EduMagic: Future Teacher Podcast

Welcome to the EduMagic Aspiring Teacher Podcast, where we empower and support future educators. Hosted by Dr. Samantha Fecich, this podcast is your go-to resource for aspiring and new teachers looking to make a successful transition from campus to classroom. Whether you're a preservice teacher or j...

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June 11, 2026

Student Teacher thank you email: What to say after your first meeting

First meeting as a student teacher? A concise, professional thank you email can set the tone for a strong mentoring relationship and reflect well on your professionalism. Learn how to write a student teacher thank you email a...

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May 27, 2026

The Disney secret that every teacher should use: Take 5

What can Walt Disney World teach us about connecting with students? A lot, actually. In this episode, we explore the Take Five strategy from Lee Cockerell's Creating Magic, spontaneous, intentional moments that cost nothing y...

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May 12, 2026

Let Them and Let Me Theory by Mel Robbins: coursework, comparison, and setbacks in teacher prep

What do you do when you studied hard, and someone else didn’t, but they did better than you? Or when you fail an exam, struggle in a class, or feel behind your cohort? This episode is inspired by the book Let Them by Mel Robb...

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May 3, 2026

Using Canva and Google Classroom to design, organize, and energize learning

As classrooms continue to evolve, teacher candidates must feel confident navigating digital tools that support creativity, organization, and collaboration. Two standout platforms, Canva and Google Classroom, work together to ...

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May 2, 2026

How Instagram, Pinterest, Google Tools, and VR empower teacher candidates

Educational technology empowers teacher candidates to collaborate, assess, organize, and inspire learning in new ways. Whether building a professional identity on Instagram and Pinterest, assessing learning with Google Forms,...

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April 29, 2026

How Padlet and Nearpod boost student engagement and collaboration

In this EDUMagic Podcast episode, future teachers share their favorite engagement‑boosting EdTech tools: Padlet and Nearpod. Learn how these platforms support collaboration, real‑time feedback, and student participation acros...

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April 28, 2026

Digital tools future teachers love for notes, planning, and organization

In this special EDU Magic Podcast episode, Dr. Sam Fecich hands the mic to future teachers from Slippery Rock University! Listen as teacher candidates share their favorite digital tools for planning, note‑taking, time managem...

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March 26, 2026

March momentum: How to plan, reflect, and prepare for the second half of the semester

March is the calm before the storm. Midterms are winding down, spring break is calling, and before you know it, the semester is over. But for student teachers, March is actually the perfect time to reflect about what comes ne...

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March 7, 2026

Spring clean: Refresh your online life, screens, and screen time

If your devices feel cluttered, your browser has 27 tabs open, or your screen time habits are draining instead of fueling your teaching, this episode is for you. Let’s reset your digital teaching life with a quick, practical,...

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Jan. 6, 2026

5 ways to organize your student teacher desk

Student teachers, let's discuss your desk area. It might be a student desk, a table, or an actual desk; either way, it's yours. It's your spot in the classroom. So let's make it an effective and efficient workspace, no matter...

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Jan. 1, 2026

12 Days of EduMagic

The holidays may be over, but the magic of teaching never ends. Let’s celebrate the 12 Days of EduMagic with a series of focused gifts to help future teachers, education majors, and student teachers thrive from their first 8:...

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Dec. 19, 2025

Reflect, Recharge, and Reignite: EduMagic Holiday Reflection Guide for Future Teachers E288

As the year comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to pause and reflect. In this special holiday episode of the EduMagic Podcast, we share seven powerful reflection questions, one for each chapter of EduMagic, to help you re...

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Dec. 12, 2025

Ready for Spring? 5 Reflection Questions for Winter Break

The fall semester is over, now what? In this episode of the EduMagic Podcast, I share five powerful reflection questions to help college students pause, recharge, and prepare for an amazing spring semester. Grades don’t tell...

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Oct. 1, 2025

Top 3 Classroom Tech Tools for Middle & High School Teachers

Guest host Dr. Jenna Copper, an Assistant Professor of Education at Slippery Rock University and a former high school English teacher, shares her top three classroom technology tools that every middle and high school teacher ...

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Sept. 2, 2025

How to Email Your Professor When You Miss Class: A Student Communication Checklist E285

Hey EduMagicians! In this episode, we’re diving into a must-know skill for every college student: how to professionally email your professor when you miss class, whether it’s your first absence or your third, and how you comm...

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Aug. 14, 2025

Building Your Teacher Identity: A Guide for New Education Majors E284

Welcome to EduMagic, where future teachers grow, reflect, and shine! If you're a new education major, you're probably asking yourself: What kind of teacher do I want to be? That question is at the heart of today’s topic: buil...

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July 9, 2025

How to Build a Support Network in College: 3 Tips for Education Majors E283

Starting college as an education major? Feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to find your people? In this episode of the EDU Magic Podcast, guest host Dr. Amy Orville, professor, mom, and professional development expert, shares ...

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June 23, 2025

Secondary Education Tips for Future Teachers: Start Your Journey with Confidence E282

Are you a secondary education major getting ready for a new semester? Whether you're stepping into your first classroom observation or prepping for student teaching, this episode of the EDU Magic Podcast is packed with the in...

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June 12, 2025

5 Essential Summer Tips for Future Education Majors E281

Welcome, EdguMagicians! I’m Dr. Sam Fecich, host of the EduMagic Podcast, and I’m thrilled to kick off our new podcast series: “Welcome to Your Journey,” a guide for future teachers preparing for their first year of college. ...

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June 2, 2025

How to Use Canva AI: Design Smarter with Magic Write, Games, and More E280

In this episode, we dive into how Canva AI is revolutionizing the way educators and creators work. Learn how to use Magic Write, create interactive games, design custom flyers, and more—all with the power of AI. Whether you'r...

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May 24, 2025

A New Graduate’s Guide to Adulting: 3 Graduation Tips E270

Congratulations, graduate! You’ve survived the lesson plans, late nights, and student teaching. You crossed the stage at graduation, now what? Whether you’ve landed your first teaching job or are still searching, this episode...

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