Monica Burns @ClassTechTips
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Monica Burns @ClassTechTips
@classtechtips.com
I help make #EdTech easier — blog + books + podcast + club — Find it all: http://ClassTechTips.com — Want to work together or say hello? Let’s chat! [email protected] #EduSky #Education
NEW today! 📘 Want to simplify your classroom tech?

🛠️ Tammy Musiowsky Borneman shares strategies for future proofing your setup.

🤝 This episode is in partnership with @jotform.com classtechtips.com/2026/01/09/c...
January 9, 2026 at 5:09 PM
🧩 Ready to keep everything for a lesson in one place? #EduSky

🗂️ Netboard.me makes it easy to organize interactive learning pages with tabs, sections, and color coded columns.

📌 I’m excited to partner with Netboard.me for this new post, read it here: classtechtips.com/2026/01/08/i...
January 8, 2026 at 5:14 PM
NEW today! 📘 Interested in expanding your professional library? #EduSky

🎙️ I share tips for using books to strengthen your practice.

💡 You’ll get ideas inspired by over 100 titles from past guests.
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8 Ways to Use Education Books for Professional Learning- Easy EdTech Podcast 352 - Class Tech Tips
Learn ways to use education books for professional learning with 100+ expert-recommended reads to help you grow & stay current as an educator.
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January 6, 2026 at 4:44 PM
💬 I use dictation in a lot of different apps, and would consider myself a big "voice-to-texter."

💻 If dictation has felt frustrating in the past, this one is worth a try.

🥳 Here is my give a month/get a month referral link: wisprflow.ai/r?MONICA268

#EduSky
January 3, 2026 at 4:35 PM
💬 I asked NotebookLM to create an infographic based on a post that went live on the blog this week.

💛 Which one is your favorite? #EduSky
January 2, 2026 at 6:56 PM
🎧 Want to bring podcasts into your classroom? #EduSky

📚 I’m sharing 12 practical tips—no fancy equipment needed!

🌟 Explore student-friendly strategies right here: classtechtips.com/2025/12/31/u...
12 Tips for Using Podcasts with Students - Class Tech Tips
Explore 12 creative tips for using podcasts with students to boost engagement, build literacy skills, and spark inquiry-based learning.
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December 31, 2025 at 6:09 PM
🆕 New today! #EduSky

🌱 In this episode, I chat with Annie Brock and Heather Hundley about how to support growth mindset goal setting with the help of EdTech.

🎧 Tune in here: classtechtips.com/2025/12/30/g...
Goal Setting with a Growth Mindset with Annie Brock and Heather Hundley - Easy EdTech Podcast 351 - Class Tech Tips
Learn how Annie Brock & Heather Hundley use EdTech to support growth mindset goal setting for teachers & students.
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December 30, 2025 at 6:21 PM
🎉 So this is fun: If you've joined me for an in-person or virtual workshop you know I love using @padlet.com to organize resources. #EduSky

From the email I received: I'm in the top 0.1% of all Padlet creators worldwide.

🤔 If you had to guess, what tools might put you in the top 0.1% of users?
December 20, 2025 at 5:16 PM
New today! 📝 Want assessments that feel more authentic?

🎙️ Michael Hernandez aka @cinehead.bsky.social explains how to redesign tasks so they cannot be easily copied.

🤝 This episode is in partnership with @jotform.com classtechtips.com/2025/12/19/a...
December 19, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Looking back on the year... here are a few of the most popular posts on the blog and episodes of the Easy EdTech Podcast!
#EduSky

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December 18, 2025 at 9:43 PM
🧠 Want to use student data more effectively? #EduSky

📊 I share simple formative assessment strategies you can try right away.

📘 Check out the full list here: classtechtips.com/2025/12/17/f...
December 17, 2025 at 6:13 PM
NEW Today! 🎉 Want fresh ideas for the 100th day of school? #EduSky

🎙️ This episode highlights creative tech friendly ways to celebrate.

💡 You’ll hear simple activities students will love! classtechtips.com/2025/12/16/1...
Creative Ways to Celebrate the 100th Day of School - Easy EdTech Podcast 350 - Class Tech Tips
Celebrate the 100th day of school with fun, tech-friendly activities that boost student collaboration, creativity, & critical thinking!
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December 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM
🧠 Want to help students stay focused during long learning blocks? #EduSky

🧠 This post shares 11 classroom brain breaks you can mix into your daily routine.

📎 Read the full post here: classtechtips.com/2025/12/10/c...
11 Classroom Brain Breaks to Keep Students Engaged - Class Tech Tips
Discover 11 classroom brain breaks to boost student focus, reduce frustration, and keep learners energized throughout the school day.
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December 10, 2025 at 6:27 PM
NEW today! 📘 Looking for ways to make homework more engaging? #EduSky

🤖 This episode explores how AI tools create study guides, instant feedback, and interactive resources.

✨ You’ll pick up ideas to support student independence at home. classtechtips.com/2025/12/09/h...
AI-Powered Tools for Homework Help - Easy EdTech Podcast 349 - Class Tech Tips
Transform learning with AI-powered homework help! Create study guides, interactive games, & instant feedback to boost student independence.
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December 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM
📽️ Want to do more with Google Slides? #EduSky

🧡 I’m sharing 18 creative ways to use it for teaching and learning.

✨ Explore tips for collaboration, interactivity, and more: classtechtips.com/2025/12/03/g...
18 Reasons I Love Google Slides for Teachers - Class Tech Tips
Explore 18 creative ways to use Google Slides for teachers—boost engagement, streamline planning, and make the most of this EdTech tool.
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December 3, 2025 at 6:10 PM
NEW today! 🎧 Want to check for understanding in a creative way? #EduSky

🎙️ In this episode, Katie Brooks shares how she uses student podcast projects in her ELA classroom.

💡 It's full of tips for using choice boards and recording tools to elevate student voice! classtechtips.com/2025/12/02/s...
December 2, 2025 at 7:20 PM
🌆 A few weeks ago, I had the chance to give the closing keynote at a special event Toddle hosted in NYC.

🤝 It was wonderful to connect with educators from the region (and beyond) and explore the role of AI in their learning communities.

📸 Here are a few pictures from the Toddle team #EduSky
December 1, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Honored that my Easy EdTech Podcast is at the top of the list!

🎉 Episode 348 goes live next week which means there are 300+ episodes ready for you to explore. #EduSky

🔎 Use the search bar on my blog to find an episode: classtechtips.com/blog/
November 29, 2025 at 4:36 PM
NEW today! 🎥 Want to make the most of YouTube in the classroom? #EduSky

🧰 This blog post has 15 tips to help you save time and boost student engagement.

📎 Read it here: classtechtips.com/2025/11/26/y...
15 YouTube in the Classroom Tips to Save You Time - Class Tech Tips
Discover 15 time-saving tips for using YouTube in the classroom to boost engagement, streamline planning, and support all learners.
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November 26, 2025 at 7:04 PM
NEW today! 🧩 Ready for fresh ideas to stay organized during the school week? #EduSky

📂 This episode highlights time-saving tools like Google Keep, Wakelet, Adobe Express, and Slack.

🎧 Tune in to hear how they can support your workflow. classtechtips.com/2025/11/25/p...
Time-Saving Productivity Tools for Teachers - Easy EdTech Podcast 347 - Class Tech Tips
Discover game-changing productivity tools for teachers that will transform your lesson planning, classroom management, and daily workflow.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:29 PM
🫣 Have you checked out the updates in NotebookLM #EduSky?

I worked with a group of Colorado educators last week and we explored some of the updates.

Here are a few snapshots of an infographic and slide deck based on a collection of resources on the Grand Canyon.

Let me know if you've tried it 👇
November 24, 2025 at 4:20 PM
📝 Teaching vocabulary across content areas? #EduSky

🎯 I share 5 powerful strategies with EdTech tools to make it more effective.

✨ Ideas + tools like Diffit, Brisk & more: classtechtips.com/2025/11/19/t...
5 Ways to Teach Vocabulary in Any Subject Area - Class Tech Tips
Discover how to teach vocabulary with podcasts including tips to boost literacy, spark curiosity, and make word learning stick for students.
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November 19, 2025 at 8:28 PM
NEW today! #EduSky

💡 Looking for ways to make online learning more interactive?

🎙️ This episode highlights 5 lessons from hosting AI webinars for educators.

🎧 You’ll hear some of my favorite tips: classtechtips.com/2025/11/18/a...
Behind the Screen Lessons from Hosting AI Webinars for Teachers - Easy EdTech Podcast 346 - Class Tech Tips
5 game-changing lessons from AI webinars for teachers! Make your workshops interactive and transform your virtual teaching with AI.
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November 18, 2025 at 8:34 PM
📦 Tired of juggling sticky notes, tabs, and to-do lists? #EduSky

🧠 These 13 tools for teacher organization might surprise you—in the best way.

🖥️ See how they can simplify your school day: classtechtips.com/2025/11/12/t...
13 Somewhat Surprising Tools for Teacher Organization - Class Tech Tips
Discover 13 digital tools for teacher organization to streamline tasks, boost productivity, and reduce stress in your daily routine.
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November 12, 2025 at 5:46 PM
NEW today! 📚 Hear how a librarian is using AI to inspire students #EduSky

🤖 Charity Hatley shares tips for streamlining research, evaluating books, & creating engaging activities.

💡 You’ll hear how tools like ChatGPT & Gemini can boost media literacy & creativity. classtechtips.com/2025/11/11/a...
November 11, 2025 at 6:35 PM