In this episode, I explore a variety of digital tools that can help teachers stay organized, from well-known platforms like Google Keep and Wakelet to unexpected gems like Adobe Express and Slack. You'll also hear how these tools can be used for everything from lesson planning and classroom management to professional development and parent communication. Tune in to discover new ways to streamline your workflow and make the most of productivity tools for teachers! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/11/25/productivity-tools-for-teachers-347/ Sponsored by my new ASCD deck of cards, Purposeful EdTechTips: http://www.ClassTechTips.com/cards Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/
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Behind the Screen Lessons from Hosting AI Webinars for Teachers - 346
In this episode, I share five key lessons I've learned from hosting AI webinars for teachers. You'll also hear practical tips on making your online workshops more interactive, like providing time for hands-on activities and offering low-stakes exploration options. If you're looking for actionable advice to improve your virtual teaching or leadership practice in the area of artificial intelligence, this episode has you covered! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/11/18/ai-webinars-for-teachers-346/ Sponsored by my new ASCD deck of cards, Purposeful EdTechTips: http://www.ClassTechTips.com/cards Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/
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A Librarian's Perspective on AI in Schools with Charity Hatley - 345
In this episode, I'm joined by Charity Hatley, a middle school teacher librarian, who shares how she uses AI in schools to streamline research, evaluate books, and design creative, high-engagement activities for students. You'll also hear how Charity integrates platforms like ChatGPT and Gemini to boost media literacy, support higher-order thinking, and bring unique ideas—like a haiku game show—into her library. If you want to discover practical, time-saving ways to use AI to enhance learning experiences, this episode has you covered! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/11/11/ai-in-school-345/ Sponsored by my new ASCD deck of cards, Purposeful EdTechTips: http://www.ClassTechTips.com/cards Follow Charity Hatley on social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charity-hatley-51b37a20b/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/
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Goal Setting Activities to Motivate Students All Year Long - 344
In this episode, I share how goal setting activities can help students take ownership of their learning and stay motivated throughout the school year. You'll also hear actionable tips for incorporating goal setting into different subjects and digital tools for creating customizable activities. If you want to inspire students to set meaningful goals and track their progress, this episode has you covered! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/11/04/goal-setting-activities-344/ Sponsored by my new ASCD deck of cards, Purposeful EdTechTips: http://www.ClassTechTips.com/cards Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/
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How to Create YouTube Playlists to Share Free Videos with Students - 343
In this episode, I share how to create a YouTube playlist to organize and share free videos with students, families, and colleagues. You'll also hear why playlists are a powerful classroom tool, plus best practices for curating high-quality content to support differentiation and independent learning. Tune in for a step-by-step guide to building your own playlist and making video content more accessible for your learners! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/10/28/free-videos-with-students-343/ Sponsored by my Easy EdTech Club: https://www.EasyEdTechClub.com Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/
Monica Burns from the popular EdTech blog ClassTechTips brings you teaching strategies, tips and activity ideas. Each podcast focuses on how to make EdTech integration easy with a shout out to favorite EdTech tools for classrooms. Monica provides actionable, relevant tips for teachers so you can make this school year the best one yet! Join author, speaker, and blogger, Dr. Monica Burns for an EdTech podcast that helps take the stress out of integrating education technology into your classroom.