Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns

In this episode, I share my ultimate list of classroom newsletter tips to help you streamline your workflow and better connect with families this school year. You’ll also hear how to use EdTech tools, AI-powered shortcuts, and creative ideas like audio versions and interactive polls to make your newsletters more dynamic and engaging. If you want to refresh your newsletter routine and build stronger home-school connections, this episode has you covered!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/09/02/classroom-newsletter-tips-335/

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In this episode, I share the story behind my new QuickWins! EdTech Strategy Cards created in collaboration with ASCD and ISTE. You’ll also hear how these 50 bite-sized EdTech tips can support lesson planning, student engagement, and classroom reflection. If you want to bring more purposeful technology use into your teaching, this episode is for you!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/08/26/edtech-strategy-cards-334/

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In this episode, I spoke with EdTech experts Steve Kass and Sarah Wood about practical strategies for computer science integration in K-12 education. You'll also hear their valuable perspectives on demystifying computational thinking and building teacher confidence in this crucial area. If you want to discover actionable ways to bring computer science concepts to life in your classroom, this episode has you covered!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/08/19/computer-science-integration-333/

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In this episode, I share brain break ideas and strategies to help boost student focus, engagement, and energy levels throughout the school day. You'll also hear creative suggestions like AI-generated music, trivia challenges, movement-based exercises, and more that can easily fit into your routine. Tune in for practical tips on making brain breaks a seamless and impactful part of your teaching!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/08/12/brain-break-ideas-332/

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In this episode, I'm joined by Amy Dujon, Vice President of Education at Community EDU and the force behind the Leadhership Network, to talk about how women in education can grow and thrive. You'll also hear Amy share practical advice for stepping into leadership, the importance of building a strong professional network, and how she navigated her own career path. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on building confidence, creating a support system, and empowering women in education.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/08/08/women-in-education-bonus/

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In this episode, discover how you can use AI-generated reader's theater to make learning come alive! I'll take you through the process of leveraging chatbots to craft scripts tailored to your content area and students' needs, and provide you with a handful of prompts to get your wheels spinning. No matter what subject you teach, if you're looking to boost fluency, deepen content knowledge, and ignite student enthusiasm with custom reader's theater, this episode has you covered!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/08/05/custom-readers-theater-331/

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In this episode, I share a powerful conversation with Jen Roberts, high school English teacher, author, blogger, and speaker, all about how educators can best respond when students use AI. You'll also hear Jen share actionable ideas on proactively addressing AI and cultivating a sense of curiosity around it. Tune in for strategies you can use tomorrow to navigate the world of AI in student work!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/07/29/when-students-use-ai-330/

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In this episode, I share creative back-to-school bulletin board ideas for teachers to welcome students and set a positive tone for the year. You'll also hear ways to incorporate technology, like AI-generated images and QR codes, to make your displays more interactive. If you want to create engaging, informative, and visually appealing bulletin boards that spark curiosity and excitement, this episode has you covered!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/07/22/bulletin-board-ideas-for-teachers-329/

Sponsored by my Easy EdTech Club: https://www.EasyEdTechClub.com

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