Breaking the Blockbuster Model for Great Techy Learning with Nate Ridgway

Breaking the Blockbuster Model for Great Techy Learning with Nate Ridgway

2021 Ditch Summit
Breaking the Blockbuster Model for Great Techy LearningNate Ridgway View/Record Flip Videos from illinois? Get official PD credits About NateWebsite: Teaching from the RidgeBooks: Don't Ditch That Tech and coming soon Breaking the Blockbuster Model: The Future of Teaching & Learning in a Netflix World.Podcast: Make It Til Friday PodcastTwitter: @TeachFromRidgeNate is a tech-loving history teacher in Avon, Indiana and co-author of Don’t Ditch That Tech: Differentiation in a Digital World. He specializes in lesson design and differentiation, and also is licensed in History Ed and Mild Interventions. He was the Indiana Connected Educator of the Year in 2020 and his work has been featured in such publications as the New York Times and Washington Post. He also holds a Master’s Degree in History from the University of Indianapolis. He’s currently working on a new book, Breaking…
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How to Use Canvas LMS Like a Supervillain — and Get Away with It with Mike Lang

How to Use Canvas LMS Like a Supervillain — and Get Away with It with Mike Lang

2021 Ditch Summit
How to Use Canvas LMS Like a Supervillain -- and Get Away with ItMike Lang View/Record Flip Videos from illinois? Get official PD credits About Mike Twitter: @chclteteacher An 18 year veteran classroom teacher, Mike recently transitioned to a position with ed.Xtraordinary, an education research and innovation lab. During his career, he taught K-8 with the bulk of his career in elementary classrooms. He has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished Educator and PBS Digital Innovator. Mike loves to play Xbox to unwind and believes 1996 is the greatest year in Hip Hop history. {tcb_current_year} Thrive Landing Pages. All rights Reserved | Disclaimer
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Strategies to Start Meaningful Blended Learning in Class with Dr. Catlin Tucker

Strategies to Start Meaningful Blended Learning in Class with Dr. Catlin Tucker

2021 Ditch Summit
Strategies to Start Meaningful Blended Learning in ClassDr. Catlin Tucker View/Record Flip Videos from illinois? Get official PD credits About Catlin Blog: CatlinTucker.com Books: UDL and Blended Learning: Thriving in Flexible Learning Landscapes, Balance With Blended Learning, Blended Learning In Action, Power Up Blended Learning, and Blended Learning In Grades 4-12. Twitter:  @Catlin_Tucker Instagram: ​@CatlinTucker​​​ Dr. Catlin Tucker is a bestselling author, international trainer, and keynote speaker. She was named Teacher of the Year in 2010 in Sonoma County, where she taught for 16 years. Catlin earned her doctorate in learning technologies from Pepperdine University. Currently, Catlin is working as a blended learning coach, education consultant, and professor in a Masters of Arts in Teaching program. Catlin has published several books on blended learning, including UDL and Blended Learning and Balance with Blended Learning. She is active…
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12 Tips and Ideas for Great Remote Learning with Knikole Taylor

12 Tips and Ideas for Great Remote Learning with Knikole Taylor

2020 Ditch Summit
12 Tips and Ideas for Great Remote LearningKnikole Taylor View/Record Flipgrid Videosfrom illinois? Get official PD credits About Knikole Blog: knikoletaylor.com/blog  Twitter: @knikole Email: info@knikoletaylor.com  Instagram: @knikoletaylor Website: knikoletaylor.com Knikole is a self proclaimed nerd and lover of learning, and her obsession is connecting with other educators to share, learn, and grow. She is fueled by learning in order to share learning with others and empower them to be and give their best to students.  {tcb_current_year} Thrive Landing Pages. All rights Reserved | Disclaimer
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How to Use Jamboard for Engaging Visual Learning with Maria Arfanakis (Galanis)

How to Use Jamboard for Engaging Visual Learning with Maria Arfanakis (Galanis)

2020 Ditch Summit
How to Use Jamboard for Engaging Visual LearningMaria Arfanakis (Galanis) View/Record Flipgrid Videosfrom illinois? Get official PD credits About Maria Blog: Share, Connect, Inspire Twitter: @mariagalanis  Email: maria.arfan@gmail.com Instagram: mariagalanis Maria, is an educator living in Chicago and working in the north suburb of Deerfield. Her journey in EdTech began in 2001 as a middle school Tech Coordinator, which evolved into Tech Coach, and then iCoach. Currently, she is the K-8 Innovation Curriculum Specialist in her school district helping introduce, integrate, and support innovative learning practices. She received an M.Ed in Curriculum & Technology because she loves what tech can bring to learning, connecting people, and the world. When she thinks of her ideal focus in education, she wants it to FOSTER, ELEVATE, & INSPIRE CURIOSITY & WONDER. At the…
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How to Do More with Your Learning Management System with Matt Miller

How to Do More with Your Learning Management System with Matt Miller

2020 Ditch Summit
How to Do More with Your Learning Management SystemMatt Miller View/Record Flipgrid Videosfrom illinois? Get official PD credits About Matt Website: DitchThatTextbook.comBooks: Ditch That Textbook, Ditch That Homework,  Don't Ditch That Tech: Differentiated Instruction in a Digital World, Tech Like A Pirate and Do MORE with Google ClassroomPodcast: Ditch That Textbook Podcast and Google Teacher TribeTwitter: @jmattmiller / #DitchBookFacebook: Ditch That TextbookYouTube: Ditch That Textbook channel Matt Miller is an educator, blogger and presenter from West Central Indiana. He has infused technology and innovative teaching methods in his classes for more than 10 years. He is the author of the four books, including Ditch That Textbook: Free Your Teaching and Revolutionize Your Classroom. He writes at the Ditch That Textbook blog about using technology and creative ideas in teaching. He is a Google Certified Innovator (Austin ’14), a PBS LearningMedia Digital…
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How to Create Authentic Student Interaction with Esther Park

How to Create Authentic Student Interaction with Esther Park

2020 Ditch Summit
How to Create Authentic Student InteractionEsther Park View/Record Flipgrid Videosfrom illinois? Get official PD credits About Esther Blog: Welcome to Mrs. Park’s Blog Twitter: @MrsParkShine Email: mrs.esther.park@gmail.com Instagram: mrsparkshine Website: mrspark.org Esther Park is a passionate English as a second language educator and a firm believer that every-kid-can-shine. ❤️️She has taught both in private and public school system for 15 years, and had the privilege of meeting students from all around the world with different language proficiency levels. Currently, she teaches newly-arrived and SLIFE (Students with Limited and/or Interrupted Formal Education) English language learners in Virginia. Esther was born and raised in South Korea and moved out of her motherland at the age of 9. Growing up, she lived in four different countries including Dominican Republic and El Salvador. Once…
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Empowering Student Creativity with Digital Media Creation with Claudio Zavala Jr and Jake Sandakly

Empowering Student Creativity with Digital Media Creation with Claudio Zavala Jr and Jake Sandakly

2020 Soundtrap Edu Summit
Empowering Student Creativity with Digital Media Creation​Claudio Zavala Jr and Jake SandaklyAbout Claudio Zavala Jr.Claudio is an edtech and creative media consultant based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. He is passionate about fostering creativity in the classroom and using digital tools to engage learners. In addition, he enjoys helping individuals, entrepreneurs and small business owners build their design and build their brands. Claudio is an avid photographer and videographer. Recently, Claudio has seen his YouTube channel grow in viewership, something he is having a ton of fun doing. He is also a professional musician, a master woodworker and a graphic designer.Twitter: @ClaudioZavalaJrFacebook: facebook.com/claudiozavalajrYouTube: youtube.com/iamclaudiusInstagram:  instagram.com/claudiozavalajrAbout Jake SandalkyJake was finishing his thesis on Technology for Music Education at NYU when COVID hit. Since March, he has helped teachers take deep breaths and find creative low-cost…
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Don’t Ditch That Tech: Differentiate Digitally with Nate and Angie Ridgway

Don’t Ditch That Tech: Differentiate Digitally with Nate and Angie Ridgway

2019 Ditch Summit
Don't Ditch That Tech: Differentiate Digitally Nate and Angie Ridgway View/Record Flipgrid Videosfrom illinois? Get official PD credits About Nate and Angie Website: Teaching from the Ridge Book: Don't Ditch That Tech Podcast: Make It Til Friday Podcast Twitter: @TeachFromRidge Nate Ridgway is a tech-loving history teacher in Indianapolis, Indiana. He specializes in lesson design and differentiation, and also is licensed in Special Education Mild Interventions. He's taught in both middle school and high school settings, but currently is enjoying teaching World History & Dual Credit U.S. History. He is currently finishing a Masters degree in History at University of Indianapolis. Angie Ridgway began her career in middle and high school Spanish teaching. She's now working with future secondary teachers and new faculty members at University of Indianapolis. Her passion lies in…
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Creating Memorable Class with Techy, Pirate Teaching with Matt Miller

Creating Memorable Class with Techy, Pirate Teaching with Matt Miller

2019 Ditch Summit
Create a Memorable Class with Techy, Pirate TeachingMatt Miller View/Record Flipgrid Videosfrom illinois? Get official PD credits About Matt Website: DitchThatTextbook.comBooks: Ditch That Textbook, Ditch That Homework ​and Don't Ditch That Tech: Differentiated Instruction in a Digital WorldPodcast: ​Ditch That Textbook Podcast and Google Teacher TribeTwitter: @jmattmiller / #DitchBookFacebook: Ditch That TextbookYouTube: Ditch That Textbook channelMatt Miller is an educator, speaker/presenter and blogger. He’s the author of two books: “Ditch That Textbook,” a book about revolutionizing the classroom with innovative teaching, mindsets and curriculum, and “Ditch That Homework,” a book full of strategies to help teachers become less reliant on homework to the point they can ditch it. He has infused technology and innovative teaching methods in his classes for more than 10 years. Matt is a Google Certified Innovator, PBS LearningMedia…
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