Digital Learning Today: Where Productivity Meets Innovation in the Classroom.

About Digital Learning Today: Where Productivity Meets Innovation in the Classroom.

How do we lead sustainable change in our schools? Digital Learning Today, hosted by Jeff Bradbury, explores the big-picture ideas and strategic systems that shape the future of education. This podcast is for the forward-thinking leader—the principal, district administrator, or instructional coach focused on systemic growth. Each episode dives into topics like digital learning leadership, school improvement plans, and building a culture of innovation. Subscribe to join the conversation on designing the high-impact schools of tomorrow. Whether you're looking to enhance student engagement, master new educational tools, or build stronger classroom relationships, our show provides the actionable advice you need to succeed in today's digital learning environment. Join us weekly for professional development that's both inspiring and immediately applicable.

Publisher

Jeffrey Bradbury - TeacherCast Educational Network

Category

business · education · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

1 Jul 2017

Latest episode

11 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

264 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   11 Oct 2026

   Unlock AI‑Powered Note‑Taking: Transforming Classroom Learning with Notability

   Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this episode, Kelsey Schroth, product director at Notability, discusses how AI and digital tools are transforming classroom learning, emphasizing the importance of handwriting, organization, and active engagement for students. Become a High-Impact Leader: This episode is just the beginning. To get the complete blueprint for designing and implementing high-impact systems in your district, get your copy of my book, "Impact Standards (https://www.teachercast.net/standards)." Strategic Vision for Digital Learning:Learn how to create a district-wide vision that aligns digital learning with your educational goals, transforming how standards-based instruction is designed and supported. Curriculum Design and Implementation:Discover practical strategies for integrating digital learning into existing curricula, creating vertical alignment of skills, and mapping digital learning across grade levels. Effective Instructional Coaching:Master the art of coaching people rather than technology, building relationships that drive success, and measuring impact through student engagement rather than just technology usage. Purchase your copy of “Impact Standards (https://www.teachercast.net/standards)” on Amazon today! In This Episode … The evolution of Notability from iPad to cross-platform use How AI is integrated into classroom workflows The importance of handwriting for memory and learning Strategies for organizing digital notes and searchability The future of AI as a study partner and learning aid Balancing digital tools with tactile learning Supporting students in transitioning from notes to understanding The significance of handwriting in early education and critical thinking Best practices for technology use policies in schools The potential of AI to personalize and differentiate learning Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Handwriting in the Digital Age 00:29 The Role of Technology in Education 00:54 Introduction to Notability and Its Impact on Education 02:12 Notability Across Devices 03:21 Classroom Capture and Audio Tools 03:59 The Role of AI in Education 06:43 The Importance of Handwriting in Learning 09:53 Engaging Students with Their Notes 12:02 From Note-Taking to Understanding 13:05 Organizing and Searching Notes Effectively 15:50 Success Stories and Future of Notability 17:36 Organizing Notes for Success 19:06 Addressing Concerns About Technology in Classrooms 21:46 Classroom Device Guardrails 23:29 The Future of AI and Original Thought About our Guest: Kelsey Schroth Kelsey Schroth is Product Director at Notability, the note-taking and productivity app used by students, teachers, and professionals across iPad, iPhone, Mac, Android, and web. For more than four years, she has led product strategy for Notability's Core note-taking features, its Education vertical, and its AI-powered Learning features — helping students turn handwritten notes, audio, and imported files into tools they can actually study from and teachers get more out of digital learning. She's driven by Notability's broader mission of building a tool people reach for well beyond a single semester: something closer to an indispensable thinking and organizing partner than just another note-taking app. Before Notability, Kelsey spent several years at Tinybeans, the digital parenting platform, helping parents stay connected to their families and find community through their children’s early development. Earlier in her career, she worked in support and growth at Zearn Math, an EdTech nonprofit — an early foothold in education product work she's carried through to Notability. Kelsey studied Theater Arts at New York University, and she credits her stage background with much of how she approaches product work today — a storyteller's instinct for framing a problem, and a performer's comfort with public speaking and rallying a room around a shared vision. About Ginger Labs & Notability Ginger Labs is a leading productivity app developer known for its best-selling app, Notability. Launched in 2010 with the first release of iPad, Notability provides students and working professionals with innovative digital note-taking, productivity, and study features. The application has been the most popular productivity software on the App Store since 2013. Links of Interest Website:https://notability.com/ (https://notability.com/) Let’s Work Together Contact Me Today:https://www.teachercast.net/contact (https://www.teachercast.net/contact) Follow on Social Media LinkedIn:https://www.teachercast.net/linkedin (https://www.teachercast.net/linkedin) Twitter/X:https://www.teachercast.net/twitter (https://www.teachercast.net/twitter) BlueSky:https://bsky.app/profile/jeffreybradbury.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/jeffreybradbury.bsky.social) YouTube:http://teachercast.net/youtube (http://teachercast.net/youtube) Subscribe to This Podcast Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310) Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0n6S0WcyzQ1rpKWJ8iZPLJ?si=a1227a7c5e0b48e4 (https://open.spotify.com/show/0n6S0WcyzQ1rpKWJ8iZPLJ?si=a1227a7c5e0b48e4) Check Out Additional TeacherCast Programming Digital Learning Today:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310) Ask the Tech Coach:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-tech-coach/id1067586243 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-tech-coach/id1067586243) The Jeff Bradbury Showhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jeff-bradbury-show/id519685828 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jeff-bradbury-show/id519685828) Book Jeff for your Next Event Jeff Bradbury (ISTE “20 to Watch” Award Winner and ISTE Certified Educator) is available for keynote speaking, workshop facilitation, and live event broadcasting. With expertise in educational technology and professional development, Jeff brings engaging content and practical strategies to conferences and professional learning events. Visit Jeff’s Website:https://jeffreybradbury.com (https://jeffreybradbury.com) Contact Jeff Directly:https://jeffreybradbury.com/contact/ (https://jeffreybradbury.com/contact/) ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ [gravityform id="2" title="true"]

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   2 Oct 2026

   Literacy Is Every Teacher’s Job: Building Knowledge Across the Curriculum

   Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this episode, Caroline Davidson from World Book discusses how teachers can integrate literacy and content knowledge using tools like Classmate, emphasizing engagement, credible sources, and practical routines for effective teaching. Become a High-Impact Leader: This episode is just the beginning. To get the complete blueprint for designing and implementing high-impact systems in your district, get your copy of my book, "Impact Standards (https://www.teachercast.net/standards)." Strategic Vision for Digital Learning:Learn how to create a district-wide vision that aligns digital learning with your educational goals, transforming how standards-based instruction is designed and supported. Curriculum Design and Implementation:Discover practical strategies for integrating digital learning into existing curricula, creating vertical alignment of skills, and mapping digital learning across grade levels. Effective Instructional Coaching:Master the art of coaching people rather than technology, building relationships that drive success, and measuring impact through student engagement rather than just technology usage. Purchase your copy of “Impact Standards (https://www.teachercast.net/standards)” on Amazon today! In This Episode … ClassMate as the bridge (literacy + content learning) Accesstrusted, kid-friendly nonfiction(articles, videos, images) Turn content intoassignments fast(or useready-madeones) Engage students with nonfiction Read with students(don’t “assign and walk away”) Addpause points+ “turn and talk” Requireevidence from the text: “Where did it say that?” Start-small routines (research + vocabulary) Number paragraphsfor shared references Main idea → highlight evidence Teach1 vocabulary wordin ~5 minutes;revisitlater in the week Credibility + AI note Teach credibility because teachers won’t always be the gatekeeper Credibility =accuracy + quality writing Caution: AI text can have a “non-human” tone students may mimic Motivation + independence Hook interest withrelevant, real-world content Model questions out louduntil students generate their own Reinforce reusable tools (ex:text-to-speech/speech-to-text) + “What did you do last time?” PD that builds culture “Secret sauce” =consistent team collaboration+ shared routines Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:46 What ClassMate is and how teachers are using it 02:35 Literacy + knowledge: making research meaningful 03:19 Engage with text (turn-and-talk, evidence in the text) 03:28 Bringing literacy into every subject area 04:25 Start small: routines (number paragraphs, main idea, vocab) 06:03 AI’s role + why human-reviewed writing matters 07:43 Motivating students to research with purpose 10:57 Teaching credibility: why it matters long-term 11:13 “Good text teaches like a teacher” (scaffolding + schema) 12:20 Teaching students to communicate (writing, speaking, media) 14:51 Modeling quality work + building a strong resource hub 15:30 Teacher feedback on ClassMate (time savings + literacy support) 16:36 District literacy culture: everyone does a little 18:30 PD that works: consistent team collaboration 19:26 Helping students speak up + building independence 22:38 Supporting parents: all reading counts (start small, keep it fun) 25:42 Final takeaway: practice makes progress 27:00 Trust + credibility + human-reviewed content (World Book’s focus) 27:24 Where ClassMate fits + where to learn more Resources Mentioned in This Episode: https://classmate.worldbook.com/ (https://classmate.worldbook.com/) About our Guest: Caroline Davidson Caroline Davidson is the Associate Manager of Learning Design at World Book, where she shapes educational resources that support meaningful learning. A former classroom teacher, she spent years working with students in grades 4–6 and holds endorsements in Reading K–12 and Mathematics K–8. She earned her M.A. in Differentiated Instruction, bringing both hands-on teaching experience and academic expertise to her work in creating effective, learner-centered content. Meet ClassMate by World Book Meet ClassMate by World Book — the reading and learning platform built for and trusted by middle school teachers! For over 100 years, World Book has inspired curiosity and built reliable knowledge. ClassMate carries that legacy forward. Unlike AI tools built on the open web, ClassMate works exclusively within World Book's expert-written, editorially reviewed content library. Teachers create engaging classroom activities quickly and with confidence. The result: students build knowledge, strengthen literacy, and think critically, while educators spend more time teaching. Links of Interest https://classmate.worldbook.com/ (https://classmate.worldbook.com/)https://www.facebook.com/WorldBook/ (https://www.facebook.com/WorldBook/) https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-book/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-book/) https://www.instagram.com/worldbookinc/ (https://www.instagram.com/worldbookinc/) Let’s Work Together Contact Me Today:https://www.teachercast.net/contact (https://www.teachercast.net/contact) Follow on Social Media LinkedIn:https://www.teachercast.net/linkedin (https://www.teachercast.net/linkedin) Twitter/X:https://www.teachercast.net/twitter (https://www.teachercast.net/twitter) BlueSky:https://bsky.app/profile/jeffreybradbury.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/jeffreybradbury.bsky.social) YouTube:http://teachercast.net/youtube (http://teachercast.net/youtube) Subscribe to This Podcast Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310) Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0n6S0WcyzQ1rpKWJ8iZPLJ?si=a1227a7c5e0b48e4 (https://open.spotify.com/show/0n6S0WcyzQ1rpKWJ8iZPLJ?si=a1227a7c5e0b48e4) Check Out Additional TeacherCast Programming Digital Learning Today:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310) Ask the Tech Coach:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-tech-coach/id1067586243 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-tech-coach/id1067586243) The Jeff Bradbury Showhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jeff-bradbury-show/id519685828 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jeff-bradbury-show/id519685828) Book Jeff for your Next Event Jeff Bradbury (ISTE “20 to Watch” Award Winner and ISTE Certified Educator) is available for keynote speaking, workshop facilitation, and live event broadcasting. With expertise in educational technology and professional development, Jeff brings engaging content and practical strategies to conferences and professional learning events. Visit Jeff’s Website:https://jeffreybradbury.com (https://jeffreybradbury.com) Contact Jeff Directly:https://jeffreybradbury.com/contact/ (https://jeffreybradbury.com/contact/) ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ [gravityform id="2" title="true"]

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   30 Sept 2026

   Why Quality Nonfiction Matters More in the Age of AI

   Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this episode, we explore the trusted world of World Book's educational content, focusing on how their nonfiction materials are created, updated, and used in classrooms. Guest Tom Evans shares insights into the process, the importance of quality, and the future of digital learning with AI support. Become a High-Impact Leader: This episode is just the beginning. To get the complete blueprint for designing and implementing high-impact systems in your district, get your copy of my book, "Impact Standards (https://www.teachercast.net/standards)." Strategic Vision for Digital Learning:Learn how to create a district-wide vision that aligns digital learning with your educational goals, transforming how standards-based instruction is designed and supported. Curriculum Design and Implementation:Discover practical strategies for integrating digital learning into existing curricula, creating vertical alignment of skills, and mapping digital learning across grade levels. Effective Instructional Coaching:Master the art of coaching people rather than technology, building relationships that drive success, and measuring impact through student engagement rather than just technology usage. Purchase your copy of “Impact Standards (https://www.teachercast.net/standards)” on Amazon today! In This Episode … How World Book creates, reviews, and updates content to stay accurate and classroom-ready What “trustworthy nonfiction” looks like—and why it matters more than ever How articles are adapted for print vs. digital, and for elementary, middle, and high school readers The scaffolding moves that help students build knowledge (not just collect facts) How ClassMate uses responsible AI—inside a walled garden of vetted World Book resources—to help teachers build lessons Wild (and wonderful) World Book history: from the Yeti expedition to the Loch Ness submarine What’s next for digital learning as AI grows—and the guardrails educators should demand Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to World Book and Tom Evans 03:06 The Evolution of World Book: 20 Years of Change 05:52 Content Creation: Balancing Print and Digital 08:49 The Importance of Quality Nonfiction Texts 11:53 Scaffolding Knowledge: Effective Nonfiction Writing 14:54 Navigating Current Events in Nonfiction 16:13 How ClassMate Supports Teachers in the Classroom 17:31 Introducing ClassMate: A New Educational Tool 20:25 AI in Education: Enhancing Learning with ClassMate 21:13 World Book's Legacy and Future 23:54 Responsible AI and the Future of Learning 27:20 Final Thoughts and Resources Resources Mentioned in This Episode: https://classmate.worldbook.com/ (https://classmate.worldbook.com/) About our Guest: Tom Evans Tom Evans is Vice President of Editorial at World Book, Inc., serving on the company’s executive leadership team and overseeing both Editorial and Marketing. With more than 20 years in educational publishing, he leads content strategy across print and digital platforms, guiding the development of trusted instructional and reference materials used in schools and libraries worldwide. Earlier in his career, Tom held roles with organizations including The Times (London) and Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. He has co-authored and edited dozens of children’s books, advised the Poetry Foundation, been speaker at the American Society of Picture Professionals, contributed to School Library Journal, and received a Partnership Award from NASA. Meet ClassMate by World Book Meet ClassMate by World Book — the reading and learning platform built for and trusted by middle school teachers! For over 100 years, World Book has inspired curiosity and built reliable knowledge. ClassMate carries that legacy forward. Unlike AI tools built on the open web, ClassMate works exclusively within World Book's expert-written, editorially reviewed content library. Teachers create engaging classroom activities quickly and with confidence. The result: students build knowledge, strengthen literacy, and think critically, while educators spend more time teaching. Links of Interest https://classmate.worldbook.com/ (https://classmate.worldbook.com/)https://www.facebook.com/WorldBook/ (https://www.facebook.com/WorldBook/) https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-book/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-book/) https://www.instagram.com/worldbookinc/ (https://www.instagram.com/worldbookinc/) Let’s Work Together Contact Me Today:https://www.teachercast.net/contact (https://www.teachercast.net/contact) Follow on Social Media LinkedIn:https://www.teachercast.net/linkedin (https://www.teachercast.net/linkedin) Twitter/X:https://www.teachercast.net/twitter (https://www.teachercast.net/twitter) BlueSky:https://bsky.app/profile/jeffreybradbury.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/jeffreybradbury.bsky.social) YouTube:http://teachercast.net/youtube (http://teachercast.net/youtube) Subscribe to This Podcast Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310) Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0n6S0WcyzQ1rpKWJ8iZPLJ?si=a1227a7c5e0b48e4 (https://open.spotify.com/show/0n6S0WcyzQ1rpKWJ8iZPLJ?si=a1227a7c5e0b48e4) Check Out Additional TeacherCast Programming Digital Learning Today:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-learning-today/id546631310) Ask the Tech Coach:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-tech-coach/id1067586243 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-tech-coach/id1067586243) The Jeff Bradbury Showhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jeff-bradbury-show/id519685828 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jeff-bradbury-show/id519685828) Book Jeff for your Next Event Jeff Bradbury (ISTE “20 to Watch” Award Winner and ISTE Certified Educator) is available for keynote speaking, workshop facilitation, and live event broadcasting. With expertise in educational technology and professional development, Jeff brings engaging content and practical strategies to conferences and professional learning events. Visit Jeff’s Website:https://jeffreybradbury.com (https://jeffreybradbury.com) Contact Jeff Directly:https://jeffreybradbury.com/contact/ (https://jeffreybradbury.com/contact/) ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ [gravityform id="2" title="true"]

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