Teachers on Fire

March 24, 2021

Teacher Wellness and Self-Care: How to Avoid Burnout and Rekindle Your Fire

Author, Burnout, Self-Care, Wellness

Authors, Burnout, Self-Care, Wellness
Is self-care possible during a pandemic? Can we actually do better than aim for survival? In this edition of the Roundtable, Tim Cavey hosts a rich conversation around teacher wellness and self-care. Guests included Lindsay Titus, Dan Tricarico, and Dori Katsionis.

Questions That Guided Our Conversation
- 14:50 – What are some practical self-care strategies that you can share for that teacher who has zero margin and feels close to burnout?
- 15:19 – Dan Tricarico recommends the 5 Ss: Stillness, Silence, Space, Subtraction, and Slowing Down. These are always free and always available!
- 17:04 – Lindsay Titus talks about the mindset of self-care: it’s about defining what it looks like for YOU, your needs, and your identity. Lindsay points to the 4 As: Awareness (of self, environment), Acceptance (of where I’m at), Acknowledgment, and Action (move toward alignment).
- 24:01 – Dori Katsionis points toward the 3 Ms: Movement, Mindset, and Meditation. Getting outside is huge.
- 29:26 – Every yes requires a no. What are some things that pandemic educators can be saying NO to right now?
- 42:30 – Who are the voices and influences that inspire you in the areas of teacher wellness and self-care?
- 51:39 – What are the projects you are passionate about right now? How can we connect with you?
Connect with These Inspiring Educators on Instagram
- 🔥 Lindsay Titus @Lindsay.Titus28
- 🔥 Dan Tricarico @ZenTeacher
- 🔥 Dori Katsionis @The_Balanced_Teacher
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February 26, 2021

Digital Art Workshop and Demo Slam: Spark, Canva, WeVideo, and More

Adobe Spark, Adobe Suite, Canva, Demo Slam, Google Slides, Screencastify, WeVideo

Adobe Spark, Adobe Suite, Canva, Demo Slam, Google Slides, Screencastify, WeVideo
Join host Tim Cavey and guests Jen Leban, Erika Sandstrom, and Bryon Carpenter for the first edition of the Digital Art Workshop + Demo Slam, episodes that will demonstrate some of the creative possibilities in digital art tools for learners of all ages.

In This Episode
- 4:18 – What is Adobe Spark? How to create images of different kinds
- 12:34 – How to remove background from images in Adobe Spark
- 16:04 – How to change icon colors to match graphics in Adobe Spark
- 18:06 – Learn from Claudio Zavala Jr.’s YouTube channel!
- 23:15 – How to make fun teacher reaction GIFs using WeVideo and UnScreen (Jen Leban)
- 25:39 – How to use the Screencastify zoom tool to highlight a particular part of your screen
- 26:48 – How to use Google Slides and Screencastify to make a fun teacher reaction GIF
- 29:13 – How to use the Creator Studio Add-on within Google Slides to make GIFs
- 32:23 – Jen Leban shows us the illustrations in her book that she drew with ProCreate
- 34:55 – Erika Sandstrom shows us her breathing bubbles on Twitter
- 35:52 – How to make animated breathing bubbles in Google Slides
- 40:49 – How to use Canva to create breathing bubble animations
- 50:39 – How to create animated breathing bubbles using Chroma Key in WeVideo
- 54:28 – How to create simple animations in WeVideo
- 1:06:08 – How to connect with Bryon Carpenter, Jen Leban, and Erika Sandstrom
Connect with These Creative Educators on Twitter
- 🔥 Jennifer Leban @MrsLeban
- 🔥 Erika Sandstrom @GreenScreenGal
- 🔥 Bryon Carpenter @BryonCar
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February 20, 2021

ReClipped Chrome Extension and Chromebook Screen Recording

Chromebook Classroom, Chromebooks, EdTech, Google Classroom, Google for EDU, Google Meet

Chrome Extensions, Chromebook Classroom, Chromebooks, EdTech, Google Classroom, Google for EDU, Google Meet
Are you a Google educator? Do you learn and teach with Chromebooks or in a Google-based school?

Join host Tim Cavey and John Sowash from the Chromebook Classroom for the first edition of the Chromebook Classroom update, a monthly episode that explores the latest developments in the world of Google Chromebooks, Classroom, Chrome extensions, and cloud-based apps for learning.

In This Episode
- 4:09 – Google Meet is introducing the ability to add custom backgrounds.
- 6:53 – Native screen and video capturing is coming to Chromebooks soon!
- 13:36 – How to integrate YouTube clips with learning activities in Google Slides.
- 16:01 – How to use format options in Google Slides to define the start and end points for YouTube clips.
- 20:19 – How to use the ReClipped Chrome Extension to add notes and timestamps to YouTube clips that you don’t own.
- 28:09 – One by Wacom is the first Chromebook-compatible drawing tablet
Learn More from John Sowash
- 🔥 On Facebook @ChromebookClassroom
- 🔥 On YouTube @JRSowash
- 🔥 On Instagram @JRSowash
- 🔥 On Twitter @JRSowash
- 🔥 The Book: The Chromebook Classroom: How to deploy, manage and use Chromebooks in the K-12 classroom
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February 13, 2021

EDU Podcaster Summit: Barbara Bray, Lainie Rowell, and Dr. Wesley Fryer

Author, Content Creation, EDU Podcaster Summits, Edupodcasters, Podcasters

Author, Content Creation, EDU Podcaster Summits, Edupodcasters, Podcasters
In this edition of the EDU Podcaster Summit, Tim Cavey hosts a conversation with three educational podcasters to learn more about their podcast, including their format, mission, best practices, and next pieces of content. Guests included Dr. Wesley Fryer (from The EdTech Situation Room), Barbara Bray (from Rethinking Learning), and Lainie Rowell (from Lemonade Learning).

Questions That Guided Our Conversation
- 0:47 – Who is Lainie Rowell, what is her context in education, and what is the name of her podcast?
- 2:01 – Who is Dr. Wesley Fryer, what is his context in education, and what is the name of his podcast?
- 3:03 – Who is Barbara Bray, what is her context in education, and what is the name of her podcast?
- 3:58 – What kinds of content do you publish on your podcast? Do you focus on monologues, 1:1 interviews, or multi-guest conversations like this one?
- 8:56 – What is the theme or area of focus on your podcast?
- 15:51 – How does the podcast make you a better educator?
- 24:51 – On the practical or technical side, what is one piece of equipment or podcasting gear that you would like to add next to improve your content?
- 28:02 – How do the Headliner AutoVideos work?
- 29:11 – How do the handheld Zoom recorders work?
- 37:01 – What have you got cooking? Tell us about your next episode or piece of podcast content.
- 45:50 – How can we connect with Lainie Rowell and the Lemonade Learning podcast?
- 46:33 – How can we connect with Dr. Wesley Fryer and the EdTech Situation Room podcast?
- 47:42 – How can we connect with Barbara Bray and the Rethinking Learning podcast?
Connect with These Educational Podcasters on Twitter
- 🔥 Lainie Rowell from Lemonade Learning @LainieRowell
- 🔥 Dr. Wesley Fryer from the EdTech Situation Room @WFryer
- 🔥 Barbara Bray from Rethinking Learning @BBray27
Visit These Educational Podcast Websites to Learn More
- Lemonade Learning by Lainie Rowell and Brianna Hodges
- EdTech Situation Room by Dr. Wesley Fryer and Jason Neiffer
- Rethinking Learning by Barbara Bray
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January 31, 2021

Instructional Coaching: Why, Wins, Challenges, and Best Strategies for Implementation

Coaching, Instructional Coaches, Pro D, Professional Development

Coaching, Instructional Coaching, Professional Development
In this edition of the Roundtable, Tim Cavey hosts a rich discussion of instructional coaching in the classroom: why, wins, challenges, and strategies for implementation. Guests included Victoria Thompson, Darryl Deboer, Dr. Dan Kreiness, Kathy Perret, and Dr. Rachel Johnson.

Questions That Guided Our Conversation
- 1:00 – Who are you, and what does your current coaching context look like?
- 13:23 – Why should schools and districts invest in instructional coaching?
- 20:35 – What are some of the biggest wins you’ve seen for teachers and learners that have come as a result of coaching work? Have you got a story to share?
- 30:12 – In your mind, what are the most difficult challenges in this space? What can coaches do proactively to solve them?
- 42:04 – What advice would you offer to a school or district looking to build a coaching program?
- 54:16 – Who are the authors or voices that you’ve learned from in the coaching space?
- 59:03 – How can we connect and keep learning with you?
Connect with These Instructional Coaches, Leaders, and Mentors on Twitter
- 🔥 Kathy Perret @KathyPerret
- 🔥 Darryl Deboer @DarrylDeboer
- 🔥 Dr. Rachel R. Johnson @Dr_R_Johnson
- 🔥 Victoria Thompson @VictoriaTheTech
- 🔥 Dr. Dan Kreiness @dkreiness
Instructional Coaching Resources Recommended by the Panelists
- Google for Education Certified Coach Program
- #GoogleEC Open Chat (link directs to a Google Site hosted by GEG Global)
- Courageous Edventures: Navigating Obstacles to Discover Classroom Innovation by Jennie Magiera
- The #EDUcoach chat on Twitter Wednesday at 8:00 pm Central. Archives can be explored here.
- Several amazing coaching books by Jim Knight (link directs to his books on Amazon)
- Coaching Redefined: A Guide to Leading Meaningful Instructional Growth by Sherry St. Clair
- The EduCoach Survival Guide by Lindsay Deacon, Angela Scotto Harkness
- A Quick Guide to Video Coaching by Dr. Casey Kosiorek, Jim Thompson
- Literacy Coaching: Transforming Teaching and Learning with Digital Tools and Technology by Stephanie Affinito
- The International Institute for Restorative Practices (IIRP) Graduate School
- Student-Centered Coaching: The Moves by Diane Sweeney, Leanna S. Harris
- The Art of Coaching: Effective Strategies for School Transformation by Elena Aguila
- Instructional Coaching: A Partnership Approach to Improving Instruction by Jim Knight
- The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever by Michael Bungay Stanier
- The Coach Approach to School Leadership: Leading Teachers to Higher Levels of Effectiveness by Jessica Johnson (Author), Shira Leibowitz (Author), Kathy Perrett (Author)
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Teacher Wellness and Self-Care: How to Avoid Burnout and Rekindle Your Fire

Questions That Guided Our Conversation

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Digital Art Workshop and Demo Slam: Spark, Canva, WeVideo, and More

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ReClipped Chrome Extension and Chromebook Screen Recording

In This Episode

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EDU Podcaster Summit: Barbara Bray, Lainie Rowell, and Dr. Wesley Fryer

Questions That Guided Our Conversation

Connect with These Educational Podcasters on Twitter

Visit These Educational Podcast Websites to Learn More

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Instructional Coaching: Why, Wins, Challenges, and Best Strategies for Implementation

Questions That Guided Our Conversation

Connect with These Instructional Coaches, Leaders, and Mentors on Twitter

Instructional Coaching Resources Recommended by the Panelists

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