Episodes

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff, Susan, and Matt discuss they have helped districts and teachers prepare for school closures in the wake of COVID-19. In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week: In last week’s episode we talked about the many questions surrounding distance learning including how to approach the idea as well as logistical consideration to think about surrounding teacher work hours, etc. Tech Coach Mastermind Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn ho...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss the many questions surrounding distance learning including how to approach the idea as well as logistical consideration to think about surrounding teacher work hours, etc. In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week: In last week’s episode, we talked about what professional development looks like for us as Tech Coaches. Tech Coach Mastermind Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district tod...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss the importance of Social Media in todays classrooms and academic programs. Tech Coach Mastermind Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today! 2 Mastermind group meetings each month Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Website www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind Do You Have a Question For Us? www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail Twitter: @AskT...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss approaches and things to think about as you enter a classroom for lesson modeling and/or co-teaching. What does it look like when a tech coach works with students? In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week: In last week’s episode, we talked about what professional development looks like for us as Tech Coaches. Tech Coach Mastermind Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today! 2 M...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss how taking care of yourself as a Tech Coach via your own professional learning is just as important as serving the teachers. To have energy and knowledge to meet the needs of the teachers, you must fill up your own cup with needed professional learning for you! In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week: In last week’s episode we talked all about using video streaming and interactive video for both tech coaches and cla...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Susan and Matt on the podcast to discuss how and why Interactive and Streaming Video can be used for both Tech Coaches and Classroom Teachers. In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week: How are you building your Tech Coach brand? Tech Coach Mastermind Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today! 2 Mastermind group meetings each month Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan discuss several ways that Tech Coaches can build their Tech Coach Brands. In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week: How to create a Post PD Workshop Survey Tech Coach Mastermind Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today! 2 Mastermind group meetings each month Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Website www.TeacherCast.ne...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Susan talk about the end of your Professional Development Cycle. We spent a ton of time creating our workshops and making sure they are perfect. But, what happens after the workshop. Today, we will take a look at a variety of uses for our Workshop Feedback Forms. Learn how to create meaningful feedback that is helpful to both your Tech Coaching program and your district and curricular roadmaps for future planning. In this episode, we discuss: Re...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Tech Coaches Susan Vincentz and Tisha Richmond to discuss the FETC Conference in Miami Florida and share our thoughts about what happens once we return to our school districts. In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week: FETC 2020 Conference Tech Coach Mastermind Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today! 2 Mastermind group meetings each month Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Com...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Pennsylvania educator Matt Friedman to discuss 4 Ways For Tech Coaches to Tech Coach At Tech Conferences. We are also excited to share our updated subscription links with you over at www.TeacherCast.net/Subscribe. Check out the podcast today! Did You Know We Have A New Place To Listen To The Podcast? Check out Ask the Tech Coach on these new locations Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Visit our Podcast Homepage Tech Coach Tip of the Week Whe...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff shares some new adventures in Tech Coaching and encourages Tech Coaches worldwide to create their list of New Years Tech Coach Resolutions with the podcast. We are also excited to share our updated subscription links with you over at www.TeacherCast.net/Subscribe. Check out the podcast today! Did You Know We Have A New Place To Listen To The Podcast? Check out Ask the Tech Coach on these new locations Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Visit our Podcast...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Brianna Hodges to discuss Future Ready Coaches and her involvement in this years FETC Conference in Miami Florida. This month, the Ask The Tech Coach Podcast will be featuring stories from Tech Coaches across the country and we would love to hear from you and learn about your programs. If you are interested in joining us for our next episode, please contact us today! Reflections From Last Week Episode 74: Tech Coach Stories: Eujon And...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Google Certified Trainer, Tech Coach and Tech Director from Troy City Schools Eujon Anderson on the program to discuss the upcoming FETC Conference. Learn how he keeps track of a staff of more than 200 professionals and 2,000 students using simple yet mobile-friendly applications such as Google Keep to handle a busy schedule across multiple school buildings. This month, the Ask The Tech Coach Podcast will be featuring stories from Tech Coa...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes North Texas Digital Learning Specialist, Michael Vick, onto the podcast to discuss how he transitioned from being a Math Teacher to a Tech Coach in two amazing school buildings. In addition to being a Digital Learning Specialist, Michael is also the cohost of the educational podcast “The Digital Dish” where he shares his tips and tricks of bringing EdTech into the classroom. This month, the Ask The Tech Coach Podcast will be featuring stori...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff turns the microphone on his cohost Nick Amaral to learn all about his Technology Coaching program in his New Jersey School District. This month, the Ask The Tech Coach Podcast will be featuring stories from Tech Coaches across the country and we would love to hear from you and learn about your programs. If you are interested in joining us for our next episode, please contact us today! Reflections from Last Week Episode 71: Three Ways To Support Tea...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff Bradbury and Dan Kreiness from the Leader of Learning Podcast discuss several ways that a Tech Coach and a school district can support teachers as they settle into learning how to use new technologies in their classrooms. Today's episode of Ask the Tech Coach is brought to you by Dyknow. When Technology Teams plan for technology integration, it is crucial to think about how teachers will manage student device distractions during class. Dyknow’s cla...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Technology Coach and Microsoft Innovative Innovator Melania LeJeune to discuss ways that teachers can monitor tech integration in their classrooms. Today's episode of Ask the Tech Coach is brought to you by Dyknow. When Technology Teams plan for technology integration, it is crucial to think about how teachers will manage student device distractions during class. Dyknow’s classroom management software empowers teachers to teach with techno...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with New Jersey Tech Coach Eric Guise to talk about the importance of Tech Coaches focusing on the function rather than the application. For many Tech Coaches, they are often in a position of wanting to push a specific app because it's the latest and greatest. However, for many teachers, these new and exciting applications aren't household names and it's often scary to think about introducing something new. So what is the solution? Rather...

Are your teachers finally settling into the long school year and starting to get a little relaxed in their focus on Technology Integration? In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff discusses 5 things that every tech coach (and school district) can do to encourage teachers to become innovative and creative in their classrooms through technology integration. Today's episode of Ask the Tech Coach is brought to you by Dyknow, a complete technology integration solution for managing what student...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff sits down with Assistant Principal Josh Stamper to have a candid discussion on how Tech Coaches can successfully navigate the political waters of both a building and school district when trying to lead from within. Reflections from Last Week How To Involve Your Teachers In The Digital Learning Process Tech Coach Mastermind Join the Tech Coach Mastermind and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month Lifeti...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff takes a look at several reasons why it's important for our teachers to be involved in their professional learning decisions. For so many teachers, they are told when to show up for PD sessions and given not much else in terms of a vision or professional roadmap. Because of this, Professional Development for many is simply meaningless. However, once a vision and a school or districtwide roadmap are put in front of teachers, they can then begin to und...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff unpacks the key steps needed to begin planning your school district's Educational Technology Integration Plan. In this episode, you will learn why it’s important to not only clearly define your scope and sequence for creating a digital classroom but also why it’s important to give your teachers yearly benchmarks that will effectively meet the ISTE standards. If this topic is new to you, I would like to suggest that you also listen to Episode 64 wher...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” we begin a series of podcasts that will help Tech Coaches create an effective Educational Technology Integration Plan. Join us each week of October 2019 as we deep dive into what goes into creating an EdTech Integration Plan and why it's the single most important document to guide all of our Digital Learning decisions throughout the year. Reflections from Last Week How To Stay Efficient And Mentally Effective As A Tech Coach Tech Coach Mastermind Join ...

In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff welcomes Ohio Tech Coach Alex Oris on the program to discuss why it's important for Tech Coaches to create an effictive and efficient workflow for themselves. For so many Tech Coaches, the days are long and often a bit crazy. But there are a few things that you can do to keep yourself on track each day. Today's episode is brought to you by the Tech Coach Mastermind Program. Join us this week for our next meeting and learn how you can take your Tech ...