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December 19, 2020

EdTech Podcasters Shout Out the Best Tools of 2020

EdTech, Edupodcasters, Podcasters

EdTech, Edupodcasters, Podcasters
In this edition of the Roundtable, host Tim Cavey connects with six inspiring educational technology podcasters to discuss the best learning apps and tools of 2020. In this year of unprecedented challenges, which companies and innovators stepped up to support learning?

Questions That Guided Our Discussion
- 1:21 – Who are you and what is your current context in education? Tell us about your podcast.
- 7:23 – This year forced educators to pivot our practice more dramatically than ever before. What was one edtech tool that impressed you in terms of how it supported learning?
- 20:17 – What do you think is the single most underrated edtech tool right now? Explain why.
- 33:02 – What is one piece of technology that you’re hoping to learn more about in 2021?
- 42:36 – What have you got coming up next on your podcast?
- 51:17 – How can we connect with you?
Learning Tools That Stepped Up to Support Learning in 2020
- Scott Nunes: Google Slides + MS PowerPoint
- Chris Nesi: Brightful Meeting Games
- Jake Miller: PearDeck
- Gabriel Carillo: Flipgrid + Nearpod
- Eric Guise: Mote
- Alfonso Mendoza: Kami
Panelists Pick the Most Underrated Tools of 2020
- Alfonso Mendoza: IORad
- Scott Nunes: Phrase Express
- Chris Nesi: Loom
- Jake Miller: Book Creator
- Gabriel Carillo: Canva
- Alfonso Mendoza: WeVideo
Follow These Educational Technology Podcasters on Twitter
- 🔥 Eric Guise @WeGotTechEd
- 🔥 Chris Nesi @HouseOfEdTech
- 🔥 Gabriel Carillo @EdTechBites
- 🔥 Scott Nunes @TNTEdTech
- 🔥 Alfonso Mendoza @MyEdTechLife
- 🔥 Jake Miller @JakeMillerTech
Listen to the EdTech Podcasts Hosted by the Panelists
- GotTeched (Eric Guise + Nick Anderson)
- House of EdTech (Chris Nesi)
- EdTech Bites (Gabriel Carillo)
- TNT EdTech (Scott Nunes + Matthew Ketchum)
- My EdTech Life (Alfonso Mendoza)
- Edu Duct Tape (Jake Miller)
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December 12, 2020

School Leaders Reflect on Wins and Challenges from 2020

Administration, Principals, Roundtable

Administration, Assistant Principals, Principals, Roundtable
In this edition of the Roundtable, host Tim Cavey connects with six inspiring education leaders to discuss the wins and challenges of 2020. After this historic year, what can we dare to hope and dream for 2021?

Questions That Guided Our Discussion
- 1:02 – Who are you and what does your learning community look like right now? Tell us about your context.
- 10:27 – As you look back on the last 4-5 months of learning, what is one specific win from your community that you can celebrate?
- 24:05 – What is one pain point that you are still wrestling with? What is one question you are seeking answers to?
- 39:52 – What is a goal or dream that you have for your learning community in 2021?
- 45:55 – Whose voice is inspiring you right now? Share about one author or education leader that you are grateful for.
- 53:46 – How can we connect with you and join you on your learning journey?
Follow These Education Leaders on Twitter
- 🔥 Greg Moffitt @Greg_Moffitt
- 🔥 Michelle Minotti @MinottiZ3
- 🔥 AJ Bianco @AJBianco
- 🔥 Dr. Basil Marin @Basil_Marin
- 🔥 Latrese Younger @LatreseYounger
- 🔥 Tara Desiderio @Tara_Desiderio
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As of this post, I’m still appearing weekly on YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time/11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. I’d love to see you join us and would be happy to feature your questions and comments on the show!

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- On Twitter @TeachersOnFire
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- On Facebook @TeachersOnFire
- On LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/TimWCavey
- On Medium on The Teachers on Fire Magazine
- On YouTube @TeachersOnFire
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December 5, 2020

Teacher Fitness: Why Is It Important and How Can We Make It Happen?

Fitness, Health, Roundtable, Running, Self-Care

Fitness, Health, Roundtable, Running, Self-Care
In this edition of the Roundtable, host Tim Cavey connects with seven uplifting educators to discuss the WHYs and HOWs of educator fitness. With everything we have going against us right now, is fitness actually important? How can we make it a part of our daily practice?

Questions That Guided Our Discussion
- 1:17 – Who are you and what is your current context in education?
- 13:30 – Give us a quick snapshot of your journey with health and wellness. How has fitness positively impacted your personal and professional life?
- 29:49 – As we head into the heart of winter still in the grips of a pandemic, why should fitness be a priority? Is it even possible right now?
- 35:18 – Speak to that educator who feels exhausted, burning out, and discouraged. What are some simple strategies for that educator to start to improve their fitness and wellness?
- 54:02 – Who are the voices and resources that inspire you in the fitness space?
- 55:34 – How can we connect with you?
Follow These Amazing Panelists on Twitter
- 🔥 Allison Carmichael @Second2Arrow
- 🔥 Chey Cheney @MrCCheney
- 🔥 Lisa Toebben @Teach_n_Boots
- 🔥 Mark Ryan @RunEducator
- 🔥 Nick Mann @TeacherFit_
- 🔥 Pav Wander @PavWander
- 🔥 Tara Martin @TaraMartinEDU
Catch the Next Teachers on Fire Roundtable LIVE

As of this post, I’m still appearing weekly on YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time/11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. I’d love to see you join us and would be happy to feature your questions and comments on the show!

Connect with the Teachers on Fire Podcast on Social Media
- On Twitter @TeachersOnFire
- On Instagram @TeachersOnFire
- On Facebook @TeachersOnFire
- On LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/TimWCavey
- On Medium on The Teachers on Fire Magazine
- On YouTube @TeachersOnFire
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December 4, 2020

Educational Podcasters Look Back on 2020

Content Creation, Edupodcasters, Podcasters

Content Creation, Edupodcasters, Podcasters
Each month, I connect with other education podcasters in a mastermind group of sorts. We compare notes, talk about our work, share best practices, and wrestle with current challenges.

On the agenda for this month’s conversation: highlights and lessons learned from 2020. In terms of podcasting, what were the highs and lows? Where do we go from here?

Questions That Guided Our Discussion
- 1:10 – Who are you and what is the name of your educational podcast?
- 2:13 – What is one thing that you are celebrating about your podcast in 2020?
- 15:24 – What did you learn about your podcast (or podcasting in general) in 2020?
- 22:36 – What is one goal that you have for your podcast (or podcasts) in 2021?
- 37:12 – What is the next piece of content that you plan to publish?
- 45:51 – How can we connect with you? Where can we see and hear your content?
Meet the Edupodcaster Panelists and Visit Their Podcast Websites
- AJ Bianco from Podcast PD @AJBianco
- Chris Nesi from the House of EdTech podcast @HouseofEdTech
- Dr. Dan Kreiness from the Leader of Learning podcast @dr_kreiness
- Eric Guise from the GotTeched podcast @GuiseGotTechEd
- Jeff Bradbury from TeacherCast @TeacherCast
- John Sowash from the Chromebook Classroom Podcast @JRSowash
Connect with the Teachers on Fire Podcast on Social Media
- On Twitter @TeachersOnFire
- On Instagram @TeachersOnFire
- On Facebook @TeachersOnFire
- On LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/TimWCavey
- On Medium on The Teachers on Fire Magazine
- On YouTube @TeachersOnFire
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November 28, 2020

The Amazing Power of Gratitude: How can it serve us as educators?

Author, Burnout, Gratitude, Roundtable, Running, SEL, Self-Care

Authors, Burnout, Gratitude, Roundtable, Running, SEL, Self-Care
In this edition of the Roundtable, host Tim Cavey connects with eight uplifting educators to discuss the incredible power of gratitude. Why is it important and how can we make it a more intentional part of our daily practice?

Questions That Guided Our Discussion
- 0:53 – Who are you and what is your current context in education?
- 7:35 – How does gratitude make a difference in your life?
- 31:09 – What are some intentional gratefulness practices that figure into your day?
- 34:57 – What is another habit of wellness and self-care that you could share?
- 51:36 – Sharing circle: what is one thing you are grateful for today? (no repeats)
- 1:00:17 – How can we connect with you? What other resources can you share?
Follow These Amazing Panelists on Twitter
- 🔥 Ashley Hardyway @ANikki33
- 🔥 Audrey Thornborrow @MsThornborrow
- 🔥 Carl Hooker @MrHooker
- 🔥 Chris Quinn @GratefulEDU64
- 🔥 Lisa Knee Gaede @ChattyGaede
- 🔥 Sarah Johnson @SarahSajohnson
- 🔥 Tamara Letter @TamaraLetter
- 🔥 William Mealey @UnProCast
Resources Shared by Our Panelists
- From Audrey Thornborrow: The OnEducation Blog
- From Carl Hooker:
  - Hooked on Innovation (website)
  - UnDisruptEd (podcast)
  - Learning Unleashed (podcast)
  - The Remote Learning Coach (course)
- From Chris Quinn: Taking Flight by Being Grounded (blog)
- From Sarah Johnson
  - The In Awe Podcast
  - Balance Like a Pirate (book)
- From Tamara Letter:
- From William Mealey: Unprofessional Development (podcast)
Catch the Next Teachers on Fire Roundtable LIVE

As of this post, I’m still appearing weekly on YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time/11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. I’d love to see you join us and would be happy to feature your questions and comments on the show!

Connect with the Teachers on Fire Podcast on Social Media
- On Twitter @TeachersOnFire
- On Instagram @TeachersOnFire
- On Facebook @TeachersOnFire
- On LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/TimWCavey
- On Medium on The Teachers on Fire Magazine
- On YouTube @TeachersOnFire
Subscribe to the Teachers on Fire Podcast on Your Mobile Device
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- On Google Podcasts
- On Anchor
- On Spotify