TCEA's Ed Tech Club Podcast

We’re taking a brief hiatus for the summer, but be sure to keep up with the latest from TCEA online and at our TCEA events. Extra Credit Learn more about the Research-based Teaching and Learning Conference. Learn more about the 2022 TCEA Convention & Exposition. Send your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org. Facebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/ Twitter: @TCEA Instagram: tcea_org Pinterest: tceaorg Music by Patrick Patrikios  

We all want to implement teaching strategies that accelerate learning. Finding the right methods, however, can be a challenge. We’re here to help, as TCEA’s professional learning experts dig into the research to find what’s most effective in teaching. Homework TechNotes: “Teaching Strategies That Work” Extra Credit Learn more about the Research-based Teaching and Learning Conference. Learn more about the 2022 TCEA Convention & Exposition. Send your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org. Facebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/ Twitter: @TCEA Instagram: tcea_org Pinterest: tceaorg Music by Slynk

We’re marking our 90th episode by sharing some thought-provoking and useful clips from our most recent TCEA Elementary Technology Conference. Every kid needs a champion | Rita Pierson Check out TCEA’s professional learning courses. Learn more about the 2022 TCEA Convention & Exposition. Send your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org. Facebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/ Twitter: @TCEA Instagram: tcea_org Pinterest: tceaorg Music by Unicorn Heads

During the pandemic, the ways educators communicated with parents and guardians changed. Guest speaker Nadia Tamez-Robledo of EdSurge explains how, for some parents of special education students, it was a change for the better. Homework Nadia Tamez-Robledo: “Technology Made Special Education Parents Better Advocates During the Pandemic“ Emily Tate: “Here Come the Virtual Academies“ Extra credit Check out our Google Summer Camp. Learn more about the 2022 TCEA Convention & Exposition. Send your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org. Facebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/ Twitter: @TCEA Instagram: tcea_org Pinterest: tceaorg Music by Patrick Patrikios

Violet Christensen and Courtney Groskin join the club to explore what learning coaches have discovered about supporting teachers and student during the pandemic, and what lessons they hope to carry forward. Homework Top Five Instructional Coaching Practices to Carry Forward Violet Christensen: @vhchristensen Courtney Groskin: @MissGroskin C3: Connecting Coaches’ Cognition Podcast: @C3Coaches C3: Connecting Coaches’ Cognition Podcast Website   IDCC: Inter-District Coaching Collaborative Website Extra credit Check out our Google Summer Camp. Learn more about the 2022 TCEA Convention & Exposition. Send your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org. Facebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/ Twitter: @TCEA Instagram: tcea_org Pinterest: tceaorg Music by Bruno E

This week’s guest speaker is Danielle Sullivan, National Director of Content and Implementation at Curriculum Associates. She takes us through the meaning behind self-care for educators, and how you can develop healthy ways to recharge and reconnect with your work and your passions. Homework Danielle Sullivan: Teacher Self-Care 101 The Connection Cure: Why Educators Need Balance, Laughter, and Community More Than Ever Extra credit Check out our Google Summer Camp. Learn more about the 2022 TCEA Convention & Exposition. Send your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org. Facebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/ Twitter: @TCEA Instagram: tcea_org Pinterest: tceaorg Music by Noir Et Blanc Vie

Summer is an important time in education. It’s a chance to relax, catch up, and even keep learning. Miguel Guhlin explains how TCEA’s more than 50 streamlined, self-paced courses can help you get ahead in the new school year. Homework TCEA Courses Extra credit Check out the 2021 Elementary Technology Conference. Learn more about the 2022 TCEA Convention & Exposition. Send your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org. Facebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/ Twitter: @TCEA Instagram: tcea_org Pinterest: tceaorg Music by Jeremy Blake

Dr. Susan Rivers, Executive Director and Chief Scientist of iThrive Games Foundation, talks to the club about the power of simulation activities to help build social-emotional learning, civics education, and critical thinking skills in secondary students. Homework See the iThrive Sim here Read the iThrive annual report here (PDF) Extra credit Check out the 2021 Elementary Technology Conference. Learn more about the 2022 TCEA Convention & Exposition. Send your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org. Facebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/ Twitter: @TCEA Instagram: tcea_org Pinterest: tceaorg Music by Text Me Records / Grand Bankss

This week, TCEA’s Dr. Bruce Ellis talks about different ways to provide inspiration and maintain positive relationships with students at the end of a challenging school year. Extra credit Check out the 2021 Elementary Technology Conference. Learn more about the 2022 TCEA Convention & Exposition. Send your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org. Facebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/ Twitter: @TCEA Instagram: tcea_org Pinterest: tceaorg Music by Vibe Tracks

Dr. Stepan Mekhitarian, Interim Director of Innovation, Instruction, Assessment and Accountability at Glendale Unified School District, discusses lessons on blended learning, differentiation, and formative assessment learned during remote learning. The Essential Blended Learning PD Planner: Where Classroom Practice Meets Distance Learning Use coupon code TESHIP stepanmekhitarian.com @StepanMek Extra credit Check out the 2021 Elementary Technology Conference. Send your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org. Facebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/ Twitter: @TCEA Instagram: tcea_org Pinterest: tceaorg Music by Drew Banga

This week, we get an updated on broadband, online assessment, and more happening at the Texas Legislature, courtesy of TCEA’s own Director of Governmental Relations, Jennifer Bergland. The Texas Legislature Online Tool TCEA Advocacy Bill Analysis Extra credit Check out the 2021 Elementary Technology Conference. Send your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org. Facebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/ Twitter: @TCEA Instagram: tcea_org Pinterest: tceaorg Music by Kwon

Jatong and Ali, two high school students from Georgia, stop by the club to talk about how they developed Ingenify, a nonprofit tutoring website for and by students.\r\n\n“With time to spare during COVID-19, students offer free tutoring” Atlanta Journal-Constitution\r\n\nIngenify\r\n\nExtra credit\nCheck out the 2021 Elementary Technology Conference.\r\n\nSend your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org.\r\n\nFacebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/\r\n\nTwitter: @TCEA\r\n\nInstagram: tcea_org\r\n\nPinterest: tceaorg\r\n\nMusic by josh pan\r\n

This week, TCEA’s own Diana Benner discusses emotional health, gratitude, and ways students and educators alike can practice behaviors that improve our outlook.\r\n\nVideo: Want to be happy? Be grateful | David Steindl-Rast\r\n\nGratitude Activities for Your Classroom\r\n\nSocial Emotional Learning Activity Templates for Google Jamboard\r\n\nMeaningful Student Connections During Remote Learning\r\n\nExtra credit\nCheck out the 2021 Elementary Technology Conference.\r\n\nSend your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org.\r\n\nFacebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/\r\n\nTwitter: @TCEA\r\n\nInstagram: tcea_org\r\n\nPinterest: tceaorg\r\n\nMusic by DJ Williams\r\n

Meghan Whittaker of the National Center for Learning Disabilities is our guest speaker this week. She explores a new toolkit from NCLD all about mindsets, tools, and best practices for distance learning for students with learning differences.\r\n\nDistance learning toolkit: Key practices to support students who learn differently (PDF)\r\n\nExtra credit\nCheck out the 2021 Elementary Technology Conference.\r\n\nSend your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org.\r\n\nFacebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/\r\n\nTwitter: @TCEA\r\n\nInstagram: tcea_org\r\n\nPinterest: tceaorg\r\n\nMusic by Unicorn Heads\r\n

Meghan Whittaker of the National Center for Learning Disabilities returns to the club to discuss the mindset and techniques educators can use to support students with learning disabilities, whether they’re learning in-person or remotely.\r\n\nExplore NCLD’s Distance Learning Toolkit here (PDF)\r\n\nExtra credit\nCheck out the 2021 Elementary Technology Conference.\r\n\nSend your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org.\r\n\nFacebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/\r\n\nSend us your travel pics, tips, and thoughts! \r\n\nTwitter: @TCEA\r\n\nInstagram: tcea_org\r\n\nPinterest: tceaorg\r\n\nMusic by Quincas Moreira\r\n

In this conversation from TCEA 2021, Ari Flewelling, AKA Ed Tech Ari, talks through tech, bias, and the social aspects of learning.\r\n\nFind Ed Tech Ari on Twitter\r\n\nExtra credit\nCheck out the 2021 Elementary Technology Conference.\r\n\nSend your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org.\r\n\nFacebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/\r\n\nTwitter: @TCEA\r\n\nInstagram: tcea_org\r\n\nPinterest: tceaorg\r\n\nMusic by Quincas Moreira\r\n

Vernon Wright shares ways to connect and rejuvenate in this in-depth conversation from TCEA 2021. Find Vernon on Twitter and more Extra credit Send your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org. Facebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/ Twitter: @TCEA Instagram: tcea_org Pinterest: tceaorg Music by Quincas Moreira

From TCEA 2021, Kasey Bell examines the changing ways education is delivered — and what educators can expect in the future. Learn more about Kasey Bell Shake Up Learning Extra credit Send your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org. Facebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/ Twitter: @TCEA Instagram: tcea_org Pinterest: tceaorg Music by Patrick Patrikios

Ken Shelton joins us to discuss equity, inclusion, and diversity in depth. Learn more about Ken Shelton See Ken’s “Equality, Equity, Liberation, Transformation” graphic here Extra credit Send your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org. Facebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/ Twitter: @TCEA Instagram: tcea_org Pinterest: tceaorg Music by Slynk

David Chan of IDEA joins us to talk about the TCEA + IDEAcon event, instructional tech, and more in this interview from TCEA 2021. Extra credit Register for the 2021 TCEA Convention & Exposition  Send your questions and ideas about future episodes to podcast@tcea.org. Facebook: facebook.com/tcea.org/ Twitter: @TCEA Instagram: tcea_org Pinterest: tceaorg Music by Jesse Gallagher