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203: Remaking the Space Between Us with Diana McLain Smith 32:23

3d ago32:23

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In this conversation, Tricia and Diana discuss the pressing issues surrounding democracy, the importance of community and friendship in bridging divides, and the emotional toll of political polarization. Diana emphasizes the need for a shift from an outrage mindset to one of engagement and collaboration, highlighting the work of organizations like …

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Changing perceptions of manufacturing in schools 34:33

4d ago34:33

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In this conversation, Jeff Utecht and John Gardner discuss the critical role of manufacturing in the American economy and the importance of education in preparing students for careers in this field. Gardner emphasizes the need to change perceptions of manufacturing, highlighting its high-tech nature and the lucrative opportunities it offers. They e…

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Episode 195 - Chimp Crazy, 2024 Recap, & 2025 Predictions 48:03

7d ago48:03

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On this episode of the K12 Tech Talk podcast, we talk about AI misuse in schools, we recap 2024's hot topics, and we spend time discussing our predictions for 2025. Oh, and we talk about Chimp Crazy and Mark's recent interactions with Tonia Haddix on TikTok. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year - We're ready for break! https://www.cisa.gov/sites/defa…

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Episode 200 – Julian Wade – A Legacy of Art Education 56:01

8d ago56:01

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It’s our 200th episode! To celebrate, the Creativity Department invited Julian Wade, President of Davis Publications, on the podcast to talk about the deep history of Davis Publications. Discover the impact the world of art education has had on the Davis family, why art education is so strong today, and the depth of passion behind their work. Join …

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202: The future of neuroinclusion with Pasha Marlowe 53:38

8d ago53:38

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In this conversation, Tricia and Pasha Marlowe explore the multifaceted world of neurodiversity, exploring how social media platforms like TikTok serve as vital spaces for connection and understanding. Pasha shares insights on the importance of concise communication, particularly in short-form videos, and how these platforms can foster meaningful c…

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Help all learners bring more creativity into 2025 40:44

11d ago40:44

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Creativity is essential. On the show this week we loved learning with Crayola's Cheri Sterman. Cheri is here to tell us all about the power of the upcoming Crayola Creativity Week. Educators and families can register free for this event: https://creativity-week.squarespace.com/ The conversation centers around Crayola Creativity Week, a free program…

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Episode 194 - How to Move from Lawless to Lawful Asset Management 47:46

14d ago47:46

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This week we take a listener email and dive into managing district assets and how to wrangle the budget. Should schools supply headphones to all students? Should the tech dept have a headphones budget? Should parents pay for broken headphones? Josh, Chris, and Mark discuss the tech dept's responsibility with headphones (and other consumables) at le…

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Episode 199 – Joshua Drews – Media Arts: Then & Now 51:45

15d ago51:45

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In this episode, The Creativity Department chats with NAEA’s Southeastern Region Vice President, Joshua Drews about the evolution of Media Arts over the years. Throughout his career, Joshua’s students have used a variety of media but over the last handful of years much of that has been digital. In this episode, Joshua discusses how technology has e…

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201: Our shared responsibility to shape joy 22:03

15d ago22:03

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In this conversation, Jason June discusses his latest book, 'Flopping in a Winter Wonderland,' exploring themes of queer joy, the importance of setting in literature, sibling dynamics, and the creative process of writing. He emphasizes the need for representation of queer love in holiday narratives, particularly in rural settings, and highlights th…

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What we can learn from Outlier schools 27:15

18d ago27:15

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Erich Bolz is deeply versed in the field-tested Powerless to Powerful transformation frameworks developed by Gonzaga University professors Chuck Salina and Suzann Girtz which, when implemented with fidelity, are proven to increase student achievement and staff satisfaction. Utilizing cognitive coaching approaches, Erich helps school leaders and cen…

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Episode 193 - Will Google Really Sell Off Its Chrome Browser? 39:55

21d ago39:55

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Join Josh, Chris, and Mark for a lively discussion on the future of ChromeOS and Android in the K-12 landscape. We kick things off with Josh's latest tech frustrations (proxy problems, anyone?) before diving into some recent headlines, including a fascinating AI case in Massachusetts and a timely warning from the FBI about SMS messaging. But the ma…

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Episode 198 – Katrina Berg – Balancing Creative Practice with Teaching 50:28

22d ago50:28

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In this episode, The Creativity Department chats with oil painter and host of the CANDYcolored podcast Katrina Berg to explore the art of balancing a thriving creative practice, a career in classroom teaching, and a fulfilling personal life. Katrina shares insights on staying inspired and how she nurtures creativity while managing multiple roles. L…

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200: Why Fiction Needs More Asexual Representation 31:35

24d ago31:35

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Karen Wilfrid discusses her book LAMBDA award nominated middle grade novel 'Just Lizzie' and how her personal experience and background in education helped spark the story. She talks about the importance of capturing the journey of identity exploration in middle grade books and the role of school in that process. Karen also shares how her students …

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The potential of AI for multilingual learners 47:06

25d ago47:06

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In this conversation, Jeff Utecht and Professor Brent Warner explore the intersection of AI and education, particularly focusing on multilingual learners. They discuss how AI can empower students to take control of their learning, the innovative techniques for vocabulary building through prompting, and the importance of teaching prompt engineering …

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199: The Story of Second Chance with Joan Liu 39:49

1M ago39:49

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In this conversation, we hear from founder and Executive Director Joan Liu who discusses the origin and mission of Second Chance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping international students secure last-minute scholarships for higher education. The initiative began in response to a crisis where students lost their scholarships unexpectedly.…

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A New Era in MTSS with AI 30:23

1M ago30:23

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In this episode of Shifting Schools, Jeff Utecht interviews Jose, founder and CEO of Neulight, about the transformative potential of AI in education. They discuss IntelliTier, which enhances the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework by simplifying data collection and providing personalized intervention strategies for students. Jose share…

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Episode 192 - New Google License Structure and an IXL Lawsuit 49:51

1M ago49:51

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In this episode Chris does a deep dive on the new Google Workspace license structure. Mark has an extended News section with stories about an IXL lawsuit, Goolge's anti-trust fallout, Docusign impersonation attacks, and more. -Linda McMahon's background as Trump's pick for education secretary -Significant surge in DocuSign impersonation attacks: ha…

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Episode 197 – Dr. D'Wayne Edwards – Conversations about Creative Careers 51:45

1M ago51:45

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In this episode, The Creativity Department discusses art and design careers with renowned designer and former design dierctor of Air Jordan, Dr. D’Wayne Edwards. Discover how Dr. Edwards embraced his creative passion to forge a career where he created over 50 patents, designed more than 500 footwear styles for premier entertainers, MLB, NFL, and NB…

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198: Get in the Garden with Christy Mandin 22:45

1M ago22:45

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Christy Mandin is a New York Times bestselling children's book author, illustrator, and surface designer. She grew up in rural Georgia and credits her country life of solitude as an only child for much of her love of books and nature. You'll find this love of nature along with nostalgia, magic, and whimsy woven into the fabric of her art. When she …

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Asking better questions about what is possible with AI 35:51

1M ago35:51

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In this conversation, Tricia and Laura discuss the intersection of ableism, artificial intelligence, and education. They explore how AI can serve as an assistive device to enhance access and equity, particularly in educational settings. Laura shares personal experiences and insights on how AI can foster curiosity and agency in learners, especially …

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Episode 191 - Interview with Tony Sager 1:10:53

1M ago1:10:53

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Chris, Josh, and Mark discuss an update on the cybersecurity pilot, an FCC court case, and the future of E-Rate. Most of the episode is an interview with Tony Sager. Tony is a Senior VP & Chief Evangelist for the Center for Internet Security (CIS). FCC Cybersecurity Pilot Receives $3.7B in Funding Requests Supreme Court Weighs High-Stakes Fraud Iss…

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196: Aaron Blabey on what it means to start with one reader in mind 21:37

1M ago21:37

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Aaron Blabey discusses the creation and conclusion of his beloved children's series, The Bad Guys. He reflects on the balance between humor and deeper messages in storytelling, the emotional journey of saying goodbye to a series that has impacted millions, and the importance of staying true to one's creative vision. Blabey also shares insights on t…

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197: Learning to Relearn is finally here! 50:22

1M ago50:22

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Kwame Sarfo-Mensah has an incredible book hitting shelves TODAY, and it is one of those must read books.In this episode we talk about that book and Kwame's perspective on much more. We explore the importance of understanding one's childhood experiences and how it can help educators better connect with their students. We also discuss the concept of …

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What can we learn about AI from an archivist? 46:43

2M ago46:43

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Reed Hepler discusses the changing role of archival work in the era of generative AI. He explains that while some may think archives and AI are incompatible, there are actually many ways in which AI can be useful in archival work. Reed also demystifies the role of archivists, highlighting their responsibility in acquiring, organizing, preserving, a…

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Episode 190 - Vermont Fest & Flashback to the CIS Controls Episode 50:49

2M ago50:49

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Chris and Mark are traveling this week and try to record an episode next to a rowdy party of librarians at Vita-Learn's Vermont Fest. We give a brief intro and then flashback to episode 132 where we cover the CIS Controls, a set of cyber security frameworks to help districts evaluate and improve their cyber security. -------------------- ManagedMet…

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Episode 196 – The Power of Storytelling Connected Arts Networks (CAN) 43:30

2M ago43:30

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In this episode, Oral Historian Dr. Mi'Jan Celie Tho-Biaz, Matt Grundler, and Connected Arts Network (CAN) members Kimberly Olson and Kyla Davis share how they integrate storytelling in their arts classrooms. Hear how sharing their personal stories impacts their teaching. Learn how allowing students to express themselves openly and how observing st…

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195: The Brightness Between Us with Eliot Schrefer 41:25

2M ago41:25

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Eliot Schrefer, the New York Times bestselling standout author of many books for kids and teens. The Brightness Between Us is the sequel to The Darkness Outside Us. His books have twice been named finalists for the National Book Award in Young People’s Literature and have garnered a Printz Honor, a Stonewall Honor, and the Green Earth Book Award.Le…

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Understanding the potential uses for AI as an assistive technology 35:51

2M ago35:51

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In this episode, we sit down with Fiona Goodall, a leading expert on the social applications of assistive technologies. Fiona helps us understanding how emerging technologies, particularly AI, can benefit neurodivergent learners and support social-emotional development. We'll explore a compelling use case where AI is being leveraged not just for ac…

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Episode 189 - Election 2024 44:48

2M ago44:48

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Chris, Josh, and Mark get political - they discuss their thoughts on the impact of this year's election on the K12 technology landscape (E-Rate, cybersecurity, DoE, and AI). They also discuss new AI guidance, spooky edtech apps, Halloween costumes, and the latest in k12 tech news. Education Department releases highly anticipated AI toolkit for scho…

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Episode 195 – Getting Student Feedback Classroom Connected Arts Networks (CAN) 56:15

2M ago56:15

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In this episode, Oral Historian Dr. Mi'Jan Celie Tho-Biaz, Matt Grundler, and Connected Arts Network (CAN) members Meghan Wlodarczyk and Martin Rodriguez share how they foster student feedback in their arts programs. By making adaptations to classroom environments and encouraging open conversation with students, these educators have created environ…

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194: What our celebrations say about our school 44:37

2M ago44:37

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In this conversation, Tricia and Rebecca Skinner discuss the upcoming Neurodiversity Comic Con at Gillen Brewer, emphasizing the importance of creating inclusive spaces for neurodiverse learners. They explore the significance of partnerships, representation in literature, and the role of joy in learning. Rebecca shares insights on the value of comi…

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How do we balance innovation and ethics? 1:04:27

2M ago1:04:27

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On this week we speak with Dr. Federica Fornaciari, who is a Professor, a researcher, a children’s book author, and the Academic Program Director for the MA in Strategic Communications at National University. She received a doctorate in Communication with a concentration in Electronic Security and Privacy from the University of Illinois at Chicago …

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