Episodes

In Chapter 10 of The Broken Teacher, I reflect on what lead me to become a cheerleader for others and the unfortunate trap we fall into by comparing ourselves to others. A short, but emotional chapter. Thank you for listening. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/support

In chapter 9, I narrate how Professional Development can be such a transformational piece, that doesn't have to be kept to yourself. However, many get stuck in their old ways and don't see the point of PD. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/support

As I narrate Chapter 8: Welcome to a Good Year Again, I reflect on the 2018-2019 School Year. As while many tragedies faced me personally. These same tragedies helped to shape my classroom and students to be better people and create a great rapport as we moved toward PBL and Blended Learning. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/support

In Chapter 7, I talk about my last days at Jackson Charter School and the very difficult year that 2017 was. Leading up to taking my position as a high school Business and Technology Teacher at Stillman Valley High School. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/support

In Chapter 6 of The Broken Teacher, I talk about my last days at CLS after three and a half years as their Technology Facilitator and my two years at Jackson Charter School. Going from one side of town to as I put it in the chapter "The Other Side of the Tracks". While a major shift in my life from the fall of 2015 to the start of summer in 2017. I look back now on a wonderful stint and what lead to me want to be an Instructional Coach. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.c...

In the fifth chapter of The Broken Teacher, I travel back to the summer of 2015 where I had hit such a high point in my career. Only to have it taken away as I returned to school as the new fall school year was about to start. Please check out my previous blog on all the educators over at the Mobile Learning Experience and be sure to check out Tony Vincent's Shapegrams for incredible learning. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/message Support t...

In Chapter 4 of the Broken Teacher, I talk about my early days as a technology facilitator and where I had to find creativity both from my own experiences and from others. Which lead to 2014 when I discovered Teach like a Pirate by Dave Burgess and how it respired my "unconditional passion" in teaching. You can also check out the other educators I mentioned in this chapter below. Craig Bandura George Couros Dee Lainer Shake UP Learning Greg Kulowiec --- Send in a voice message: https://podcas...

In this brief chapter, I narrate what lead me to leave my graduate position to become the Technology Facilitator of Christian Life Schools in the Summer of 2012 and having to face being an "adult" trying to find a home for my family. You can also learn about NIU STEM Read I talk about in the chapter on their website and podcast here. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelcla...

I narrate Chapter 2 of the Broken Teacher, Climbing up from Brokenness. In this audio episode, I journey back to the the dark days of 2010-2011 and how I climbed up from having my world torn down. For those wanting to check out the blog I mentioned in this chapter, please head over to https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e266/ and you can learn about Skitch over at Evernote.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/message Support this podcast: https://...

I kick off 2021 with the audio version of my book, The Broken Teacher that I wrote during 2020. In these introduction chapters, I narrate what lead me to education from being unemployed, stressed and what lead me to better days. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/support

In this byte size episode, I talk about what you should try for the new year. I talk about various tools you should try in your classroom for the new year. Several book suggestions and just going out and trying something you have never tried before for your classroom or yourself. Book Suggestions Blended Learning with Google The Road to Awesome Fired up Leadership Unlocking Unlimited Potential --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/message Support ...

In Episode 38 for December 2020. Today on the Pixel Classroom Podcast, I have a great guest today. He is a Google Innovator and Trainer, speaker, WeVideo Ambassador, bi-lingua teacher, and Co-Founder of GlobalGEG I would like to welcome Luis Pertuz to the Pixel Classroom Podcast. Links and resources for discussion Certifiedinnovators.com Globalgeg.org youtube.com/globalgeg --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/message Support this podcast: https:/...

The energetic educator and learner, Dee Lanier with over a decade of instructional experience on the K-12 and collegiate level guest stars on the Pixel Classroom Podcast. An award winning presenter, TEDx Speaker, Google Certified Trainer, Google Innovator, and Google Certified Coach that specializes in creative applications for mobile devices and Chromebooks, low-cost makerspaces, and gamified learning experiences. Dee talks about student creation, problem solving thinking with students, his jo...

In this reflective episode, I look back at the past eight years of working towards my doctorate and at the hardships I have had to endure, leading up to the question. Who is in your Corner? Who is always there cheering you on, willing to listen and encourage you through these times or any times. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/support

In this short podcast, I talk about what you should check out and get for your classroom or school district for 2021. I talk about the Cricut Air and related Cricut items. The Complete Edtech Coach by Adam Juarez and Katherine Goyette and a list of Podcasts you should subscribe to. Podcasts The Adam Welcome Podcast K12 Art Chat The Staff Room Podcast The STEM Everyday Podcast Coffee with Kenobi The Lasting Learning Podcast The Innovator's Mindset The Way I heard It with Mike Rowe The New EDU S...

Welcome to Episode 34 for November 2020. Today on the Pixel Classroom Podcast, I have a special guest today, she is a writer, a teacher, an instructional coach and currently serves as the SpEd Director for Jackson Charter School in Rockford, Illinois. Emily discusses her history in education. Why having a relationship with students and building a classroom culture is extremely important during these times. We also discuss the use of technology in the classroom, evaluations and the importance of ...

In this episode, I talk about Burnout, when it happens to us no matter what career we have chosen. How it happens to everyone, how are ways to find the positives to re-inspire you because burnout can happen at anytime and any point in your life no matter if it's a part time job or a career you have spent over twenty years in. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/s...

I am joined by the amazing Amanda Fox for this episode of the Pixel Classroom Podcast. The two of us talk about student rapport, engagement, using pop culture to create a culture in the classroom. Amanda also shares out her history and use of AR/VR, literature and film in the middle school level and having an over all great time teaching. You can learn more about her books and lessons at Teachingland and on her social media here. This was an amazing and fun episode and look for more to come. -...

Based off of my blog from May 2020, this brief bonus episode of the Pixel Classroom Podcast is about remaining kind and knowing that your words do make an impact matter how you say them. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pixelclassroom/support

Jesse Lubinsky guest starts on this episode of the Pixel Classroom. We talk about the difference between gamfication and gaming. Talk about how eSports has really began to become an amazing part of not only education, but in the world, especially during COVID-19. We also geek out over comic book (mostly Marvel Comics) during the podcast. If you like to know more please check out his links and for more on Sticker Mule click here. Reality Bytes: Innovative Learning Using Augmented & Virtual Realit...

In the 28th episode, Elementary and STEAM educator, Jesus Huerta joins us. We talk about, 3D printing, engineering, his history in education and STEAM curriculum in elementary school. A bit of video game knowledge (Ok, Pyscho Fox, but it was great), student engagement and how he brought 3D printers to EVERYONE of his students during remote learning. You can contact Jesus on Instagram and Twitter at @jesush1979 or if you have question on starting 3D printing and STEAM curriculum at your school by...

The second season begins of the Pixel Classroom Podcast. I look back at the spring and summer of 2020. What the new school year currently looks for me. Also, looking ahead for what is coming up for the podcast and saying that you can't wait around for something to happen. Sometimes you have to go out and get it. You can also check out my district's new podcast, here and my donor's choose page here. Thanks for listening and supporting the podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters...