EdTech in Ten
By Laura Carr
Discussions and tips about technology and innovative ideas for an educational setting. Whether you’re intimidated by computers or a tech ninja, there’s something for you...all in about 10 minutes!
EdTech in TenApr 03, 2019
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06:19
Checking in from Quarantine
Just wanted to check in and share a couple of thoughts about this new online learning reality.
Apr 10, 202009:10
Breakout Games
After spending 3 days facilitating breakout games, I share some tips and tricks for helping them go smoothly. For more information about breakout games, check out BreakoutEdu online.
Feb 12, 202013:13
Free Canva for Educators
Canva is giving away free Canva Pro accounts to educators to use in class!
Jan 09, 202003:08
DigCit for Grown Ups: The Secret Sister Exchange is an Illegal Pyramid Scheme
The holidays are here, and so are the schemes. Don't lose your money.
Dec 02, 201906:37
Organize Your Life With A Bullet Journal
Bullet Journaling is an amazing, customizable system to help you get your life organized.
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Official Bullet Journal Site
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Official Bullet Journal Site
Nov 11, 201917:37
Sway With Me
The bottom line is this...if your presentation sucks, nobody is going to care about your information. Even if it is really good information. Microsoft Sway can help, and it's free!
Oct 03, 201910:21
Taking the Canvas Journey with David
David is a band teacher for 5th and 6th grade students, and he’s going to let me work with him this year to integrate Canvas into his classroom. We will follow him throughout the year to see how the process is going.
Sep 05, 201909:46
Have You Seen The New Discovery Education?
Discovery Ed got a major facelift over the summer. Learn about all the features they’ve brought to the forefront.
Sep 01, 201909:26
Are Your Passwords Secure?
Today I’m talking about common practices we are doing to sabotage our password security, and simple ways to fix that.
Aug 24, 201911:33
Upcycling For Your Classroom, Makerspace, or STEAM Lab
Thanks for your patience, but I’m finally back! Now that grad school is done, you’ll be hearing more from me. Today is about how you can upcycle to get free supplies. Find the board on Pinterest at Pinterest.com/edtechinten
Aug 13, 201913:16
The Crippling Power of “What If?”
Today we discuss the power of self-doubt and letting “what if” dictate your choices, and how this can affect our students. Also, how you can get my FREE guide to makerspaces.
Jul 13, 201906:20
The Blog is Live...also, PRIME!
The EdTech in Ten website is finally live! Head over to edtechinten.com. I also talk about the Prime Digital Learning Conference. If you'd like to show up, the link is esc11.net/PRIME19.
Jul 01, 201905:08
Hex Codes and Coolors.co
In this episode, we will learn how to get the hex codes for specific colors when you’re working online, and use coolors.co to generate amazing color palettes.
Jun 20, 201905:19
Photography Tips for Any Device
Whether you have a DSLR or just a camera phone, here are a few tips and tricks you can use to elevate your photographs.
Jun 13, 201909:36
Get That Camera Off Of Auto
In this episode I go over aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. Knowing the difference and when to use the aperture or shutter priority will make such a difference in your photography. Plus, the camera does most of the thinking for you! Tweet me @LauraBCarr and be sure to use #EdTechInTen.
Jun 06, 201910:43
Franken-Journaling
I sit down with Autumn Riley, NTCTELA Teacher of Excellence, to find out about her “Franken-Journaling” approach to student notebooks. Connect with us on Twitter: @MrsAutumnRiley and @LauraBCarr
May 25, 201916:26
School Planners Don’t Work
A candid interview with students about student planners and how they use them (or don’t) and their solutions for this problem.
May 16, 201914:60
Stop, Breathe, and Think
Today we are exploring the Stop, Breathe, and Think mindfulness app and program that has been made entirely free for educators so that they can use it with their students.
May 12, 201905:59
Did Someone Say Free?
This week, TCEA is giving away FREE memberships to educators.
May 07, 201902:06
Virtual Field Trips
Have real-time, face-to-face, interactive field trips, all without ever leaving your classroom.
May 01, 201908:29
URL Shorteners and QR Codes
Learn how to shorten long web addresses with URL shorteners and how to make your own QR codes that link to websites or reveal messages.
Apr 19, 201906:30
Makerspaces are for EVERY student
A look at what a makerspace is, and why it’s important that EVERY student has access.
Apr 13, 201905:51
Fortnite Everything
Take advantage of the Fortnite craze and use it to create engaging lessons in your classroom.
Apr 08, 201907:44
Twitter as an Educational Resource
Don’t be intimidated by what you’ve heard about Twitter, because it’s one of the best resources available to educators. In this episode, we will go over the basics of getting started and how to grow your PLN.
Apr 07, 201912:12
Welcome!
A brief introduction to the EdTech in Ten podcast, some background about Laura, and motivation going forward.
Apr 03, 201906:19