Episodes
June 22, 2021
Introducing the Lexile and Quantile Educator Academy
In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, Jeff sits down with Sue Ann Towle from MetaMetrics to discuss the Lexile & Quantile Educator Academy , a new self-paced professional learning program to help teachers learn how to h...
Dec. 7, 2020
Is Project Based Learning in a Hybrid Environment Possible?
In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we learn about two great STEM Challenges for K12 Students. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know ho...
Dec. 2, 2020
SWANK K-12 Streaming: A Complete Video Partner for Your School District
In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we discuss the importance of Educational Video Streaming in your school district and classroom. Swank K-12 Streaming makes it easy for teachers to incorporate high-quality films int...
Nov. 16, 2020
How Are The US and UK Educational Systems Supporting the Rise and ReRise of Digital Learning Environments?
In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, Jeff sits down with Impero CEO Justin Reilly to discuss the differences between how the US and UK are creating safe and successful hybrid learning environments for both staff and st...
Sept. 9, 2020
6 Universal Teaching Techniques To Help Get Your Teachers Through Hybrid and Virtual Teaching Experiences
If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today! About our Guest: Tom Sherrington Tom Sherrington is an education consultant an...
Aug. 13, 2020
Reading, Writing, and Robots? A Guide to STEM Education in Todays Classrooms
According to a 2019 study, robotics and coding are going to see significant growth and use in the next five years. How are you leveraging in-class technology to promote STEAM skills? See how educators can drive STEM/STEAM ini...
July 30, 2020
Common Sense Education: Simply the BEST Educational Resource for Teachers, Students, and Parents
In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, Jeff and Matt talk to Mrs. Jennifer Ehehalt a Senior Regional Manager from Common Sense Media. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you. Please visit...
July 15, 2020
Mind the Gap … The Achievement Gap!
Delivering educational benefits through technology is a top priority for schools and districts. Learn more about ways that you can use technology in your classroom to improve student outcomes. If you are a new listener to Tea...
July 13, 2020
The simplicity of teaching our students about Artificial Intelligence and how it is already affecting our everyday lives.
In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, Jeff and Matt are joined by Dr. Justin Aglio the Director of Academic Achievement and Innovation at Montour School District to discuss Artificial Intelligence in Schools If you are ...
July 7, 2020
The 2020 Conrad Challenge: What Happens When The Challenge Gets Challenging?
In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we welcome Kristie Letter, educator and two-time mentor of two Conrad Challenge student teams onto the program. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from ...
July 5, 2020
Let’s Talk About Equity and Equal Access for All Students
In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, Jeff speaks with Larry Jacobs & Maia Appleby about the importance of Equity and Equal Access for all students. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from y...
July 1, 2020
Student Tech Squad to the Rescue!
Student Tech Squad to the Rescue! – The saying, not all heroes wear capes, is true for the National School District Student Tech Squad. Join us to learn how they started a new initiative to help support their teachers with te...
June 16, 2020
Are We Ready To Redefine how “21st-Century Learning is defined … yet?
In this episode, Jeff sits down with Andy Calkins to discuss how Covid-19 has redefined and restructured what happens in the classroom and the board room. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from y...
June 15, 2020
Are We Successfully Preparing Students for the Tech-Driven Workforce?
Technology is a part of everyday life for today’s digitally-native students, but is it a part of their everyday life in the classroom? Learn how to leverage technology, at any age or grade, to prepare your students for the fu...
June 1, 2020
What is the Secret to (Teaching) Success?
It’s clear that teachers are ready to take on education technology, but do they have the resources they need to be successful? We’ll discuss how to create a supportive teaching environment that allows you to effectively lever...
May 17, 2020
Classroom Comeback: A Look Ahead to Tomorrow’s Educational Landscape
What does the “new normal” mean for education? Promethean’s Chief Product Officer, Steve Halliwell, and Chief Marketing Officer, Cheryl Miller, discuss how educators and students are tackling mobile learning and how we can al...
April 13, 2020
ORIGO Education Offers Free Math Curriculum and Resources to Teachers!
ORIGO Education brings a conceptual understanding of mathematics to the forefront of teaching and learning. Their instructional approach builds on students' natural ability to develop understanding and number sense. It helps ...
April 11, 2020
TCI Offers Free Science and Social Studies Curriculum To Teachers!
To help support teachers and students during the COVID-19 crisis, K-12 publishing company, TCI, is offering free digital access to its platform for learning social studies and science to qualified schools and teachers until t...
April 5, 2020
Are Your Students Ready for the 3M Young Scientist Challenge?
In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, Jeff sits down with 3M Young Scientist Chalenge winner Hannah Herbst to discuss the importance not only of encouraging your students to take that next step into STEM Education but h...
Feb. 10, 2020
How Should We Teach Our Students About Copyright and Creativity?
In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we discuss the importance of helping our students understand Copyright law and how it can affect the projects that they work on each day in class. If you are a new listener to Teach...
Jan. 8, 2020
5 Useful Ways To Engage Your Classroom Through Screencasting and Video
In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, Jeff welcomes Nefertiti Dukes, the Educator Growth Lead at Screencastify on the podcast to discuss 5 Ways to use Video in the Classroom. Are you using Screencastify in your classroo...
Dec. 25, 2019
How Are You Helping Your Students Set Meaningful, Obtainable, And Measurable Goals?
In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, Jeff sits down with Hillary Scharton from Instructure (CanvasLMS) to discuss the importance of creating meaningful, obtainable, and measurable New Year Resolutions with your student...
Nov. 1, 2019
Canvas and Microsoft Education Team Up To Offer Immersive Reader To 8 Million Teachers And Students
In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, Jeff welcomes VP of K-12 Strategy, Hillary Scharton and Principal Product Manager for Microsoft Education, Mike Tholfsen on the show to discuss how the Immersive Reader can now be u...
Oct. 15, 2019
The Conrad Challenge 2019: Helping Students Change Their Worlds
In this episode of the TeacherCast Podcast, we meet Colorado Science Teacher Ryan Johson who last year, mentored a team of students to the final round of the Conrad Challenge . The Conrad Challenge invites teams of 2-5 studen...