MTT047| Flipgrid and Keeping Engaged Remotely - Ann Kozma Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Imagine a tech tool that works for everyone from Pre K to PhD and beyond! Not only that, but you have complete flexibility and complete control at the same time! Flipgrid can be as simple or as sophisticated as you want it to be, and there is no right or wrong way of doing it. ...
Jan 01, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 47
MTT046| iCivics, Building Civic Knowledge in a fun way - Neil Wrona Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. It’s an election year! Do your students understand the complexities of our government workings? What a great time to learn about how our system works, while the subject is in the news every day! Join us as we speak with Neil Wrona, a 7th grade teacher at an alternativ...
Oct 11, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 46
MTT045| Ozobot, Mighty Little Robots to code and create - Nikki Jones Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Have you seen Ozobots, perhaps in a STEAM lab or at a conference, moving around the floor or table, but didn’t understand what it was doing or how you could use it with your students? Join us today as we speak with Nikki Jones, a 3rd Grade teacher from Virginia that...
Jul 26, 2020•43 min•Ep. 45
MTT044| Podcasting with your Students - Brian Briggs Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Have you thought about podcasting with your students, but don’t know where to start? Join us today as we speak with Brian Briggs, the Director of Innovation and Instructional Technology for Plumas Lake Elementary School District in California. Brian shares with us why podcasting wit...
Jun 09, 2020•51 min•Ep. 44
MTT043 Bonus| Seesaw with Distance Learning - Megan Madden Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. In Episode 43 - Seesaw in the Classroom, Megan Madden shared with us how she has been using Seesaw in her classroom with great success. Just a short time later, the whole world was shutting down due to the Coronavirus Pandemic. Everything escalated very quickly, and teachers, ...
May 15, 2020•57 min
MTT043| Seesaw in the Classroom - Megan Madden Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. It’s so great when each of your students have their own devices. But what happens when you have 31 student projects on 31 devices? It means a lot of time on the Teacher collecting, grading, distributing, and managing both the projects and the devices. Join us today as we speak with Megan ...
Apr 29, 2020•53 min•Ep. 43
MTT042| Creating with Chrome - Ryan O’Donnell Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Are you at a school with a lot of Chrome Books? How are you using them? Are your students consumers or creators? Wouldn’t it be great if you could turn on your student’s creative side and see where it would lead them? Join us today as we speak with Ryan O’Donnell, a high school Video Produ...
Feb 20, 2020•56 min•Ep. 42
MTT041| Digital Design Strategies - Martin Cisneros Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Wouldn’t it be great if you could customize information that you want to give your students so that every student could understand at their reading level? What about being able to show websites to your class without pop-ups and advertisements? These are just a couple of the tech tool...
Dec 20, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 41
MTT040| Pear Deck, Creating Classroom Conversations - Kristan Morales Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Imagine if you could engage every student in your class, every day. What if you could instantly see who’s confused and who’s ready for more? That’s the power of Pear Deck. Join us as we speak with Kristan Morales and how she uses Pear Deck in her math classes to get...
Nov 21, 2019•48 min•Ep. 40
MTT039| Empatico, Connecting Classrooms Around The World - Wendy Turner Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Empatico gives teachers and students the tools they need to explore the world through experiences that spark curiosity, kindness, and empathy. Empatico combines live video with activities designed to foster meaningful connections. Wendy Turner teaches 2nd grade at...
Oct 31, 2019•52 min•Ep. 39
MTT038| Assistive Technology Part 3, Dive Into UDL - Luis Perez & Kendra Grant Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Luis Perez joins us again with co-author, Kendra Grant, of the book “Dive Into UDL”. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework for designing instruction that meets the needs of every learner. They discuss an overview of UDL, showing how to offe...
Oct 11, 2019•43 min•Ep. 38
MTT037| Thrively, Strength Based Education - Judy Blakeney and Tricia Gee Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Tired of only looking at what your students are doing wrong? Interested in building up your student’s self-esteem? Join us as we look at Thrively, where they look at student’s strengths instead of their weaknesses. Judy Blakeney is an English and Career Technica...
Sep 19, 2019•54 min•Ep. 37
MTT036| 360 Degree Math Remix - Ed Campos Jr Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Looking to step up you game in the classroom? Turn your math class into a fun and engaging atmosphere where your students don’t feel like they are an island, but are in a community. Ed Campos Jr. Ed currently works for Brown University as a Program Manager for the Brown Computer Science Dep...
Jun 27, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 36
MTT035| Assistive Technology Part 2, Learning on the Go - Luis Perez Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Luis Perez joins us again to talk about the tools you can add to your tech toolbelt for Universal Design for Learning (UDL). While UDL is the framework, the technology is the tools to implement and practice using UDL in the classroom. Luis Pérez is a technical assist...
Jun 13, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 35
MTT034| Shadow A Student, CUE BOLD 19 - Devon Young Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. The Shadow a Student Challenge is a crash course in empathy that starts with seeing school through a student's eyes. It helps school leaders find meaningful opportunities to improve the experience for students, and take insight-driven action to create change at their schools. #Shadow...
May 30, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 34
MTT033| Learning like Finland, a Principal’s observation - Nicole Johnson Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Join a Principal's journey in going to Finland to observe their school system. Nicole Johnson is an Elementary School Principal from Los Angeles, California. She was selected to join a group of Principals from the Los Angeles area to go to Finland to observe how...
May 16, 2019•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 33
MTT032| Beginning Blended Learning, a Principal’s perspective - Amanda Johnston Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Follow a Principal's journey in starting her school with Blended Learning. Amanda Johnston is an St. Mary Elementary School Principal from Escondido, California. She was set to teach 3rd Grade in the Fall, but plans changed and she was asked if she would b...
May 02, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 32
MTT031| Assistive Technology Part 1, Technology Makes Things Possible - Luis Perez Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. An introduction to the National Center on Accessible Educational Materials. They provide resources and technical assistance for educators, parents, students, publishers, conversion houses, accessible media producers, and others interested in learning mo...
Apr 18, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 31
MTT030| Freckle For Everyone Part 2, Helping the First Year Teacher stay on track - Kristen Johnson Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Kristen Johnson from Alabama was a first year teacher that was feeling a bit unsure of her progression with her students during the second half of the year. Join us as we talk about how Freckle helped her students prepare for their mand...
Apr 04, 2019•56 min•Ep. 30
MTT029| #CUE19 Recap - Jon Corippo www.mytechtoolbelt.com Twitter: @mytechtoolbelt #MyTechToolbeltInstagram: My Tech Toolbelt Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Review of the CUE Spring 2019 Ed Tech Conference. We also catch up with CUE Executive Director, Jon Corippo. CUE CUE is the ISTE Affiliate for California and Nevada. Twitter: @cueinc Instagram: https://www.inst...
Mar 21, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 29
MTT028| 3Doodler, the 3D Printer in your hand, MTT Anniversary, CUE it up! #CUE19 - Maxwell Bogue www.mytechtoolbelt.com Twitter: @mytechtoolbelt #MyTechToolbelt Instagram: My Tech Toolbelt You can listen to our podcast on: Apple Podcasts Google Play Music Spotify or listen here Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. 3Doodler The 3D printing pen was an invention of acciden...
Mar 07, 2019•56 min•Ep. 28
MTT027| Freckle for Everyone, Differentiation Platform For K-12, Part 1 - Sarah Emerling www.mytechtoolbelt.com Twitter: @mytechtoolbelt #MyTechToolbelt Instagram: My Tech Toolbelt You can listen to our podcast on: Apple Podcasts Google Play Music Spotify or listen here Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Looking for a way to differentiate instruction for everyone in th...
Feb 21, 2019•51 min•Ep. 27
MTT026 OER, Oh My!, Open Educational Resources - Kristina Ishmael Looking for a way to have enhanced or a alternative resources for your curriculum? Well, you are in for a treat as we speak with Kristina Ishmael from New America where we talk about Open Educational Resources, or OER. She explains what type of resources are available, licensing, and how you can use the resources once you have them. Kristina’s enthusiasm about OER will have you excited to see how you can use OER in your school. Op...
Feb 07, 2019•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 26
Wouldn’t it be great to use technology that students already love and many are using already? Join us in our conversation with James Pike and Neal Manegold where they tell us about the different ways you can use MinecraftEDU in your classroom. Don’t be afraid to try it, they will tell you just how easy it is to get started! www.mytechtoolbelt.com Twitter: @mytechtoolbelt #MyTechToolbelt Instagram: My Tech Toolbelt You can listen to our podcast on: Apple Podcasts Google Play Music Spotify or list...
Jan 24, 2019•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 25
MTT024| Virtual Reality, Get Fully Immersed - Steven Sato Today we have a very in-depth interview with an educator that totally immerses us in the Virtual Reality world. Steven Sato is the Technology Director for a K8 Independent School in the Los Angeles area. We explore the different types of “Reality” available today (like A/R and V/R), we look at costs, and implementing VR into your curriculum. Steven also gives us some great examples of a variety of virtual experiences available to your stu...
Jan 10, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 24
MTT023| CUE Membership, Networking, PLN, and Education Technology - Cate Tolnai www.mytechtoolbelt.com Twitter: @mytechtoolbelt #MyTechToolbelt Instagram: My Tech Toolbelt You can listen to our podcast on: Apple Podcasts Google Play Music Spotify or listen here Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Have you thought about finding a group of educators that are as interested...
Dec 20, 2018•42 min•Ep. 23
MTT022| 3D Printing - Dream Design Create - Brian Adams Have you thought about exploring the world of 3D printers? Do you have one but not sure what to do with it? Join us in our conversation with Brian Adams where he tells us about different types of printers, price points, maintenance, and things to look for in a quality printer. He also gives us resources for templates to get you started right out of the box! www.mytechtoolbelt.com Twitter: @mytechtoolbelt #MyTechToolbelt Instagram: My Tech T...
Dec 06, 2018•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 22
Our heartfelt thanks to the following people. We couldn't do it without you! Greg ArganoPat LenehanGail RodonoOur Families Friend and supporter @johnwickiDeal Institute team at Loyola Marymount University The crew at Beavens Systems that put up with us @stickermule Queensboro Tee-Spring Thankful for the Supporters and guests CUE Inc. and ISTE Mary McCormick and Touch Cast Studio Zoe Bader and Go Noodle Laura McComb and Flipgrid Danielle Moore and Craig Jones and Formative Jessica Solano and Near...
Nov 22, 2018•26 min•Ep. 21
MTT020|Kahoot! - Game Based Learning - Peter Paccone Kahoot! Is a game-based learning platform, that is free for teachers! www.mytechtoolbelt.com Twitter: @mytechtoolbelt #MyTechToolbelt Instagram: My Tech Toolbelt You can listen to our podcast on: Apple Podcasts Google Play Music Spotify or listen here Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Kahoot! website Create a fun le...
Nov 08, 2018•43 min•Ep. 20
MTT019|We Video, engaging in Digital Storytelling - Jessica Pack WeVideo empowers all students to express their ideas authentically and creatively. Use WeVideo with all your existing devices, and there is no software to install. www.mytechtoolbelt.com Twitter: @mytechtoolbelt #MyTechToolbelt Instagram: My Tech Toolbelt You can listen to our podcast on: Apple Podcasts Google Play Music Spotify or listen here Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost t...
Oct 25, 2018•46 min•Ep. 19
