Ask The Tech Coach

In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff and Susan talk about evaluating tech tools, things to consider,  and working with administrators on purchasing needed technology for physical and virtual classrooms. How To Help Your District Purchase EdTech Have meaningful discussions with your administrators Discuss the Why and the How in addition to the Who What is your purpose for purchasing this? Test Drive the Free Demos Many demos are still available through June. Give them a try and see what works best for your school and teachers. Make Friends with the Companies on Social Media These relationships offer many benefits to pilot new features and in many cases discounts and benefits of their ambassador programs. Discuss training and implementation of new applications (both physically and virtually) Think about all the different ways training should take place for different learning styles and needs for the time.

In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff and Susan talk about using lessons learned from the school year to design effective summertime professional development. 3 Things School Districts Should Focus On During Summertime Professional Development Start with the Basics and Build From There What was already in place that new teachers may not have been fully aware of? What was in place that your teachers may need further clarified to better succeed? Don’t forget about your advanced users Build capacity among your advanced users. Equip them to support some of your basic users. Collaborative sharing space to contribute new ideas or innovative activities that have worked for them. Focus on the Why, When, and How … not just the WHAT What happened this year to help you guide your PD plans?  How has your PD plan changed from what you may have previously had planned? Why did these events affect your plan?   Join the Teache

In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff, Susan, take on the popular question “Which Distance Learning Service is Best?: Google Meet or Zoom. Tech Coach Mastermind Join the http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (Tech Coach Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today! 2 Mastermind group meetings each month Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Website http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind)  Do You Have a Question For Us? http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AskTheTechCoach) Email: feedback@teachercast.net  Follow our Podcast The TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network | http://www.twitter.com/teachercast (@TeacherCast) Ask the Tech Coach Podcast | http://www.twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AsktheTechCoach)

In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff, Susan, Melissa, and Kelly discuss where we are in this eLearning process and how we are encouraging teachers to plan for the possibility of being out for the remainder of the year.  Reflections from Last Week: Last we discussed how our districts and schools have fostered STEM Education during distance learning. Tech Coach Mastermind Join the http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (Tech Coach Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today! 2 Mastermind group meetings each month Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Website http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind)  Do You Have a Question For Us? http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AskTheTechCoach) Email: feedback@teachercast.ne

In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff, Susan, Thom Gibson, and Tammy Dunbar discuss various ways to keep students engaged in STEM Education during distance learning days. In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week: Last we discussed how our districts and schools have mobilized a digital/eLearning plan and gotten it off the ground in a matter of a few days. Tech Coach Mastermind Join the http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (Tech Coach Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today! 2 Mastermind group meetings each month Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Website http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind)  Do You Have a Question For Us? http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AskTheTechCoach) Email: feed

In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff, Melissa and Jon discuss how EdTech Companies are offering their applications and services free of charge to school districts to support them during Distance Learning Days. In this episode, we discuss: Tech Coach Roundtable Join the http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (Tech Coach Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today! 2 Mastermind group meetings each month Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Website http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind)  Do You Have a Question For Us? http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AskTheTechCoach) Email: feedback@teachercast.net  How Can Our Students And Teachers Take Advantage Of Free EdTech Apps During Social Learning Days?

In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff, Susan, and Melissa discuss ways tech coaches can meet the needs of teachers during digital learning days when we are not able to be face to face. How do we coach from a distance? In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week: Last we discussed how our districts and schools have mobilized a digital/eLearning plan and gotten it off the ground in a matter of a few days. Tech Coach Mastermind Join the http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (Tech Coach Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today! 2 Mastermind group meetings each month Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Website http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind)  Do You Have a Question For Us? http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.com/as

In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff, Susan, and Matt discuss they have helped districts and teachers prepare for school closures in the wake of COVID-19.  In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week: In last week’s episode we talked about the many questions surrounding distance learning including how to approach the idea as well as logistical consideration to think about surrounding teacher work hours, etc. Tech Coach Mastermind Join the http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (Tech Coach Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today! 2 Mastermind group meetings each month Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Website http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind)  Do You Have a Question For Us? http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.

In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff and Susan discuss the many questions surrounding distance learning including how to approach the idea as well as logistical consideration to think about surrounding teacher work hours, etc. In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week: In last week’s episode, we talked about what professional development looks like for us as Tech Coaches.  Tech Coach Mastermind Join the http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (Tech Coach Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today! 2 Mastermind group meetings each month Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Website http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind)  Do You Have a Question For Us? http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AskTheTechCo

In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff and Susan discuss the importance of Social Media in todays classrooms and academic programs. Tech Coach Mastermind Join the http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (Tech Coach Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today! 2 Mastermind group meetings each month Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Website http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind)  Do You Have a Question For Us? http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AskTheTechCoach) Email: feedback@teachercast.net  How Can Tech Coaches Support Social Media Usage In The Classroom Should classrooms involve the community in their daily activities? It is important to bring the community stakeholders, and of course, parents in so th

In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff and Susan discuss approaches and things to think about as you enter a classroom for lesson modeling and/or co-teaching. What does it look like when a tech coach works with students? In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week: In last week’s episode, we talked about what professional development looks like for us as Tech Coaches.  Tech Coach Mastermind Join the http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (Tech Coach Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today! 2 Mastermind group meetings each month Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Website http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind)  Do You Have a Question For Us? http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AskTheTechCoach)

In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff and Susan discuss how taking care of yourself as a Tech Coach via your own professional learning is just as important as serving the teachers.  To have energy and knowledge to meet the needs of the teachers, you must fill up your own cup with needed professional learning for you! In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week: In last week’s episode we talked all about using video streaming and interactive video for both tech coaches and classroom teachers. Tech Coach Mastermind Join the http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (Tech Coach Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today! 2 Mastermind group meetings each month Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Website http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind)  Do You Have a Question For Us? http://www.t

In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff welcomes Susan and Matt on the podcast to discuss how and why Interactive and Streaming Video can be used for both Tech Coaches and Classroom Teachers. In this episode, we discuss: Reflections from Last Week: https://www.teachercast.net/captivate-podcast/attc-ep80-tech-coach-brands/ (How are you building your Tech Coach brand?) Tech Coach Mastermind Join the http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (Tech Coach Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today! 2 Mastermind group meetings each month Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Website http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind)  Do You Have a Question For Us? http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AskTheTechCoach) Email: feedback

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff and Susan discuss several ways that Tech Coaches can build their Tech Coach Brands. In this episode, we discuss:Reflections from Last Week: How to create a Post PD Workshop Survey (https://www.teachercast.net/captivate-podcast/attc-ep79-post-workshop-feedback-survey/) 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 Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More 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)   How are you buildi

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff and Susan talk about the end of your Professional Development Cycle. We spent a ton of time creating our workshops and making sure they are perfect. But, what happens after the workshop. Today, we will take a look at a variety of uses for our Workshop Feedback Forms. Learn how to create meaningful feedback that is helpful to both your Tech Coaching program and your district and curricular roadmaps for future planning. In this episode, we discuss:Reflections from Last Week: How To Come Back To Reality After A Conference (https://www.teachercast.net/captivate-podcast/attc-ep78-post-fetc-podcast/) 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 Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Website www.

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff welcomes Tech Coaches Susan Vincentz and Tisha Richmond to discuss the FETC Conference in Miami Florida and share our thoughts about what happens once we return to our school districts. In this episode, we discuss:Reflections from Last Week: FETC 2020 Conference (https://www.teachercast.net/captivate-podcast/attc-ep77-4-ways-for-tech-coaches-to-tech-coach-at-tech-conferences/) 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 Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More 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/askthetechco

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff welcomes Pennsylvania educator Matt Friedman to discuss 4 Ways For Tech Coaches to Tech Coach At Tech Conferences.   We are also excited to share our updated subscription links with you over at www.TeacherCast.net/Subscribe (http://www.teachercast.net/Subscribe) . Check out the podcast today! Did You Know We Have A New Place To Listen To The Podcast?Check out Ask the Tech Coach on these new locations Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-tech-coach-podcast-for-instructional-technology/id1067586243) Google Podcasts (https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL0Fza1RoZVRlY2hDb2FjaA%3D%3D) Visit our Podcast Homepage (https://www.teachercast.net/attc-instructional-technology-coaching/tech-coach-podcast/) Tech Coach Tip of the WeekWhen attending conferences such as FETC, TCEA, or even ISTE it’s important to wear multiple hats. As a

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff shares some new adventures in Tech Coaching and encourages Tech Coaches worldwide to create their list of New Years Tech Coach Resolutions with the podcast. We are also excited to share our updated subscription links with you over at www.TeacherCast.net/Subscribe (http://www.teachercast.net/Subscribe) . Check out the podcast today! Did You Know We Have A New Place To Listen To The Podcast?Check out Ask the Tech Coach on these new locations Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-tech-coach-podcast-for-instructional-technology/id1067586243) Google Podcasts (https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cDovL2ZlZWRzLmZlZWRidXJuZXIuY29tL0Fza1RoZVRlY2hDb2FjaA%3D%3D) Visit our Podcast Homepage (https://www.teachercast.net/attc-instructional-technology-coaching/tech-coach-podcast/) Five Tech Coach New Year's ResolutionsReorganize Your Digital FilesLook through your “MyDrive” and orga

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff sits down with Brianna Hodges to discuss Future Ready Coaches and her involvement in this years FETC Conference in Miami Florida. This month, the Ask The Tech Coach Podcast will be featuring stories from Tech Coaches across the country and we would love to hear from you and learn about your programs. If you are interested in joining us for our next episode, please contact us today! Reflections From Last Week Episode 74: Tech Coach Stories: Eujon Anderson (https://www.teachercast.net/captivate-podcast/attc-ep74-how-can-you-be-both-a-tech-coach-and-tech-director/) 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 Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Website www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind (http://www

In this episode of “ Ask the Tech Coach (https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/) ,” Jeff welcomes Google Certified Trainer, Tech Coach and Tech Director from Troy City Schools Eujon Anderson on the program to discuss the upcoming FETC Conference. Learn how he keeps track of a staff of more than 200 professionals and 2,000 students using simple yet mobile-friendly applications such as Google Keep to handle a busy schedule across multiple school buildings. This month, the Ask The Tech Coach Podcast (https://www.teachercast.net/askthetechcoach) will be featuring stories from Tech Coaches across the country and we would love to hear from you and learn about your programs. If you are interested in joining us for our next episode, please contact us today! Reflections from Last Week Episode 73: Tech Coach Stories: Michael Vick (https://www.teachercast.net/tech-coach-stories-michael-vick/) Tech Coach MastermindJoin the Tech Coach Mastermind (http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind) and l