Unpacking Education & Tech Talk For Teachers
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454 episodes
Using AI to Enhance Focused Note-Taking, Step 1: Taking Notes
In today’s episode, we'll explore ways that AI can be integrated effectively into step one of AVID's Focused Note-Taking...
Present with Purpose: Engaging Boards and Communities in Meaningful Ways, with MaryEllen Bunton
Online or Offline: Designing With Intention
In today’s episode, we'll explore 5 guiding questions that can help you determine if technology should be integrated into your lesson. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
AI in the English Classroom, with Amy Onstad
In this episode of Unpacking Education, we explore AI in the English classroom with veteran educator Amy Onstad. With more than three decades of experience teaching high school English, Amy shares how artificial intelligence is reshapi...
Checkology: Helping Students Discern Truth
In today’s episode, we'll explore Checkology, the free virtual classroom that teaches students about news literacy. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
Prosper, Prepare, and Protect (Part IV: Brookings AI Study–Framework for Action)
In today’s episode, we'll review the 12 suggested action step for effectively adopting AI into our schools as outlined in The Center for Universal Education at Brookings' study "
AVID in the English Classroom, with Mike Rahn
In this episode of Unpacking Education, Mike Rahn, an English and AVID Elective teacher at Elk River High School in Minnesota, shares his journey from aspiring lawyer to passionate educator and explains how discovering
The Great Unwiring (Part III: Brookings AI Study–Risks)
In today’s episode, we'll review the potential risks of AI in education as outlined in The Center for Universal Education at Brookings' study "
The AI Teaching Dividend (Part II: Brookings AI Study–Benefits)
In today’s episode, we'll review the potential benefits of AI in education as outlined in The Center for Universal Education at Brookings' study "
Building Student Confidence and Hope Through Assessment, with Nicole Dimich
Bending the Arc of AI in Education (Part I: Brookings AI Study–An Overview)
In today’s episode, we'll review an overview of The Center for Universal Education at Brookings' study titled, "A New...
Khan Academy's Writing Coach
In today’s episode, we'll explore the features and functionality of Writing Coach, Khan Academy's new collaboration with Google Gemini. Visit AVID...
Diagnostic Teaching, with Courtney Shearer
Growth often begins with a simple question: What can I do better? For Courtney Shearer, the answer was tracking engagement, not just understanding. This insight led her to transform her classroom through diagnostic teaching—collecting real-time...
Vibe Coding and Critical Thinking Skills
In today’s episode, we'll explore how vibe coding can be used in the K–12 classroom to help students develop critical thinking skills. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
Learning to Enjoy Math, with Anthony Ase'
In this episode, Anthony Asé, a veteran Algebra and Physics teacher from Lindbergh High School in Renton, Washington, shares how he uses trust, relevance, and creativity to shift student perspectives on math. With over two decades of experience...
EnlightenAI: Your Virtual TA
In today’s episode, we'll explore how EnlightenAI can assist in evaluating student writing and providing valuable formative feedback. Visit AVID Open Access to l...
Supporting Students Inside and Outside of the School Building, with Christina Hay
In this episode, we’re joined by Christina Hay, an experienced student support advocate, mentor, and community leader, who brings over a decade of experience in education and youth outreach. Christina shares compelling insights into the challen...
Resources for Keeping Current with Ed Tech
In today’s episode, we'll explore online resources that you can access to stay current with educational technology trends, tools, and integration strategies. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
The Transition to High School, with Ann Bucher
Transitioning to high school is more than just moving up a grade. It’s a full developmental leap. At the heart of this episode is the theme of managing transitions, and our guest, Ann Bucher, brings her unique perspective as both a new...
OpenAI's Teen AI Literacy Blueprint
In today’s episode, we'll explore OpenAI's Teen AI Literacy Blueprint, which outlines a five-step approach to preparing teens with the skills they'll need for an AI-inf...
Behavior Solutions, with Dr. Jessica and Dr. John Hannigan
In this episode of Unpacking Education, we’re joined by Dr. Jessica Djabrayan Hannigan and Dr. John Hannigan—educators, authors, and national consultants—for a powerful conversation on shifting from reactive discipline to proactive behavioral s...
