Episodes
Sept. 20, 2020
How To Organize Your Tech Coaches using Microsoft Teams
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff and Susan discuss how Microsoft Teams can be used to organize not just one, but a group of Technology Coaches to unify district communication and create a focused professional d...
Sept. 13, 2020
How To Tech Coach …. Tech Coaches!
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff and Susan discuss the first things you should be doing and thinking about when being put in a position of leading other Tech Coaches. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, w...
Sept. 7, 2020
10 Apps To Help Tech Coaches Stay Organized
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff and Susan discuss ways to keep organized and get into a consistent routine both personally and digitally as you start a new school year. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast...
Aug. 31, 2020
Can Teachers Bring Augmented Reality into a Hybrid Teaching Environment?
In this episode of Ask the Tech Coach, Jeff discusses Augmented Reality with Parker McDonough from Seek Education . If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and ...
Aug. 24, 2020
What does Project Based Learning look like in a COVID Classroom?
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff and Susan welcome Zak Ringelstein to discuss how to incorporate project-based learning in the classroom during this season we are in dealing with Covid and its impact on educati...
Aug. 17, 2020
A Review of Tech Coach Live: A Virtual Conference for Tech Coaches!
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff and Susan discuss the Tech Coach Live virtual conference and break down all the action from the big event! If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from y...
Aug. 13, 2020
Let’s Get Ready For Tech Coach Live: A Virtual Conference for Technology Coaches!
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff and Susan discuss the Tech Coach Live virtual conference that happens on Saturday, August 15, 2020. They go over the list of sessions that will include numerous panelists with t...
Aug. 3, 2020
Video Applications for the Instructional Technology Coach
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff and Susan discuss our favorite Video Solutions for Tech Coaches and discuss Pro's and Con's for each application. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear...
July 27, 2020
Fears, Thoughts, and Deep Conversations About The Upcoming School Year
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff and Susan talk about organizing this school year that is looking more and more different by the day. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. P...
July 20, 2020
What Do Administrators Really Think About The Tech Coach Position?
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff and Sue sit down with (title) Sandy Paul to discuss what administrators really think about the Tech Coach Position. In this episode, we discuss: Why does a School District need ...
July 13, 2020
10 Ways to use Wakelet to Organize your Classroom and Tech Coaching
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff and Susan continue the “Tools For Tech Coaches” discussion throughout this month of July. Today we talk about Wakelet and how you can “Catch the Wakelet Wave” as we welcome Bruc...
July 6, 2020
Microsoft SWAY: 5 Ways To Be Creative In the Classroom With Your Students
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff and Susan welcome Scott Bricker as we kick off the month of July focusing on Tech Tools for Tech Coaches. Scott will share ways to use Microsoft SWAY to create dynamic presentat...
June 29, 2020
Simple Tips for Creating Video in the Classroom
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff and Susan welcome an awesome panel of tech coaches to discuss using video with training teachers and teaching students. We discussed what we have learned, what our teachers have...
June 22, 2020
How to Onboard New Teachers into Your District During a Global Pandemic
Are you looking forward to a new school year but it is just too early to bring new teachers into the building for training? Learn how to make the best PD decisions today! In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff and Su...
June 15, 2020
How To Run A Successful Virtual Bootcamp As Summer Professional Development
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff and Susan talk about what summer PD and the summer conference training season will look like as we move forward in planning for a new school year and training teachers. 5 Strate...
June 12, 2020
What Can Teachers Learn From Google Educator Groups?
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff welcomes Stephanie Howell and Melissa Summerford on the program to learn about the brand new Google Educator Groups that are designed to help connect educators and provide an am...
June 9, 2020
How to Become a Tech Coach in 2020: Tips & Tricks to Nailing Your First Interview!
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff and Susan talk about evaluating tech tools, things to consider, and working with administrators on purchasing needed technology for physical and virtual classrooms. How to Scor...
June 1, 2020
How To Help Your School District Make Good Purchasing Decisions
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff and Susan talk about evaluating tech tools, things to consider, and working with administrators on purchasing needed technology for physical and virtual classrooms. How To Help...
May 25, 2020
3 Things School Districts Should Focus On During Summertime Professional Development
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff and Susan talk about using lessons learned from the school year to design effective summertime professional development. 3 Things School Districts Should Focus On During Summert...
April 20, 2020
Zoom vs Google Meet: The Great Distance Learning Debate Podcast
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff, Susan, take on the popular question “Which Distance Learning Service is Best?: Google Meet or Zoom. Tech Coach Mastermind Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help y...
April 13, 2020
What Happens When Your School District Cancels Physical Classes For The Remainder Of The School Year?
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff, Susan, Melissa, and Kelly discuss where we are in this eLearning process and how we are encouraging teachers to plan for the possibility of being out for the remainder of the y...
April 6, 2020
Learning How To Engage STEM Education Students During Distance Learning Days
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff, Susan, Thom Gibson, and Tammy Dunbar discuss various ways to keep students engaged in STEM Education during distance learning days. In this episode, we discuss: Reflections fro...
March 30, 2020
How Are EdTech Companies Supporting Teachers and Students During Distance Learning Days
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff, Melissa and Jon discuss how EdTech Companies are offering their applications and services free of charge to school districts to support them during Distance Learning Days. In t...
March 23, 2020
5 Ways For Teach Coaches To Connect With Teachers During Digital Learning Days
In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach ,” Jeff, Susan, and Melissa discuss ways tech coaches can meet the needs of teachers during digital learning days when we are not able to be face to face. How do we coach from a distanc...