Every Classroom Matters With Cool Cat Teacher

Join us a for a fascinating discussion with a teacher, who has translated the concepts of multiple intelligences, into a format that is easily understood by kids. Follow: @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Laura Candler is the owner of Teaching Resources and a former 5th grade teacher from Fayetteville, North Carolina. She has presented educational workshops to teachers around the country for over 20 years. She's the author of 10 books for teachers as well as over 100 digital resources. www.facebook.com/teachingresources

In a recent survey the majority of creative people said that they were self taught. Less that 17% said that teachers had played a major role in developing their creativity. How can we best teach creativity? Follow: @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Amin Saberi is co-founder of NovoEd and a professor at Stanford University. His research focuses on the intersection of computer and social sciences and he is co-director of Social Algorithms Lab. Anne Trumbore directs design and implementation for online classes offered on NovoEd. She has taught in, and designed curricula for, online environments at Stanford since 2004 where she developed innovative interactive teaching techniques.

According to our guests, many teachers are unaware the substantial risks involved in their use of social media. In this segment we discuss rights, risks and the basics every teacher needs to know. Follow: @mcleod @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Dr. Scott McLeod is currently the Director of Innovation at Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency in Pocahontas, Iowa. He blogs regularly at DangerouslyIrrelevant.org.

Our guest today walks us through the four stages of the SAMR model, an approach designed to help educators integrate technology into teaching and learning. Follow: @iPadWells @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Richard Wells has now taught for 10 years and has been Head of Technology in both private and public schools, currently residing at Orewa College, which became New Zealand’s first compulsory BYOD school in 2010. He specializes in student centered learning, educational use of social media, augmented reality and providing effective professional development that is centered on the individual teacher’s requirements and current skill-set.

Our guests today created a see judge, act model for teaching kids about people who struggle to get access to clean water. Follow: @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Maggie Lauder is in her tenth year of teaching theology at a Catholic high school and her eighth year at Servite High School in Anaheim. Joe Kim is serving as the Director of Campus Ministry at St. Francis High School in La Canada, CA. and pursuing a Masters Degree in Pastoral Theology from Loyola Marymount University, and run a graphic apparel company called PAL Campaign.

Our guest today created a site called Classtools which uses fake versions of popular apps to teach student a variety subjects. Tune in to learn more about this fascinating teaching resource. Follow: @russeltarr @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Russell Tarr is a teacher at the International School of Toulouse, France; author of www.activehistory.co.uk and www.classtools.net. Twitter ID @russeltarr

Our guest is pushing the envelope of employing technology to teach STEAM. Tune in as we discuss the innovative program he helped to set up at his school. Follow: @vvrotny @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Vinnie Vrotny is the Director of Academic Technology at an Independent School Palatine, IL. leading Quest’s STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Science) initiatives Vinnie's current project include both a 1:1 Chromebook implementation.

Our guest is passionate about education technology and joins us in this segment to share some of the ways he's using technology to meet the common core standards. Follow: @techsavvyed @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Ben Rimes in an educational technologist in Michigan. He blogs, tweets, and consults with teachers about technology in the classroom, digital storytelling, and social media.

Our guests are two brothers who both teach, come from a family of educators and have both been recognized as extraordinarily creative educators. Taking risks is part of their practice, and in this segment, they share how they engage students by pushing their own limits. Follow: @bedleybros @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork Scott Beldey teaches 5th grade, is an author and speaker. He was selected 2014 Orange County Teacher of the Year, California State Teacher of the Year Finalist, and 2013 Project Tomorrow's Innovative STEM Teacher Award winner. Tim Bedley, who teaches fourth and fifth grades, is one of the Riverside County Office of Education Teacher of the Year.

Our guest is one of the first teachers to use a 3D printer for project-based learning. In this segment we get an introduction to using 3D printers in the classroom. Follow: @kellyhines @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork Kelly Wade Hines a 5th grade teacher, lifelong learner, NBCT, DEN Guru from North Carolina, DEN LC, SMART Exemplary Educator & Certified Trainer, NC Kenan Fello and mom to 3 crazy boys, @kellyhines

Our guest is a master teacher of literature who has had an incredible impact on thousands of students. In this segment he shares the philosophy that drives his approach to teaching along with practical tips for getting students to think deeply about the larger questions of life. Follow: @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech David Menasche grew up in Miami, Florida, and majored in journalism at Eugene Lang College and the New School for Social Research. He later earned his teacher certification from Florida International University and taught at the renowned Coral Reef Senior High School for fifteen years. Menasche has taught over 3,000 students and in 2012, he was awarded Teacher of the Year by his region. He now resides in New Orleans.

Our guest today has been on curating teaching resources for almost two decades. In this segment she shares insights, resources and advice for smart curation. Follow: @coolcatteacher @kathyschrock@bamradionetwork Kathy Schrock is a retired teacher-librarian and school district technology director. She has been involved with critical evaluation of Web sites since 1995 and continues to provide resources to teachers to help them include these skills in teaching and learning.

In this segment we talk about a collaborative, global, project-based learning initiative. The Rhino project is being used to raise awareness of the plight of Rhinos in South Africa and teach social consciousness. Follow: @coolcatteacher @ICT_Integrator @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Karen Stadler has been teaching for 24 years, mostly in Grades 4 & 5. A few years ago she left the classroom to become the IT Integrator at my school, Elkanah House Senior Primary.She is a Global Classroom Project Mentor Teacher and was named a Lead Teacher in 2012 and 2013.

In this segment we explore how technology is impacting children's development and what parents need to know. Follow: @digi_tod @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Patti Wollman Summers obtained two masters degrees, the first in English from SUNY Buffalo and the second in early childhood education from Bank Street College. She has been a teacher, director and consultant for over three decades. She holds additional experience as a teacher of parent-child classes featuring an integration of iPad Apps and she co-authored "Toddlers ON Technology."

Our guest today has compiled one of the most robust collections of online tools and resources for educators. Follow: @cybraryman1 @coolcatteacher @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech Jerry Blumengarten began his journey over 30 years ago as a teacher of grades 6 to 9 and a teacher librarian for the New York City School System. In taking his experience and resources, he shares over 20,000 links for teachers, free online as the Cybraryman.