Welcome to EdTech Therapy! A podcast dedicated to discussing the trials, tribulations and challenges of being a leader in Educational Technology. Hosts Melanie and Pat with over 30 years of Educational Technology Leadership are excited to share their advice and experiences with you!
We are currently accepting stories from Ed Tech leaders who would like to share their stories no matter how outrageous with us!
We will protect your identity and offer advice on how to handle your situation, sharing laughter or tears alongside you!
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Uncover the unspoken challenges and celebrate the unexpected victories as we, Melanie and Pat, bring fresh insights from the COSN conference and delve into the world of student-run help desks. Are your school’s tech devices falling victim to viral TikTok trends? Tune in to find out how internet sleuths are helping schools combat costly student pranks and learn about the innovative strategies schools are employing to harness student potential through technology support programs.
Step into the classroom-turned-tech hub with us and hear a tale that swings between inspiration and caution. In our latest episode, we discuss the nuts and bolts of nurturing student tech crews in an era of budget cuts and teacher shortages. We share firsthand experiences of students acquiring real-world skills and the hurdles schools face, like the critical shortage of computer science educators. Plus, get a peek into the broader conversation about funding, the future of learning, and the transformation of students into tech-savvy professionals. Join us as we navigate the complex intersection of education, technology, and workforce preparation, revealing the untold stories behind pioneering educational programs.
28 Apr 2024
Bridging Analytics and Achievement: Elevating EdTech with Insight and Impact
Discover the sweet spot where innovation meets accountability in the dynamic world of educational technology. Melanie, a seasoned EdTech sage with over two decades of experience, joins forces with Pat, a fresh force in the EdTech arena, to discuss how analytics can serve as a bridge between costly tech investments and tangible improvements in state testing outcomes. They unpack the necessity of thorough training for educators to wield technology as a transformative educational tool, not just a digital distraction. Together, they advocate for the integration of tech savviness into teacher evaluations and ongoing professional development, asserting that a culture of high standards is a team sport with school administrators as pivotal players.
Ever felt like your EdTech journey could inspire or inform others? Melanie and Pat extend a heartfelt invitation to contribute your story to the EdTechTherapy narrative. Whether you share through our website's story submission feature, engage with us on social media, or leave a heartfelt voicemail, your experiences add depth and diversity to our discussions. Your anecdotes fuel our podcast, guiding us to offer personalized advice and unveil insights that strike a chord with our EdTech community. So, lend your voice to our conversation and let's collectively navigate the fascinating twists and turns of educational technology.
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24 Apr 2024
The pilot: From Overhead Projectors to Zoom: Navigating EdTech in a Post-2020 Classroom
Remember those days when your biggest tech worry in the classroom was the overhead projector bulb burning out? Cue 2020, and our world turned upside down, with desktop computers turning into expensive paperweights and Zoom becoming our new homeroom. Welcome to our very first episode of EdTechTherapy, where Pat and I, Melanie, invite you to pull up a virtual chair and join our impromptu Applebee's therapy sessions-turned-podcast. We're sharing the laughs, the struggles, and the "aha" moments from our combined three decades in the ed tech trenches. This isn't just about us, though; it's about you, the educators out there who transformed crisis into connection and learned a few things the hard way—just like I did with my infamous 'wall of shame.'
From the chaos that was remote learning to the heartwarming triumphs that followed, our show peels back the curtain on the real-life tech adventures occurring behind school doors. I'll never live down the 80 desktops I ordered pre-pandemic, but hey, we all have our moments, right? So, whether you're a tech veteran or a teacher who just learned how to share your screen without a hitch, this is the place to share your voice and hear ours, too. Come for the ed tech support, stay for the camaraderie and the chance to finally feel seen in a world where the next tech hurdle is just a classroom away. Grab your headphones—we're tackling the nitty-gritty of ed tech life, one story at a time.
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