The NDE SEED Team on the Educator Effectiveness Lens and Cognitive Coaching

Posted on April 8, 2022June 30, 2022 by Andrew Easton

This week, Julie Downing of ESU 13 kicks off a five-part pod series that communicates the various aspects of the NDE SEED Team’s work. In this episode, she is joined by Kellen Conroy, our SDA chair from ESU 1, and Brooke Kavan of ESU 7. Together, they share how our ESU staff developers are able to integrate the educator effectiveness lens into their conversations and cognitive coaching when those individuals meet with and support schools and teachers in their respective regions of Nebraska.

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The Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) in Education

Posted on March 31, 2022June 15, 2022 by Andrew Easton

ESU 3’s Aaron Bredenkamp joins The Good Life EDU this week for a conversation on the MTSS work being done in region 3 and across the state of Nebraska. This is an insightful and fun conversation that explores how the MTSS umbrella can unify a school or district and its various initiatives under a mindset of continuous improvement across all facets that support learner growth and achievement.

NeMTSS Framework Website Link

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AR/VR in EDU and Education in the Metaverse

Posted on March 24, 2022June 15, 2022 by Andrew Easton

This week, immersive learning enthusiast, Jaime Donally, joins us again for an episode on the impact of augmented reality and virtual reality in education today. We also devote some time to discussing the metaverse and the future potential learning opportunities that technology might provide.

To learn more from Jaime through her collective works and the #31DaysofARVRinEDU initiative, visit her website at https://www.arvrinedu.com/

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The Impact Hope has on Teaching and Learning

Posted on March 16, 2022June 15, 2022 by Andrew Easton

This week, Scott Butler of Project Harmony in Omaha, Nebraska speaks to the powerful role that hope plays in the learning process, both for the learner and the educator alike. The pod shares research, first-hand experiences, and practical examples of the process from which educators can begin to implement this layer of learning into the educational experiences they design.

For more on Project Harmony visit https://projectharmony.com/

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Universal Design for Learning

Posted on March 10, 2022June 15, 2022 by Andrew Easton

Katie Novak joins us for a great conversation on Universal Design for Learning and the role those practices can play in the MTSS model in this episode of The Good Life EDU podcast! For more on UDL and the work Katie has elevated, check out her site at https://www.novakeducation.com/

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Personalized Learning, Virtual Reality, and the Future of Education

Posted on March 3, 2022June 15, 2022 by Andrew Easton

This week, Dr. James Rickabaugh, the Former Director and now Senior Advisor for the Institute for Personalized Learning, joins us for a fascinating conversation that takes a deep look at personalization and its place in education today and moving forward. In this episode, Dr. Rickabaugh also entertains the future impact of virtual reality and artificial intelligence on education as technology continues to advance.

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The Nebraska Canvas Consortium

Posted on February 25, 2022June 30, 2022 by Andrew Easton

In this episode, Dorann Avey, the Digitial Learning Director with NDE, and Shara Johnson, Digital Learning Coordinator at ESU 2, join us to share the history, current work, and vision for the future of the Canvas Consortium in Nebraska. Learn how Canvas is having a profound impact on learning in our state and how you can get your local school, district, or institution involved. For questions, please contact: necanvas@esu2.org

More Information on Canvas – NDE Website

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A Chat About the Book “Things I Wish … Knew”

Posted on February 18, 2022June 15, 2022 by Andrew Easton

In this episode of The Good Life EDU podcast, we are joined by author and educator Rachelle Dene Poth for a conversation about her latest book, “Things I Wish … Knew.” On the pod, Rachelle shares the backstory of this project and advocates for the importance of being a connected educator with a growth mindset. If you are interested in more information about the book, you can find it on Rachelle’s site at https://rdene915.com.

"Things I Wish [...] Knew" (ebook) cover

ESU staff can check out the ebook from the ESUCC PD Library.

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Participatory Culture, Social Media, and Games in Education

Posted on February 9, 2022June 15, 2022 by Andrew Easton

This week, the great games-in-education guru, Dr. Paul Darvasi, is back on the show to discuss the topic of participatory culture and its impact on education today. The conversation delves into how educators might leverage engagement strategies and techniques found in social media and games to engage students and enhance the learning experience design for our Gen Z learners. Paul also shares about his recent venture, Gold Bug Interactive, which you can learn more about at https://goldbuginteractive.com/.

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What Eduroam Can Do for Nebraska Schools and Students

Posted on February 3, 2022March 7, 2022 by Andrew Easton

This week, Bill Pulte of ESU 3 makes his third appearance on The Good Life EDU and explains what Eduroam is and the potential benefits of their services for Nebraska schools and the learners that they serve. Eduroam’s impact on cyber security is notable and will also enhance student internet access, which makes this conversation a valuable listen for any and all educators in our state.

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