Episodes
March 25, 2020
Take a lead in your own learning with Dan Kreiness E52
Today I have Dan Kreiness, on the show. Mr. Kreiness shares his teaching story as early as he could remember he wanted to be an educator and work with kids. During this episode, Mr. Kreiness shares strategies to help first-year teachers thrive, tips...
March 22, 2020
5 tips to thrive during “Teacher Quarantine” for the pre-service educator featuring Crystal Law E51
Today I have with me Crystal Law who teaches future teachers at Broward College in Florida. During our chat, she shares 5 strategies to help student teachers to survive and thrive during teacher quarantine. The five tips are: get your edtech...
March 18, 2020
Student teachers lets lead during this time of need E50
Although we are in a time of need, we are also in time to lead. We know that you might be feeling overwhelmed, nervous, anxious, and unsure during this time of need. We want you to know that you are not alone – we are ALL feeling this way. This is a...
March 12, 2020
Teaching online in a time of need featuring Dr. Torrey Trust
Dr. Torrey Trust (Professor, past president of ISTE TEN, and professional Chihuahua photographer) walks us through 6 steps that we need to consider during emergency remote teaching. She shares practical strategies, techniques, and tools to work...
March 10, 2020
The more that you learn, the more you realize you don't know featuring Robert Kaplinsky E49
Today I have with me Robert Kaplinsky a Math educator who developed the #oberveme movement and @GrassrootsWS. If that isn't enough he is also the co-creator of @openmiddle. During our conversation, Robert shares about his teaching journey and his...
March 3, 2020
What does your digital presence say about you? Featuring Arlin Roth 48
Today on the EduMagic podcast I have with me, Arlin Roth. Arlin is a K-12 Instructional Technology Specialist, Google for Edu Certified trainer, and a connected educator. You can find him over on Twitter @arothTechTools. During this episode, we talk...
Feb. 28, 2020
Don't teach in isolation - get connected featuring Rachelle Poth 47
Today I have with me Rachelle Poth, she is the author of In Other Words & Unconventional. Rachelle is also a consultant, speaker, educator, and Pres. #iSTETEN. achelle shares about the importance of broadening your perspective as a future teacher. You...
Feb. 18, 2020
Classroom management with little learners featuring Dr. Kris McGee 46
During this episode of the edumagic podcast, I interview Dr. Kris McGee
Kris is an Associate Professor of Literacy at Frostburg State University, a self-proclaimed book nerd, tech junkie, and Co-Founder #BookYourself. Classroom management is such a...
Feb. 11, 2020
Be excited about teaching because your students are going to be excited if you are - featuring Ally Echard 45
During this episode, I interview a future teacher and current student-teacher Ally Echard. Ally is a secondary English major with a theatre minor. She is student teaching this semester and couldn't be more excited to impact students in her new role....
Feb. 4, 2020
Make the magic happen in a class with a field component E44
Today in this solo episode I am sharing some tips to help you make the most out of your class with a field component or observation. What I mean by this is focusing on classes where you go out into classrooms and work with students. These courses are...
Jan. 28, 2020
Hey education major - don't waste your opportunity. Featuring Chris Nesi E43
I sit down with Chris Nesi where we discuss his teaching story, the importance of being an education major and to not take it for granted, tips for balancing work and education, and more! In addition to this conversation, I share a reviewer shout out...
Jan. 21, 2020
Future teachers get organized now with Kelly Jackson E42
Kelly shares her teaching story and how she always wanted to be an educator. She shares about her teaching experience in elementary education and she is now living in Germany working with teachers in their organized classroom. Kelly and I chat all...
Jan. 14, 2020
Believe and you will achieve the GTPA with Rene DeCata E41
During today's episode, I chat with Rene DeCata we talk all things GTPA! During this episode, she shares her teaching story along with tips, strategies, edtech, and more to use when you tackle the GTPA. Although this episode is about the GTPA you can...
Jan. 10, 2020
Make your recording process for EDTPA easy with Swivl E40
Hey EduMagicians, are you having trouble recording your EDTPA video portion? For some future teachers, this can be a point on contention. Friends, Swivl has you covered! Swivl is an amazing tool that you can use to record your lessons. It is a free...
Jan. 7, 2020
Take your EdTPA from "Meh" to "Marvelous" featuring Kali Thompson E39
Well - you've asked for it and it's here! Today I have with me Kali Thompson she is going to share some tips and strategies to help your EDTPA experience go from meh to marvelous! During this conversation we answer the following questions:
What is the...
Dec. 31, 2019
Crushing your interview part 2 featuring Dr. Greg Cottrell E38
During this interview, Dr. Greg Cottrell shares advice, techniques and specific questions that you can use to practice for your teaching interview! Head on over to www.sfecich.com/38 for a complete PDF of questions to check out. Grab a cup of coffee,...
Dec. 31, 2019
Crushing your interview part 1 with John Martinez E37
John shares about his teaching story, advice for new teachers and how to crush your teaching interview. He shares his opening question to all candidates and how to end your interview with a homerun!
Dec. 17, 2019
Take the lead in your learning with Grace Pinto and Rebecca Nicholls E36
Today on the EduMagic Podcast I interview Grace Pinto and Rebecca Nicholls two future teachers studying at the California University of Pennsylvania. During our conversation, they share about the importance of being a leader in your own learning, how...
Dec. 10, 2019
A look inside Prac-E: Support for future teachers E35
Prac-E a place for support and encouragement for new and future teachers!
Supports and walks along the journey with new teachers in their first five years. Prac E also supports future and aspiring educators. Prac E shows the practical real-world and...
Dec. 4, 2019
Trauma informed with Chancela Key E34
During today's episode, I interview Chancela Key an elementary education major at IUSoutheast and soon to be graduate. She is passionate about trauma-informed teaching. We connected through her professor, Dr. Asim. During our interview, Chancela...
Nov. 28, 2019
Bonus A special thank you to all of the EduMagicians E33
As a special thank you to all of you I am sharing with you an audio version of the introduction to EduMagic Shine On read by my hubby, Josh Fecich. So, whether you are going over the river and through the woods or preparing a meal for friends, I...
Nov. 26, 2019
Tips for New Teachers E32
Hello edumagicians, welcome to episode 32 of the edumagic podcast. Let's jump into the tips for new teachers. Here we go, in no particular order! Take time for you, either stay late or go in early, never stop learning, and connect with your PLN. For...
Nov. 19, 2019
New Teachers: You're not alone featuring Katy Gibson E31
I interviewed a co-author of EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers, Katy Gibson. She shares her teaching story during this episode, advice, and tips for new teachers and recent December grads! Show notes and link to get up to date on launch day...
Nov. 12, 2019
New Teachers Shine On with Hannah Sansom E30
Today I'm here with Hannah Sansom a co-author of EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers (coming out Nov 26!), teacher rockstar, former student, and fourth year, a third-grade teacher. During today's conversation, Hannah and I discuss going back...