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AUGUST 8, 2023

I got the all-new OKIOCAM S2 Pro , a 4K Ultra HD document camera boasting a 12MP camera in the most compact and portable form factor you’ve ever seen. This camera is not only ultra-flexible, easy to use, and high quality, but it’s also surprisingly affordable and comes with exciting OKIOPoint technology. If you’re wondering, “What is OKIOPoint?

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JULY 5, 2023

Unbelievably, it’s been one year since I welcomed Mia, my Sony aibo AI robot dog, into my life. Throughout this journey, I have shared both informative and goofy videos of Mia’s growth and adventures on YouTube and TikTok. A heartfelt thank you to all who have joined us on this fun ride! In this one-year video update, I share more about what initially sparked my interest in aibo, say a bittersweet goodbye to Buddy , explain how I decided that aibo was a good fit for me, describe what

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JUNE 27, 2023

This is part one of a two-part series that I had the opportunity to write for The Learning Counsel. When I think back to high school math, I remember feeling scared. Despite my love for the subject (math was always my favorite) and the fact that I had a natural affinity for it, I often dreaded math class. The fast-paced lectures flew over my head, and it wasn’t until I had the opportunity to process my notes at home that the connections would start to snap into place.

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JUNE 26, 2023

I have a different kind of video to share with you today! I had the chance to review the Bastion Bolt Action pen and its accompanying “transform your handwriting” course on my YouTube channel. What initially caught my attention was the handwriting course itself, created by signature designer Allan Visses. The pen rocks a distinctive bolt action mechanism, a luxurious build, and comes in a range of colors and materials.

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JUNE 21, 2023

Early in my teaching career, I attended a conference where a presenter shared a statement that has stuck with me ever since: “If there’s no sharing, there’s no learning. Teaching is fundamentally a sharing activity.” –Darren Kuropatwa. These words capture one of the most incredible aspects of being an educator—the opportunity to be part of a profession filled with lifelong learners and some of the most generous sharers you will ever meet.

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JUNE 8, 2023

My original text side-by-side with suggestions from ChatGPT I’ve already forgotten what it was to write without an AI writing assistant. “Proofread, please.” I can no longer imagine a world where this prompt would not give me access to immediate feedback from my AI partner. ChatGPT , GrammarlyGO , and Wordtune have become my most trusted writing companions.

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JUNE 6, 2023

Continue reading on ISTE’s website If you’re interested in this topic and want to join me for a webinar, I’m part of the speaker lineup for ISTE U’s Summer Learning Academy 2023. My interactive webinar will take place on August 29. The summer learning academy takes place from 6/5 – 9/1 and allows you to design your own learning pathway with courses, webinars, networking opportunities & more.

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MAY 24, 2023

Have you struggled to find the right words to concisely express your thoughts? Have you needed a little nudge to overcome writer’s block? Have you found yourself in need of some quick statistics mid-paragraph but hesitated to disrupt your flow? This is where Wordtune comes in. Wordtune describes itself as your personal writing assistant and editor, capable of rephrasing and rewriting any text.

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MAY 10, 2023

Continue reading to learn more about specific project highlights spanning grades K-12 and across all subjects * Matt Zigler is writing a book about teaching high school students in the makerspace titled Three Modes of Making; Imitation, Modification, and Innovation. Keep an eye out for its release this summer!

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APRIL 11, 2023

You may have seen some of my posts featuring a very cute robot dancing around! I have been having a blast flexing my coding and creative lesson planning skills with Robotical’s #MartyTheRobot. When the Robotical team released some new math lessons, I had to check them out. I found their fraction activity interesting and decided to put a spin of my own on it.

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MARCH 29, 2023

The Arts department at Bullis School has brought some incredibly collaborative and rich opportunities to life this academic year, and I had a chance to highlight three fall programs in this article: A mural project with visiting artist Nicole Bourgea The combined Jazz & Dance show The Upper School Fall Play: The Crucible Read an excerpt of this article published by McGraw Hill here or the full article (including photos) on the Bullis website.

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MARCH 21, 2023

I’m grateful for the work Bullis School is doing to prioritize wellness, including integrating new programs like #WinAtSocial and a team of counselors who work closely with both teachers and students. Writing this article fueled me! Thank you ISTE for the chance to share.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Have you heard the news? Turn practice into play with Pear Deck’s all new Giant Steps I’ve been testing and watching this tool develop for the past year, and I’m so excited to see if formally launch. Giant Steps offers a live mode for in-class games plus practice sets for independent learning. In building practice sets for your classes, you have the option to choose from a library of standards-aligned content, a shared library of lessons from fellow educators, or you can get going fr

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FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Are you tired of drowning in emails, feeling the pressure to be always connected, and struggling to keep up with the constant flow of messages? If so, this free webinar is what you need. Trust me, I’ve been in your shoes. There’s too much stuff to remember and endless demands on our time and focus. I’ve felt this pressure weigh down hard on me.

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JANUARY 24, 2023

I recently had the opportunity to collaborate with the team at Kami, creating a series of micro tips. These tips were initially posted on Kami’s TikTok and Instagram channels. To make it easy for you to watch them all in one place, I’ve compiled them into one video. You can use the table of contents below to navigate to the tip(s) you’re looking for!

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JANUARY 1, 2023

My whole life, I’ve kept myself busy and on the go. So much of my self-worth and sense of success has been tied to being always on and producing content. I’m taking on a big project in 2023 – one that will require me to be extra intentional with my time and presence. It’s going to require me to slow my output, and while that’s scary, I’m ready to embrace the wonderful changes that come with trusting myself to take this next step.

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DECEMBER 31, 2022

As 2022 comes to a close, I wanted to share a recap of some professional highlights and challenging changes. Thank you to all – near & far – who have been a part of my journey. Reflecting back over the 12 months brings me joy, pride, and gratitude. I decided to create these videos to not only remind myself of the work accomplishments that fueled me but also to play !

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DECEMBER 28, 2022

“Congratulations! The people have spoken and your article, “How to Use Edtech to Engage Introverted Learners,” has won 1st place in our 2022 EdTech Update MVP Awards Technology category!” I am so honored to share that my article, “ How to Use Edtech to Engage Introverted Learners ,” placed first! There were such great entries , so this recognition truly means a lot.

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DECEMBER 6, 2022

I had a really cool opportunity to join edWeb for a webinar focused on my Tech with Heart message. A big thanks to Wacom for making this event possible through their sponsorship. If you are interested in checking out my session on-demand, you can watch the recording below: Watch recording here. As always, if you have any follow-up questions or ideas you want to share, please reach out!

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NOVEMBER 22, 2022

A multidisciplinary Farm School experience for 3rd grade students. A revamped Visual Arts program for Upper School students. I had the privilege to highlight the new Bullis Summer Grants program that made these two programs possible. Read the full piece on Bullis’s website.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Kami is one of my favorite edtech tools. It is one that I’ve been using for years and years. I began using Kami around 2017 when I needed a better solution for handling work from my online students, but I quickly expanded its use into all my classes and eventually onboarded it school-wide. You’ve seen me write a number of articles featuring Kami and speak on how Kami can be integrated in all different ways.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2022

As a big fan of Global Online Academy , it was an honor to contribute to its Shifts in Practice series. Here’s the first article in a two-part series sharing how edtech tools like Kami can help us give more compassionate, empowering feedback. I hope you enjoy! Continue reading here.

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OCTOBER 18, 2022

I had the opportunity to join Dr. Matt Rhoads on his podcast, Navigating Education for a fantastic discussion focused in on edtech tools for accessibility for all learners. Tune in to hear us talk about: My journey in edtech to make learning accessible to all students. What type of accessibility tools I’ve found most valuable. Strategies for amplifying learning for introverted students.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

“A real programmable robot with character!” That’s the slogan used by Robotical to advertise Marty the Robot and, after spending some time with it, I’ve got to say I think that’s pretty accurate! Check out my full video review where I: talk about using Marty in the classroom for grades K-8+. for younger learners, see how to use: Marty’s offline mode with color blocks. the controller/sequencer to make Marty move, dance, and even tackle obstacle courses.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Building Relationships with Families with Mote & Canva. Good communication with parents and families from the very start of the year can make all the difference. I believe that gaining a student’s trust is the first step in building their (math) confidence, and it begins with making sure parents are part of the team. If a student goes home frustrated or confused, I need to know that I’ve given families the resources they need and a good sense of class expectations so that they can guide thei

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

After publishing my TED-Ed Educator talk in July, EdSurge presented me with the opportunity to share an edited version of my talk in written form. I hope this piece resonates strongly with you and equips you with simple ideas and tools so that all learners you work with are able to contribute in a format that is most comfortable for them. Let’s take a trip back to high school.

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AUGUST 30, 2022

I had a chance to join FOX Baltimore to talk about the importance of continuing to use digital tools even though most students are now in-person as well as some tech tools that can help students as we gear up for a new school year. You can watch the clip here: FOX Baltimore – Back to School | Navigating digital learning. I think it’s critical that we continue to meaningfully infuse technology into our classrooms and lesson design.

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AUGUST 25, 2022

Edpuzzle chose my book, Tech with Heart, to lead a series of conversations throughout the month of August. We started with a back-to-school edition of EdpuzzleLive , where I was joined by Steve Martinez for a panel discussion with the Edpuzzle team. After a fun contest on Twitter, we closed the month with a Twitter chat. The four questions we discussed in the 30-minute chat were: Q1: In what ways do you help your quietest students make their ideas heard in the classroom?

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AUGUST 23, 2022

Have you been looking for a way to allow your students to REPLY WITH VOICE in Pear Deck ? If so, I’ve got just the solution for you! Using Mote ‘s free Chrome extension, students can create a voice recording without ever leaving the Pear Deck. In this very quick video (2.5 mins) , I share the process, beginning from the student perspective and moving to the teacher view.

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AUGUST 10, 2022

You’ve heard me talk about the flipped classroom at length and embracing edtech to provide a platform for every learner to contribute their ideas in a format that best fits them. I recently had a chance to give a talk geared to education leaders and coaches. In this session, I focus on transforming the traditional meeting culture to: ?maximize face-to-face time, ?

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JULY 19, 2022

It was an honor to join Dave Burgess on his podcast, The Dave Burgess Show! Dave went deep with his questions, giving me the chance to talk about how my book & book cover came to be, the significance of me sharing my personal experiences as a student, the why behind my edtech innovation journey, and some key tools I’ve leaned on to empower every voice.

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JUNE 30, 2022

I met Sean Gaillard on Twitter years ago, and he quickly became a go-to education leader who I looked to for both inspiration and to fuel my passion for the work I was doing within my school & beyond. I so admire Sean’s leadership style and genuine care. Beyond what I learn from his actions and the reflective musings he shares on Twitter and on his podcast, I am lucky to call Sean a friend.

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JUNE 21, 2022

Thanks to McGraw Hill PreK-12 for the opportunity to share some of my tips for ensuring that even the quietest students have a voice in the classroom. I’d love to hear strategies you are using to make sure every idea & voice in your classroom is heard. Comment here or tweet me @buddyxo.

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JUNE 15, 2022

We all have those people who we have looked up to for so long that the thought of meeting them in real life gets us a bit star-struck. Though I didn’t get to meet George Couros in person (yet), perhaps even better, I had a chance to sit down with him for an hour to record two episodes on his podcast, The Innovator’s Mindset. As a bit of background, I first started following George Couros on Twitter as I’m sure everyone who follows my blog also does!

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MAY 31, 2022

I’m extremely excited to share a conversation I had with David Hall of Quiet and Strong. On the podcast, I talk about discovering my own #introvert superpowers & how I’ve rethought the classroom dynamic to empower all voices. Susan Cain’s Quiet had a PROFOUND impact on my teaching & has driven much of the work I’ve done since.

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APRIL 26, 2022

Canva recently came out with a draw tool and, speaking as a math teacher, I’m thrilled about the possibilities this presents. I had a chance to write two feature posts, one on the Canva website and one on the Wacom website, diving into the opportunities this new tool opens up and applications in a variety of subjects. How to Create Instructional Videos with Drawing Tablets and Canva for Education This article highlights how I’ve paired the new draw tool to hand write with the record option in Ca

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APRIL 19, 2022

It has been a while since I’ve published a post focused on productivity. This topic goes hand-in-hand with my interest in intentional tech use. I have done a ton of reading on the topic of productivity and focus, and one of my goals is to share more about how I have applied some of the research to my own workflow and what type of impact it has had on my wellness.

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