Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

In this episode, I share fun and engaging first day of summer activities for classroom celebrations, from interactive music activities to AI-generated designs. You'll also hear creative ideas like virtual summer trips, student goal-setting with digital tools, and storytelling with emojis. If you want to bring excitement, reflection, and EdTech-powered creativity into your lessons, this episode is for you!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2026/05/12/first-day-of-summer-activities-for-classroom-370/

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In this episode, I chat with Charlie Huynh, Director of Teaching and Learning for OneSchool Global's North American region, about building a Learning to Learn framework that helps students take full accountability for their own learning. You'll also hear how extended learning programs like the Perfect Pitch Competition connect students across borders, how families and community members are woven in as authentic audiences, and how thoughtful curriculum design keeps both consistency and local flexibility in play. If you want ideas for scaling collaboration, embedding inclusivity, and giving students a real-world "why" for their learning, this episode has you covered!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2026/05/08/tips-for-connecting-classrooms-bonus/

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In this episode, I welcome back Suzanne Dailey, instructional coach, and introduce Robert Dunlop, middle school classroom teacher—coauthors of You've Got This: Finding Happiness and Success in Your First Years of Teaching. You'll hear practical strategies for supporting new teachers through classroom management, routines, relationship-building, and tech habits that reduce stress instead of adding to it. If you want clear, compassionate guidance for supporting new teachers as they build confidence and sustainable success, this episode has you covered!

Show notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Hn83DBJq7eLQ4UXZz9RePaYvCeLi5dqcGTwXmnfI17s/edit?tab=t.0

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In this episode, I welcome back Tim Needles, STEAM teacher, K–12 Technology Integration Specialist, and ISTE author, to explore the intersection of art, technology and student voice in the classroom. You'll also hear why concepts should drive tool selection, how digital tools democratize creativity, and ways technology supports faster iteration, critique, and reflection. If you want practical strategies for using tech to amplify student storytelling and advocacy without losing the heart of the creative process, this episode has you covered!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2026/05/01/technology-and-student-voice-bonus/

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In this episode, I share how AI can help teachers tackle time-consuming tasks and reclaim valuable time during the school day. You'll also hear practical examples for using AI to format materials, draft lesson plans, and organize resources more efficiently. If you want to save time while staying focused on what matters most for your students, this episode has you covered!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2026/04/28/ways-to-use-ai-368/

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