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Ten Minute Techie

Ten Minute Techie

By Digital Circus

Every week learn about some new tech tips for the classroom in ten minutes with your host teacher and educator, Toni Westcott.

Made with support from Digital Circus
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43: 6 learning ideas for Tech Week - Part 1!

Ten Minute TechieMay 10, 2022

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BONUS: Supporting Students after a Traumatic Event
Feb 27, 202311:52
61: Start of the Year Digi Guide
Feb 09, 202310:07
60: 8 Digital Halloween Activities

60: 8 Digital Halloween Activities

Toni unpacks the 8 activities that you can give to/do with your ākonga/learners this spooky season! 

Find the task board + activities here:  https://www.digitalkete.co.nz/halloween-activities


Oct 24, 202206:21
59: What does digital technologies look like at a new entrant level?
Oct 18, 202214:59
58: 3 Must Read Books for Educators

58: 3 Must Read Books for Educators

In this episode, Toni unpacks 3 books that had an impact on her journey as an educator. 

What has impacted you on your teacher journey? 

Tweet me at @TechieTen on Twitter or email me at toni.westcott@digitalcircus.org.nz - I would love to hear from you! 


Sep 27, 202211:59
57: Aotearoa New Zealand Histories Curriculum Quick Overview

57: Aotearoa New Zealand Histories Curriculum Quick Overview

This week, Toni dives into a non-techie specific area - the Aotearoa New Zealand Histories Curriculum!
Let's do a quick unpack of the framework and some of the key concepts. 

Sep 19, 202211:26
56: Activities for Te Wiki o te Reo Māori
Sep 06, 202207:45
55: Google Slides Stop Animation
Aug 29, 202212:44
54: Canva in the Classroom

54: Canva in the Classroom

In this episode, Toni looks at Canva - how to get Canva pro for free for you and your ākonga and her go to lesson to introduce Canva to students in a fun and engaging way!

Find links in the show notes at https://bit.ly/techietenshownotes

Aug 15, 202210:28
53: Edtech in Aotearoa

53: Edtech in Aotearoa

In this episode, Toni unpacks some of the leaders in Edtech in Aotearoa working towards enhancing teaching and learning! 

Find links in the show notes at https://bit.ly/techietenshownotes


Aug 08, 202210:23
52: Pick a Path Stories with Google Slides

52: Pick a Path Stories with Google Slides

In this episode, Toni talks through using Google Slides to make pick a path stories. An engaging, rich, authentic and modern take on story telling that will have your students begging you to do their writing!

Find links in the show notes at https://bit.ly/techietenshownotes

Aug 01, 202212:59
51: 5 Digital Storytelling Ideas

51: 5 Digital Storytelling Ideas

In this episode, Toni unpacks 5 digital tools for storytelling. 

Find links in the show notes at https://bit.ly/techietenshownotes

Jul 25, 202211:36
50: Google Docs - cool new stuff!

50: Google Docs - cool new stuff!

Toni explores a really cool feature in Google Docs and it's 5 tools to collaborate, keep connected and make docs more organised and efficient!

Jul 07, 202211:26
49: Researching Part 4: Copyright, plagiarism + attribution

49: Researching Part 4: Copyright, plagiarism + attribution

In this episode, Toni demystifies some of the common terms that students (and teachers!) need to know to when using others work when researching. Along with some tips to teach your students the importance of referencing and attributing sources. 

Find all the links mentioned in the show notes at: https://bit.ly/techietenshownotes

Jun 27, 202214:35
BONUS: Matariki STEAM Activities

BONUS: Matariki STEAM Activities

In this episode, Toni talks through some STEAM activities for students to engage with, learn about and connect to Matariki. 

Find the full resource with all 42 activities here: https://bit.ly/DC-Matariki-Resources

or in the show notes: https://bit.ly/techietenshownotes


Jun 20, 202213:32
48: Researching Part 3: Finding and using reliable information

48: Researching Part 3: Finding and using reliable information

In this episode, Toni talks through the 3 questions to ask when looking for reliable and credible information online. As well as GO TO resources for teaching digital/media literacies.

Find links and resources in the show notes at: https://bit.ly/techietenshownotes

Jun 13, 202212:30
47: Researching Part 2: Tips for Searching

47: Researching Part 2: Tips for Searching

In this episode, Toni talks through her top 4 tips that could be taught to students to improve their skills when searching online for information. 

Find links and resources in the show notes at: https://bit.ly/techietenshownotes

Jun 06, 202211:16
46: Researching Part 1: Search Engines

46: Researching Part 1: Search Engines

In part 1 of a 4 part series on Researching, Toni discusses search engines - some student-friendly alternatives and some tips for supporting students in doing research online. 

Find all the links in the show notes at: https://bit.ly/techietenshownotes

 

May 30, 202211:53
45: Teaching Photography

45: Teaching Photography

In this episode Toni discusses how to teach photography and some tips for getting your students taking better photos! 

Find the resources in the show notes at https://bit.ly/techietenshownotes


May 23, 202208:19
44: 6 ideas for Tech Week 22 - Part 2!

44: 6 ideas for Tech Week 22 - Part 2!

In this episode, Toni unpacks the next 3 themes of NZ tech week and some tips and tricks for the 6 activities to engage students this #techweek22!

Find all the resources in the show notes at https://bit.ly/techietenshownotes

May 16, 202209:37
43: 6 learning ideas for Tech Week - Part 1!

43: 6 learning ideas for Tech Week - Part 1!

In this episode, Toni unpacks the first 3 themes of NZ tech week and some tips and tricks for the 6 activities to engage students this #techweek22!

Find all the resources in the show notes at https://bit.ly/techietenshownotes

May 10, 202209:58
42: 4 ways to make a digital card

42: 4 ways to make a digital card

In this episode Toni shows 4 ways to get your students creating a digital card for someone special as well as her tips and tricks for these 4 tools! 

Find all the resources in the show notes at https://bit.ly/techietenshownotes

May 03, 202209:30
41: 4 trends in technology for 2022

41: 4 trends in technology for 2022

Learn about the 4 biggest trends in technology for 2022 and ways that they might impact our classrooms. 

Find all the references and links in the show notes at https://bit.ly/tenminutetechieshownotes


Apr 11, 202211:37
40: 4 Tips for Hybrid Learning during COVID

40: 4 Tips for Hybrid Learning during COVID

In this episode, Toni unpacks 4 practical tips for hybrid learning in our current COVID context. 

Email toni.westcott@digitalcircus.org.nz or visit www.digitalcircus.org.nz to get 25 hours free PLD support for your school. 


Apr 04, 202213:17
39: Google Earth Projects

39: Google Earth Projects

Learn how to use Google Earth Projects with your students and some ideas of projects! 

Find the links in the show notes at bit.ly/techietenshownotes

Mar 28, 202208:38
38: Creating Crosswords with Google Sheets

38: Creating Crosswords with Google Sheets

Learn how to make a crossword on Google Sheets - an engaging integration of maths, literacy, computational thinking and designing and developing digital outcomes! 

Find the links in the show notes at bit.ly/techietenshownotes

Mar 22, 202211:03
37: Mosaic Art with Google Drawings

37: Mosaic Art with Google Drawings

Check out how to create cool mosaic art using Google Drawings!

Find all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes

Mar 22, 202207:41
We're Baaaack!

We're Baaaack!

Hey Teachers,

We've missed you!

But we are back for 2022 - new episodes every Tuesday! 

See you soon 

Mar 14, 202201:16
36: 5 Ways with Google Forms

36: 5 Ways with Google Forms

Check out 5 ways to use Google Forms in the classroom!
Find all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas.
May 03, 202108:44
35: 5 Ways with Google Slides

35: 5 Ways with Google Slides

Check out Toni's 5 ways to use Google Slides in the Classroom!
Find all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas.
Mar 22, 202113:16
34: 5 Ways with Google Sites

34: 5 Ways with Google Sites

Check out Toni's 5 ways to use Google Sites in your classroom and school.
Find all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!
Mar 01, 202109:06
33: Online Brainstorming Tools for Students

33: Online Brainstorming Tools for Students

Encourage real time collaboration, feedback, and engagement with these 5 online and digital brainstorming tools students can use!
Find all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!
Feb 22, 202109:15
32: 5 Digital tools for Feedback

32: 5 Digital tools for Feedback

We know feedback should be meaningful, timely, and personalised. Check out these 5 digital ways to give and receive feedback in your classroom.
Find all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!
Feb 15, 202110:05
31: 3 Digital Ways for Teachers to Plan

31: 3 Digital Ways for Teachers to Plan

Toni talks through 3 different Google tools for teachers to use for planning their programmes. Dive into the pros and cons of using Sheets, Docs and Slides for teacher planning.
Find all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!
Feb 08, 202107:30
30: 10 Digital Ways to Present your Pepeha

30: 10 Digital Ways to Present your Pepeha

Check out 10 ways for students to make, create, share and present their pepeha!
Find all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!
Feb 01, 202107:19
29: Leading PLD in your School

29: Leading PLD in your School

Backed by research and experience in PLD facilitation, Toni shares her top tips for anyone leading or driving PLD in the ICT/Digital Technologies area in your school.
Find all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!
Jan 24, 202109:51
28: Start of the Year Digital Must Dos!

28: Start of the Year Digital Must Dos!

Find out Toni's top tips for setting you and your students up for success at the beginning of the year with digital devices.
Find all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!
Jan 18, 202109:51
BONUS: Digital Advent Calendar!
Dec 07, 202006:25
26: Five GO TO Digital Classroom Tools

26: Five GO TO Digital Classroom Tools

Check out Toni's top 5 GO TO digital classroom tools to help make your workflow more efficient and your classroom more interactive and responsive!
Find all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!
Dec 01, 202008:21
25: Micro:bit

25: Micro:bit

This week, Toni invites special guest Matt Kenny on to discuss ways to use and engage students with Micro:bits!
Check out all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!
Nov 23, 202010:07
24: Book Creator

24: Book Creator

Create digital books with Book Creator! My top tips for using this wonderfully creative tool with students of all ages.
Check out all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!
Nov 16, 202010:37
23: Makey Makey

23: Makey Makey

Ever heard of the Makey Makey? Find out how this awesome little piece of technology can supersize student projects and build on their electronics knowledge and skills. Creativity with the Makey Makey is endless!
Check out all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!
Nov 09, 202007:34
22: Electronics in the primary classroom

22: Electronics in the primary classroom

Electronics in the primary classroom- STEAM it up! Find out about playdough and paper circuits and how they can SPARK excitement and wonder in your students.
Check out all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!
Nov 02, 202010:13
21: Twitter For Educators

21: Twitter For Educators

Hashtags and handles? Can Twitter be used to support our own professional development at educators? Find out this and more in our episode about using Twitter for Educators.

Check out all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!

Oct 26, 202009:49
20: Google Sites

20: Google Sites

In this episode, Toni takes a look at some ways to use Google sites as a teacher and as a student. Find her top tips to think about when designing and developing your Google Site.

Check out all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!

Oct 19, 202009:36
19: Flipped Learning

19: Flipped Learning

This episode looks at the concept of flipped learning, some benefits and challenges and some tools and tips to get started.
Check out all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!
Oct 12, 202010:23
18: Twelve tech ideas for Māori Language Week

18: Twelve tech ideas for Māori Language Week

Check out our 12 digital tech ideas to celebrate, connect and create this Te wiki o te reo Māori 2020. 

Find our choice boards here:
2019: http://bit.ly/maorilanguageweekDC
2020: http://bit.ly/DC-tewikiotereo-2020

Find all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!


Sep 13, 202005:35
17: QR Codes in the Classroom

17: QR Codes in the Classroom

This episode is jam packed with ideas for how to use QR codes in the classroom and some great ways to link QR codes to the digital technologies curriculum content.
Check out all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!
Sep 07, 202008:04
16: Movie Making in the Classroom

16: Movie Making in the Classroom

Find out about how to get started with movie making in the classroom. Toni shares her tips, tricks and experience making movies with her students.

Check out all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!

Aug 31, 202009:33
15: Robotics in the Classroom

15: Robotics in the Classroom

Find out about using robotics in the classroom. Today Toni explores some examples of robotics being used in classrooms such as Beebots, Edisons, Spheros and Ozobots!

Check out all the links in the show notes at http:/bit.ly/techietenshownotes Follow along on Twitter @TechieTen for more resources and ideas!

Aug 24, 202013:41