Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

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/

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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/

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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/

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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/

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In this episode, I chat with Digital Learning Coach Lisa Hockenberry about using audio in student projects like podcasts to help students creatively showcase their learning. You'll also hear how Lisa supports teachers with practical tips for integrating digital tools plus how audio can empower all learners—especially those who struggle with traditional assignments. If you want to boost student engagement, foster authentic expression, and make room for a little creative "mess," this episode has you covered!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/10/21/student-projects-342/

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In this episode, I share five interactive vocabulary strategies and five EdTech tools to help students build vocabulary skills across all subject areas. You'll also hear how AI-powered tools can personalize learning, reinforce key terms, and make vocabulary instruction more engaging. If you want to incorporate technology to support vocabulary acquisition in meaningful and dynamic ways, this episode is for you!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/10/14/vocabulary-strategies-341/

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In this episode, I chat with Katie Page, an Instructional Technology Coordinator and author of AI Blueprint for Schools, about how her district developed a districtwide strategy for AI in schools grounded in intentionality, inclusion, and real classroom needs. You'll also hear practical tips from her book, including how to build teacher trust, meet staff where they are, and spotlight real use cases to foster buy-in. If you want to design or refine a sustainable districtwide AI strategy rooted in relationships, educator support, and classroom impact, this episode has you covered!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/10/07/strategy-for-ai-in-schools-340/

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In this episode, we'll break down the steps to easily create personalized educational videos for students. You'll hear my top tips, from selecting the perfect tool to making your video accessible with captions and QR codes. If you're looking to capture your students' attention and make classroom learning more engaging, this episode has you covered!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/09/30/educational-videos-339/

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In this episode, I chat with curriculum supervisor and educator Amir Taron Ayres about effective AI strategies for lesson planning and instructional leadership. You'll also hear how educators are using artificial intelligence tools to unpack standards, design lessons, and support diverse learners. Tune in to explore practical, ethical, and mindset-shifting ways to integrate AI into your teaching practice!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/09/23/ai-strategies-338/

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