The Make Learning Magical Podcast
111 episodes - English - Latest episode: 26 days ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsOn this show, Tisha Richmond, chats with educators and thought leaders from around the world to hear stories of how they are transforming teaching and creating unforgettable learning experiences.
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10. PBL in a Pandemic-Scott Raedeke
May 08, 2020 04:46 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBIn this episode I chat with a good friend and incredible CTE Department Lead and STEM teacher, Scott Raedeke. Scott is shares his journey into education, his experience designing a popular board game Cranium, Design Thinking, Code.org, Code Academy, Unity, online certifications, education after COVID19, and more! Loved our convo so much! Connect with Scott: [email protected] As referenced in the episode: Colorado Department of Education - Career Development Incentive Program Career Dev...
10. PBL in a Pandemic Series-Scott Raedeke
May 08, 2020 04:46 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBIn this episode I chat with a good friend and incredible CTE Department Lead and STEM teacher, Scott Raedeke. Scott is shares his journey into education, his experience designing a popular board game Cranium, Design Thinking, Code.org, Code Academy, Unity, online certifications, education after COVID19, and more! Loved our convo so much! Connect with Scott: [email protected] As referenced in the episode: Colorado Department of Education - Career Development Incentive Program Career Dev...
9. PBL in a Pandemic-Jesse Holcomb
May 06, 2020 04:29 - 43 minutes - 35.2 MBIn this episode I chat with high school Career & Technical educator, Jesse Holcomb, about his incredible manufacturing program, his experience manufacturing parts for Disney, how he's navigating remote learning, and more! He even made me tear up as he shared what he misses most about classroom teaching. You'll love this episode! Connect with Jesse: [email protected]
9. PBL in a Pandemic Series-Jesse Holcomb
May 06, 2020 04:29 - 43 minutes - 35.2 MBIn this episode I chat with high school Career & Technical educator, Jesse Holcomb, about his incredible manufacturing program, his experience manufacturing parts for Disney, how he's navigating remote learning, and more! He even made me tear up as he shared what he misses most about classroom teaching. You'll love this episode! Connect with Jesse: [email protected]
8. PBL in A Pandemic-Barbara Scully
May 05, 2020 04:02 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBIn this episode I chat with innovative Family and Consumer Science Teacher, Barbara Scully about her educational journey and how she's navigating project-based learning in a remote learning environment. Learn how she's using Flipgrid, Canva, and other digital tools to connect and create meaningful learning for her students. Connect with Barbara: Listen to her new podcast series: ConnectFCSed.com Facebook group: ConnectFCSed & FCS Tech Tips Facebook and LinkedIn: Barbara Scully Instagram: @co...
8. PBL in A Pandemic Series-Barbara Scully
May 05, 2020 04:02 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBIn this episode I chat with innovative Family and Consumer Science Teacher, Barbara Scully about her educational journey and how she's navigating project-based learning in a remote learning environment. Learn how she's using Flipgrid, Canva, and other digital tools to connect and create meaningful learning for her students. Connect with Barbara: Listen to her new podcast series: ConnectFCSed.com Facebook group: ConnectFCSed & FCS Tech Tips Facebook and LinkedIn: Barbara Scully Instagram: @co...
7. PBL in a Pandemic Series-Sheri Smith
May 04, 2020 13:47 - 37 minutes - 30.3 MBIn this episode I chat with Sheri Smith, an amazing high school Pathways to Pre-Education teacher from Southern Oregon. We had a fabulous conversation about the incredible program she designed, how she's empowering her students during our time of remote learning, and the hopeful future of education. You will be so inspired by all she has to share! Connect with Sheri: [email protected] Learn about the digital tools mentioned: Mursion Adobe Spark Canva Buck Institute-Free Webinars
7. PBL in a Pandemic-Sheri Smith
May 04, 2020 13:47 - 37 minutes - 30.3 MBIn this episode I chat with Sheri Smith, an amazing high school Pathways to Pre-Education teacher from Southern Oregon. We had a fabulous conversation about the incredible program she designed, how she's empowering her students during our time of remote learning, and the hopeful future of education. You will be so inspired by all she has to share! Connect with Sheri: [email protected] Learn about the digital tools mentioned: Mursion Adobe Spark Canva Buck Institute-Free We...
6. PBL in a Pandemic Series-Chris Peters
May 03, 2020 01:53 - 28 minutes - 22.7 MBIn this episode I chat with Family and Consumer Science teacher, Chris Peters. I loved chatting with her about how she is navigating remote learning in her project based classes. I was touched by her honesty, perspective and courage to step out of her comfort zone to connect with her students and provide meaningful, relevant learning from a distance.
6. PBL in a Pandemic-Chris Peters
May 03, 2020 01:53 - 28 minutes - 22.7 MBIn this episode I chat with Family and Consumer Science teacher, Chris Peters. I loved chatting with her about how she is navigating remote learning in her project based classes. I was touched by her honesty, perspective and courage to step out of her comfort zone to connect with her students and provide meaningful, relevant learning from a distance.
5. PBL in a Pandemic Series-Sasha Roble
May 01, 2020 05:52 - 35 minutes - 28.3 MBIn this episode, I chat with joyful educator, Sasha Roble. Sasha is incredibly innovative and her enthusiasm is contagious. You will love her ideas for connecting and creating incredible learning experiences for students while teaching remotely. Connect with Sasha: Twitter: @sroble62 Instagram & Facebook: @cdramsfcs
5. PBL in a Pandemic-Sasha Roble
May 01, 2020 05:52 - 35 minutes - 28.3 MBIn this episode, I chat with joyful educator, Sasha Roble. Sasha is incredibly innovative and her enthusiasm is contagious. You will love her ideas for connecting and creating incredible learning experiences for students while teaching remotely. Connect with Sasha: Twitter: @sroble62 Instagram & Facebook: @cdramsfcs
4. PBL in a Pandemic-Justin Eagar
April 30, 2020 06:08 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBIn this episode I chat with, Justin Eager, an incredible high school construction technology teacher from Southern Oregon. Hear his story of building his CTE program from the ground up and transitioning to teaching from a career in the plumbing industry. You will be so inspired by his perspective on teaching, remote learning, and the ways he is connecting with his students during this pandemic. Connect with Justin: Instagram: @justinsplumbingservice Email: [email protected]
4. PBL in a Pandemic Series-Justin Eagar
April 30, 2020 06:08 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBIn this episode I chat with, Justin Eager, an incredible high school construction technology teacher from Southern Oregon. Hear his story of building his CTE program from the ground up and transitioning to teaching from a career in the plumbing industry. You will be so inspired by his perspective on teaching, remote learning, and the ways he is connecting with his students during this pandemic. Connect with Justin: Instagram: @justinsplumbingservice Email: [email protected]
3. PBL in a Pandemic Series-Julie Rice-Johnson
April 29, 2020 04:06 - 28 minutes - 22.6 MBIn this episode I chat with innovative educator, Julie Rice, about how she is navigating remote learning in her family and consumer science classes. She shares her favorite ways to connect with her students from a distance, her most magical COVID19 moments and more. You will love hearing Julie's story and you will be definitely come away with ideas to bring into your virtual classroom. Connect with Julie: Twitter: @facs_khs Instagram: @facs_khs & @mrs.jjohnson
3. PBL in a Pandemic-Julie Rice
April 29, 2020 04:06 - 28 minutes - 22.6 MBIn this episode I chat with innovative educator, Julie Rice, about how she is navigating remote learning in her family and consumer science classes. She shares her favorite ways to connect with her students from a distance, her most magical COVID19 moments and more. You will love hearing Julie's story and you will be definitely come away with ideas to bring into your classroom. Connect with Julie: Twitter: @facs_khs Instagram: @facs_khs & @mrs.jjohnson
3. PBL in a Pandemic-Julie Rice-Johnson
April 29, 2020 04:06 - 28 minutes - 22.6 MBIn this episode I chat with innovative educator, Julie Rice, about how she is navigating remote learning in her family and consumer science classes. She shares her favorite ways to connect with her students from a distance, her most magical COVID19 moments and more. You will love hearing Julie's story and you will be definitely come away with ideas to bring into your virtual classroom. Connect with Julie: Twitter: @facs_khs Instagram: @facs_khs & @mrs.jjohnson
2. PBL in a Pandemic Series: Phil Cropper
April 28, 2020 06:20 - 39 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode I chat with Phil Cropper, an extraordinary career and technical educator, chef, and business owner from Maryland. Phil's passion for teaching is inspiring and he has great ideas for navigating teaching and learning remotely and creating magical learning experiences for students! You will be so inspired by his positive perspective and enthusiasm for teaching. Connect with Phil: Youtube: WTHS Culinary Twitter: @pastrychefphil Facebook: Phillip Cropper
1. PBL in a Pandemic Series: Lauren Compton
April 27, 2020 07:11 - 33 minutes - 45.9 MBIn this first episode of our special series, PBL in a Pandemic, I chat with Lauren Compton; a fabulous Family and Consumer Science Teacher from Missouri. She shares so many innovative ideas for connecting with students and creating incredible learning experiences remotely. Get ready to be inspired! Connect with Lauren on instagram @facswithdrc
Mike Washburn
April 23, 2020 04:50 - 1 hour - 53.3 MBIn this episode I chat with the incredible, Mike Washburn. Mike is the Director of Engagement for Participate and host of the popular education podcast: OnEducation. He is a speaker and engaging professional learning specialist. As a former Computer Science teacher, he created a custom-made curriculum using elements of game design and game-based learning culminating in the Grade Eight Game Design Challenge: a year-long project where students made every aspect of their own video game. Mike is ...
Jon Corippo
April 17, 2020 02:19 - 49 minutes - 46.2 MBIn this episode I chat with, Jon Corippo, an incredibly innovative, passionate, and enthusiastic educator who just makes you happy being around him. Hear the story of how #SpringCUE went virtual, the magic of #EDUprotocols & more! Guaranteed you will be inspired!! Jon served a decade teaching at the K-8 grade level, opened a 1-1, PBL, Google-based high school, served in two county offices, both as an Assistant Superintendent and an IT Director. Jon has been recognized as a County Teacher of...
John Meehan
April 10, 2020 06:00 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBIn this episode, I chat with John Meehan. John is an English teacher and school instructional coach at Bishop O’Connell High School in Arlington, Virginia. He is a 2017 ASCD Emerging Leader, and an alumnus of the 2016-2018 Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Teacher Advisory Council. In 2016, he was named one of Arlington, Virginia’s “40 Under 40” by the Leadership Center for Excellence. John is a national presenter and author of the book EDrenaline Rush. He is also a lover of games and adventure...
Russ Richmond
April 04, 2020 17:59 - 39 minutes - 37 MBIn this episode, I interview an incredible high school ceramics teacher who also happens to be my amazing hubby! Listen as we chat about COVID19, how to create virtual learning experiences in project-based classes, self care and more! Connect with Russ on Twitter @richmondruss and on Instagram @richmond_ceramics!
Jennifer Mckenzie
March 27, 2020 16:03 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBIn this episode I chat with Jennifer Mckenzie. Jen is an extraordinary high school Teacher Librarian in Medford, Oregon. In fact she is so extraordinary that she was awarded Oregon state Secondary Teacher Librarian of the year by the Oregon Association of School Libraries. She was selected for being "a creative, artistic, tech savvy, promoter of innovation, compassionate and student-centered, a true book lover, and an enthusiastic advocate for librarians and libraries." During her 17 years in...
Robert Kaplinsky
March 20, 2020 05:17 - 33 minutes - 31.3 MBIn this episode I chat with the incredible Robert Kaplinsky. Robert has been an educator since 2003 as a classroom teacher, teacher specialist for the Downey Unified School District, an instructor for University of California, LA, and a presenter at conferences around the world. He co-founded the website Open Middle, has been published in Edutopia and Education Week, is the author of Open Middle Math: Problems That Unlock Student Thinking, and created the #ObserveMe movement. He is also the ...
Jon Spike
March 13, 2020 04:49 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBIn this episode I chat with one of the funniest educators I know, Jon Spike. Jon is an extraordinary Coordinator of Instructional Technology Integration Services at the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater. He is also a national speaker and host of the LaughED podcast. He created Gamestorm EDU that allows teachers and students to make their own games. Listen, laugh, and come away with tons of ideas and inspiration! Also, listen for new ✨magical✨ sound effects, credited to Jon’s inspiration. 😄...
Jennifer Casa-Todd
March 06, 2020 04:33 - 32 minutes - 30 MBIn this episode, I talk with the amazing Jennifer Casa-Todd. Jennifer is wife, mom, and a Teacher-Librarian at Cardinal Carter Catholic High School in Aurora, a former Literacy Consultant for the York Catholic District School Board, and the author of Social LEADia as well as two books releasing this summer: Raising Digital Leaders, and a children’s book she co-authored called Aubrey Bright: Stories that Connect Us. She is an Ontario GEG leader, a Google Certified Innovator, co-founder of th...
Tyler Cienfuegos
March 01, 2020 02:35 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBIn this episode, Tyler Cienfuegos, an extraordinary high school ELA teacher and BACH school lead in Medford, OR shares how he is bringing incredible innovative learning and gamification into his classroom. Shout out to John Meehan & Michael Matera! Listen and take away some awesome activities and gamified strategies to integrate into your classroom learning tomorrow! Follow his journey on Twitter @TylerCienfuego1
Lisa Johnson
February 21, 2020 13:31 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBIn this podcast episode, I chat with the incredible Lisa Johnson. Lisa is an educator I’ve admired since the beginning of my EDUjourney but have never had a chance to meet until today. She is the CEO and founder of TechChef4u, an Educational technologist, an international speaker, an Apple Distinguished Educator, author of 2 amazing books: Cultivating Communication in the Classroom and Creatively Productive, and mom of 2 mobile natives. Lisa is such a delight to chat with! Learn and be inspir...
Tamara Letter
February 14, 2020 12:51 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBIn this episode, I chat with the joyful and inspirational, Tamara Letter. Tamara has vast experience in education including elementary teacher, differentiation specialist, tech integrator, and instructional coach. She spreads joy and her passion for kindness across the globe as a national speaker and author of the incredible book, A Passion for Kindness. No doubt you'll catch her contagious joy and be ready to start your own kindness journey! Follow Tamara: Twitter, Instagram & Facebook: @tam...
Ashley Anderson
February 07, 2020 15:46 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBIn this episode, I chat with Ashley Anderson, an incredible Sparker Starter and third grade teacher from Medford, Oregon. Learn about Ashley has integrated Empatico, Classroom Champions, and Flipgrid in her classroom to inspire and empower your students in countless ways! We chat about global collaboration, sparking empathy, socio-emotional learning, self care, and more! Connect with Ashley Anderson on Twitter @andersonschamps and through email at [email protected].
Special Guest: Adam Welcome
January 31, 2020 15:01 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBIn this episode, I chat with Adam Welcome. Adam has served in many roles in education including elementary teacher, elementary principal, and Director of Innovation in a district of 35,000 students. Adam was Principal of the Year for his region, a 20 To Watch for the National School Board Association, consultant, international speaker, and guest blogger for EdWeek, NAESP magazine, and many other publications. Additionally, he is the author of Run Like a Pirate and co-author of Kids Deserve It...
Adam Welcome
January 31, 2020 15:01 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBIn this episode, I chat with Adam Welcome. Adam has served in many roles in education including elementary teacher, elementary principal, and Director of Innovation in a district of 35,000 students. Adam was Principal of the Year for his region, a 20 To Watch for the National School Board Association, consultant, international speaker, and guest blogger for EdWeek, NAESP magazine, and many other publications. Additionally, he is the author of Run Like a Pirate and co-author of Kids Deserve It...
Special Guest: Andrew Arevalo
January 24, 2020 17:43 - 35 minutes - 33 MBIn this episode, I have an incredible conversation with Andrew Arevalo aka @gameboydrew. We chat about FETC, CUE, esports, Augmented and Virtual Reality, and so much more!!! Listen now and be inspired! Follow Andrew on Twitter @gameboydrew and check out his website www.gameboydrew.com
Andrew Arevalo
January 24, 2020 17:43 - 35 minutes - 33 MBIn this episode, I have an incredible conversation with Andrew Arevalo aka @gameboydrew. We chat about FETC, CUE, esports, Augmented and Virtual Reality, and so much more!!! Listen now and be inspired! Follow Andrew on Twitter @gameboydrew and check out his website www.gameboydrew.com
Special Guest: Andrew Easton
January 20, 2020 00:17 - 40 minutes - 37.8 MBIn this episode I chat with Andrew Easton. Andrew is an amazing English teacher and personalized learning collaborator from Westside Community Schools in Nebraska. He is also an upcoming Dave Burgess Consulting, Inc author and a speaker and consultant on personalized learning nationwide. Come away with incredible ways to personalize learning in your classroom and professional development as well as gamified strategies! You will be inspired! Follow Andrew on Twitter @eastonA1 and check out ...
Andrew Easton
January 20, 2020 00:17 - 40 minutes - 37.8 MBIn this episode I chat with Andrew Easton. Andrew is an amazing English teacher and personalized learning collaborator from Westside Community Schools in Nebraska. He is also an upcoming Dave Burgess Consulting, Inc author and a speaker and consultant on personalized learning nationwide. Come away with incredible ways to personalize learning in your classroom and professional development as well as gamified strategies! You will be inspired! Follow Andrew on Twitter @eastonA1 and check out hi...
Rachael Mann
January 10, 2020 06:13 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBIn this episode I chat with the incredible Rachael Mann. Rachael is passionate about all things related to education, technology, and science. She is an “edufuturist” who believes in the importance of shaping the educational philosophies and spaces of today by looking toward the innovations of tomorrow. Rachael is a frequent keynote speaker at conferences and events across the country, and she speaks and writes about disruptive technology, education, and careers. She is the author of The Spac...
Special Guest: Rachael Mann
January 10, 2020 06:13 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBIn this episode I chat with the incredible Rachael Mann. Rachael is passionate about all things related to education, technology, and science. She is an “edufuturist” who believes in the importance of shaping the educational philosophies and spaces of today by looking toward the innovations of tomorrow. Rachael is a frequent keynote speaker at conferences and events across the country, and she speaks and writes about disruptive technology, education, and careers. She is the author of The Spa...
Special Guest: Ed Steiger
January 03, 2020 04:38 - 42 minutes - 39 MBIn this episode I chat with an incredible teacher who also happens to be my former culinary student! Ed Steiger is a 4th grade teacher in Medford, Oregon as well as a Spark Starter on our district innovation team. We chat about a funny (& scary) classroom experience, favorite digital tools & podcasts, and more! Shout out to the Medford School District 549c, Pear Deck, Flipgrid, Gimkit, Ditch Summit, and the EduDuctTape and Ditch That Textbook Podcasts!
Ed Steiger
January 03, 2020 04:38 - 42 minutes - 39 MBIn this episode I chat with an incredible teacher who also happens to be my former culinary student! Ed Steiger is a 4th grade teacher in Medford, Oregon as well as a Spark Starter on our district innovation team. We chat about a funny (& scary) classroom experience, favorite digital tools & podcasts, and more! Shout out to the Medford School District 549c, Pear Deck, Flipgrid, Gimkit, Ditch Summit, and the EduDuctTape and Ditch That Textbook Podcasts!
What a Difference a Decade Makes
December 29, 2019 15:23 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBIn this episode I reflect on this past decade and how much growth I’ve experienced from stepping out and trying new things.
Special Guest: Mandy Froehlich
December 13, 2019 15:13 - 36 minutes - 34.2 MBThis week I chatted with the incredible, Mandy Froehlich. Mandy is a former Director of Innovation and Technology, the author of The Fire Within and DivergentEDU, a national speaker and consultant, and co-host for Teacher's Aid podcast on BAM network. In this conversation, we explore the topic of teacher engagement/disengagement, the effect on school climate and culture, and strategies for reigniting your passion for teaching. This is an episode you don't want to miss! Follow Mandy on: Twi...
Mandy Froehlich
December 13, 2019 15:13 - 36 minutes - 34.2 MBThis week I chatted with the incredible, Mandy Froehlich. Mandy is a former Director of Innovation and Technology, the author of The Fire Within and DivergentEDU, a national speaker and consultant, and co-host for Teacher's Aid podcast on BAM network. In this conversation, we explore the topic of teacher engagement/disengagement, the effect on school climate and culture, and strategies for reigniting your passion for teaching. This is an episode you don't want to miss! Follow Mandy on: Twitt...
Tara Martin
November 28, 2019 16:16 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBThis week I chatted with author, speaker, #booksnaps founder, Public Relations & Communication Director, and my bestie...Tara Martin! I love this convo where we share the origin of our friendship, the power of social media and being connected educators, Cannonballin', #GratitudeSnaps, and more! Follow Tara on Twitter @TaraMartinEDU, Instagram @TaraMartin.real, Facebook @Tara M Martin, and her website: Tarammartin.com
Special Guest: Tara Martin
November 28, 2019 16:16 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBThis week I chatted with author, speaker, #booksnaps founder, Public Relations & Communication Director, and my bestie...Tara Martin! I love this convo where we share the origin of our friendship, the power of social media and being connected educators, Cannonballin', #GratitudeSnaps, and more! Follow Tara on Twitter @TaraMartinEDU, Instagram @TaraMartin.real, Facebook @Tara M Martin, and her website: Tarammartin.com
Laura Steinbrink
November 22, 2019 06:08 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBIn this episode I talk to the amazing educator and wearer of many hats, Laura Steinbrink! So many shoutouts, digital tools, and ideas they are too numerous to mention!
Special Guest: Laura Steinbrink
November 22, 2019 06:08 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBIn this episode I talk to the amazing educator and wearer of many hats, Laura Steinbrink! So many shoutouts, digital tools, and ideas they are too numerous to mention!
Heather Marrs
November 02, 2019 05:43 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBIn this episode I chat with elementary educator and instructional coach, Heather Marrs! Shout outs to: Seesaw, gamification, ios Keynote, Sketchnoting, #OrEdChat, Sylvia Duckworth, Michael Cohen, and Laura Steinbrink!
Alicia Ray
October 25, 2019 01:09 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBIn this episode, I chat with Alicia Ray. Alicia is anLead Digital Learning & Media Innovation Facilitator and author of the book #EduEyeExam! Follow her on Twitter at @Iluveducating and #EduEyeExam and at aliciaray.com