Phil Macoun
@pmacoun.bsky.social
#IB MYP/DP Design Teacher, #ISTE Certified Educator, Google Certified Trainer/Innovator, MAELM @RoyalRoads; Father, Husband, Climber.
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Have you seen this year's featured speakers for #DitchSummit???
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Topics include student curiosity, AI, engagement, motivation, practical teaching ideas, and much more!
➡️ Register for this FREE online conference for educators Dec 15 through Jan 11: http://DitchSummit.com
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Topics include student curiosity, AI, engagement, motivation, practical teaching ideas, and much more!
➡️ Register for this FREE online conference for educators Dec 15 through Jan 11: http://DitchSummit.com
October 27, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Have you seen this year's featured speakers for #DitchSummit???
🔥🔥🔥
Topics include student curiosity, AI, engagement, motivation, practical teaching ideas, and much more!
➡️ Register for this FREE online conference for educators Dec 15 through Jan 11: http://DitchSummit.com
🔥🔥🔥
Topics include student curiosity, AI, engagement, motivation, practical teaching ideas, and much more!
➡️ Register for this FREE online conference for educators Dec 15 through Jan 11: http://DitchSummit.com
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Google's NotebookLM is incredible! 📝 Discover AI powered note taking, document analysis, and create an engaging podcast about anything!
Google NotebookLM for teachers: 10 things to know for educators
https://f.mtr.cool/mewpqkrhbv #googleAI #edtech #AIinEdu #ai
Google NotebookLM for teachers: 10 things to know for educators
https://f.mtr.cool/mewpqkrhbv #googleAI #edtech #AIinEdu #ai
September 25, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Google's NotebookLM is incredible! 📝 Discover AI powered note taking, document analysis, and create an engaging podcast about anything!
Google NotebookLM for teachers: 10 things to know for educators
https://f.mtr.cool/mewpqkrhbv #googleAI #edtech #AIinEdu #ai
Google NotebookLM for teachers: 10 things to know for educators
https://f.mtr.cool/mewpqkrhbv #googleAI #edtech #AIinEdu #ai
Tried using AI with my students yesterday. I would say the results were mixed :-) philmacoun.ca/thoughts-on-... #edchat
Thoughts on using Gemini with students – Transition Zone
philmacoun.ca
August 25, 2025 at 11:27 PM
Tried using AI with my students yesterday. I would say the results were mixed :-) philmacoun.ca/thoughts-on-... #edchat
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Just launched my book to help #teachers use #Gemini #AI, so please take a look and see how it can help you save time, get a better understanding of what AI can and can't do! #EDUSky
amazon.com/dp/B0FJQRGPL8
amazon.com/dp/B0FJQRGPL8
The Missing Manual: Gemini AI For Teachers
Amazon.com: The Missing Manual: Gemini AI For Teachers eBook : Abela, James: Kindle Store
amazon.com
July 24, 2025 at 4:57 AM
Just launched my book to help #teachers use #Gemini #AI, so please take a look and see how it can help you save time, get a better understanding of what AI can and can't do! #EDUSky
amazon.com/dp/B0FJQRGPL8
amazon.com/dp/B0FJQRGPL8
"Let’s remember that learning happens in the connection between the learner and the world." #EduSky
www.tes.com/magazine/ana...
www.tes.com/magazine/ana...
How education must adapt in today's rapidly changing world
The director general of the International Baccalaureate says education needs to confront huge social and technological changes, not shy away from them
www.tes.com
June 19, 2025 at 3:32 PM
"Let’s remember that learning happens in the connection between the learner and the world." #EduSky
www.tes.com/magazine/ana...
www.tes.com/magazine/ana...
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A typical European car is parked 92% of the time. It spends 1/5th of its driving time looking for parking. Its 5 seats only move 1.5 people. 86% of its fuel never reaches the wheels, and most of the energy that does, moves the car, not the people.
Sound efficient?
HT @ellenmacarthurfdn.bsky.social
Sound efficient?
HT @ellenmacarthurfdn.bsky.social
May 10, 2025 at 2:49 AM
A typical European car is parked 92% of the time. It spends 1/5th of its driving time looking for parking. Its 5 seats only move 1.5 people. 86% of its fuel never reaches the wheels, and most of the energy that does, moves the car, not the people.
Sound efficient?
HT @ellenmacarthurfdn.bsky.social
Sound efficient?
HT @ellenmacarthurfdn.bsky.social
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Padlet is testing its own collection of AI assistance tools for teachers, called Padlet TA. It’s in beta at ta.padlet.com, free to use, and doesn’t require a login.
Padlet TA
Create lesson plans, presentations, quizzes, worksheets and more with AI powered apps for teachers.
ta.padlet.com
March 4, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Padlet is testing its own collection of AI assistance tools for teachers, called Padlet TA. It’s in beta at ta.padlet.com, free to use, and doesn’t require a login.
Hey #EduSky I am running a 1 hr workshop for a range of teachers tomorrow on 3D Printing/TinkerCad and want to share some examples of how 3d printing could be used to enrich curriculum in different subjects. Anyone know of some good examples or resources I could share?
January 9, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Hey #EduSky I am running a 1 hr workshop for a range of teachers tomorrow on 3D Printing/TinkerCad and want to share some examples of how 3d printing could be used to enrich curriculum in different subjects. Anyone know of some good examples or resources I could share?
Thoughtful essay on "The Implications of Generative Artificial Intelligence on Education and Curriculum: from Generation to Curation" www.ibe.unesco.org/en/articles/... #EduSky
The Implications of Generative Artificial Intelligence on Education and Curriculum: from Generation to Curation
Author: Conrad Hughes, Director General of the International School of Geneva
www.ibe.unesco.org
December 3, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Thoughtful essay on "The Implications of Generative Artificial Intelligence on Education and Curriculum: from Generation to Curation" www.ibe.unesco.org/en/articles/... #EduSky
Wow. The ability of AI to persuade is scary.
One thing I worry about with AI is that it is very good at persuasion, as studies have shown, even when it is persuading you of something wrong.
For example, I asked Claude to create 10 pseudo-profound sounding leadership lessons that sounded good but were toxic. It did "well"😬
For example, I asked Claude to create 10 pseudo-profound sounding leadership lessons that sounded good but were toxic. It did "well"😬
December 3, 2024 at 5:59 AM
Wow. The ability of AI to persuade is scary.
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I've been a #Gmail user since beta, when you needed an invite! I 💙 Gmail, but sometimes my inbox is overwhelming...here are my top 10 tips to manage your Gmail inbox so you don't feel like this 👇 each time you open it (my favorite is #6)
#EduSky #ISTEcert #GoogleET #GoogleEC #EduCoach
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#EduSky #ISTEcert #GoogleET #GoogleEC #EduCoach
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November 30, 2024 at 8:28 PM
Thanks @alicekeeler.com Found a bunch of great starter packs in your spreadsheet.
November 30, 2024 at 8:01 AM
Thanks @alicekeeler.com Found a bunch of great starter packs in your spreadsheet.
A lot of good stuff in here.
November 27, 2024 at 10:40 PM
A lot of good stuff in here.
A3. Great colleagues and awesome students. Most days don't really feel like work. #eduskychat
November 26, 2024 at 2:24 AM
A3. Great colleagues and awesome students. Most days don't really feel like work. #eduskychat
A1. When you live overseas breaks often involve flying. For me the transition is that moment when I have cleared security and have nothing to do but hang out and look forward to seeing family again. #eduskychat
November 26, 2024 at 2:13 AM
A1. When you live overseas breaks often involve flying. For me the transition is that moment when I have cleared security and have nothing to do but hang out and look forward to seeing family again. #eduskychat
A1. Hi everyone. I am a Design teacher at an International School in Bangkok. Many moons ago loved connecting on the other platform. Excited to be doing so again here. #eduskychat
November 26, 2024 at 2:05 AM
A1. Hi everyone. I am a Design teacher at an International School in Bangkok. Many moons ago loved connecting on the other platform. Excited to be doing so again here. #eduskychat
Exciting. Some of the best holiday pro-d I have ever done. Highly recommended. Here are a few of my #Sketchnotes from the 2021 #DitchSummit philmacoun.ca/ditch-summit...
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#DitchSummit is BACK December 16th-January 10th!
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Ditch That Textbook Digital Summit
A free, online conference for teachers. Sessions on technology, pedagogy and more. Offered annually in December. Hosted by DitchThatTextbook.com.
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November 26, 2024 at 1:39 AM
Exciting. Some of the best holiday pro-d I have ever done. Highly recommended. Here are a few of my #Sketchnotes from the 2021 #DitchSummit philmacoun.ca/ditch-summit...
Just tried notebooklm.google Wow!
Want to learn more about Notebook LM?! It will blow your mind.
@taralinney.bsky.social has a course on it for you to check out.
tlspecialists.thinkific.com/courses/Note...
#GoogleEdu #EduSky
@taralinney.bsky.social has a course on it for you to check out.
tlspecialists.thinkific.com/courses/Note...
#GoogleEdu #EduSky
NotebookLM: Your AI-Powered Note Assistant
Master NotebookLM to streamline your studies and boost productivity. Learn to summarize, brainstorm, and organize ideas effortlessly with AI assistance. Your course instructor holds advanced degrees in both Education and Data Science.
tlspecialists.thinkific.com
November 26, 2024 at 12:14 AM
Just tried notebooklm.google Wow!
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Want to learn more about Notebook LM?! It will blow your mind.
@taralinney.bsky.social has a course on it for you to check out.
tlspecialists.thinkific.com/courses/Note...
#GoogleEdu #EduSky
@taralinney.bsky.social has a course on it for you to check out.
tlspecialists.thinkific.com/courses/Note...
#GoogleEdu #EduSky
NotebookLM: Your AI-Powered Note Assistant
Master NotebookLM to streamline your studies and boost productivity. Learn to summarize, brainstorm, and organize ideas effortlessly with AI assistance. Your course instructor holds advanced degrees in both Education and Data Science.
tlspecialists.thinkific.com
November 25, 2024 at 11:42 PM
Want to learn more about Notebook LM?! It will blow your mind.
@taralinney.bsky.social has a course on it for you to check out.
tlspecialists.thinkific.com/courses/Note...
#GoogleEdu #EduSky
@taralinney.bsky.social has a course on it for you to check out.
tlspecialists.thinkific.com/courses/Note...
#GoogleEdu #EduSky
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I talk about the environment as one of 9 teachable ethical concerns with AI in this (open access resources) series: leonfurze.com/ai-ethics/
November 25, 2024 at 7:15 PM
I talk about the environment as one of 9 teachable ethical concerns with AI in this (open access resources) series: leonfurze.com/ai-ethics/
Is anyone teaching students about environmental impact of AI? This has me more worried than plagiarism. -> "Globally, AI-related infrastructure may soon consume six times more water than Denmark, a country of 6 million, according to one estimate." www.unep.org/news-and-sto... #EduSky #AIinEdu
AI has an environmental problem. Here’s what the world can do about that.
The sprawling data centres that house AI servers churn out toxic electronic waste and are voracious consumers of electricity, which in most places is still produced from fossil fuels.
www.unep.org
November 25, 2024 at 6:03 AM
Is anyone teaching students about environmental impact of AI? This has me more worried than plagiarism. -> "Globally, AI-related infrastructure may soon consume six times more water than Denmark, a country of 6 million, according to one estimate." www.unep.org/news-and-sto... #EduSky #AIinEdu
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Check out our "AI 2 Go!" Slides recently presented as part of the SDCOE EdTech Network. You can catch the videos we posted on our website, sdcoe.net/edtech. Open this slide deck with this link: bit.ly/ai2gopdf #edusky #innovatesd
AI to Go_ Ready-Made Slides for AI Exploration (1).pdf
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November 25, 2024 at 5:21 AM
Check out our "AI 2 Go!" Slides recently presented as part of the SDCOE EdTech Network. You can catch the videos we posted on our website, sdcoe.net/edtech. Open this slide deck with this link: bit.ly/ai2gopdf #edusky #innovatesd
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Creative flow is best reached through these five steps grounded in research according to @nesslabs.com - how often do students get to experience these conditions with us? How do we support and protect their spaces? How many kids is this even accessible to in their learning spaces?
November 21, 2024 at 5:27 AM
Creative flow is best reached through these five steps grounded in research according to @nesslabs.com - how often do students get to experience these conditions with us? How do we support and protect their spaces? How many kids is this even accessible to in their learning spaces?