Unpacking Education & Tech Talk For Teachers
If it relates to education and matters to you, we're talking about it on our podcasts. Unpacking Education shares in-depth conversations each Wednesday on timely topics with guests who share their expertise and experience—from teaching strategies, to educational technology, to equitable access to future-driven skills for all students. Tune in every Tuesday for a new Tech Talk For Teachers. 5 minutes jam-packed with practical and actionable tech integration strategies and tool tips you can immediately apply in your classroom.
Episodes
352 episodes
Future Ready Schools, with Thomas Murray
In this episode of Unpacking Education, we welcome back Thomas Murray to dive into the evolving landscape of Future Ready Schools. Tom shares insights on creating learning environments that...
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Season 4
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Episode 82
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40:17
Writing To Learn
In today’s episode, we'll explore tech-enriched strategies to facilitate writing to learn. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
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Season 4
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Episode 81
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11:21
Student Motivation, with Tyler Rablin
In this episode, Tyler Rablin, author of Hacking Student Motivation, joins us to examine the role that assessment plays in student motivation. He emphasizes the importance of rethinking traditional grading and assessment practices to b...
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Season 4
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Episode 80
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45:40
Information and News Literacy, with Brittney Smith
In this episode, Brittney Smith from the News Literacy Project discusses the importance of news and information literacy in today's digital age. She emphasizes the need for students to critically evaluate the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 78
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33:16
Canva Whiteboard
Explore Canva Whiteboard, a robust digital canvas and workspace.
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Season 4
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Episode 77
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9:00
Elevating Educational Design With AI, with Dr. Catlin Tucker
In this episode, Dr. Catlin Tucker discusses her new book, Elevating Educational Design with AI, co-authored with Dr. Katie Novak. Tucker emphasizes the importance of using AI a...
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Season 4
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Episode 76
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42:23
Interactive Slideshows: Simple Tech, Complex Thinking
In today’s episode, we'll explore using interactive slideshows to teach computer science and critical thinking. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
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Season 4
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Episode 75
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9:07
Lost in Translation: Rethinking Language Tools in Education, with Rena Clark
In this episode, Rena Clark, an Instructional Technology Facilitator and one of our Unpacking Education podcast cohosts, shares insights from the work that she's currently engaged in with language acquisition and translation tools. She discusse...
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Season 4
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Episode 74
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34:51
Corgi Graphic Organizers
In today’s episode, we'll explore Corgi, a free, interactive graphic organizer tool from CAST designed for teachers and students. Visit AVID Open Access to lea...
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Season 4
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Episode 73
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7:21
Custom Chatbots For Students
Explore how to create custom student chatbots with schoolai.
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Season 4
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Episode 71
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9:29
Immersive Technologies in K-12 Education, with Gaspare Lipari
Gaspare Lipari, a teacher at Western Middle School in Greenwich, Connecticut, discusses his innovative use of immersive technologies in K-12 education. Lipari highlights the transformative impact of these technologies on student engagement, par...
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Season 4
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Episode 72
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40:49
Supporting Innovation, Opportunity, and Access in Learning, with Julie Faryniarz and Trish Rohr
In this episode, Julie Faryniarz and Trish Rohr join us to discuss how they support public education through the work of the Greenwich Alliance for Education. The alliance supports public school students and educators through programs like Tuni...
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Season 4
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Episode 70
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41:09
Google Vids
In today’s episode, we'll explore Google Vids and ways to integrate video production into your classroom. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
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Season 4
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Episode 69
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9:27
Ditch That Textbook, with Matt Miller
In this episode of Unpacking Education, Matt Miller, the dynamic force behind the popular Ditch That Textbook blog and movement, shares his insights into education and technology. A former Spanish teacher turned ed-tech advoca...
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Season 4
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Episode 68
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36:52
Adobe Podcast
In today’s episode, we'll explore Adobe Podcast, a free podcasting solution for your classroom. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
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Season 4
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Episode 67
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8:48
The Promises and Perils of AI in Education, with Ken Shelton
In this episode of Unpacking Education, we sit down with renowned education technology advocate and author Ken Shelton to discuss his latest book, The Promises and Perils of AI in Education. Ken brings his years of experience ...
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Season 4
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Episode 66
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57:06
Digital Learning Day 2025
In today’s episode, we'll review the themes of Digital Learning Day 2025 and explore ways that you and your students can participate. Visit AVID Open Ac...
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Season 4
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Episode 65
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5:51
Supporting Students After Graduation, with Dr. Aliber Lozano
Dr. Aliber Lozano, Head of Teaching and Learning at AVID, discusses the importance of supporting students beyond high school graduation, emphasizing the need for a growth mindset and nurturing student agency. He highlights the challenges faced ...
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Season 4
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Episode 64
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48:51
Free AI Courses
In today’s episode, we'll explore free online courses and resources that you and your students can use to learn more about artificial intelligence. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.
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Season 4
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Episode 63
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9:51
Generating Diagrams with Napkin AI
In today’s episode, we'll explore how you can use Napkin AI to generate text and accompanying graphics, including editable diagrams. Visit AVID Open Access to learn m...
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Season 4
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Episode 61
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8:17
Assessments: Beyond Tests
In this episode, the Unpacking Education team discusses assessment, including traditional testing and options that extend beyond. The dialogue includes conversations about student performance, creation, interaction, and expression. By opening u...
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Season 4
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Episode 60
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34:01
