Geocache Radio Podcasts

Geocaching was originally similar to the 160-year-old game letterboxing, which uses clues and references to landmarks embedded in stories. Learn about how one teacher is using geocaching to engage students.Follow:@davidfisher65 @sghsscience@DiscoveryEd , @teach42@2teach_edtech @dacia92@bamradionetworkMark Case is a Science Teacher with a passion fo…

Coverage of education by traditional media is declining while the use of coverage through social media is increasing. What's driving the change and what does this mean for educators?Follow:@davidfisher65 @DiscoveryEd , @teach42@2teach_edtech @dacia92@lookingupmoves @bamradionetworkNick J. Tate is an award-winning journalist, editor and best-selling…

There are a variety of grants available to teachers ranging from $500 to $50,000. Tune in and learn about the easiest available grants and the basics you need to know to get funded.Follow:@davidfisher65 @DiscoveryEd , @teach42@2teach_edtech @dacia92@lookingupmoves@bamradionetworkDacia Jones is a 20 year veteran teacher and Area Instructional Facili…

Our guest shares some generally unknown findings about how the use of digital devices impacts our nervous systems. Learn more...Follow:@davidfisher65 @DiscoveryEd , @teach42@2teach_edtech @lookingupmoves@bamradionetworkDr. Lynn Migdal has been a chiropractor for 33 years in Delray Beach, Florida. Specializing in Holistic Natural Health Care, Educat…

Our guest tells us that setting up a Chromebook 1:1 program has its unique set of idiosyncrasies. Tune in as we discuss what separates a Chromebook roll out from an iPad or laptop program.@davidfisher65 @DiscoveryEd , @teach42 @2teach_edtech @yurkwi @BigPurpleHat @bamradionetwork Rachel Yurk is currently the District Technology Integrator for the M…

Yes, yet another review of Google Glass hopefully with a different perspective on the good, the bad and the ugly of the exciting piece of technology.@davidfisher65 @DiscoveryEd , @teach42 @2teach_edtech @bamradionetworkJenna Linskens is an Assistant Professor in the School of Education at Marian University, Wisconsin. Cindy Lane is an Educator, Ins…

Our guest explains why music is such a powerful tool for learning many skills as well a vehicle for life-long learning.@davidfisher65 @DiscoveryEd @teach42 @bamradionetworkRuss Freeman is a smooth jazz artist of multiple genres, composer and bandleader. He lead the studio-formed contemporary jazz band The Rippingtons in 1986. In addition to being a…

In this segment we talk with two authors of a book hat is helping teachers identify and use the best web based tech tools for teachers.@davidfisher65 @DiscoveryEd @adambellow, @teach42 @bamradionetworkSteve Dembo, Director of Social Media Strategy and Online Community at Discovery Communications, Inc. He is s pioneer blogger/podcaster former kinder…

While many music programs are being cut across the nation, our guest is making the case the music offers major benefits and learning opportunities that are often overlooked. Learn more...@davidfisher65 @carolbroos@bamradionetworkCarol Broos is a retired General K-8 Music Teacher, Apple Distinguished Educator, Google Teacher Academy, Golden Apple Fe…

All of the potential promise of 1 to 1 programs in schools is matched by the potential for costly mistakes. In this segment we discuss some of the keys to successfully launching a 1-to-1 computing initiative and look at how to avoid the major pitfalls. @davidfisher65 @Fernandezc4 @bamradionetworkTim Girard is senior teaching associate for the Flori…

Purple Feet is a fascinating program that enables young people to have virtual career discussions with adult professionals. @davidfisher65 @bamradionetworkLance Rougeux co-founded the Purple Feet Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization focused on helping underserved students think about their future. Martha Rougeux has been a classroom teache…

In this segment we talk with two DEN leaders about the DEN Ambassador program, its purpose and benefits to educators. @davidfisher65 @teach42 @lildeb67 @bamradionetworkDebbie Frime has been teaching for 15 years and enjoys learning ways to make my classroom a more fun and exciting. As a classroom teacher in California, Jannita Demian was known for …

In this segment we talk with a teacher, student and and an administrator about their experiences with piloting the genius hour concept in their classroom. @davidfisher65 @kellyhines @bamradionetworkKelly Wade Hines, @kellyhines, is a 5th grade teacher, lifelong learner, mom to 3 crazy boys, and DEN Guru from North Carolina. Shervawn R. Sockwell has…

In this segment we talk with a first grade teacher who was part of a pilot program using tablets in the classroom. Tune in as we talk about the process and the apps that are proving to be very useful with students. @davidfisher65 @mrlosik @kristizoerhof @bamradionetworkKristi Zoerhof is a First Grade Teacher at Bentheim Elementary School in Hamilto…

October is Connected Educator Month so we decided to talk to a panel of DEN Connected educators about what being connected means to them. In this segment they share both the benefits and challenges of being connected.@davidfisher65 @TechyNana@joecfro @aemacdougall @bamradionetworkKatie Warren is a Teacher Specialist in Technology for Glendale USD a…

Our guest in this segment created a site to encourage video collaborations for use in the classroom. The site, NextVista.org, has become a popular site among both teachers and students. Learn why... davidfisher65, @rushtonH @bamradionetworkRushton Hurley has been a Japanese language teacher, principal of an online high school, teacher trainer, spea…

There are mixed opinions about bring your own device policies (BYOD). In this segment we talk about why administrators, teachers and parents may have conflicting views on BYOD and the specific challenges of creating a BYOD policy.Dave Tchozewski (@daveski61)has been in education for 26 years as a classroom math teacher, career readiness program coo…

In this segment we debrief with a DEN member who spent part of his summer break exploring the best practices of schools in Finland. Follow: @davidfisher65, @dgrice@bamradionetworkDennis Grice is a K-8 Technology Teacher at St. John's Lutheran School in Orange, California where his mission is not to teach technology, but to help teachers use technol…

In this segment we connect with an international cadre of DEN Star, school administrators who share some of their insights on technology integration. Follow: @davidfisher65,@bamradionetwork Delsia Easley has been an elementary principal for nine years. Lindsay Morhart is the Vice-Principal of a PreK to Grade eight school in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan,…

According to our guests a green screen can be an extremely effective teaching tool. Tune in an learn how to spice up your classes with the video production technique. Follow: @davidfisher65,@bamradionetworkKim Adair is an inner city Philadelphia teacher that has been teaching for 20 years. She has been teaching technology for the past 12 years from…

David Fisher talks with Chris Weber about the production of the natural history film, North America and its lessons for students. Follow: @davidfisher65,@bamradionetwork Christine Weber is Vice President of Production and Development for Specials at Discovery Channel. Weber and her team oversee landmark specials for Discovery including NORTH AMERIC…

David Fisher talks with Tim Childers about how photography can be a powerful tool for student engagement. He shares tactics and tools for teachers. Follow: @tchilders @davidfisher65,@bamradionetwork Tim Childers is an Assistant Principal at the L&N STEM Academy in Knoxville, TN. He serves on the TN DEN Leadership Council, and is a DEN Guru who blog…

David Fisher, a member of the DEN advisory board, introduces the rest of the board members. Follow: @davidfisher65@bamradionetwork Porter Palmer Director, Global DEN Community. Jan Abernathy is a 5th grade teacher in Greenville, Pennsylvania. Cheryl Woolwine, Assistive Technology Coordinator & Instructional Technology Specialist for Special Ed in P…

In this episode we speak with Discovery Education's mad scientist, and Director of Global Learning Initiatives, talks with us about creative project based learning with digital tools. Follow: @davidfisher65,@HallDavidson@bamradionetwork Hall Davidson is the Director of Global Learning Initiatives, Discovery Education. Hall has over 30 years educati…

In this episode we speak with two Discovery Communications community leaders about the challenges and tools for adapting to meet the common core standards. Karen M. Beerer, Ed.D., Vice President, Professional Development - Common Core State Standards Discovery Education, has 28 years of experience in public education. Chris Meador is the Manager of…

In this episode of we come to you live from the FETC conference. Our two guests discuss how conferences are changing for the better and how passionate educators at the grass roots are driving those changes. Max Brooks is a manager of the Discovery Educator Network (DEN), a global professional development community. Kyle Schutt is Director of Educat…

This is the very first episode of our new community podcast called The DEN ZONE. Listen in as we talk about how this show came to be, where it's going and how the show will help the DEN community grow, connect and amplify our voices. Steve Dembo, Director of Social Media Strategy and Online Community at Discovery Communications, Inc. Steve is s pio…