Episodes

228
Dec. 12, 2022

Can Instructional Coaches Save the Teaching Profession?

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Donna Gerard to discuss some of the reasons why teachers are leaving the profession. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in t...
227
Dec. 5, 2022

4 Success Stories (and One Non-Success Story) From a Brand-New Instructional Coach (Featuring Jud Hartman)

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff speaks with first year Instructional Coach, Jud Hartman to learn about how he is successfully bringing Project Based Learning and UDL into his brand new coaching program. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our fa...
226
Nov. 28, 2022

How can Instructional Coaches Support Our Districts in Times of Crisis and Emergency?

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Melissa Jackson, Susan Shapiro, and Jon Miller to discuss the importance of safety and school safety training to ensure that our teachers, students, and community are well informed in case of an emergency. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to ha...
225
Nov. 21, 2022

How to Stay Connected with Teachers … When You Can’t Physically Meet with Them

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Instructional Coach Michael Thomas to discuss his passion for supporting teachers, podcasting, and his advice to Instructional Coaches during the cold days of winter! If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Question of the W...
224
Nov. 14, 2022

Are You a Minimalist Instructional Coach?

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Tammy Musiowsky-Borneman, co-author of the new ASCD book "The Minimalist Teacher" to discuss how Instructional Coaches can create a more focused atmosphere for themselves and the world around them. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you j...
223
Nov. 7, 2022

Instructional Coaching Conversation Starters … that Actually Work!

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Instructional Coach Renee Dawson to discuss the various ways that Coaches can start meaningful and authentic conversations that result in positive interactions in the classroom. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Questi...
222
Oct. 31, 2022

Why are Faculty Meetings the Key to Setting Up Meaningful Coaching Cycles?

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss how important it is to create a funnel system from your faculty meetings that help you land meaningful collaborations in the classroom. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our favorite part of re...
221
Oct. 24, 2022

Developing, Setting, and Achieving Instructional Coaching SMART Goals

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss the importance of setting SMART Goals for Instructional Coaches. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversa...
220
Oct. 17, 2022

Are You Controlling the Chaos in Your Classroom?

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Instructional Coaches and authors Stephanie Howell and Tara Ruckman to discuss their new book “Control the Chaos.” If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our favorite part of recording a live podcast e...
219
Oct. 10, 2022

Are you Coaching with your Second Brain? Productivity tips for Instructional Coaches

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan sit down to discus our top productivity tricks for Instructional Coaches to help YOU create a “second brain” If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is...
218
Oct. 3, 2022

Instruction Without Boundaries: Enhance Your Teaching Strategies with Technology Tools in Any Setting

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Dr. Matthew Rhoads to discuss his new book Instruction Without Boundaries: Enhance Your Teaching Strategies with Technology Tools in Any Setting. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Weekly Topic How do we create classro...
217
Sept. 26, 2022

Note Taking Tips, Tricks & Strategies for Instructional Coaches

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss our recommended and most effective ways of writing down important notes and other things to remember throughout the day as an Instructional Coach. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our favorite...
216
Sept. 20, 2022

What is the ISTE Community Leader Program?

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Lauren Kelly, the Director of Membership and Community at ISTE on the podcast to discuss the ISTE Community Leaders Program. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our favorite part of recording a live podca...
215
Sept. 12, 2022

How Should EdTech Companies Treat Instructional Coaches?

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discus the various ways that an Educational Technology Brand should be supporting Instructional Coaches so that they can be successful in implementing that tool or application in the classroom. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the s...
214
Sept. 5, 2022

Digital Identity is Needed to Support Digital Citizens

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Jaime Donally and Dr Marialice Curran on the podcast to discuss the importance of teaching Digital Citizenship to our students. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our favorite part of recording a live po...
213
Aug. 29, 2022

Teach More … Hover Less!

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Instructional Specialist and author Miriam Plotinsky on the podcast to discuss … If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great ...
212
Aug. 22, 2022

Teaching Digital Citizenship to both Students AND Teachers

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Martin McGauran on the podcast to discuss the importance of teaching Digital Citizenship to both our students, and our teachers. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our favorite part of recording a live p...
211
Aug. 17, 2022

Setting Up Your Instructional Coaches for Success by Creating a 90-Day Blueprint for Success

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Stephanie Howell, Nicole Zumpano, and Katie Fielding on the podcast to discuss the importance of Instructional Coaches having a clearly defined 90-Day Plan at the beginning of the school year. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the sho...
210
Aug. 15, 2022

How to Support The Administrators who are Supporting Your Coaching Program

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Nick sit down to discuss why it’s important to be on the same page with your administrator so they can back you up both in and out of your coaching duties. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Get The Support You Need For Your Instr...
209
Aug. 12, 2022

10 Things That Might Be Holding Your Coaching Program Back

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss 10 things about your coaching program that you might wish to work on this year. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Get The Support You Need For Your Instructional Coaching Program Today! Are you searching for the be...
208
Aug. 10, 2022

Using and Collecting Data to Tell the Story of your Coaching Program

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Lisa Kuhn from Forward-Edge on the podcast to discuss the importance of Data Collection in the daily lives of an Instructional Coach. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network! Are you a Te...
207
Aug. 8, 2022

5 Strategies for Instructional Coaches Entering a New School District

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Instructional Coach Debbie Tannenbaum on the podcast to discuss her strategies for starting an Instructional Coaching position in a new district and why it's important to support teachers of extremely young learners. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love ...
206
Aug. 5, 2022

What is Universal Design for Learning?

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Instructional Coach Brenny Kummer on the podcast to discuss how Universal Design for Learning can be deployed in your school district. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network! Are you a T...
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Aug. 3, 2022

Supporting Innovation in the Classroom When Spread Thing Over Multiple School Buildings

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Instructional Coach, Michelle Manning on the podcast to discuss the importance of supporting teachers through innovative practices in the classroom. If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show. Join the TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network...