EdTech Endeavours

Are you curious about how you can build relationships and keep learners engaged online? Do you want to learn more about how you can successfully use synchronous and asynchronous learning with your students? Kareem Farah, the founder of the Modern Classrooms Project, shares his knowledge about online instruction and blended learning. Find out the strategies and tips he suggests in order to have an equitable, engaging, and successful virtual classroom.  You can read more about Kareem's ideas on creating successful instructional videos here:  Everything you Need to Know About Creating a Great Screencast Video Check out the Modern Classrooms Project and enrol in their free course today! 

We are back for season 2 of the podcast! Mike joins us for a great conversation surrounding distance learning, digital equity, and digital health. He updates us on the initiatives he's taken in education since our initial conversation in March, when schools first shut down due to the global pandemic. With optimism and positivity, Mike shares practical solutions for educators who are navigating the world of distance learning or hybrid education. This is a conversation you do not want to miss!

How do you keep a connection with students, families, and community members when we are kept at a distance? In this interview, Amy brings to light some important answers surrounding this question. Join us as we discuss the changes and challenges that have taken place in education during COVID-19 and how to focus on what is essential as we move forward. Amy reminds us to "take whatever opportunities you have and try to find the brightest side you can in it." You do not want to miss out on this enlightening, educational, and inspiring episode.

How do we move from teaching digital citizenship as a lesson to a lifestyle? How can we “take a look at social media with a different lens?" In this episode, Jennifer Casa-Todd talks all about using social media and online spaces for positivity,  leadership, and empowerment. We discuss practical ways to include “digital leadership” in your learning spaces and what it looks like now in a time of remote teaching. She also talks about a recent campaign she started called #CelebratingAwesome, where people can nominate others who are shining light in the darkness. This episode will not only teach you more about the potential of social media in learning, but it will also leave you motivated and inspired to celebrate awesome in your own life.  Connect with Jen: jcasatodd.com socialleadia.org @JCasaTodd @globaledsschat   Don’t forget to check out edtechendeavours.com for more information about #edtech and education!

Join us as we dive deeper and discuss the positive role that Seesaw can play during distance learning. Kris Szajner explains how Seesaw brings engagement, efficiency, and accessibility into the lives of students so that it bridges the gap between school and home. We discuss tips and tricks and explore the topics of Choice Boards, Creating Templates, Skills, and App Integration. If you are using Seesaw with your students right now, this is an episode you don't want to miss!  Happy listening!  *Check out his website, Twitter, and Youtube Channel for more details.

In this episode, I talk about the benefits of using Seesaw, especially now in a time of online learning and remote teaching. I talk about 5 ways that Seesaw has stood out to me and some of the new features that I learned about in my Seesaw Ambassador training. If you are new to Seesaw, or would like to learn more about its features, this episode is for you! If you'd like to have access to the links or resources referenced in this episode, check out the recap blog post on edtechendeavours.com  Time Stamps: 1. Creative Tools- 2:37 2. Seesaw Activities- 6:07 3. Privacy Settings- 10:20 4. Seesaw Blogs- 11:55 5. Seesaw Choice Boards 13:23 Happy Listening! 

In this episode, Mike Ribble, author of the 9 Elements of Digital Citizenship and Digital Citizenship in Schools, shares his insight on education and Digital Citizenship during the uncertainty of COVID-19. We discuss crucial topics that embody Ribble’s 9 Elements of Digital Citizenship, such as Digital Literacy, Digital Safety & Security, and Digital Access. This conversation will enlighten you, encourage you, and leave you hopeful for education and learning in our current digital world. Don’t forget to write in to edtechendeavours@gmail.com if you have any questions. Happy listening!

In this episode, Kathy Cassidy shares her experience with using a classroom blog and Twitter account to engage her grade one learners and make lasting connections around the globe. In this enlightening and heart-warming interview, Kathy not only talks about the benefits of having an online audience for your students, but she also gives practical steps for getting started with your own classroom blog. This episode is nothing short of informative, enjoyable, and inspiring. Don’t forget to write in to edtechendeavours@gmail.com if you have any questions. Happy listening!

Join us as we talk all things Digital Citizenship, or better yet, Digital Leadership. In this episode, Graham Brace helps us understand the importance of incorporating this important theme in our classrooms so that we can raise critical thinkers and digital leaders. If you are new to the concept, we discuss some easy ways to get started and suggest easily accessible resources that you can use in your classroom. Don't forget to write in to edtechendeavours@gmail.com if you have any questions or other resource suggestions that teachers can use to instil digital leadership with their students.  Happy listening! 

Join Amanda as she interviews Danielle for an informative, yet entertaining, podcast about technology in the classroom. Enjoy this short, yet satisfying, podcast on the drive home from work, while you're making supper, or with a group of your teacher friends who want to learn more about implementing technology in their classroom.  Don't forget to write in to edtechendeavours@gmail.com with any questions about Ed Tech or about Digital Citizenship in the elementary class.  Check out edtechendeavours.wordpress.com to learn more!  Thanks for listening!