Teachers Talking Tech

Episode 64: 3 Keys to PBL During Distance Learning: An interview with Michael McDowell

13 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode TTT talks with Michael McDowell. He is an author, presenter, superintendent, and PBL advocate. Enjoy! Connect with us at teache...

Episode 63: Where do we go from here? A conversation with Dr. Liz Kolb

25 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Liz Kolb, author of Learning First, Technology Second: In Practice. We discuss how the pandemic has changed education...

Episode 62: 3 Tech Tools for Distance Learning and Beyond: An Interview with Stephanie Rothstein

21 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we interview teacher and tech coach Stephanie Rothstein about her article, 3 Tech Tools for Distance Learning and Beyond. Enjoy! ...

Focusing On Mental Health: An Interview with Charlotte Yu and Diana Salazar

15 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we interview two school social workers, Charlotte Yu and Diana Salazar, and ask them about the impact that the pandemic has had on st...

An Interview with Joe Holland, CEO of Teachers Pay Teachers

08 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we interview Joe Holland, the CEO of Teachers Pay Teachers. Enjoy! Don't forget to check out our sponsor Wipebook! You can help ...

Respecting Student Privacy: An interview with Author Leah Plunkett

01 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we interview Dr. Leah Plunkett, author of "Sharenthood: Why we should think before we talk about our kids online" Enjoy! Don't fo...

TTT Update: Teaching in 2020

18 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Marie and Eric give you an update on all of the craziness that is teaching in 2020.

Creating Your Bitmoji Classroom with Sophia Garcia-Smith

30 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we interview Sophia Garcia-Smith about how to create an interactive Bitmoji classroom. Sophia has some great information whether you...

Learning First, Technology Second: An Interview with Dr. Liz Kolb

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Eric interviews Dr. Liz Kolb, professor at the University of Michigan about her new book, Learning First, Technology Second in Practi...

Loom: A Great App for Distance Teaching!

23 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Eric talks about Loom. A screencasting app that is now FREE for educators! Enjoy! Don't forgot to leave a review wherever you ge...

Getting Creative with Distance Learning! An Interview with Kris Szajner

27 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this bonus episode, Eric talks with Kris Szajner about getting creative with distance learning. Enjoy!

Distance Learning Update

24 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike, Marie and Eric talk about how distance learning is going and answer some listener questions. We would love to hear from you! ...

Update from Quarantine!

24 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How Should We Approach Distance Learning? An interview with Dr. Monica Burns

15 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Eric interviews Dr. Monica Burns from ClassTechTips.com We talk about handling distance learning and teaching through a crisis. C...

Assessing 21st Century Skills with 20th Century Assessments

05 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we interview Juuso Neimenen, a doctoral candidate in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Helsinki, Finl...

From the Archives: Genius Hour

27 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hello TTTers! We are going to do a new podcast on Genius Hour soon! Here is an old episode where Mike and Eric talk about getting started on genius ...

Teaching with Trauma in Mind

21 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike, Marie and Eric talk about an article that explores teaching strategies for students who have experienced trauma. Enjoy!

Your School Needs a Tech Mission Statement

16 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike, Marie and Eric talk about creating a technology mission statement for your school. Please review TTT wherever you get your p...

Teaching with Emoji

05 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike, Marie and Eric talk about using emoji to teach (and Eric's messy room). Enjoy! Send us a voice message: teacherstalkingtec...

Boo or Yay?

25 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike, Marie and Eric play "Boo or Yay". Enjoy!

What Ever Happened to Free Choice?

04 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Eric and Marie talk about how to incorporate guided free time in the classroom. We want to hear from you! Record a voice memo and s...

Tech in 2019: Interview With Dr. Monica Burns

02 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Eric interviews Dr. Monica Burns, founder of classtechtips.com about trends in educational technology. Enjoy! Please consider lea...

Ed Tech Break Up: An Interview with Andy Losik

27 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Marie and Eric interview Andy Losik about his thoughts on how we use tech, and how much we should be using tech with kids. Enjoy! ...

Amazing Seesaw Updates!!! Marie's Live Reactions!

21 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, Marie and Eric discuss the new updates for Seesaw that will get your creativity flowing! Enjoy!

3 Summer Tech Tips

05 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, TTT looks at 3 apps you should try out this summer to be ready for Fall. Enjoy!

Boo Behavior Charts

24 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike, Eric and Marie talk about behavior charts classroom management. Enjoy! @teachsometech Teachers Talking Tech on Facebook an...

Building Community with Tech

14 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike, Marie and Eric talk about building community with technology (and without it). Enjoy!

Flex Seating Follow Up

10 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike, Marie and Eric talk about how flex seating has changed (and hasn't changed) their classroom. Listen for tips that you can use w...

Everyone Can Create! Photo Edition

22 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Happy 2019 TTTers. In this episode, Mike Marie and Eric talk about Apple's "Everyone Can Create" iBook lineup and how you can use it in your classroo...

EPIC! A Great Free Reading Tool

30 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike, Eric and Marie discuss EPIC! A great free app for reading and research. There is also discussion on how EPIC! can be used in t...

Interview with Seesaw Co-Founder Carl Sjogreen!

15 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, TTT talks Seesaw and Eric interview Seesaw Co-Founder Carl Sjogreen. Enjoy!

5 Ways to Integrate Tech into Literacy

22 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Marie and Eric talk about 5 different ways to get techie during reading. Enjoy! Teachers Talking Tech is on YouTube! @teachsometech t...

Seesaw Activities Update!

01 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Mike, Eric and Marie talk about the awesome collaborative, time saving update from Seesaw! Thanks to everyone for your continued love and support of ...

Minicast: Recording Reading

26 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this minicast, Eric talks about ways you can record student reading and share it with others. Be sure to check out the YouTube walkthrough as well...

Buncee: A Blank Slate for Creation

18 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike, Eric and Marie talk Buncee. Buncee is a free app and site which allows students and teachers a blank slate with almost endless...

Does Tech = Unhappiness?

05 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Eric, Mike and Marie talk about a recent poll which found that a majority of teachers surveyed thought that technology had a harmful e...

TTT Minicast: My Favorite Screencasting Apps

13 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this minicast, Eric talks about why you should screencast and tells you about his 5 favorite apps to use for screencasting. Enjoy! Go to Teac...

The Art of Screentime

06 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike, Eric and special guest Marie Larson talk about the book "The Art of Screen Time" by Anya Kamenetz. Enjoy! Connect on Face...

TTT Minicast: Powerful Math Manipulatives for iPad

22 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, Eric talks about his favorite math apps for the iPad. Enjoy!

Who's Got FlipGrid Fever?

17 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Mike and Eric talk about FlipGrid with 5th Grade Teacher Holly Mecher. Listen today and use this awesome tool tomorrow! Remember to ...

Minicast: Reader View

31 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this minicast, Eric talks about the usefulness of Reader View for sharing web content. If you need more info after listening, check out our YouT...

Student Choice and Voice

24 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike and Eric talk to Marie Larson, a 2nd grade teacher all about how she gives her kids choice and voice in her classroom. Enjoy!...

Teaching in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

20 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Eric and Mike discuss an interview about artificial intelligence with Syna Kistler. syna360llc.com Contact Us: teacherstalking...

Mystery Science

05 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, Mike and Eric discuss Mystery Science. A engaging and activity based way to teach science. You can find out more at www.mysteryscie...

Talking Book Creator

30 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike and Eric talk about one of their favorite apps, Book Creator. They also get an opportunity to interview Dan Kemp, Community Man...

Clips by Apple: Easy, Quick and Awesome!

27 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike and Eric Discuss the new Clips app by Apple. It is a powerful yet simple way to edit video and so much more! Enjoy! teacher...

VR with Google Expeditions

05 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike and Eric talk about Google Expeditions. It is an easy way to bring virtual reality to the classroom. Enjoy! Connect with us...

EDpuzzle

21 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike and Eric discuss EDpuzzle. EDpuzzle is a video editing platform that allows teachers add audio and quizzes to existing video. ...

An Interview with the founder of classtechtips.com Monica Burns

29 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike and Eric discuss assessment using digital tools and VR with the founder of classtechtips.com, Monica Burns. Enjoy! Contact ...

#booksnaps

07 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Mike and Eric talk #booksnaps. Then Eric interview the creator of booksnaps, Tara Martin. This is an idea you will want to use tomor...

Green Screen!

16 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike and Eric talk about using a green screen to enhance learning and take your classroom experience to the next level. Enjoy! ...

Learning First, Technology Second: An Interview with Dr. Kolb

03 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, Mike and Eric interview Dr. Liz Kolb about her new book, Learning First, Technology Second. Contact Us: teacherstalkingtech@gmai...

Readworks

21 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike and Eric talk about readworks.org Enjoy! Contact: Facebook: Teachers Talking Tech Twitter: @teachsometech email: teach...

Flexible Seating

21 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Mike and Eric interview Marnie Lambitz, A first grade teacher who has been successfully using flexible seating in her classroom. ...

Makerspace Update: The Good the Bad and the Awesome!

16 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike and Eric reflect on their first month of makerspace. Enjoy Contact us: [email protected] Facebook: "Teach...

Learn Like a Pirate! Pt II

21 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is part II of our interview with Paul Solarz, author of "Learn Like a Pirate". Enjoy! Learn more: www.learnlikeapirate.com/ or e...

Learn Like a Pirate! Innovation in a Student Centered Classroom Pt I

21 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mike and Eric Interview Paul Solarz, author of the book "Learn Like a Pirate". For more information visit: http://www.learnlikea...

Breakout EDU

16 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Eric asks Mike to share his Breakout EDU knowledge! Listen if you'd like to engage your students and encourage teamwork, problem s...

Innovation Hour

25 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, Mike and Eric discuss changes they are going to make to their Genius Hour format. Enjoy!

Makerspace!

06 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk makerspace with educator Ann Smart. Ann has been using and teaching makerspace for several years and has some great insights....

Bringing Mindfulness to the Classroom

06 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Eric and Mike discuss an interview with Rachael Wismont, a high school teacher who has brought mindfulness to her classroom and used ...

5 Ways to Reinvent Your Teaching!

29 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, Mike and Eric discuss ways to give your teaching a kick in the rear and start thinking critically about your use of tech and classroo...

Creativity and App Smashing with Garage Band

09 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, Mike and Eric take a look at the Garage Band app. They discuss possible uses such as creating songs to go along with projects such a...