The Teachercast Podcast

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we celebrate our 11th Anniversary! If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you.  Please visit our http://teachercast.net/contact (Contact Page) and let us know how we can help you today! About our Interview Guests Ripple Effects John Ray-Keil, CEO / Heidi Raykeil, Chief Product Officer Founded in 1997 by child advocate/media creator Alice Ray and technology innovator and producer Sarah Berg, Ripple Effects is a multi-award winning, social enterprise (WMBE) dedicated to using emerging technologies to prevent social injury and promote school and life success for all youth The company provides trauma-informed, culturally responsive, personalized, evidence-based digital programs for delivery of social-emotional-behavioral supports and training for PreK-12 students and staff. In 2022, its program, Ripple Effects for Teens, was designated by CASEL as a Promising Program for social and emotional learning, meeting or exceeding most of CASEL’s c

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, Jeff sits down with Caroline Haebig, author of the new ISTE publication “The Maker Playbook” to discuss the importance of giving students the opportunity to explore their world and ask questions about their surroundings. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you.  Please visit our http://teachercast.net/contact (Contact Page) and let us know how we can help you today! About our Guest: Caroline Haebig Based in Wisconsin, Caroline Haebig has extensive experience designing and leading professional learning for teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators nationwide. Focused on helping educators develop innovative teaching, learning, and assessment practices, she has successfully facilitated student, teacher, and administrator preparation for school system 1:1 technology initiatives to support student learning and led district -wide work in the areas of inclusive maker learning and technological literacy.  Caroline Haebig is also t

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, Jeff sits down with Brian Grey from Remind to discuss the importance of creating a clear two-way communications system between school districts and community members. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you.  Please visit our http://teachercast.net/contact (Contact Page) and let us know how we can help you today! In This Episode ... We will discuss back-to-school and why school will be even more challenging this year – what is driving this The Relationship Gap and how it’s contributing to the widening learning gap Two-Way Communication – Crucial to building relationships Mobile-First – Reaching people where they are Accessible Communication (SMS Messages) Multi-Language Friendly Why communication is more important than ever (Why Remind is doing and tie back into the areas above) How to access your education anytime and anywhere. com/plans About Remind Remind is the leading two-way communication

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, Jeff sits down with Stephen Heywood and Scott Killian to discuss how one school district is harnessing the power of digital video to enhance the impact of curricular and athletic activities in their community. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you.  Please visit our http://teachercast.net/contact (Contact Page) and let us know how we can help you today! In This Episode ... The problem – Covid restrictions limiting the possibility of in-person school events such as graduation and plays etc. The Solution- Deploying a live streaming system with PTZOptics The Outcome- How the school is using the system and what they plan for the future with it About (Company) PTZOptics is a U.S-based company based in Downingtown, Pa., that manufactures robotic pan, tilt and zoom video cameras. With a variety of cabling options, network connectivity and remote control capability, PTZOptics cameras are ideal for video production and live str

In this episode of The TeacherCast Podcast Jeff sits down with Dr. Jenny Nash, Head of Education Impact US for LEGO Education to discuss the brand new SPIKE Essential. Announced as part of the LEGO Learning System, LEGO® Education introduces SPIKE™ Essential to engage students in STEAM through playful learning experiences, putting them on the path to become resilient, independent thinkers SPIKE Essential joins https://education.lego.com/en-us/products/lego-education-spike-prime-set/45678#spike%E2%84%A2-prime (LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime), https://education.lego.com/en-us/products/lego-education-bricq-motion-essential/45401#bricq-motion-essential (LEGO® Education BricQ Motion Essential), and https://education.lego.com/en-us/products/bricq-motion?ef_id=CjwKCAjwtpGGBhBJEiwAyRZX2gtMiHHJ5sTX8uAtVPlFO51pgnPt6nzKBbkxng8vWUb1b2kBBPblqBoCyIYQAvD_BwE:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!790!3!511567282761!p!!g!!lego%20bricq&gclid=CjwKCAjwtpGGBhBJEiwAyRZX2gtMiHHJ5sTX8uAtVPlFO51pgnPt6nzKBbkxng8vWUb1b2kBBPblqBoCyIYQAvD_BwE#middle-sc

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, Jeff sits down with Sue Ann Towle from https://metametricsinc.com/ (MetaMetrics) to discuss the https://educatoracademy.lexile.com/ (Lexile & Quantile Educator Academy), a new self-paced professional learning program to help teachers learn how to have a deeper understanding of Lexile and Quantile frameworks. To receive a http://educatoracademy.lexile.com/ ($10 discount, please use the code "TeachCast") If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our http://teachercast.net/contact (Contact Page) and let us know how we can help you today! In This Episode ...Both the Lexile and Quantile courses offer an interactive curriculum featuring direct instruction, knowledge checks, summative assessments, and performance tasks. Each course is 10-hours, self-paced and asynchronous. Upon completion of the professional development courses, teachers become Certified Lexile or Quantile Educators. In addition, in more than 20 states,

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we learn about two great STEM Challenges for K12 Students. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our http://teachercast.net/contact (Contact Page) and let us know how we can help you today! About Discovery Education: About: Discovery Education is the global leader in standards-aligned digital curriculum resources, engaging content, and professional learning for K-12 classrooms. Website: https://www.discoveryeducation.com (https://www.DiscoveryEducation.com)    Twitter: https://twitter.com/discoveryed (https://twitter.com/discoveryed)  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/discoveryed (https://www.linkedin.com/company/discoveryed) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/discoveryed (https://www.facebook.com/discoveryed)  CITGO Fueling Education ChallengeCITGO Fueling Education ChallengeClosing Date: 3/22/2021 Grades: 5-8 Participating as individuals or groups of 2-4, students in g

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we discuss the importance of Educational Video Streaming in your school district and classroom.   https://www.swank.com/k-12-streaming/landing-page?utm_source=PG&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Monica (Swank K-12 Streaming) makes it easy for teachers to incorporate high-quality films into their lesson plans, whether they are planning for in-person or virtual learning. Their online streaming film library includes thousands of films for educational support, including the top feature films, documentaries, and foreign titles. Powered by Swank Motion Pictures, the content is curated specifically for educators based on the movies they need for lessons and provides access both inside the classroom or for assignments outside of the classroom. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our http://teachercast.net/contact (Contact Page) and let us know how we can help you today! Episode Guests: Joseph Hosea B

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, Jeff sits down with http://www.imperosoftware.com/ (Impero) CEO Justin Reilly to discuss the differences between how the US and UK are creating safe and successful hybrid learning environments for both staff and students. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our http://teachercast.net/contact (Contact Page) and let us know how we can help you today! About our Guest: Impero SoftwareImpero Software offers device management and student safety software, relied upon by education establishments around the world. Founded in 2002, Impero Software is now used in more than 12,000 schools, accessed by more than 2 million devices in more than 90 countries. Impero’s cutting-edge EdTech software consolidates a range of powerful classroom management features enabling schools and districts to raise attainment and improve both staff and student productivity. Impero’s sophisticated student safety functionality uses keyword detect

If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our http://teachercast.net/contact (Contact Page) and let us know how we can help you today! About our Guest: Tom SherringtonTom Sherrington is an education consultant and author. He writes the popular blog http://teacherhead.com/ (teacherhead.com) and his books include The Learning Rainforest and best-seller Rosenshine’s Principles in Action. Mostly recently he co-authored Teaching WalkThrus with Oliver Caviglioli. With 30 years' experience as a physics and maths teacher and school leader, including 11 years as a Headteacher, Tom is in demand from schools across the UK and around the world to deliver CPD for teachers and leadership teams. He works with several schools and colleges providing consultancy support on curriculum and improving the quality of teaching. He is a regular keynote speaker and contributor to conferences and education festivals.  Teaching WalkThrus: Visual Step-by-Step

According to a 2019 study, robotics and coding are going to see significant growth and use in the next five years. How are you leveraging in-class technology to promote STEAM skills? See how educators can drive STEM/STEAM initiatives effectively by using the right solutions. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our http://teachercast.net/contact (Contact Page) and let us know how we can help you today! In This Episode ...What role does your classroom technology play in STEM/STEAM learning? What is your advice for teachers who are looking to better drive STEM/STEAM learning in the classroom? Robotics and coding are seeing huge growth in K-12 lessons, are you using these technologies in your class? Are there any other really cool ways that you’re able to provide real-world lessons with edtech? Follow our Podcast and Subscribehttps://www.teachercast.net/episodes/teachercast-podcast/ (View All Episodes) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-teachercast-p

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, Jeff and Matt talk to Mrs. Jennifer Ehehalt a Senior Regional Manager from Common Sense Media. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our http://teachercast.net/contact (Contact Page) and let us know how we can help you today! In This Episode ...What is Common Sense Media? What do you do for Common Sense Media? Why is Common Sense Media’s Mission So Important? With Education Changing, where does Common Sense Media see things moving? What Services do they provide to teachers? Parents? Students? How would you like to see educators and parents using digital literacy resources? Talk about Common Sense Recognition As a parent, do you set rules in your own household around screen time and technology usage? Does your job impact how you integrate digital media into your family life? About Common Sense MediaFamilies and teachers everywhere trust Common Sense for expert reviews, objective advice, helpful tools, and so much

Delivering educational benefits through technology is a top priority for schools and districts. Learn more about ways that you can use technology in your classroom to improve student outcomes.  If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our http://teachercast.net/contact (Contact Page) and let us know how we can help you today! In This Episode ...What are some examples of the achievement gap that you’ve experienced in your own career? In your opinion, what is technology’s role in combating the achievement gap? How can today’s educators proactively leverage technology to drive positive outcomes in their classrooms? What are some pitfalls to avoid when leveraging technology to fill the achievement gap? Can you describe ways that you’ve seen technology impact student engagement and achievement? Follow our Podcast and Subscribehttps://www.teachercast.net/episodes/teachercast-podcast/ (View All Episodes) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-teachercast-po

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, Jeff and Matt are joined by Dr. Justin Aglio the Director of Academic Achievement and Innovation at Montour School District to discuss Artificial Intelligence in Schools If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our http://teachercast.net/contact (Contact Page) and let us know how we can help you today! In This Episode ...Artificial IntelligenceWhat is it? Why is it important? How are we using it already in our everyday lives STEMAdjusting our STEM lessons to Distance Learning environments Future of Education About our Guest: Dr. Justin AglioDr. Justin Aglio, a former teacher, and award-winning principal, is the Director of Academic Achievement and District Innovation athttps://www.montourschools.com/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=379279&type=d&pREC_ID=859336 ( Montour School District) and Visiting LearnLab Scholar athttps://hcii.cmu.edu/people/justin-aglio ( Carnegie Mellon University's) Human-Computer Intera

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we welcome Kristie Letter, educator and two-time mentor of two Conrad Challenge student teams onto the program. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our http://teachercast.net/contact (Contact Page) and let us know how we can help you today! In This Episode …What is the Conrad Challenge? How do you ask your students to be innovative enough to change the world? How to choose a topic for the Challenge with your students How to create a student-led group to complete the challenge How to plan and budget for your groups Challenge Planning a calendar of events throughout an entire year How do face adversity and challenges throughout the year How to get involved with the Conrad Challenge What Is The Conrad Challenge?Registration opens soon for the 2020-21 http://www.conradchallenge.org/ (Conrad Challenge). Unlike any STEM competition out there, this annual event unleashes the potential of students to leave their mark

In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, Jeff speaks with Larry Jacobs & Maia Appleby about the importance of Equity and Equal Access for all students. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our http://teachercast.net/contact (Contact Page) and let us know how we can help you today! In This Episode …The American Consortium for Equity in Education The AC&E/Equity & Access digital journal Equity issues brought to light by the pandemic and protests About our GuestsMaia ApplebyMaia is a marketing professional, writer and advocate who has been focusing on equity in education for 10 years. She oversees the editorial strategy of the AC&E/Equity & Access journal and serves as the Executive Director of the American Consortium for Equity in Education. Follow her on Twitter at https://twitter.com/maialee (@maialee). Larry JacobsLARRY IS PRESIDENT of the American Consortium for Equity in Education at ace-ed.org and publisher of the official jour

Student Tech Squad to the Rescue! – The saying, not all heroes wear capes, is true for the National School District Student Tech Squad. Join us to learn how they started a new initiative to help support their teachers with technology. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our http://teachercast.net/contact (Contact Page) and let us know how we can help you today! In This Episode ...What is the Student Tech Squad? How did it come about? How has this initiative impacted how teachers and students approach technology in the classroom? What are the biggest benefits for each? How can other schools replicate this type of initiative? What were the first steps? What does the future look like for the Student T2ech Squad? Follow our Podcast and Subscribehttps://www.teachercast.net/episodes/teachercast-podcast/ (View All Episodes) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-teachercast-podcast/id546631310?mt=2 (Apple Podcasts) https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0c

In this episode, Jeff sits down with Andy Calkins to discuss how Covid-19 has redefined and restructured what happens in the classroom and the board room. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our http://teachercast.net/contact (Contact Page) and let us know how we can help you today! In This Episode ...Who is NGLC and what is your role in the organization? What is next-generation learning and your recent change management project? Why is it imperative for K-12 education to reimagine the education system? What does transformational change look like in a school district? Have districts been successful in transforming their systems with the goal of equipping students with 21st-century skills? How has the work of districts committed to reimagining education been impacted by COVID-19? With COVID-19, were districts who are committed to the change management project able to continue providing rich learning experiences for students? What are you hearing from the

Technology is a part of everyday life for today’s digitally-native students, but is it a part of their everyday life in the classroom? Learn how to leverage technology, at any age or grade, to prepare your students for the future. TeacherCast would like to thank our friends at https://twitter.com/Promethean?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor (Promethean) for making this podcast series possible. Follow Our Podcast And Subscribehttps://www.teachercast.net/episodes/teachercast-podcast/ (View All Episodes) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-teachercast-podcast/id546631310?mt=2 (Apple Podcasts) https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL1RlYWNoZXJjYXN0Q2FzdFBvZGNhc3RGZWVk (Google Podcasts) https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/teachercast-podcast/the-teachercast-podcast-network-your-educational-professional?refid=stpr (Stitcher Radio) About Prometheanhttps://www.prometheanworld.com/ (Promethean) is a global education company that improves learnin

It’s clear that teachers are ready to take on education technology, but do they have the resources they need to be successful? We’ll discuss how to create a supportive teaching environment that allows you to effectively leverage technology to engage students. TeacherCast would like to thank our friends at https://twitter.com/Promethean?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor (Promethean) for making this podcast series possible. Follow our Podcast and Subscribehttps://www.teachercast.net/episodes/teachercast-podcast/ (View All Episodes) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-teachercast-podcast/id546631310?mt=2 (Apple Podcasts) https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL1RlYWNoZXJjYXN0Q2FzdFBvZGNhc3RGZWVk (Google Podcasts) https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/teachercast-podcast/the-teachercast-podcast-network-your-educational-professional?refid=stpr (Stitcher Radio) About Prometheanhttps://www.prometheanworld.com/ (Promethean) is a global education company th