In this episode of GotTechED the Podcast we discuss the characteristics of good virtual professional development and provide you with ideas for virtual professional development.
In this episode, Nick and Guise talk about their favorite #edtech take-a-ways from the ISTE Conference in Philadelphia. They review the latest improvements to their favorite #edtech tools as well as introduce a few new tools.
We talk about PD that you can attend from home, local conferences and edcamps that you can check out in person, online certifications to pursue at your leisure, and our top 4 reading list.
Project-Based Learning from Idea to Implementation with Guest Richard Smith
Guise and Nick welcome technology guru Richard Smith to talk about Project-Based Learning and ways to get students involved in non-tradition education
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Effective, Yet Simple Methods of Introducing Real-Life Problems into Your Classroom
Guise and Nick welcome Karen Lucci and David Sherwin to talk about effective methods for implementing real-life problems (Student-Centered Learning) into the classroom.
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Is a Genius Hour a Genius Idea
In this episode, we reflect on the #njecc2019 conference. We talk about Genius Hour and how teachers can implement a Genius Hour into their curriculum.
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EdTech Bonanza
Guise and Nick share their #edtech holiday wishlist and discuss each other’s New Years Resolutions. They also take at the top 3 edtech they’re most excited about using in 2019.
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The Art of Questioning, Preservice Teachers, & Leadership Characteristics
In this episode, Guise and Nick discuss the art of teacher questioning after a teacher inquiry.
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Flipped Classroom, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and Edtech Reform
Guise and Nick interview Kyle Niemis, co-creator of ClassroomQ, an exciting new way to manage students questions during class.
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Quarter 1 Grading Tips, Pop Culture Lessons, and Being Thankful!
In this episode, Guise and Nick share the most effective edtech for faster grading. After a teacher inquiry, they discuss some ways that pop culture can be used to enhance learning. In the spirit of the holidays, they also share some of the things they’re most thankful about in education today. Finally, Guise and Nick argue over their favorite newly discovered tech.
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Professional Learning Community’s (PLC’s) vs. Professional Learning Networks (PLN’s), & Teacher Conventions vs. Edcamps
In this episode, Guise and Nick compare Professional Learning Communities to Professional Learning Networks. Next, they discuss some of the differences between traditional teacher conventions and edcamps. Nick shares some surprising educational statistics while Guise gives his opinions on each one. Finally, Guise and Nick argue over their favorite Chrome Extensions.
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STEM Misconceptions, 21st Century Mindset, and Teachers as Leaders
In this episode, Guise and Nick evaluate the most common ways that teachers misunderstand STEM education. After a teachers inquiry, they discuss 21st century teaching via “The 4 C’s”. They also take a look at the important role of teacher leaders and how to foster a climate in your school. Finally, Guise and Nick argue over their favorite tech for saving money!
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