Show Notes:
Josh Tappan, Customer Advocacy Manager at Nearpod, responds to criticism of teacher ambassador programs and discusses how Nearpod handles their PioNear program to support teacher leaders.
Episode 117 features Debbie Tannenbaum (@TannenbaumTech), an elementary school technology specialist in Fairfax County, VA and author of the upcoming book, “TRANSFORM: Techy Notes to Make Learning Sticky.” During the episode, we discuss best practices for implementing instructional technologies, the ability for technology coaches to make a major instructional impact at their schools, and how true leaders inspire and empower those around them.
In episode 141 of the Leader of Learning Podcast, Dr. Dan Kreiness (@dr_kreiness) interviews Dr. Neil Gupta (@drneilgupta), Director of Secondary Education for Worthington Schools in Ohio. In the episode, Neil discusses transformational leadership, how educators can be “bold” when looking to advance in or into leadership endeavors, and effective ways for leaders to become involved in building positive cultures.
Episode 105 features Jami Fowler-White (@JjJj821), an assistant principal in Tennessee, author of the Educator Reflection Tips book series, and host of the Digital PD 4 You Podcast. During the episode, we discussed how educators should be reflective in their practice, maintaining a growth mindset to push through challenges, and strategies to grow in the profession.
In episode 132 of the Leader of Learning Podcast, Dr. Dan Kreiness (@dr_kreiness) interviews Dr. Ashley McBride (@aplusedtech), Digital Learning Initiative Consultant for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, host of the A-Plus EdTech podcast and author of the ISTE book, “The Edtech Coaching Primer: Supporting Teachers in the Digital Age Classroom.” In the episode, Ashley explains the purpose for and definition of instructional technology specialists, best practices for supporting teachers, how coaches can partner with administrators, and how to deal with resistance.