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In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff sits down with Tom Mullany to discuss how Tech Coaches can use Google Sites to create great looking websites. For the last 4 years, Google Sites have been transforming the way that digital lessons are presented in classrooms and along with Google Classroom making up a 21st Century digital learning environment.   This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland (http://cu-portland.edu/letsconquer) In this episode, we discuss: Tech Coach Mastermind Join the Tech Coach Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Payment Discounts2 Month Promo Code: 50 6 Month Promo Code: 100 12 Month Promo Code: 150 Website www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind (htt

Are you a Technology Coach working on extensive summertime professional development for teachers who don't want to attend your sessions and if they do, aren't fully involved in the activities? In this episode of Ask the Tech Coach, we share our tips and tricks for creating a culture for summertime digital learning. This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland (http://cu-portland.edu/letsconquer) Tech Coach Mastermind Join the Tech Coach Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Payment Discounts2 Month Promo Code: 50 6 Month Promo Code: 100 12 Month Promo Code: 150 Website www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) Build Your EDU Brand Online CourseFREE Email CourseSelecting Your Avatar Content Creation Tips & Tricks W

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff welcomes Claudio Zavala Jr on the show to discuss 5 Things a Tech Coach can do to develop their own personalized professional development strategy. This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland (http://cu-portland.edu/letsconquer) In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week ISTE 2019: Tech Coach Workshop Saturday, June 23: [12:30]3 – Hour Hands-On Workshop A chance to meet other Tech Coaches How to start the year off as a new tech coach How to build relationships with your teachers and administrators How to build an EdTech Integration Plan for your school district Where to find support and resources during the school year Discount on the 2019 Tech Coach Mastermind Program Tech Coach MastermindJoin the Tech Coach Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month 1:1 Coachings

In this episode of “ Susan Vincentz (https://twitter.com/sv314dws) onto the podcast to discuss the importance of helping both teachers and students leave the school district.  This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland (http://cu-portland.edu/letsconquer) In this episode, we discuss: ISTE Tech Coach Workshop Saturday June 22 Tech Coach Guide To Creating A Professional Development ProgramNew Tech Coaches EdTech Integration Roadmap How To Support Each Other Free Giveaways! Build Your EDU Brand Online Course FREE Email Course (http://www.teachercast.net/BuildYourEDUBrandOnlineCourse) Selecting Your Avatar Content Creation Tips & Tricks Website Strategy SEO How to build a newsletter And more … Do You Have a Question For Us? www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail (http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach (http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach) Email: feedback@teachercast.net (mailto:feedback@teachercast.net) Helping Students and Teachers Leave The S

In this episode of “ Susan Vincentz (https://twitter.com/sv314dws) onto the podcast to discuss 7 ways to get your Google Drive organized as Tech Coaches. For many Tech Coaches, digital organization is a daily habit, but at the end of the year, it can be difficult to keep everything where you need it to be. This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland (http://cu-portland.edu/letsconquer) In this episode, we discuss: ISTE Tech Coach Workshop Saturday, June 22 Tech Coach Guide To Creating A Professional Development ProgramNew Tech Coaches EdTech Integration Roadmap How To Support Each Other Free Giveaways! Build Your EDU Brand Online Course FREE Email Course (http://www.teachercast.net/BuildYourEDUBrandOnlineCourse) Selecting Your Avatar Content Creation Tips & Tricks Website Strategy SEO How to build a newsletter And more … Do You Have a Question For Us? www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail (http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach (http://twitter.com/

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff welcomes Dr. Sam Patterson and Joe Benvenga onto the podcast to discuss how Tech Coaches can help not only support technology integration but foster a culture of classroom innovation in the process. This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland (http://cu-portland.edu/letsconquer) In this episode, we discuss: Build Your EDU Brand Online Course FREE Email Course (http://www.teachercast.net/BuildYourEDUBrandOnlineCourse) Selecting Your Avatar Content Creation Tips & Tricks Website Strategy SEO How to build a newsletter And more … Do You Have a Question For Us? www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail (http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach (http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach) Email: feedback@teachercast.net (mailto:feedback@teachercast.net) How To Inspire Innovation in the Classroom What is our first job in the classroom as Tech Coaches? How do we def

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff and Nick take a look at some of the Do's and Don'ts of being a Tech Coach. For many of us, we are seen as a content specialist who helps teachers in their classrooms but often, we are asked to perform tasks that are more appropriate for the IT department.  What do you do? Do you have any thoughts on this topic? We would love to have you share your thoughts on this subject. Please reach out to us on Twitter @AskTheTechCoach (http://www.twitter.com/askthetechcoach) today! This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland (http://cu-portland.edu/letsconquer) In this episode, we discuss: Build Your EDU Brand Online Course FREE Email Course (http://www.teachercast.net/BuildYourEDUBrandOnlineCourse) Selecting Your Avatar Content Creation Tips & Tricks Website Strategy SEO How to build a newsletter And more … Do You Have a Question For Us? www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceM

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff and Nick discuss 10 Tips and Tricks for running Lunch and Learns in our schools. This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland (http://cu-portland.edu/letsconquer) In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week People reached out about us sharing examples of crib sheets. Appreciated the nuanced approach to how we put ours together. A nice way that encapsulates the extra resources for teachers so they can rehash and learn on their own time. Build Your EDU Brand Online Course FREE Email Course (http://www.teachercast.net/BuildYourEDUBrandOnlineCourse) Selecting Your Avatar Content Creation Tips & Tricks Website Strategy SEO How to build a newsletter And more … Do You Have a Question For Us? www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail (http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach (http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach) Email: feedback@teachercast.net (ma

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff and Nick discuss the reasons why your Tech Coaches should be creating EdTech Cheat Sheets and Templates for their teachers. Today's episode is brought to you by  Concordia University-Portland (http://cu-portland.edu/letsconquer) In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week What do you do after the PD Day? How do you expand 1 topic to become a month of learning Build Your EDU Brand Online Course (sign up below) FREE Email CourseSelecting Your Avatar Content Creation Tips & Tricks Website Strategy SEO How to build a newsletter And more … Do You Have a Question For Us? www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail (http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach (http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach) Email: feedback@teachercast.net (mailto:feedback@teachercast.net) How To Create Crib Sheets & Templates Your Teachers Want To Use What is a Crib Sheet?Tips and tric

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff and Nick take a look at the important period of time that happens after a major PD Session and discuss several things that a Tech Coach can do to engage their teachers both in large, medium, and small group settings. In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week Standards-Based Activities (https://www.teachercast.net/attc-ep44-5-ways-to-approach-a-standards-based-mindset/) Tech Coach Mastermind Join the Tech Coach Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Payment Discounts2 Month Promo Code: 50 6 Month Promo Code: 100 12 Month Promo Code: 150 Website www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) Do You Have a Question For Us?

In this episode of “ Standards-based mindset (https://www.schoology.com/blog/5-ways-approach-standards-based-mindset-schoology) . What is Standards-based Grading?Standards-Based Grading measures a student’s mastery of grade-level standards by prioritizing the most recent, consistent level of performance. The learning targets are aligned with the standards and students are offered multiple ways to demonstrate understanding and proficiency. As this goes own, students monitor their own progress toward hitting these targets and teacher feedback is given consistently to help build motivation and progress. Everything You Need to Know About Standards-Based Grading (https://edulastic.com/blog/standards-based-grading/) Seven Reasons for Standards-Based Grading (http://www.ascd.org/publications/educational_leadership/oct08/vol66/num02/Seven_Reasons_for_Standards-Based_Grading.aspx) This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland (http://cu-portland.edu/letsconquer) In this episode, we discuss: Ref

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff and Nick sit down with Michael Cohen, Matt Miller, and Chris Aviles to discuss their top branding strategies for educators. This podcast is sponsored by Concordia University – Portland (http://cu-portland.edu/letsconquer) In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week Tech Coach Mastermind Join the Tech Coach Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Payment Discounts2 Month Promo Code: 50 6 Month Promo Code: 100 12 Month Promo Code: 150 Website www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) Do You Have a Question For Us? www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail (http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach (http://t

In this episode of “ In part 1 (https://www.teachercast.net/attc-ep41-building-your-tech-coach-brand-part-1/) , we discussed how to create a professional website and match it with your social media to get noticed online. In this episode, we take a look at some of the things a Tech Coach, or future Tech Coach, can do at home, or at conferences to get noticed to find their next Tech Coach position. In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week’s EpisodeBuilding a Brand to become a Tech Coach Building your brand while working as a Tech Coach Tech Coach MastermindJoin the Tech Coach Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Payment Discounts2 Month Promo Code: TECHCOACH50 6 Month Promo Code: TECHCOACH100 12 Month Promo Code: TECHCOACH150 Website www.TeacherCast.n

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff and Nick discuss 3 important components that make up your Tech Coach Brand. If you are looking to jump into the world of educational presentations or want to write your first book, it's important to have a noticeable identity that people can remember you by.  Today's episode is brought to you by Concordia University-Portland (http://CU-Portland.edu/letsconquer) In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week’s Episode Google vs Microsoft What happens if your district uses both? Tech Coach Mastermind Join the Tech Coach Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Payment Discounts2 Month Promo Code: TECHCOACH50 6 Month Promo Code: TECHCOACH100 12

In this episode of “ Microsoft Teams (https://www.teachercast.net/tcp184-microsoft-teams-flipgrid-podcast/)  and Microsoft OneNote as professional development tools in their classroom. If you are looking for more information on how to incorporate Microsoft Applications in your school district, please visit our  Microsoft EDU blog posts and podcasts today! (http://teachercast.net/microsoftedu) Tech Coach MastermindJoin the Tech Coach Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Payment Discounts2 Month Promo Code: 50 6 Month Promo Code: 100 12 Month Promo Code: 150 Website www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) Do You Have a Question For Us? www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail (http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: @AskTheTec

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff welcomes Tech Coaches Susan Vincentz and Claudio Zavala Jr to discuss the role of the Tech Coach at professional development conferences, the creation and impimention of online learning modules, and our favorite Chrome Extensions. In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week Tech Coach Mastermind Join the Tech Coach Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Payment Discounts2 Month Promo Code: 50 6 Month Promo Code: 100 12 Month Promo Code: 150 Website www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) (https://www.teachercast.net/mastermind) Do You Have a Question For Us? www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail (http://www.teachercast.net

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff and Nick discuss several things a Tech Coach should do when creating online courses and self-paced learning modules. In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week's Episode Tech Coach Mastermind Join the Tech Coach Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month 1:1 Coachings with Jeff and Nick Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Payment Discounts2 Month Promo Code: 50 6 Month Promo Code: 100 12 Month Promo Code: 150 Website www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) Do You Have a Question For Us? www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail (http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: @AskTheTechCoach (http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach) Email: feedback@teachercast.net (mailto:feedback@teachercast.net)

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff and Nick discuss their favorite Chrome Extensions that every Tech Coach should have in their back pocket when working with teachers. In this episode, we discuss: Reflections and reactions to last week's episodeHow do you plan for attending mega-conferences such as FETC and ISTE? How do you plan your presentations differently when doing large conferences vs smaller ones? Mastermind Sign Up Today (http://teachercast.net/askthetechcoachmastermind) to get on the list and be notified when it launches! $50 off using the coupon “TC50” Membership in an exclusive team of Tech Coaches Peer to Peer Mentoring 2 Monthly Video Collaboration Meetings 8 Week Online Course on Learning Management Systems Mastermind Exclusive FREE Lesson Plans to share with your teachers Mastermind Exclusive FREE Templates to share with your teachers A Positive and Friendly learning environment to help you grow your program A

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff and Nick look back on a fantastic trip to the FETC Conference. Later in the episode, we sit down for a conversation with Sam Brooks and Lance Key to discuss how their school district is personalizing learning in their school district. In this episode, we discuss: Reflections and reactions to FETC Jeff’s Experiences Sunday Podcasting Workshop Meeting Great EdTech Companies Interacting with other Tech Coaches Meeting other Podcasters Nick’s Experiences Hall Davidson AR/VR Workshop Presenting at Schoology Booth Hanging with other NJ educators/tech coaches (https://www.teachercast.net/mastermind) Tech Coach Question Where do I go to learn about the new technologies available to my teachers?Twitter Company Websites Company YouTube Channel #ETCoaches / #TechCoachLife Tech Coach Mastermind Join the Tech Coach Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) and learn how to help yo

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff and Nick welcome Educoach cofounder Shira Leibowitz and Tech Coach Kitty Tripp onto the podcast to help us learn how to create a culture of professional learning in our school districts. In this episode, we discuss: Reflections and Reactions Coppa/Ferpa Presentation for Mastermind Members www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) $50 off = “TC50” $100 off 6 mo or 12 mo plans = “100” (www.teachercast.net/mastermind) Creating a Culture of Change in your School District How do you help create and shape a culture when you are not in a position of power?Yes! This is where most of us are and even when I was a director, I still had do several things to create and shape culture. Be vulnerable as a learner. Grab fellow enthusiast and jump into the unknown. Focus on how you can be a creator and promote “creation” based learning as opposed to the consumer focus. Be a consisten