdTech Coaching Primer as we talk about the state of and role of coaching in today’s schools.
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Weekly Topic
* The current state of coaching
* Roles from 2019 ISTE Standards for Coaches
* Change Agent
* Connected Learner
* Collaborator
* Learning Designer…
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Aug 30, 2021
The Importance of Forming Strong Relationships with Your Teachers: Featuring Jamie Wright
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Jamie Wright a longtime tech coach and a colleague from NCCE. We have a conversation about building relationships with teachers and how to do that with intentionality.
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Weekly Topic
* What is your word for this school year as you hit the ground running?
* Susan – Intentionality with building rel…
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Aug 16, 2021
How To Effectively Engage Your Teachers During the First Week of School
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss the importance of starting the school year off on the right foot by having strategic ways to interact with teachers and administrators in your buildings.
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Weekly Topic
* Hallway Conversations
* Keep things simple
* Keep things personal … not business (non techie)
* Build rapport; find some…
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Aug 9, 2021
3 Critical Activities All Tech Coaches Must Do Before the School Year Starts
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss 3 critical things that tech coaches should be doing before the school year begins.
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3 Ways To Start The School Year Off
* Get Yourself Organized
* Clean Your Online Hard Drives
* OneDrive
* Google Drive
* Clean Your Inbox
* Undo Favorites
* Undo Tags
* Delete Conversational Email…
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Aug 2, 2021
The 5 Conversations Every Tech Coach Needs to Have Before the School Year Begins
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Nancy Minicozzi as a guest cohost as we discuss those important beginning of the school year conversations that are necessary in the life of a tech coach.
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5 Important Conversations To Have Before School Starts
Conversations with Administrators
* Important to understand that teachers are coming back…
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Jul 28, 2021
What will Online Learning Look Like This Year and in the Future?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Josh Chernikoff and Dotan Tamir to learn about what they think the future of online learning looks like both during and after school hours.
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Weekly Topics
* As K12 prepares to return to the classrooms, what challenges will they be facing?
* As many school districts are looking into providing online c…
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Jul 26, 2021
What are the 3 Most Important Questions Facing Tech Coaches Today?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan take a look at the 3 Most Important Questions facing Tech Coaches this summer.
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The 3 Most Important Questions Facing Tech Coaches This Summer
* What will school look like this year?
* Virtual
* Hybrid
* A Mixture
* How will teachers be expected to teach this year?
* Will teachers be asked to push forward?
* Will teachers automatically retract into “the usual”
* Think about rigor/differentia…
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Jul 19, 2021
Are You Thinking of Instructional Coaching … as a Leader?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan sit down with coach and podcaster Jamie Vandergrift.
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Weekly Topic
* Being a true educational leader versus staying in your lane as an instructional coach
* Where all coaching roles overlap and importance of finding others who have a role similar to you
* Where to lean if you do not have coaching support and how to recognize a community over a group.
* Actions that make a coach a true leader
About our Gues…
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Jul 12, 2021
Are You A Compassionate Coach?
Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan talk with Kathy Perret and Kenny McKee about their new book, Compassionate Coaching, and how to overcome barriers, which in turn, will help you to become a more effective coach to your teachers.
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Weekly Topic
New book, _Compassionate Coaching: How to Help Educators Navigate Barriers to Professional Growth_
_(…
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Jul 6, 2021
How To Plan and Purchase Video Equipment For Your Digital Classroom
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Grant Woods from AVer to discuss how schools and districts should be maximizing their purchasing dollar when creating hybrid or digital classrooms.
Together, we share the two ways to be thinking about your equipment purchasing:
* Fully Installed
* Fully Module
No matter if you are looking to outfit your classrooms with video cameras such as the DL30 or to provide teachers with a mobile solution such as the M5, Aver has everything that you and your district need to be successful
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Jun 29, 2021
Using Microsoft 365 and Teams to Stay Organized
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss how to use Microsoft 365 to stay organized in both your personal and professional life.
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Jun 21, 2021
2 Free Publishing Applications for Your Summertime & Classroom
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan talk about sparking design ideas using Adobe Spark to create, collaborate, and communicate both for fun in the summer and preparing for a new school year.
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Adobe Spark vs Canva
* Adobe Spark
* Adobe Spark Post
* Create flyers, posters, graphics
* Create Social Media Posts
* Stickers / T-Shirt Designs
* Business Cards
* Adobe Spark Pages
* Create simple web pages to share for informal events, par…
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Jun 14, 2021
Updates and Googly End of the Year Celebration Ideas!
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome members of GEG New England on to the podcast to discuss the latest Google Updates and end of year celebration ideas with Google Workspace for Education.
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Google Updates and Googly End of the Year Celebration Ideas!
Updates
* New Checklists in Google Docs
* Theme Builder
* Google Photos add pictures from Gmail to Photos
* Layer Image with Text
* Present from Docs, Sheets and Slides directly to Go…
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Jun 7, 2021
How Do You Determine What Type of Coaching Your Teachers Need?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss a question from our Coach’s Network as we explore how coaches determine the type of assistance that teachers need.
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Tech Coach Question of the Week
I am moving into a new Instructional Technology Coach position (part-time) for next year. We are a rural school district in Maple, WI with two elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. My job description is basically to help teachers use the…
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May 31, 2021
7 Ways to Wrap Up Your School Year … With Google!
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan host the Google Educator Group New England to discuss tips and tricks for wrapping up the school year with Google.
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Wrapping Up the School Year … with Google!
* Gmail Reverse Conversation
* 4 Step Gmail Filter
* Create a Folder for Student Exemplary Work – Keep copies of student work after gaining permission
* Shift Z Make a Shortcut of Files and Folders
* Archive and Copy Classes - http://bit.ly/GCCl…
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May 24, 2021
A Tech Coaches Guide to Staying Relevant at the End of the School Year
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome our guests Adam Juarez, Katherine Goyette, Dr. Dan Kreiness, and Rebecca Reynolds who all work as tech coaches, writers, etc. We discuss how your role as a tech coach can evolve as the school year comes to a close. What can you do to keep yourself relevant and meaningful to teachers as you end the year?
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How Can Tech Coaches Stay Relevant As The School Year Ends?
* Stay consistent with your teachers.
* Con…
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May 17, 2021
How To Create Memorable Professional Development Sessions at Large Conferences
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss several ways to get yourself out there as a conference presenter and make memorable presentations.
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5 Ways Tech Coaches Can Create Memorable Presentations
* Have a great Title and Description
* Know your audience & tailor your presentation to them and not over their heads.
* Know your own limitations before signing up for presentations. Do you have time? Do you have something valuable to contribute? Is…
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May 10, 2021
How Can Tech Coaches Support Google Educator Groups?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan host the GEG Group from New England. We discuss what’s new and a hot topic for this time of year...Staying organized! Don’t forget to share your favorite organizational tips on Twitter at @AskTheTechCoach!
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May 3, 2021
Helping Tech Coaches Find The Best Answers For Unsolvable Questions and Situations
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan talk about an issue we all sometimes struggle with. Unfortunately, there are times when you won’t have all the answers as a tech coach….and that’s ok!
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What If I Don’t Know The Answer? What If I Give An Answer And Something Changes?
* Admit you don’t always know and be a role model in finding the needed answers.
* Build Capacity
* Use your PLN
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Apr 26, 2021
How Can A Tech Coach Keep Their School District Safe From Outside Threats?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Jon Miller, a school safety and security specialist in New Jersey. We discuss Jon and Jeff’s journey as they have built capacity and tools to best serve staff and students.
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FREE EBOOK 40 Chrome Extensions Every Tech Coach Should Know
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Apr 19, 2021
Using Digital Portfolios Effectively With Your Teachers To Showcase Student Innovation
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Damian Matheson, the Director of Partner Development and Digital Portfolio Coach at Spaces.edu. Together, we discuss how teachers and students can leverage digital portfolios and the power of Student Voice to create exciting and long-lasting records of student achievement and innovation from Kindergarten through graduation.
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Apr 12, 2021
How To Create An EdTech Culture Shift In Your School District.
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss how a single Tech Coach can create a wave of momentum as a school district adjusts to a new culture of digital learning.
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5 Ways To Change The EdTech Culture Of Your School District?
* Being Positive … Even When Staff Are Not
* Showing Off Student Examples and Classroom Modeling
* Marketing, Marketing, Marketing
* Strategic Email Newsletters
* Tech Coach Website
* Adm…
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Apr 5, 2021
Creating Meaningful Professional Development for New Staff Members
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome educator Scott Bedley onto the program to discuss his school district's professional development program that supports new teachers.
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About our Guest: Scott Bedley
Scott was the Orange County Teacher of the Year and CA TOY Finalist. His classroom was featured in a Super Bowl Ad as well as in The Wall Street Journal, LA Times, O Magazine, on CNN and more. He is a 4th-Grade teacher with 27…
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Mar 29, 2021
What does Co-Teaching Look Like from the Teachers Point of View?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome guest co-hosts, Sarah Kiefer and Laura Counts to share how they have formed a fantastic working relatsionship in their school building that has led to outstanding student achievement.
Laura is a 4th gr teacher and showed her students a photo of kids sitting around a radio learning back in the early days of polio. This sparked an unplanned activity! Laura asked Sarah to come in and go over pros/cons of various tech tools and then supported a couple of students who chose to do a newscast & needed to use a new program in order to accomplish what they set out to. A very successful co-teaching tech plan.
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Mar 22, 2021
Are You A Tech Coach Champion?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Sue discuss Chapter 5 of Coaching Matters. In this chapter, we learn about Coach Champions and important they are in not just setting up a Coaching relationship with teachers, but also the relationships between coach and principal.
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Coaching Matters Chapter 5: Coach Champion
* Successful coaching programs usually have one or more people designated in the role of a "coach champion"
* What does a…
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Mar 15, 2021
Tech Coach Reflections: COVID-19 … One Year Later
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan reflect on the life of a Tech Coach during the last 12 months of COVID-19 education.
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Mar 8, 2021
The Great EdTech Debate: Padlet vs Wakelet vs Google Keep
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Rhode Island Educator and Google for Education Trainer Jen Thomas on the program to debate our favorite curation and collaboration tools. Welcome to The Great EdTech Debate: Google Keep vs Padlet vs Wakelet!
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Mar 1, 2021
How To Create Successful Coaching Cycles With Your Teachers
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Sue discuss Chapter 4 of Coaching Matters. In this chapter, you will learn the differences, as well as the pro's and con's of both 1:1 and Team Coaching.
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Coaching Cycle as a Structure
* A Common way to structure coaches work is through a Coaching CycleCoaching Cycles are a series of interactions with an individual or team of teachers over timeThey have a goal for both teacher and student learning…
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Feb 22, 2021
1:1 Coaching vs Team Coaching | Debating the Pros and Cons of Instructional Coaching
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Sue discuss Chapter 4 of Coaching Matters. In this chapter, you will learn the differences, as well as the pro's and con's of both 1:1 and Team Coaching.
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Coaching Matters Chapter 4: Decisions about Coaches' Work
* The leaders who manage and initiate coaching programs or refine existing programs make a series of critical decisions regarding coaches’ daily workHow to make decisions about the coach…
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Feb 15, 2021
Canva for Education: Empowering Your Teachers and Students To Design!
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and sits down with Jason Wilmot the Head of Education at Canva to discuss the importance of empowering every teacher and student to be the designers of their imagination.
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Feb 8, 2021
10 Roles and Responsibilities of Coaches (Coaching Matters Chapter 3)
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss Chapter 3 of Coaching Matters "Roles and Responsibilities for Coaches"
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Ten Roles and Responsibilities of Coaches
Resource Provider
* Sharing and creating instructional resources with teachers
Data Coach
* Guiding teachers to access, analyze, and use relevant, formal, and informal data from multiple sources
* Help teachers learn how to gather data
* Help teachers to reflect through data
* Facilitating conversations that engage teachers in analyzing and using…
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Feb 1, 2021
Does Coaching … Really Matter?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan begin a book study on the book Coaching Matters. We discuss chapter 1 which gives us a firm foundation on where tech coaching should begin and become successful.
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In this episode, we discuss chapter 1 of Coaching Matters by Joellen Killion, Cindy Harrison, Chris Bryan, and Heather Cliftton.
Some of the key points discussed in the conversation:
* Establishing a base with the staff members to support what is being taught in the curriculum.
* How do you make coaching a part of the teacher’s routine?
* Coaching cycle, not so much coaching a tool or c…
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Jan 25, 2021
STEM Education: How Can Tech Coaches Help Create Engaging Activities For All Subject Areas?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome our guests, Lindsay Simpson, and Amy Fusarelli as we discuss STEAM, Tech Coaching, and putting it all together as we collaborate with teachers to reach students.Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network!
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STEM/STEAM Coaching
* How does it differ from other areas?
* “Where all of the content areas come to play!”
* Collaborative, don’t make it a “drop off and leave” area. Teachers join in, coach/facilitator leads but all participate. This creates buy-in and leaves the teachers wanting more.
* Bringing items in from all of the content areas and s…
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Jan 18, 2021
Preparing Teachers Of Younger Learners To Be Tech Ready
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome our guest Sarah Kiefer as we talk about a topic of discussion from The Tech Coaches Network. We discuss ways that we have prepared teachers of younger learners to be tech ready with ever changing ways to do school.
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Jan 11, 2021
The Launch of a New Tech Coaches Website
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss the launching of her new website Tech Imaginations!
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Jan 4, 2021
Are You Coaching Your Curriculum or Your Technology?
In this episode of Ask the Tech Coach, Jeff sits down with Kat Howard to discuss making the big transition to a Microsoft Teams environment, managing multiple Tech Coaches, and helping them learn to coach to the curriculum, rather than the technology.
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Kat Howard is a Senior Leader in an all-through school in Northamptonshire, overseeing staff professional development and strategic oversight for English. An English specialist, Kat has worked with leading providers such as the NCTL, Oak National, the BBC, and is Founder of Litdrive, an English subject community for teachers.
Author/co-author of the #1 bestsellers 'Stop Talking About Wellbeing' and 'Symbiosis: The Curriculum and The Classroom', Kat speaks and writes about the integral link between teacher purpose and the quality of the curriculum and professional…
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Dec 13, 2020
The Great Breakout Room Debate: Meet vs Teams vs Zoom
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome John Sowash from the Chromebook Classroom Podcast as our guest as we discuss & debate the Breakout Rooms and how they are being used on Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, and Zoom.
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Dec 7, 2020
Connecting EdTech with Parents in your Community
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss ways tech coaches can connect with parents and the community for collaboration and support. Jeff also shares a few highlights from his ISTE session from the past week.
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Nov 30, 2020
What Do Tech Coaches Have to be Thankful For This Year?
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Nov 16, 2020
Are You A Complete EdTech Coach?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Tech Coaches Adam Jaurez and Katherine Goyette, authors of the new book _The Complete EdTech Coach: A Organic Approach to Supporting Digital Learning._
About our Guests
Adam Juarez is a Technology Integration Coach for Cutler-Orosi Joint Unified School District. He supports teachers through individualized coaching, demo lessons and professional development. Adam is a Google Certified Trainer and Innovator, Leroy Finkel Fellowship Finalist, co-founder of #CVTechTalk, frequent speaker/presenter at various edtech events across the country, 2020 30 K-12 IT Influencers Worth a Follow (EdTech Magazine) and co-author of _The Complete EdTech Coach: A Organic Approach to Supporting Digital Learning._
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Katherine Goyette is an EdTech Consultant for Tulare COE and co-author of “The Complete EdTech Coach: An Organic Approach to Supporting Digital Learning”. She facil…
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Nov 9, 2020
Are You Treating Your Tech Coaches Like Offensive Coordinators?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss how tech coaches can build relationships with admins, IT coordinators, etc. to effectively carry out district plans and initiatives.
Why is it important to allow your Tech Coach to run the offense?
* Tech Coaches help create your Tech Integration Plan
* Tech Coaches are the ones in the classrooms building relationships with teachers and students
* Tech Coaches are generally educators whereas Tech Directors may have an IT background
* Tech Coaches not only know the applications but understand how to break it down for PD
* Working together - “art of selling” - making each other (departments) look awesome
* Communication is key!
* Lead by example. Eventually, you gain trust and promote effective collaboration.
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Nov 2, 2020
Supporting Students as Content Creators During Quarantine
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Eric Guise as we discuss handling content creation with students during a time of hybrid learning.
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5 Apps For Supporting Content Creation in Students
How can we have students prove that they know the content and make an assessment that is not “cheatable?”
* WeVideo
* SoundTrap
* Adobe Express
* Thinglink
* Screencasting apps (Screencastify, Loom, etc)
* Sodaphonic
* GotT…
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Oct 26, 2020
The Importance of Goal Setting for Classroom Teachers and their Tech Coaches
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome guest co-host, Kate Curran to discuss ways to set meaningful goals with your teachers and how to stick to them as we move through new and different ways of teaching.
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5 Ways To Set Meaningful Goals as a Tech Coach
Jim Knight, an educator and expert in instructional coaching who wrote the book, The Impact Cycle, talks about goal setting as using “*PEERS*” Goals -
* Have a vision beyond the wa…
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Oct 26, 2020
Keeping Students “Hands-On” During Hybrid Lessons using LEGO Education Products
In this BONUS episode of Ask the Tech Coach, Jeff sits down with Dr. Jenny Nash from the LEGO Education Team to discuss how teachers can keep students safe in their classrooms while also creating a hands-on curriculum using LEGO Education products.
Topics Discussed:
* SPIKE Prime
* New Training Trackers for Science
* LEGO Education Hybrid Learning Resources
* Rebuild the World Campaign
* Watch the Video
* New LEGO Lesson Plans and Classroom Resources
About our Guest: Dr. Jenny Nash
Dr. Jenny Nash serves as the Head of Education Impact Team for LEGO Education in the US, where she provides direction and leadership in delivering meaningful education opportunities for students. With previous experiences as a professional development provider and Middle School Science teacher, Jenny is an advocate for hands-on, inquiry-based learning for students and building confidence in teachers to provide this type of learning.
About LEGO Education
LEGO® Education believes…
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Oct 19, 2020
Using Data to Create Outstanding Professional Development
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss how to take data you have collected from teacher training and use it to move forward in creating meaningful professional development.
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Oct 12, 2020
How Can Tech Coaches Help Administrators Create Transformative Learning Environments?
In this episode of "Ask the Tech Coach", Jeff sits down with educator, administrator, and author Jethro Jones to discuss his new book "SchoolX" and share effective ways for Tech Coaches to help their administrators see their goals and visions to their fullest potential.
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Jethro Jones, 2017 NASSP Digital Principal of the Year, is a former principal in Fairbanks, Alaska, and host of Transformative Principal, where he interviews principals, leaders, and influencers who help improve K-12 education throughout the world. Jethro is the Author of SchoolX, a book about how to redesign your school to meet the needs of your stakeholders.
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Oct 5, 2020
Making October Better Than September
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss reflecting on the past few weeks as the year has begun and how we can use professional development to grow and move forward to continue making it a great year.
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In Todays Episode, We Discuss
* Reflection from the first few weeks -
* What went well?
* How can you, as a tech coach, take what went well and move forward
* Where are your teachers in the SAMR model?
* How can we move forward…
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Sep 27, 2020
3 Simple Yet Effective Ways For Tech Coaches To Take Leadership Roles In Their School Districts
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss with Dr. Dan Kreiness how Tech Coaches can take simple, yet effective leadership roles in their districts without even being asked by their administrators.
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3 Ways to Take On Leadership Roles In Your School District
* Digital Organization and Efficiency Support - (Jeff)
* Stepping up as a coach (without a coach title)/Lead PD (Dan)
* Digital Citizenship / STEM Education / Marketing PR areas (Su…
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Sep 20, 2020
How To Organize Your Tech Coaches using Microsoft Teams
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss how Microsoft Teams can be used to organize not just one, but a group of Technology Coaches to unify district communication and create a focused professional development portal for thousands of teachers and students.
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In Todays Episode, We Discuss
* What is Microsoft Teams?
* How can Tech Coaches use Microsoft Teams?
* Calendar
* Meetings
* Digital Dashboard
* Can Google and Teams play…
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Sep 13, 2020
How To Tech Coach …. Tech Coaches!
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss the first things you should be doing and thinking about when being put in a position of leading other Tech Coaches.
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In Todays Episode, We Discuss
* How do we start in a new position?
* What are the best ways to get to know your new staff?
* What tools do we use to keep organized?
* How do we communicate with our coworkers - other tech coaches, instructional coaches, etc.
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Sep 7, 2020
10 Apps To Help Tech Coaches Stay Organized
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss ways to keep organized and get into a consistent routine both personally and digitally as you start a new school year.
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In Todays Episode, We Discuss
* Organize your Drive!
* Have a consistent place to keep notes, dates, etc.
* Yes, as a tech coach you are still allowed to use pen and paper!
* Google Keep
* Have a consistent place to store resources
* Wakelet
* Google Site or Sharep…
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Aug 31, 2020
Can Teachers Bring Augmented Reality into a Hybrid Teaching Environment?
In this episode of Ask the Tech Coach, Jeff discusses Augmented Reality with Parker McDonough from Seek Education.
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*Topic 1 - Augmented reality for distance learning*
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* With many schools not returning in-person this fall, teachers and parents are looking for innovative ways to educate kids.
* A New York Times study launched this week revealed just 1 in 7 parents said their children will not be returning to school full time this fall.
* One of the most powerful assets a student can have is a quality digital tool set and AR can play a significant role here. AR-based learning is changing the way students receive and retain information. By pairing AR models with the teaching curriculum, it can provide further detail and understanding for students. Many children are visual learners and a 3D model of the…
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Aug 24, 2020
What does Project Based Learning look like in a COVID Classroom?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Zak Ringelstein to discuss how to incorporate project-based learning in the classroom during this season we are in dealing with Covid and its impact on education. We talk about what PBL looks like in a hybrid situation and making it engaging for students whether face to face or virtual.
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* What does Project Based Learning look like in a hybrid classroom?
* How do…
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Aug 17, 2020
A Review of Tech Coach Live: A Virtual Conference for Tech Coaches!
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss the Tech Coach Live virtual conference and break down all the action from the big event!
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Aug 13, 2020
Let’s Get Ready For Tech Coach Live: A Virtual Conference for Technology Coaches!
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss the Tech Coach Live virtual conference that happens on Saturday, August 15, 2020. They go over the list of sessions that will include numerous panelists with tech coaching experiences. We hope you will join us for the Virtual Conference over on YouTube on our TeacherCast channel. https://youtu.be/D0OgVEaVjRE
Tech Coach Live Sessions
* Introducing the "NEW" Google Certified Tech Coach
* Hire me: How to Get Your First Tech Coach Job
* What Do Tech Coaches Do?
* Relationship Building: Winning Over Your Staff in those First Faculty Meetings
* Step Up your Instructional Coaching Data Game
* First Weeks of School: Interacting With Staff
* Engaging and Relevant PD Sessions
* New Teacher Orientation: How much do you give to new teachers … what do you give to new teachers … how do you not overwhelm them?
* How do we ease teachers into a new school year?
* Helping teachers prioritize and focus…
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Aug 3, 2020
Video Applications for the Instructional Technology Coach
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss our favorite Video Solutions for Tech Coaches and discuss Pro's and Con's for each application.
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In this episode, we discuss:
Virtual Meeting Applications episode link to debate episode…….
Google Meet
* Pros
* Many features are free
* Easy to use … people are familiar with the platform
* Connects to Google Classroom
* Cons
* Many features might end up being Enterprise overtime
* Doesn’t have many features that other platforms have
Microsoft Teams
* Pros
* Extremely feature rich
* “Free” with Microsoft package
* Connects with additional apps both Office and non-Office
Zoom
* Pros
* Many teachers know how to use Zoom basic features
* Educational / Premium version allows for more security features
* Breakout Rooms o…
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Jul 27, 2020
Fears, Thoughts, and Deep Conversations About The Upcoming School Year
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan talk about organizing this school year that is looking more and more different by the day.
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In this episode, we discuss:
* What is your school district doing to prepare? Susan talks about the first day of school at one of their campuses as they transition back.
* What precautions is your school district/buildings taking with returning to school face to face or using a hybrid approach?
* How does / will your tech coaching day look different?
* How has planning PD changed?
* Different approach to PD for teachers and staff
* Serving families whose children are learning at home through a hybrid/blended model
* Dealing with conversations in addition to technology in areas such as social/emotional, etc.
* How are you protecting yourself and keeping healthy an…
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Jul 20, 2020
What Do Administrators Really Think About The Tech Coach Position?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Sue sit down with (title) Sandy Paul to discuss what administrators really think about the Tech Coach Position.
In this episode, we discuss:
* Why does a School District need a Tech Coach?
* What qualifies someone to be a Tech Coach?
* What do you look for when interviewing Tech Coaches?
* What does a Tech Coach Resume look like?
* How do you prepare your staff for having a Coach on staff?
* How do you prepare your staff for the concept of being “Coached” by another staff member?
* Why is it important to think of a Tech Coach as “Instructional” rather than IT support?
* What advice can a Tech Coach take away from today's episode?
About our Guest:
Presently Director of Information Technology and Operations. Past Senior Instructional Technologist at Rutgers University. Previous Chief Technical Officer (CTO) for the Sayreville Public Schools. I have 22 years of experience as a Director and prior was a…
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Jul 13, 2020
10 Ways to use Wakelet to Organize your Classroom and Tech Coaching
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan continue the “Tools For Tech Coaches” discussion throughout this month of July. Today we talk about Wakelet and how you can “Catch the Wakelet Wave” as we welcome Bruce Reicher to share his many experiences and how he has used Wakelet for his own productivity, coaching teachers, and with his students.
Topics Discussed
* What is Wakelet and curation?
* How do you use it for your professional development and for your classroom?
* What are some interesting ways you have seen Wakelet used?
* How can students use Wakelet too?
* My PD Wakelet - www.wakelet.com/@reicher
* My School Wakelet - www.wakelet.com/@breicher
* PD Google Site - https://sites.google.com/view/brucereicherpd/home
* Susan’s Wakelet Collections - https://wakelet.com/@sv314dws
10 Ways to Catch the Wakelet Wave
* Curate resources on like topics
* Curate resources to check out later
* Create student choice boards
* C…
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Jul 6, 2020
Microsoft SWAY: 5 Ways To Be Creative In the Classroom With Your Students
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome Scott Bricker as we kick off the month of July focusing on Tech Tools for Tech Coaches. Scott will share ways to use Microsoft SWAY to create dynamic presentations as you train teachers and show them best practice tools to use with students.
5 Ways to use Microsoft SWAY in the Classroom
* Weekly newsletter
* Flipped Classroom
* Reimagining curriculum & textbooks
* Portfolios & Assessment
* Groupwork & Collaboration
About our Guest: Scott Bricker
Scott is the Director of Educational Technology at Santa Margarita Catholic High School and is charged with leading the school's Ed Tech Program for its 1650 Students and 115 Teachers. SMCHS is a proud Microsoft Showcase School and Scott is enjoying his 6th year as a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert (MIEE) and his second year as an MIEE Fellow, connections which have all been instrumental in fostering Scott’s passion for growing and inspiring the appropri…
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Jun 29, 2020
Simple Tips for Creating Video in the Classroom
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan welcome an awesome panel of tech coaches to discuss using video with training teachers and teaching students. We discussed what we have learned, what our teachers have learned, and ideas for best practices.
Topics Discussed
* What have we learned about creating video to instruct our teachers?
* What have we learned about creating video to instruct our students?
* New Teacher Orientation
* What advice do we have for “newbies?”
* Camera angle at or a bit above eye level
* iPhone back camera is higher quality
* Interesting background helpful
* Light on your face
* Stay closer to your audio source.
* Be sure to look at your camera lens and not at yourself. Put an interesting picture/photo above your camera to focus on to look up at the camera.
* Amazing New Drawing Tool:
* Wacom Tablet for writing/annotations onto screen
* Making Great Looking Backgrounds
* Have an idea of the look y…
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Jun 21, 2020
How to Onboard New Teachers into Your District During a Global Pandemic
Are you looking forward to a new school year but it is just too early to bring new teachers into the building for training? Learn how to make the best PD decisions today!
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss a variety of ways that school districts can be successful onboarding new teachers before the school gets started!
Whether it is physical or virtual, introduce yourself as the coach/trainer via video and send it out prior so they have a name, face, and voice to put together to make them feel more at ease.
Physical Training
* Acknowledge the various levels of background knowledge of the teachers coming in.
* Think about a self-paced checklist for them to complete where you are not lecturing but having them complete a checklist for proof of knowledge and you are available to answer questions. We call ours “Getting to Know Tech at CASS” - SAMPLE
* SAMPLE of a Technology Orientation Page
Virtual Training
* The checklist idea from ph…
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Jun 14, 2020
How To Run A Successful Virtual Bootcamp As Summer Professional Development
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan talk about what summer PD and the summer conference training season will look like as we move forward in planning for a new school year and training teachers.
5 Strategies for Running a Successful Professional Development Bootcamp
A lot of what we have been doing in our classrooms over the recent weeks is going to hold over into summer professional development and conference planning as we work to train veteran teachers and newly hired teachers in virtual teaching strategies that can be successfully blended easily into a face to face classroom.
* Relevancy - How do I determine what my teachers need? Have a vision of what the trainings should accomplish and for whom.
* Flexibility - What are the advantages of running online trainings?
* Anytime, Anywhere
* Differentiated for the teacher giving them choice
* Can be Self-Paced
* Teach the idea of Flipped Learning by structuring PD this way
* Getting Cute w…
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Jun 12, 2020
What Can Teachers Learn From Google Educator Groups?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Stephanie Howell and Melissa Summerford on the program to learn about the brand new Google Educator Groups that are designed to help connect educators and provide an amazing professional learning experience for teachers and school districts.
Are you looking for a Google Educator Group near you?
Check out all of the great resources on Google Educator Group website or learn how you can start your own chapter today!
Topics Discussed
* What are Google Educator Groups?
* What do Google Educator Group meetings look like?
* How do you build a community?
* What are the Google Educator Group requirements?
* How do you find “what works” when building a community?
* How do you stay connected with the greater Google Educator Groups?
Links of Interest
* Find a Google Educator Group near you
* GEG-Texas
* GEG- Ohio
* Global GEG
* GEG Learning Opportunities
Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www…
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Jun 9, 2020
How to Become a Tech Coach in 2020: Tips & Tricks to Nailing Your First Interview!
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan talk about evaluating tech tools, things to consider, and working with administrators on purchasing needed technology for physical and virtual classrooms.
How to Score Your First Tech Coach Position
Getting Qualified for the Interview
* What makes you qualified to become a Tech Coach?
* Reflect upon and own your strengths; don’t be afraid to tout your knowledge with back information of how your knowledge can help others.
* Remember just because you are a “tech geek”, it doesn’t always make you a good tech coach. A good tech coach needs to be able to talk the tech talk, but also talk the talk at the level of the teacher/user/beginner, etc.
* Are EdTech Badges necessary?
* Should you look to get out of the classroom?
* Reflection - Know your WHY! Why are you really wanting a position like this, make sure you have motivation driving you and not burn out or frustration driving you away from something…
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Jun 1, 2020
How To Help Your School District Make Good Purchasing Decisions
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan talk about evaluating tech tools, things to consider, and working with administrators on purchasing needed technology for physical and virtual classrooms.
How To Help Your District Purchase EdTech
* Have meaningful discussions with your administrators
* Discuss the Why and the How in addition to the Who
* What is your purpose for purchasing this?
* Test Drive the Free Demos
* Many demos are still available through June. Give them a try and see what works best for your school and teachers.
* Make Friends with the Companies on Social Media
* These relationships offer many benefits to pilot new features and in many cases discounts and benefits of their ambassador programs.
* Discuss training and implementation of new applications (both physically and virtually)
* Think about all the different ways training should take place for different learning styles and needs for the time.
* Video tutorial, wri…
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May 25, 2020
3 Things School Districts Should Focus On During Summertime Professional Development
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan talk about using lessons learned from the school year to design effective summertime professional development.
3 Things School Districts Should Focus On During Summertime Professional Development
Start with the Basics and Build From There
* What was already in place that new teachers may not have been fully aware of?
* What was in place that your teachers may need further clarified to better succeed?
Don’t forget about your advanced users
* Build capacity among your advanced users. Equip them to support some of your basic users.
* Collaborative sharing space to contribute new ideas or innovative activities that have worked for them.
Focus on the Why, When, and How … not just the WHAT
* What happened this year to help you guide your PD plans?
* How has your PD plan changed from what you may have previously had planned? Why did these events affect your plan?
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Apr 19, 2020
Zoom vs Google Meet: The Great Distance Learning Debate Podcast
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff, Susan, take on the popular question “Which Distance Learning Service is Best?: Google Meet or Zoom.
Tech Coach Mastermind
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Apr 13, 2020
What Happens When Your School District Cancels Physical Classes For The Remainder Of The School Year?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff, Susan, Melissa, and Kelly discuss where we are in this eLearning process and how we are encouraging teachers to plan for the possibility of being out for the remainder of the year.
Reflections from Last Week:
* Last we discussed how our districts and schools have fostered STEM Education during distance learning.
Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!
* 2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Website
* www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network!
* Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year?
* Are you searching for support in your positio…
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Apr 6, 2020
Learning How To Engage STEM Education Students During Distance Learning Days
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff, Susan, Thom Gibson, and Tammy Dunbar discuss various ways to keep students engaged in STEM Education during distance learning days.
In this episode, we discuss:
Reflections from Last Week:
* Last we discussed how our districts and schools have mobilized a digital/eLearning plan and gotten it off the ground in a matter of a few days.
Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!
* 2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Website
* www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
Teaching STEM Education During Distance Learning Days
* How DO we teach STEM from home? How does STEM education change from school to home?
* T…
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Mar 30, 2020
How Are EdTech Companies Supporting Teachers and Students During Distance Learning Days
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff, Melissa and Jon discuss how EdTech Companies are offering their applications and services free of charge to school districts to support them during Distance Learning Days.
In this episode, we discuss:
Tech Coach Roundtable
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!
* 2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Website
* www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
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How Can Our Students And Teachers Take Advantage Of Free EdTech Apps During Social Learning Days?
* This is a great opportunity to try out some new tools but keep these things in mind:
* Look for tools that give students the opportunity for Choice, Ownership, Voice, and…
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Mar 22, 2020
5 Ways For Teach Coaches To Connect With Teachers During Digital Learning Days
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff, Susan, and Melissa discuss ways tech coaches can meet the needs of teachers during digital learning days when we are not able to be face to face. How do we coach from a distance?
In this episode, we discuss:
Reflections from Last Week:
* Last we discussed how our districts and schools have mobilized a digital/eLearning plan and gotten it off the ground in a matter of a few days.
Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!
* 2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Website
* www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
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5 Ways To Work With Teachers During Digital Learning Days
Weekly Emails To Teachers
* St…
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Mar 15, 2020
How Can Tech Coaches Support Each Other As We Support Our Teachers During Distance Learning Days
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff, Susan, and Matt discuss they have helped districts and teachers prepare for school closures in the wake of COVID-19.
In this episode, we discuss:
Reflections from Last Week:
* In last week’s episode we talked about the many questions surrounding distance learning including how to approach the idea as well as logistical consideration to think about surrounding teacher work hours, etc.
Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!
* 2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Website
* www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
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How do Tech Coaches support each other during this new time of learning during school…
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Mar 9, 2020
How Should Distance Learning Look When Schools Need To Close?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss the many questions surrounding distance learning including how to approach the idea as well as logistical consideration to think about surrounding teacher work hours, etc.
In this episode, we discuss:
Reflections from Last Week:
* In last week’s episode, we talked about what professional development looks like for us as Tech Coaches.
Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!
* 2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Website
* www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
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What is Distance Learning?
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* Distance learning can take the form of a class being conducted within a building or d…
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Mar 2, 2020
Should Tech Coaches Support Social Media Habits In Todays Classrooms?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss the importance of Social Media in todays classrooms and academic programs.
Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!
* 2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Website
* www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
How Can Tech Coaches Support Social Media Usage In The Classroom
* Should classrooms involve the community in their daily activities?
* It is important to bring the community stakeholders, and of course, parents in so they see the positive things going on in schools and classroom.
* So much feedback comes from parents who enjoy seeing their students in photos throughout the day doing n…
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Feb 24, 2020
The Many Dangers Tech Coaches Face When Working With Students In The Classroom
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss approaches and things to think about as you enter a classroom for lesson modeling and/or co-teaching. What does it look like when a tech coach works with students?
In this episode, we discuss:
Reflections from Last Week:
* In last week’s episode, we talked about what professional development looks like for us as Tech Coaches.
Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!
* 2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Website
* www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
What Challenges Does a Tech Coach Face When Working With Students Inside a Classroom?
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* Establish that I DO-->WE DO-->YOU DO ap…
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Feb 17, 2020
What Does Professional Development Look Like For Tech Coaches?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss how taking care of yourself as a Tech Coach via your own professional learning is just as important as serving the teachers. To have energy and knowledge to meet the needs of the teachers, you must fill up your own cup with needed professional learning for you!
In this episode, we discuss:
Reflections from Last Week:
* In last week’s episode we talked all about using video streaming and interactive video for both tech coaches and classroom teachers.
Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!
* 2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Website
* www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
What Does…
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Feb 10, 2020
5 Ways to use Video and Live Streaming in the Classroom
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Susan and Matt on the podcast to discuss how and why Interactive and Streaming Video can be used for both Tech Coaches and Classroom Teachers.
In this episode, we discuss:
Reflections from Last Week:
* How are you building your Tech Coach brand?
Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!
* 2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Website
* www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
How can streaming and interactive video be used in education?
* 4 C’s are huge here - Using video to encourage communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity and encouraging learning to happen not only inside…
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Feb 3, 2020
How Are You Building Your Tech Coach Brand?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss several ways that Tech Coaches can build their Tech Coach Brands.
In this episode, we discuss:
Reflections from Last Week:
* How to create a Post PD Workshop Survey
Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!
* 2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Website
* www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
How are you building your tech coach brand?
* How do I, as a coach, want to be known?
* What do I want to be known for or known as?
* Am I the Google lady? Am I the Microsoft Guru? Am I the BreakoutEDU lady, etc., etc.?
* What do your teachers or administrators say about you when you ent…
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Jan 27, 2020
How To Collect And Utilize Feedback Data After Your PD Workshops
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan talk about the end of your Professional Development Cycle. We spent a ton of time creating our workshops and making sure they are perfect. But, what happens after the workshop.
Today, we will take a look at a variety of uses for our Workshop Feedback Forms. Learn how to create meaningful feedback that is helpful to both your Tech Coaching program and your district and curricular roadmaps for future planning.
In this episode, we discuss:
Reflections from Last Week:
* How To Come Back To Reality After A Conference
Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network!
* Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year?
* Are you searching for support in your position?
The TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches.
* 3 Distinct Professional Learning Netwo…
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Jan 21, 2020
Coming Back To Your School District After A Conference … What Happens Next?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Tech Coaches Susan Vincentz and Tisha Richmond to discuss the FETC Conference in Miami Florida and share our thoughts about what happens once we return to our school districts.
In this episode, we discuss:
Reflections from Last Week:
* FETC 2020 Conference
Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!
* 2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Website
* www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
How Do You Come Back To Reality After A Conference?
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* Get some sleep, calm your mind from all of that information and excitement racing around in your brain.
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Jan 13, 2020
4 Ways For Tech Coaches to Tech Coach At Tech Conferences
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Pennsylvania educator Matt Friedman to discuss 4 Ways For Tech Coaches to Tech Coach At Tech Conferences.
We are also excited to share our updated subscription links with you over at www.TeacherCast.net/Subscribe. Check out the podcast today!
Did You Know We Have A New Place To Listen To The Podcast?
Check out Ask the Tech Coach on these new locations
* Apple Podcasts
* Google Podcasts
* Visit our Podcast Homepage
Tech Coach Tip of the Week
* When attending conferences such as FETC, TCEA, or even ISTE it’s important to wear multiple hats. As a Tech Coach representing your district, you should keep your eyes open for what will be useful with your teachers. As a Connected Educator, you should be reaching out to network with other Tech Coaches. Most importantly, you are going to the conference to learn how to be a better professional development provider so take advantage of everything that you have acce…
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Jan 6, 2020
5 New Years Tech Coach Resolutions for 2020
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff shares some new adventures in Tech Coaching and encourages Tech Coaches worldwide to create their list of New Years Tech Coach Resolutions with the podcast.
We are also excited to share our updated subscription links with you over at www.TeacherCast.net/Subscribe. Check out the podcast today!
Did You Know We Have A New Place To Listen To The Podcast?
Check out Ask the Tech Coach on these new locations
* Apple Podcasts
* Google Podcasts
* Visit our Podcast Homepage
Five Tech Coach New Year's Resolutions
Reorganize Your Digital Files
* Look through your “MyDrive” and organize and rename anything that needs to be organized.
* Archive your Google Classrooms
* Add items to multiple folders if needed
Update Your Tutorials To Reflect New Updates
* Look on Social Media for news and updates from your favorite EdTech Companies
* Scan your PLN to see if they have new ways to use your favorite apps and include tho…
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Dec 22, 2019
Are You A Future Ready Coach?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Brianna Hodges to discuss Future Ready Coaches and her involvement in this years FETC Conference in Miami Florida.
This month, the Ask The Tech Coach Podcast will be featuring stories from Tech Coaches across the country and we would love to hear from you and learn about your programs. If you are interested in joining us for our next episode, please contact us today!
Reflections From Last Week
* Episode 74: Tech Coach Stories: Eujon Anderson
Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!
* 2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Website
* www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
Do You Have A Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
What Does A Tech Coach Do…
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Dec 16, 2019
Supporting Teachers As Both The Tech Coach and Tech Director
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Google Certified Trainer, Tech Coach and Tech Director from Troy City Schools Eujon Anderson on the program to discuss the upcoming FETC Conference.
Learn how he keeps track of a staff of more than 200 professionals and 2,000 students using simple yet mobile-friendly applications such as Google Keep to handle a busy schedule across multiple school buildings.
This month, the Ask The Tech Coach Podcast will be featuring stories from Tech Coaches across the country and we would love to hear from you and learn about your programs. If you are interested in joining us for our next episode, please contact us today!
Reflections from Last Week
* Episode 73: Tech Coach Stories: Michael Vick
Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates…
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Dec 9, 2019
How To Become a Tech Coach in TWO School Districts
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes North Texas Digital Learning Specialist, Michael Vick, onto the podcast to discuss how he transitioned from being a Math Teacher to a Tech Coach in two amazing school buildings. In addition to being a Digital Learning Specialist, Michael is also the cohost of the educational podcast “The Digital Dish” where he shares his tips and tricks of bringing EdTech into the classroom.
This month, the Ask The Tech Coach Podcast will be featuring stories from Tech Coaches across the country and we would love to hear from you and learn about your programs. If you are interested in joining us for our next episode, please contact us today!
Reflections from Last Week
* Episode 72: Tech Coach Stories: Nick Amaral
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Dec 2, 2019
What Does A 12-Month Tech Coaching Position Look Like?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff turns the microphone on his cohost Nick Amaral to learn all about his Technology Coaching program in his New Jersey School District.
This month, the Ask The Tech Coach Podcast will be featuring stories from Tech Coaches across the country and we would love to hear from you and learn about your programs. If you are interested in joining us for our next episode, please contact us today!
Reflections from Last Week
* Episode 71: Three Ways To Support Teachers Through Unexpected Challenges
Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Websitewww.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
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Nov 25, 2019
3 Ways To Support Teachers Through Unexpected Challenges in Technology Integration
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff Bradbury and Dan Kreiness from the Leader of Learning Podcast discuss several ways that a Tech Coach and a school district can support teachers as they settle into learning how to use new technologies in their classrooms.
Today's episode of Ask the Tech Coach is brought to you by Dyknow.
When Technology Teams plan for technology integration, it is crucial to think about how teachers will manage student device distractions during class. Dyknow’s classroom management software empowers teachers to teach with technology by enabling real-time visibility of student activity to identify off-task behavior and redirect that behavior with blocking or messaging.
Additionally, Dyknow enables teachers to create blocking plans, facilitate formative assessments, and view student history after class. Dyknow defeats device distractions so you have the confidence that your time and investment in learning technology is reaching its full potential.…
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Nov 18, 2019
How Can We Successfully Monitor Tech Integration In Our Classrooms?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Technology Coach and Microsoft Innovative Innovator Melania LeJeune to discuss ways that teachers can monitor tech integration in their classrooms.
Today's episode of Ask the Tech Coach is brought to you by Dyknow.
When Technology Teams plan for technology integration, it is crucial to think about how teachers will manage student device distractions during class. Dyknow’s classroom management software empowers teachers to teach with technology by enabling real-time visibility of student activity to identify off-task behavior and redirect that behavior with blocking or messaging.
Additionally, Dyknow enables teachers to create blocking plans, facilitate formative assessments, and view student history after class. Dyknow defeats device distractions so you have the confidence that your time and investment in learning technology is reaching its full potential. Help empower your teachers to embrace technology integration kno…
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Nov 11, 2019
The Importance of Tech Coaches Focusing on Function and NOT on Application
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with New Jersey Tech Coach Eric Guise to talk about the importance of Tech Coaches focusing on the function rather than the application. For many Tech Coaches, they are often in a position of wanting to push a specific app because it's the latest and greatest. However, for many teachers, these new and exciting applications aren't household names and it's often scary to think about introducing something new.
So what is the solution?
Rather than pushing an application such as Flipgrid, it's best to push the concept of “what do you want your students to be able to do?” and THEN work in a conversation about a fantastic application that can meet all of their classroom needs for free.
In today's episode, we take you through several scenarios where teachers might ask a Tech Coach about a specific function or classroom activity and provide several great solutions for how to help that teacher bring technology into their lesson…
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Nov 4, 2019
5 Ways To Encourage Technology Integration
Are your teachers finally settling into the long school year and starting to get a little relaxed in their focus on Technology Integration? In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff discusses 5 things that every tech coach (and school district) can do to encourage teachers to become innovative and creative in their classrooms through technology integration.
Today's episode of Ask the Tech Coach is brought to you by Dyknow, a complete technology integration solution for managing what students are doing on their devices.
Dyknow’s classroom management software empowers teachers to teach with technology integration by enabling real-time visibility of student activity to identify off-task behavior and redirect that behavior with blocking or messaging. Additionally, Dyknow enables teachers to create blocking plans, facilitate formative assessments, and view student history after class.
Learn more at www.dyknow.com.
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Oct 29, 2019
Finding Harmony in EdTech Integration
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Assistant Principal Josh Stamper to have a candid discussion on how Tech Coaches can successfully navigate the political waters of both a building and school district when trying to lead from within.
Reflections from Last Week
* How To Involve Your Teachers In The Digital Learning Process
Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Websitewww.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
4 Questions To Ask When It Comes To Creating A Digital Learning Action Plan
* Why is it important to share your vision of EdTech Integration with your district?Everyone is in on the conversation…
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Oct 21, 2019
How To Include Your Teachers In Professional Learning Decisions
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff takes a look at several reasons why it's important for our teachers to be involved in their professional learning decisions. For so many teachers, they are told when to show up for PD sessions and given not much else in terms of a vision or professional roadmap. Because of this, Professional Development for many is simply meaningless.
However, once a vision and a school or districtwide roadmap are put in front of teachers, they can then begin to understand the value of their professional experiences and begin to formulate a reason to take part in their experiences into their classrooms to implement new learnings into their lessons.
Today's episode is brought to you by the Tech Coach Mastermind Program. Sign up today for a chance to explore Tech Coaching from an entirely new vision with tons of digital resources and monthly meetings with dozens of Tech Coaches from around the country. Sign up today at www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind…
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Oct 14, 2019
Effective Planning for Technology Integration
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff unpacks the key steps needed to begin planning your school district's Educational Technology Integration Plan. In this episode, you will learn why it’s important to not only clearly define your scope and sequence for creating a digital classroom but also why it’s important to give your teachers yearly benchmarks that will effectively meet the ISTE standards.
If this topic is new to you, I would like to suggest that you also listen to Episode 64 where we first introduce the concept of EdTech Integration Plans and how they are created in response to your school district's Strategic Plan.
If you are a Tech Coach or are in a Professional Development role in your district, I invite you to check out our Tech Coach Mastermind Program which is designed to provide you the tools and guidance needed to create a successful digital learning platform in your district.
In this episode, we discuss:
Reflections from Last Week
* Have you as a…
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Oct 7, 2019
The Three Most Important Planning Documents That Guide Your School District
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” we begin a series of podcasts that will help Tech Coaches create an effective Educational Technology Integration Plan. Join us each week of October 2019 as we deep dive into what goes into creating an EdTech Integration Plan and why it's the single most important document to guide all of our Digital Learning decisions throughout the year.
Reflections from Last Week
* How To Stay Efficient And Mentally Effective As A Tech Coach
Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Websitewww.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
What is an EdTech Integration Plan?
What are the Documents that Guide your S…
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Oct 2, 2019
5 Ways To Create An Effective Tech Coach Workflow To Be More Efficient and Effective
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Ohio Tech Coach Alex Oris on the program to discuss why it's important for Tech Coaches to create an effictive and efficient workflow for themselves. For so many Tech Coaches, the days are long and often a bit crazy. But there are a few things that you can do to keep yourself on track each day.
Today's episode is brought to you by the Tech Coach Mastermind Program. Join us this week for our next meeting and learn how you can take your Tech Coaching program to the next level!
In this episode, we discuss:
* Reflections from Last Week
* Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Websitewww.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
* Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter…
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Sep 23, 2019
Building Tech Coach Relationships With Our Students, Teachers, and Parents
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” we take a look at the professional relationships we have with our students, teachers, and communities. For many Tech Coaches, we think about our jobs as “in-class support” but so much of what we do is supporting what happens outside of the classroom walls.
If you are a Tech Coach looking to learn about Public Relations this is a great show to listen to. My guest today is Assistant Principal Joshua Stamper from the Aspire Podcast who gives some insight on what the Tech Coach position is from the other side of the administrator's desk.
Please follow us on Twitter @AskTheTechCoach and share your thoughts on this topic today!
In this episode, we discuss:
* Reflections from Last Week
* What do Administrators want out of their Tech Coach relationships
* Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech…
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Sep 16, 2019
Building Long Lasting Professional and Personal Relationships With Your Teachers
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” we take a look at the relationships you will be building with the teachers that you will be working with each day. No matter if you are a teacher who gets elevated to a full-time Tech Coach, a teacher who now has coaching responsibilities, or a Tech Coch brand new to the district, the relationships, conversations, reputation, and trust that you build with your teachers will go a long way to creating a successful year for you and ultimately the digital growth of your students.
Today we are going to take a look at several things that a Tech Coach can do to make sure they are helping their fellow teachers see their vision of what digital learning could look like in their classrooms.
In this episode, we discuss:
* Reflections from Last Week
* Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online C…
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Sep 9, 2019
Building Strong Relationships With Your Principal
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” we take a look at the most important professional relationship that you can have in your role as a Tech Coach. The relationship between a Tech Coach and a building principal is one of the most important connections that should, if possible, begin before the school year starts.
In the summer, a Tech Coach should meet with building administrators to get an idea of what they would like to see in their classrooms and what their thoughts of a digital learning environment are. From there, a plan can be made to create not just your professional learning roadmap, but a plan for all professional development and teacher interactions that ultimately have an impact on the learning of every staff member and student in the building.
Today we are going to take a look at several things that a Tech Coach can do to make sure they are helping their building administrators see their vision of what digital learning should look like.
In this episode, we discu…
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Aug 26, 2019
4 Things For Tech Coaches To Look Forward To In A New School Year
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Nick launch a brand new season of the podcast and share 4 things that Tech Coaches can look forward to this school year.
If you are a Tech Coach and interested in supporting yourself through personalized professional learning, please check out The Tech Coach Mastermind. This professional group has been created to support Instructional Technology Coaches and provide them with the best tools for supporting students in their school districts.
In this episode, we discuss:
* New Adventures For A New School Year
* Jeff: New School District
* New Tech Coach Position
* Nick: New approaches to professional developmentTeacher Genius Hour
* Choose Your Own Adventure Style
* Guiding teachers during the planning and design phase“The Lesson Remix”
* Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* Lifetime access to…
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Aug 5, 2019
How Can Tech Coaches Book Themselves Like A Boss?
In this episode of the Ask The Tech Coach Podcast, Jeff welcomes entrepreneur Nachum Kligman, creator of Book Like a Boss to discuss why Tech Coaches should be thinking of themselves as business owners and entrepreneurs themselves.
For the last few years, TeacherCast has been using Book Like A Boss as it's primary calendar-booking platform. If you would like to give it a try, you can first take advantage of a FREE 14-day trial, and if interested in signing up, you can use the promo code “teachercast” for 30% off of any plan.
In this episode, we discuss:
* Being an entrepreneur
* Brand Building
* Using Scheduling Software to our advantage
* Creating a Value Proposition on your Booking Page
* Using Social Proof of your Work
* The importance of keeping things easy for our customers
* How to teach your teachers how to use your system
* How to make productivity apps “work”
About Nachum Kligman
For the last 25 years, I have made it my mission to pioneer bu…
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Jul 22, 2019
3 Things Tech Coaches Should Be Doing This Summer
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Suzana Somers, a Tech Coach from Massachusetts on the podcast to discuss 3 important things that every tech coach should be doing just as July turns into August. If you have a summer routine, we would love to have you contact us on Twitter @AskTheTechCoach and share with us what you have been up to this summer and how you are preparing for the upcoming school year.
In this episode, we discuss:
* Reflections from Last Week
* Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
* 3 Things You Should Be Doing Before The School Year Kicks OffGetting OrganizedUpdate WebsiteWhat can we add to the website based on questions that we often receive
* How to create links rather than fulfill a need of constantly emailing information
* Creating a resource bank based on school goals and initiatives
* Leveraging Social Media for easy curation…
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Jul 15, 2019
The Challenges Of Working With Adult Learners | Featuring Eduro Learning
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Kim Cofino and Clint Hamada from Eduro Learning onto the podcast to discuss how Tech Coaches can help provide focused professional development for all adult learners no matter skillset or motivation for learning.
In this episode, we discuss:
* Tech Coach MastermindJoin the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Websitewww.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
* Build Your EDU Brand Online CourseFREE Email CourseSelecting Your Avatar
* Content Creation Tips & Tricks
* Website Strategy
* SEO
* How to build a newsletter
* And more …
* Do You Have a Question For Us?www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
* How Do You Over Come…
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Jul 8, 2019
Using Virtual Reality To Flip The Classroom
In this episode of Ask the Tech Coach, Jeff welcomes Adam Bevan from YouToring.com on the program to discuss how Virtual Reality and Analytics are helping to change the way our teachers are creating a flipped classroom.
In this episode, we discuss:
* How should we define “Flipped Classroom” in 2019?
* What are some of the pros/cons about Flipping?
* Is there a best way to flip?
* Is there a wrong way to flip?
* How can Tech Coaches both model, and support our teachers in Flipping their classrooms?
* Apps To Use When Setting Up Flipped Classrooms
* Resources
About our Guest
Adam Bevan, CEO YouToring
Having completed a double major in English and Drama in 2009 in the leafy green University town of Loughborough, England, Adam didn't expect at the time to end up as a leading EdTech provider in Chicago just one decade later. Having completed an MEd to take his passion of teaching into the classroom, Adam was commended for his outstanding pedagogy at several larg…
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Jul 1, 2019
ISTE 2019 Wrap Up Podcast
This week, over 20,000 educators came together in Philadelphia Pennsylvania to attend the ISTE 2019 conference. This year was even bigger and better than last year. I had the opportunity not just to present, but also meet and work with several of today's leading educational technology companies.
In this episode, we take a look back at the conference and share insights from both educators and edtech companies about what they see as the state of today's digital classrooms and what we can look forward to next year at ISTE 2020.
If you were able to make it to #ISTE19 this year, we would love to hear from you. Please tweet us @TeacherCast or leave a comment below to let us know how your experience in Philly was. We would love to hear from you!
In this episode, we discuss:
* Wrapup of ISTE 2019What did we enjoy?
* What did we wish we had more time to enjoy?
* Should ISTE come back to Philly?
* Workshops & PresentationsJeffPodcasting Workshop
* Tech Coaches Workshop
* I…
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Jun 17, 2019
Google Sites: How To Make A Great Looking Website
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Tom Mullany to discuss how Tech Coaches can use Google Sites to create great looking websites. For the last 4 years, Google Sites have been transforming the way that digital lessons are presented in classrooms and along with Google Classroom making up a 21st Century digital learning environment.
This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland
In this episode, we discuss:
* Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Payment Discounts2 Month Promo Code: 50
* 6 Month Promo Code: 100
* 12 Month Promo Code: 150
* Websitewww.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
* Build Your EDU Brand Online CourseFREE Email CourseSelecting Your Avatar
* Conte…
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Jun 10, 2019
How to Prepare for End of the School Year and Summer Time Staff Pd Days
Are you a Technology Coach working on extensive summertime professional development for teachers who don't want to attend your sessions and if they do, aren't fully involved in the activities? In this episode of Ask the Tech Coach, we share our tips and tricks for creating a culture for summertime digital learning.
This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland
* Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Payment Discounts2 Month Promo Code: 50
* 6 Month Promo Code: 100
* 12 Month Promo Code: 150
* Websitewww.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
* Build Your EDU Brand Online CourseFREE Email CourseSelecting Your Avatar
* Content Creation Tips & Tricks
* Website Strategy
* SEO
* How to build a…
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Jun 3, 2019
5 Ways For Tech Coaches To Get Personalized Professional Development
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Claudio Zavala Jr on the show to discuss 5 Things a Tech Coach can do to develop their own personalized professional development strategy.
This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland
In this episode, we discuss:
* Reflections from Last Week
* ISTE 2019: Tech Coach Workshop
* Saturday, June 23: [12:30]3 – Hour Hands-On Workshop
* A chance to meet other Tech Coaches
* How to start the year off as a new tech coach
* How to build relationships with your teachers and administrators
* How to build an EdTech Integration Plan for your school district
* Where to find support and resources during the school year
* Discount on the 2019 Tech Coach Mastermind Program
* Tech Coach MastermindJoin the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online…
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May 27, 2019
Helping Your Teachers Transfer Their Digital Files When Leaving The School District
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and welcomes JP Prezzavento and Susan Vincentz onto the podcast to discuss the importance of helping both teachers and students leave the school district.
This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland
In this episode, we discuss:
* ISTE Tech Coach Workshop
* Saturday June 22
* Tech Coach Guide To Creating A Professional Development ProgramNew Tech Coaches
* EdTech Integration Roadmap
* How To Support Each Other
* Free Giveaways!
* Build Your EDU Brand Online Course
* FREE Email CourseSelecting Your Avatar
* Content Creation Tips & Tricks
* Website Strategy
* SEO
* How to build a newsletter
* And more …
* Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
* Helping Students and Teachers Leave The School District
* What does it mean to digitally leave your school district?
* Who owns yo…
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May 20, 2019
7 Applications To Organize Before The School Year Ends
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and welcomes JP Prezzavento and Susan Vincentz onto the podcast to discuss 7 ways to get your Google Drive organized as Tech Coaches. For many Tech Coaches, digital organization is a daily habit, but at the end of the year, it can be difficult to keep everything where you need it to be.
This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland
In this episode, we discuss:
* ISTE Tech Coach Workshop
* Saturday, June 22
* Tech Coach Guide To Creating A Professional Development ProgramNew Tech Coaches
* EdTech Integration Roadmap
* How To Support Each Other
* Free Giveaways!
* Build Your EDU Brand Online Course
* FREE Email CourseSelecting Your Avatar
* Content Creation Tips & Tricks
* Website Strategy
* SEO
* How to build a newsletter
* And more …
* Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
* Ho…
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May 13, 2019
How To Inspire Innovation In All Classroom Teachers
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Dr. Sam Patterson and Joe Benvenga onto the podcast to discuss how Tech Coaches can help not only support technology integration but foster a culture of classroom innovation in the process.
This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland
In this episode, we discuss:
* Build Your EDU Brand Online Course
* FREE Email CourseSelecting Your Avatar
* Content Creation Tips & Tricks
* Website Strategy
* SEO
* How to build a newsletter
* And more …
* Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
* How To Inspire Innovation in the Classroom
* What is our first job in the classroom as Tech Coaches?
* How do we define innovation?
* How do we blend Innovation and Technology?
* Where does the Coaching come in to the picture?
* Does Innovation mean something different to Teachers and Students?…
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May 6, 2019
Are You An EdTech Coach Or An EdTechnician?
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Nick take a look at some of the Do's and Don'ts of being a Tech Coach. For many of us, we are seen as a content specialist who helps teachers in their classrooms but often, we are asked to perform tasks that are more appropriate for the IT department.
What do you do?
Do you have any thoughts on this topic? We would love to have you share your thoughts on this subject. Please reach out to us on Twitter @AskTheTechCoach today!
This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland
In this episode, we discuss:
* Build Your EDU Brand Online Course
* FREE Email CourseSelecting Your Avatar
* Content Creation Tips & Tricks
* Website Strategy
* SEO
* How to build a newsletter
* And more …
* Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
* Are you an Edtech Coach or an EdTechnician?
* How do you train your teac…
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Apr 29, 2019
How To Create A Successful Lunch & Learn Program In Your School District
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Nick discuss 10 Tips and Tricks for running Lunch and Learns in our schools.
This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland
In this episode, we discuss:
* Reflections from Last Week
* People reached out about us sharing examples of crib sheets.
* Appreciated the nuanced approach to how we put ours together.
* A nice way that encapsulates the extra resources for teachers so they can rehash and learn on their own time.
* Build Your EDU Brand Online Course
* FREE Email CourseSelecting Your Avatar
* Content Creation Tips & Tricks
* Website Strategy
* SEO
* How to build a newsletter
* And more …
* Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
* How To Effectively Use Lunch & Learns As Professional Development
* Are Lunch and Learns Effective?
* When are Lunch and Learns Effective?
* T…
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Apr 15, 2019
Edtech Cheat Sheets & Templates
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Nick discuss the reasons why your Tech Coaches should be creating EdTech Cheat Sheets and Templates for their teachers.
Today's episode is brought to you by Student Treasures and Concordia University-Portland
In this episode, we discuss:
* Reflections from Last Week
* What do you do after the PD Day?
* How do you expand 1 topic to become a month of learning
* Build Your EDU Brand Online Course (sign up below)
* FREE Email CourseSelecting Your Avatar
* Content Creation Tips & Tricks
* Website Strategy
* SEO
* How to build a newsletter
* And more …
* Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
* How To Create Crib Sheets & Templates Your Teachers Want To Use
* What is a Crib Sheet?Tips and tricks
* Cheat sheet
* How-to
* What makes a good Crib Sheet?Focus less on the “how” and more on the…
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Apr 8, 2019
Using PD Sessions To Set Up A Month Of Teacher Interactions
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Nick take a look at the important period of time that happens after a major PD Session and discuss several things that a Tech Coach can do to engage their teachers both in large, medium, and small group settings.
In this episode, we discuss:
* Reflections from Last Week
* Standards-Based Activities
* Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Payment Discounts2 Month Promo Code: 50
* 6 Month Promo Code: 100
* 12 Month Promo Code: 150
* Websitewww.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
* Do You Have a Question For Us?
* www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
* How Can We Support Our Teachers After Yo…
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Apr 1, 2019
What is a Standards-based Mindset? | Featuring Kellie Ady from Schoology
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Nick welcome Kellie Ady from Schoology on the program to discuss how teachers can approach a Standards-based mindset.
What is Standards-based Grading?
Standards-Based Grading measures a student’s mastery of grade-level standards by prioritizing the most recent, consistent level of performance. The learning targets are aligned with the standards and students are offered multiple ways to demonstrate understanding and proficiency. As this goes own, students monitor their own progress toward hitting these targets and teacher feedback is given consistently to help build motivation and progress.
* Everything You Need to Know About Standards-Based Grading
* Seven Reasons for Standards-Based Grading
This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland
In this episode, we discuss:
* Reflections from Last Week: Tech Coach Roundtable
* Building a Tech Coach brand is important and something that needs to be discussed.…
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Mar 25, 2019
Everything You Wanted To Know About Educational Branding … But Didn’t Have The Experts To Ask
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Nick sit down with Michael Cohen, Matt Miller, and Chris Aviles to discuss their top branding strategies for educators.
This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland
In this episode, we discuss:
* Reflections from Last Week
* Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Payment Discounts2 Month Promo Code: 50
* 6 Month Promo Code: 100
* 12 Month Promo Code: 150
* Websitewww.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
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* How and Why to Build an Educational Brand
* Is it important to have a branded identity?
* What…
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Mar 18, 2019
Building Your Tech Coach Brand: Part 2
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Nick bring you the second part of our Tech Coach Brand conversation. In part 1, we discussed how to create a professional website and match it with your social media to get noticed online. In this episode, we take a look at some of the things a Tech Coach, or future Tech Coach, can do at home, or at conferences to get noticed to find their next Tech Coach position.
In this episode, we discuss:
* Reflections from Last Week’s EpisodeBuilding a Brand to become a Tech Coach
* Building your brand while working as a Tech Coach
* Tech Coach MastermindJoin the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
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* 6 Month Promo Code: TECHCOACH100
* 12 Month…
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Mar 11, 2019
Building Your Tech Coach Brand: Part 1
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Nick discuss 3 important components that make up your Tech Coach Brand. If you are looking to jump into the world of educational presentations or want to write your first book, it's important to have a noticeable identity that people can remember you by.
Today's episode is brought to you by Student Treasures and Concordia University-Portland
In this episode, we discuss:
* Reflections from Last Week’s Episode
* Google vs Microsoft
* What happens if your district uses both?
* Tech Coach Mastermind
* Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Payment Discounts2 Month Promo Code: TECHCOACH50
* 6 Month Promo Code: TECHCOACH100
* 12 Month Promo Code: TECHCOACH150
* Websitewww.…
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Mar 4, 2019
Using Microsoft Teams and OneNote For Professional Development
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Jeni Long and Sallee Clark to discuss how they are using Microsoft Teams and Microsoft OneNote as professional development tools in their classroom.
If you are looking for more information on how to incorporate Microsoft Applications in your school district, please visit our Microsoft EDU blog posts and podcasts today!
* Tech Coach MastermindJoin the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month
* 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick
* Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community
* Free Lesson Plans
* Free Templates
* Much Much More
* Payment Discounts2 Month Promo Code: 50
* 6 Month Promo Code: 100
* 12 Month Promo Code: 150
* Websitewww.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind
* Do You Have a Question For Us?www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail
* Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach
* Email: feedback@teachercast.net
* Creating Professional D…
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Feb 25, 2019
Keeping Professional Development Alive ... AFTER the Conference is Over
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Tech Coaches Susan Vincentz and Claudio Zavala Jr to discuss the role of the Tech Coach at professional development conferences, the creation and implementation of online learning modules, and our favorite Chrome Extensions.
In this episode, we discuss:
* Tech Coaching at a Professional Development Conference
* What topics do Tech Coaches look for?
* What topics should Tech Coaches be teaching?
* Keeping Professional Development alive in the district as the summer approaches
* How to build effective online professional development?
* Best Applications to use
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* Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year?
* Are you searching for support in your position?
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Feb 18, 2019
Six Steps Instructional Coaches Take when Creating Successful eLearning Experiences
In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Nick discuss several things a Tech Coach should do when creating online courses and self-paced learning modules.
In this episode, we discuss:
* Six Steps You Need To Take to Create a Successful Online Learning Experience For Your Teachers
* Step 1: Identify Learning ObjectivesDirectly or indirectly correlate to District Goals, Building Goals, and Initiatives.
* Content vs. Skills
* What vs How PD
* How will learning objectives be assessed?
* Step 2: Decide where to host your modules.What should you do before opening the module?Sketch in Google Docs
* Mindmapping SoftwareLucid Chart
* MindNote
* ApplicationsSchoology
* Canvas
* Google Sites
* Google Forms
* WordPress
* Step 3: Integrate teacher needs and wants into module creation.
* What topics do they want to learn about?
* Allow time to collaborate/share/discuss as a group
* Step 4: Decide on a proper framework or workflow
* H…
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