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I love a good podcast! From hearing stories about how people live around to world, to addressing questions you never knew you had, to diving deeper into current events, the possibilities with podcasts in the classroom are truly endless. Last year I came across Wow in the World, a podcast for kids from the folks at NPR.

With short, engaging episodes, this podcast - with dozens of episodes to jump into - is a fantastic choice for students. I featured it as one of the kid-friendly podcasts on this list, and I'm excited to share more details about this terrific podcast for kids.

Podcast for Kids

Wow in the World tackles topics and questions related to a range of topics. The hosts Guy Raz and Mindy Thomas wonder aloud as they think about a wide array of issues and phenomenon in different corners of the world. From exploring why onions make people cry to why flamingos are pink in color, the topic of each podcast may vary, but it's all under the umbrella of wondering about our amazing world.

You don't have to listen to the podcast episodes in a particular order which makes it easy to dive into the list right away. You can scroll through the episode list to search for a topic related to student interest or an idea you'd like to explore with your class. If you know a student in your class has a specific interest in a particular topic - like they are always choosing books about worms or slugs - you might recommend a specific episode to a student or their family to explore.

In the classroom, the Wow in the World might connect to areas students are super interested in learning more about with this podcast for kids, you might decide to choose an episode to explore that connects to a specific topic you will investigate in your classroom. One example I love is the 3D printing episode. It provides background information on how 3D printing is different than traditional paper printing and provides context for how 3D printing is used in various industries. In addition to spotlighting the power of 3D printing in medicine, students will learn about the implications 3D printing has for creating products in outer space.

Podcast Activities for Students

Introduce a new episode to students by sharing the title and a handful of keywords related to the topic. You might decide to read the description to students too. Ask students to turn to a partner and share a few things they already know about the topic. As they build their lists, ask students to jot down some things they want to know about the subject or would hope to learn about in this episode.

Interview Questions

After listening to the podcast, ask students to think about their lingering or unanswered questions. In pairs, students can compile a list of questions they would like to ask Guy and Mindy about the topic. They might also develop interview questions for an expert on the same subject who you've located through Skype in the Classroom or on social media.

Reading Extensions

Before or after listening to a podcast episode, introduce a reading passage that connects to the topic of the episode. You might find an article on Newsela like this one on the solar eclipse to share with students after listening to the Wow in the World podcast episode on the same topic. I share more reading resources and favorites in this free poster.

Inquiry Questions

A Wow in the World podcast episode could be used to spark an inquiry investigation in your classroom. Students can brainstorm other topics they would like to explore - related to a episode or inspired by the sense of wonder the podcast promotes for listeners.

Podcast Creation

As students shift from content consumers (podcast listeners) to content creators (podcast recorders), they can make their own podcasts using the Wow in the World format as an exemplar. Using a collaborative, Chromebook-friendly tool like Soundtrap or an iOS-friendly tool like GarageBand, students can plan and record their own podcasts as they explore their very own curious questions and create a podcast for an authentic audience.

Video Spotlight

Students can create their own videos inspired by a Wow in the World podcast. They might spotlight a series of fun facts they've learned about a featured topic or create their own "wondering videos" that capture their own questions. Spark Video is a free and easy tool for creating videos, and I've created some graphic organizers that can help students get started with making their own movie.

Like any podcast or television show your students start listening to, they'll become familiar with the hosts, laugh at their jokes and understand how their personalities connect to content. Wow in the World is engaging, informative and will undoubtedly spark student curiosity!

Find out more about Wow in the World by visiting their website!

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I love a good podcast! From hearing stories about how people live around to world, to addressing questions you never knew you had, to diving deeper into current events, the possibilities with podcasts in the classroom are truly endless. Last year I came across Wow in the World, a podcast for kids from the folks at NPR.

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New Lessons, Fall 2017: Language & Writing, Authors & Literature and U.S History

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We have been writing all summer and fall to bring new lessons to you. Here are a few that have been added recently. Take a look!

Language and Writing

In the 17th century, people were determined to overcome communications barriers between the people of the world by creating a universal language. Listen to learn about The Unsuccessful Quest For A Universal Language to learn how that solution worked out. To translate oral language into written language, ancient civilizations developed systems of writing. Learn more about the ancient Phoenician alphabet in The Story Behind Every Letter A-Z . And punctuation! How important is the last comma in a list? Listen to how a comma cost a company a lot of money in The Meaning of the Oxford Comma . Writing essays for college applications can be daunting. Listen to this guidance on How to Use Your Voice to Write College Essays .

Authors and Literature

If you are reading books by Amy Tan, James Baldwin, Jhumpa Lahiri, Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Jane Goodall, or Julia Alvarez, check out these audio stories to listen to before, during, or after reading their novels.

Help your students see that reading books can inspire kindness by listening to Discussing Kindness with 'Wonder' and listen and learn about empathy in this story: Reading 'Harry Potter' and Developing Empathy. Highlight parallels between a fictional society and a contemporary society from this lesson, Dystopia and 'The Handmaid's Tale' . Books can also be a comfort, as in this story of reading Anna Karenina in prison: How 'Anna Karenina' Inspired Empathy . For another good story about rising above your situation, listen to A Letter from Phillis Wheatley , which tells of a woman born into slavery and became the first published African-American female poet.

Classic literature can be difficult for some, so listen to the creator of a podcast that explains James Joyce's novel, 'Ulysses': One Line at a Time . The Canterbury Tales took place in an area that has influenced many important British writers. Listen to the story, Re-Tracing Chaucer's Steps on the Canterbury Road, to see how these areas have changed in recent years.

U.S. History

If you are teaching about the start of our nation, you are in luck. We have posted these lessons that can give your students more insight into this time in America's history.

If you are teaching about the Civil War, and are looking for an inspirational speech, listen to Lincoln's Gettysburg Address and hear about how Lincoln tied the soldier's sacrifice to America's founding principles. Harriet Tubman was a spy for the United States Army during the American Civil War, along with freeing slaves using the Underground Railroad. Listen to this new museum in Maryland on the site of Harriet Tubman's Birthplace .

During the Gilded Age of the late 1800s, leaders of industry and finance had unprecedented wealth, influence, and power. Listen to hear the Parallels Between the New American Barons and the Gilded Age . Andrew Carnegie was one of the richest industrialists of the Gilded Age, but also donated nearly all of his wealth to charity. Listen to his story: Andrew Carnegie and His Library Legacy.

Kicking off the Industrial Revolution, Franklin Delano Roosevelt described the New Deal to Americans in the middle of the Great Depression in Listen to this story to hear about Ford's experimental ideal community in the Amazon - FDR's New Deal Speech. Around the same time, Henry Ford was looking to expand his auto industry into Brazil. Fordlandia: Failed Jungle Utopia .

Happy Listening!

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Talk of fake news is everywhere but how do you begin to teach about it in the classroom? Start with an exploration of the rise of fake news, and why kids should care. Then, delve into the media literacy skills that students need to evaluate news critically.

What is Fake News and Why is it a Problem?

In Dictionary.com's next update, the online reference will add a definition for the term fake news:

Fake news: false news stories, often of a sensational nature, created to be widely shared online for the purpose of generating ad revenue via web traffic or discrediting a public figure, political movement, company, etc.

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Teaching Your Students About Fake News - Listenwise Teacher Support Center

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Explore classroom resources and lesson plans on fake news and media literacy Talk of fake news is everywhere but how do you begin to teach about it in the classroom? Start with an exploration of the rise of fake news, and why kids should care.

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https://storycorps.org/

Grades 6–12

One of the largest oral history projects of its kind, StoryCorps consists of more than 50,000 interviews from more than 80,000 participants. Students at just about any grade level or in any subject area could use the StoryCorps interviews in a variety of ways. In a National Teachers Initiative section, listeners can find interviews between teachers and students or former students. The interviews can be used as writing prompts, discussion topics, primary sources for research projects, and more. Students also can record their own stories.

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GRADES 6–12

Science Friday with Ira Flatow covers a variety of complex science topics, which are great for high school students to use in research or when developing a project or paper. For middle school teachers, Kidsnet offers the Science Friday Kids’ Connection curriculum referencing the Science Friday material but in a form more digestible for that age group. Teachers can find any scientific subject covered in the archives, so no matter what you’re teaching, the podcast and accompanying curriculum can be priceless (and you may learn a thing or two as well!)

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Most Recent Episode

In an interview from 2002, Jane Goodall gave Ira a lesson in how to speak with chimps. Plus, highlights from the 33rd First Annual Ig Nobel Prize Ceremony, which celebrate the silly side of science. And, stories that share the research of a few Ig Nobel winners.

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Hardcore History
http://www.dancarlin.com/hardcore-history-series/
Grades 9–12

Every teacher and student knows that, while history may not have been boring, history textbooks often are. Hardcore History with Dan Carlin is aiming to change all that, with honest and dramatic looks at historical figures and events that go far outside the basic historical outline many of us learned. While Hardcore History is not released on a predictable schedule and the episodes are often very long, it brings history to life in an invaluable way. History teachers who take the time to curate clips may find that their students have a whole new interest in learning.

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Grammar Girl
http://grammar.quickanddirtytips.com/

Grades 9–12

Grammar is notoriously boring, but Grammar Girl, part of the Quick and Dirty Tips Network, manages to make it interesting, and English teachers everywhere are grateful. The website has transcripts of each episode, but the audio delivery is animated and friendly and probably of more interest to students. This podcast is best for middle and high school students and incorporates both traditional grammar questions and more quirky analysis of new types of grammar unique to social media, for example.

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Youth Radio
https://youthradio.org/

Grades 6–12

Youth Radio is not only a great podcast for students, but it's also created by kids. The kid journalists of Youth Radio offer a very honest take on hot-button issues and current events, with perspectives that don't often appear in the standard news world. Youth Radio segments can spark discussion on anything from Afghanistan to graffiti to the economy (they're often featured on NPR's Marketplace). Your students may even be inspired to start producing their own pieces.

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This I Believe
http://thisibelieve.org/

Grades 6–12

This I Believe was a radio series on NPR (now archived) that focused on the writing, sharing, and discussing of people's core beliefs through short personal essays. In the classroom, teachers can use This I Believe to get students to write about their own experiences. Personal experiences, beliefs, and values can make a rich foundation for classroom discussions, but you'll want to make sure you've created a safe space for sharing. A companion book and website offer plenty of resources for teachers and students to work on personal essays

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Listen to my podcast interview with Monica Brady-Meyerov (transcript):

This is a sponsored post. All opinions are my own.

I have been a fan of public radio for decades. The quality of reporting, the depth of storytelling, the luxurious length of time spent on a single feature, it helps me to dig in, to learn with my senses, to actually care about a topic because I've gotten to know the people involved.

Every day, dozens of exceptional stories are published on public radio, and they have the potential to offer our students that same rich experience, helping them connect to the content in ways written text can't reach them. Imagine listening to an interview with Elie Wiesel when learning about the Holocaust, or having your study of the Civil Rights Movement include activist Franklin McCain's description of participating in a lunch counter sit-in. If you happen to catch a broadcast on a topic you're teaching, that's lucky. If not, you might try to find something in a station's website archives, but otherwise that outstanding content is tucked away, hard to find unless you know exactly what you're looking for.

Now that has changed. The people at Listenwise have made it their mission to bring public radio podcasts directly to the classroom. They curate a growing collection of professionally produced podcasts, organize and tag them into categories, and build a set of outstanding instructional resources around each one. With Listenwise, teachers can easily use podcasts as classroom texts, amplifying content and giving students practice in required listening skills.

Suppose I'm a science teacher wanting to teach about ecosystems. I can plug that term into the search bar on Listenwise, and I'll get a list of all the podcasts in their library that have some connection to ecosystems. Here's just part of my search results:

Let's say I choose the one about overfishing. When I click on that, I go to a page where the podcast itself is embedded in a player right on the page. I also get free resources to use with my students: a graphic organizer that helps students follow along as they listen plus a list of listening comprehension questions, so I can monitor whether students are really paying attention.

Notice that some of my search results were marked with a content area label, while others were called "Current Events." The Current Events stories, which are added every weekday, don't have the player embedded on the page; instead, these link right to the original podcast on the page of whatever public radio outlet originally produced them. Listening comprehension questions are provided for these as well.

So far, everything I've described is completely free, an excellent set of tools for finding just the right stories to complement your content. But Listenwise also has a premium subscription for schools and districts that offers so much more.

Listenwise Premium, which is only offered on a school-subscription basis, includes an incredible set of support materials and tools to help you and your students get the most from the podcast library. The supports include:

Interactive transcripts that allow students to read along with the podcast while they listen, highlighting each word as it is spoken. This offers incredible scaffolding for English language learners, not to mention any other student who just wants a little extra support. Because the vocabulary used in public radio reporting tends to be more challenging, seeing those words written down can go a long way toward boosting comprehension for any student.

Variable playback speed, giving students the option to play the podcast at its original speed or slowed down. This is another feature that's wonderful for English language learners.

Vocabulary lists defining key terms that appear in the podcast. The lists are divided into several tiers, which allows you to differentiate for students if desired.

Standards-aligned lesson plans for science, social studies, and English language arts, which help teachers build solid lessons to accompany each podcast. Lessons can also be searched for by standard.

Listen to this lesson on Child Soldiers here.

Another key feature of Listenwise Premium is the ability to create student accounts. This allows teachers to set up classes, assign podcasts to some or all of their students, customize lessons and discussion questions however they like, and assess student responses, all inside the Listenwise platform. Using the site this way makes the most of flipped or blended learning, allowing your students to consume content on their own and freeing you up to interact with students one-on-one or go more in-depth with class discussions of the content. This video demonstrates how to set up a lesson with Listenwise Premium:

Aside from the fact that public radio podcasts are superlative in quality and simply offer students a break from the way they typically consume content, these podcasts help teachers satisfy state and national standards that require students to develop listening skills. As a former English language arts teacher myself, I will admit that these were the standards that often got left behind. It was easy to find ways to have students work on writing, reading, and even speaking, but I rarely made time to explicitly teach listening skills, as the Common Core requires. Part of the reason for this oversight is that I didn't have a lot of materials available for listening practice. With the podcasts on Listenwise, such as the story about the Freedom Riders, or the legal impact of Upton Sinclair's book, The Jungle, that problem is solved.

We live in a time when digital content-in the form of text, video and audio-is available to us like never before. Still, we only have so many hours in a day to find the materials that are just right for our students; that lack of time can keep us doing the same things the same way. With a tool like Listenwise, you can easily bring your classroom into the 21st century without sacrificing time or quality. In fact, with the years of experience public radio stations already bring to the table, you get the high standards of old-school journalism delivered with high-tech efficiency; truly the best of both worlds. ♦

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Listen to my podcast interview with Monica Brady-Meyerov (transcript): This is a sponsored post. All opinions are my own. I have been a fan of public radio for decades.

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CLASSICS FOR KIDS

classicsforkids.com

Age Range: Materials available for grades K-5, but content would be interesting to anyone wanting to learn about composers

The short episodes of this classical music podcast introduce listeners to different composers, often taking several episodes to study specific pieces or aspects of a composer’s work. The site also offers lesson plans, games, and other activities to supplement the show.

Sample Episode: Scott Joplin: Ragtime Music

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digital.vpr.net/programs/why-podcast-curious-kids

Age Range: Best for ages 5-10, but interesting to all curious minds

Produced by Vermont Public Radio, each episode of this podcast starts with an audio recording of a child asking a question (listeners are invited to send in their own), such as why people have different religions, why the sea is salty, and whether bumblebees have hearts. The rest of the episode goes on to answer that question by inviting experts to share their knowledge on the topic in simple language kids can understand.

Sample Episode: Why is soccer called “soccer” instead of “football”?

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Wow in the World
http://www.npr.org/podcasts/510321/wow-in-the-world

Grades K–6

NPR's brand-new podcast premiered on May 15, 2017. It's the first NPR podcast to be aimed at kids, and the goal is to "guide curious kids and their grown-ups away from their screens and on a journey." While the specific topics the podcast will cover remain to be seen, the creators say it will focus on important science and technology subjects and questions that families -- or classrooms -- can explore together.

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BRAINS ON!

brainson.org

Age Range: Best for ages 6-12, but interesting to all curious minds

Every teacher knows that kids love to ask questions, and science provides plenty of questions for them to be curious about. Brains On tackles questions and topics that are totally relevant to kids’ interests, including slime, dinosaur bones, fire, lasers, and airplanes. Teachers can encourage students to take one of the topics and research it more completely or to use it as a jumping-off point for science experiments and research-related questions.

Each episode of this science podcast is co-hosted by a different kid, tackling their questions with interviews, fun segments, and the occasional musical number. Episodes cover a wide range of topics like carnivorous plants, interpreting dog and cat sounds, and life on other planets.

Sample Episode: Mosquitoes: What are they good for?

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SHABAM!

shabamshow.com

Age Range: Best for ages 8-18, but entertaining for older ages as well

This fast-paced, quirky podcast uses fictional stories to teach listeners about science. It’s hosted by an emergency medicine physician, a science journalist, and a filmmaker. Season 1 tells the story of three kids who are separated from their parents during a zombie apocalypse.

Sample Episode: Episode 1: Brain Traps
(Note: The audio player on this site takes some time to kick in after you press play.)

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THE SHOW ABOUT SCIENCE

soundcloud.com/the-show-about-science

Age Range: Best for ages 3-9, but fun for curious minds of any age!

This science interview show is hosted by 6-year-old Nate, and while it has some serious science chops, it’s also just plain adorable. Nate talks to scientists about everything from alligators to radiation to vultures, in his distinctly original interviewing style.

Sample Episode: Ants with Mikey Bustos

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SHORT & CURLY

abc.net.au/radio/programs/shortandcurly

Age Range: Best for ages 7-12, appropriate for any age

Short & Curly is an ethics podcast from Australia. The hosts investigate dilemmas relevant to kids, like whether you have to love your sibling or whether Pokemon Go is actually playing you.

Sample Episode: Is it ever okay to lie?

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bookclubforkids.org

Age Range: Best for ages 9-14, appropriate for any age

In every episode of this podcast, a different group of kids discusses a young adult book. Each episode also features a celebrity reader and an interview with the book’s author.

Sample Episode: Chains by Laurie Halse Anderson

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TUMBLE

tumblepodcast.com
Age Range: Best for ages 6-12, appropriate for any age

Tumble is a science podcast that shares the stories behind science discovery. It explores how science actually works as a process. With stories ranging from reaching the deepest part of the ocean to hunting for black holes in distant galaxies, Tumble is co-hosted by a science journalist and a teacher.

Sample Episode: The Mystery of When Brains and Sports Collide

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Last week I finished a day leading professional development for teachers and jumped in my rental car. I was about to embark on a solo drive to visit family who lived a few hours away. Before pulling out of my spot in the parking lot I entered my destination on Google Maps and opened my Podcast app to pick a few episodes for my journey.

No matter where I am or how I'm traveling from one week to the next, podcasts have become such a huge part of my daily learning. From road trips and long walks to putting away groceries and folding laundry, podcasts have offered motivation, inspiration and sparked my curiosity as an educator. Those of you familiar with my newsletter know I love to spotlight podcasts. I thought I'd share a few of my favorites teacher podcasts to add to your summer playlist!
The podcasts on this list can be played in the Podcast app on an iOS device, played directly from the web browser of your device, or accessed on other services mentioned in the links below.
15 Teacher Podcasts for Your Summer Playlist

If you are super busy and looking for quick, actionable tips, you'll definitely want to check out Vicki Davis' 10-Minute Teacher Podcast. What I love about Vicki's style is how she makes sure her listener walks away with strategies they can put into practice tomorrow.

Fellow Apple Distinguished Educator Kelly Cory hosts the Wired Educator Podcast. Kelly has interviewed lots of educators and authors and provides listeners with insight into educational leadership.

A few weeks ago I heard Angela Watson share her story at the Tomorrow's Teachers Today Conference. Her podcast, Truth for Teachers is designed to help teachers stay energized throughout the school year.

The EduGladiators podcast covers a range of topics hosted by an amazing team of EduGladiators. Check out the archive of podcasts on their website to pick a topic to explore.

TLTalkRadio with Lynn Fuini-Hetten and Randy Ziegenfuss explores popular and important topics in education. Their most recent episodes feature a discussion on empathy in education and practical tips for personalized learning.

Last year at EdTechXEurope, I had the chance to meet Sophie Bailey the host of the Edtech Podcast. She interviews educators and entrepreneurs in the space of educational technology providing a global perspective of trends in the industry.

Christopher J. Nesi's podcast House of #EdTech covers topics related to education technology. He is a fellow New Jersey educator and has highlighted augmented reality, virtual reality and sketchnoting on his podcast.

The Dr. Will Show is an education podcast that has featured a variety of leaders in the field of education. Dr. Will records his podcast through Google Hangout so you can watch the interviews live or view the recordings at a later date.

The EdSurge podcast is perfect for learning about players in the education field. Its episodes highlight the stories of familiar and new companies and issues facing educators at all stages in their careers.

On The EdTech Takeout you can hear about big ideas in the space of education technology as well as strategies for your own classroom. Their podcast is divided into: New Menu items, the Main Course, Tech Nuggets, and a Catch of the Day.

TeacherCast is hosted by Jeffrey Bradbury, Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey and an ASCD Emerging Leader. It features a range of educator voices and tips for teachers.

The Cult of Pedagogy Podcast from Jennifer Gonzalez covers a range of topics for teachers. Episodes include spotlights of special tools and strategies for classroom teachers.

Brian Sztabnik is a fellow Edutopia blogger and an English teacher from Long Island, New York. He hosts The Talks with Teachers podcast that spotlights leaders in the field of education.

Teachers Talking Tech explores a range of topics in the education technology field. Their recent episodes include a discussion of Apple Clips and Google Expeditions.

If you want to preview a few kid-friendly podcasts this summer, this list of six includes a few favorites. The folks at NPR have just released a brand new podcast for kids called Wow in the World. It's a high-energy podcast that addresses a range of questions for curious children. In this post you'll find a few tips for making the most of podcasts in your classroom.
Want to create your own podcast? Do you have something to share? Definitely check out Soundtrap, an awesome recording tool - they'll be at ISTE in booth 2958 if you want to meet their team!
Author: Monica

Monica Burns is an Author, Speaker, Curriculum & EdTech Consultant and Apple Distinguished Educator. Visit her site ClassTechTips.com for more ideas on how to become a tech-savvy teacher.

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Last week I finished a day leading professional development for teachers and jumped in my rental car. I was about to embark on a solo drive to visit family who lived a few hours away. Before pulling out of my spot in the parking lot I entered my destination on Google Maps and opened my Podcast app to pick a few episodes for my journey.

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Do you listen to podcasts? I do! I love them. Podcasts are a great way to get PD on the go. You can listen in the car, on your run, during your workout, or whatever you prefer. I teamed up with my friend, Matt Miller, from DitchThatTextbook.com to create The Google Teacher Tribe podcast. We just completed our first season, and I don't want you to miss out on this fun and FREE PD! You might say, I am #superexcited to share this with you!

What is a Podcast?

In case you are new podcasts, let me explain. An audio podcast is like a recorded radio show that you can subscribe to using your favorite device. Think of it like talk radio on demand. Only with The Google Teacher Tribe, we are talking Google and sharing ways that you can use Google tools in your classroom. Most episodes are 30-40 minutes, so it's not a huge time commitment. And since it's a recording, you can always pause and come back later. Oh, and you don't have to worry about taking notes. We share everything in our show notes at GoogleTeacherTribe.com.

What is the Google Teacher Tribe Podcast?

The Google Teacher Tribe Podcast is a weekly podcast designed to give teachers practical ideas for using G Suite and other Google tools that you can use in your class tomorrow. We offer our favorite Google tips and tricks, important updates, and effective strategies for K-12 teachers. But wait...there's more! We also have interviews with innovative and inspiring teachers.

How to Subscribe

You can subscribe to the Podcast on iOS, Android, Stitcher or RSS

Join the Tribe!

You can even get the show notes sent straight to your inbox by joining the Tribe and our email list. And if you join our email list, we will send you a cool VIP badge!

**Already a listener? Let us know your favorite episode or segment in the comments below.

In case you missed out on the first twenty episodes of the podcast, I've got a summary below. Click on the episode link to access the show notes.

In our first episode, Matt and I discuss the purpose of the Google Teacher Tribe, introduce ourselves and share our journey through the Google Innovator Academy. We also share some Google news and updates, and some special resources from our blogs.

In our first interview, we talk with TOSA, Karly Moura. Karly shares her favorite Google tips and tools, some fun ways to use Google Expeditions, the @gafehelp project, AND a FREE lesson plan!

In this episode, Matt and I dig deeper into all that the New Google Sites has to offer. We share our favorite features and discuss what's missing.

In this episode, we talk with special education teacher, Carrie Baughcum, and she shares how she integrates Google into her curriculum and empowers students with creative thinking, a fearless attitude, and gamification.

In episode 5, Matt and I share our favorite tips and tricks for differentiation using Google Classroom.

Think that the little ones can't use Google? You're wrong! And kindergarten teacher, Christine Pinto, shares the why and how she takes full advantage of G Suite in her classroom.

In this episode, Matt and I discuss ideas for video projects with G Suite. Learn our favorite tips, tricks, and lesson ideas!

In this very special interview, we talk with a high school student tech support team, The Chrome Squad, from Royse City High School. Learn how they support teachers and students at their 1-1 high school with tutorials, badges, just in time learning and more!

Google Forms can go far beyond a simple survey tool. In this episode, Matt and I share our favorite features and ways to make the most of Google Forms in your classroom.

In this interview, we introduce you to Digital Literacy Resource Teacher, Jen Giffen, who share some amazing Google Drive tips to spice up the look and feel!

Now that Google Keep is officially part of G Suite for Education, take a deeper dive and learn how this robust tool can support the learning in your classroom.

In this episode, we share our favorite Chrome extensions for staying productive in and out of the classroom.

In this special interview with literacy expert, Shaelynn Farnsworth, we learn how G Suite tools can support young writers through every step of the writing process!

G Suite is loaded with so many free tools, but there are many hidden gems you may not even know about! Listen to this episode to learn more!

In this episode, we interview the "G Math Guy," John McGowan, and he shares how you can go digital and paperless in the math classroom.

Have you seen the NEW Google Earth!!!! It is absolutely fantastic! In this episode, Matt and I dig deep into this amazing tool and share our favorite ideas for classroom integration.

Google Docs is a great word processor that is loaded with features. Let's dive in and learn some super cool tips and tricks!

Did you know that Google Slides can do much more than just create presentations? Listen to this episode to get creative with Google Slides and up your Google game!

Digital Storytelling is such a fun way to increase learning and engagement in the classroom, and G Suite gives us a ton of options to tell stories in new ways! Listen to learn more!

This episode is dedicated to The Google Teacher Tribe-that's you! We learn so much from the Tribe that we wanted to share the love, the ideas, and amazing things you are doing in your classroom.

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PinterestDo you listen to podcasts? I do! I love them. Podcasts are a great way to get PD on the go. You can listen in the car, on your run, during your workout, or whatever you prefer. I teamed up with my friend, Matt Miller, from DitchThatTextbook.com to create The Google Teacher Tribe podcast.