Empowering Everybody: How to Uphold Digital Equity with First VP of Texas Association of School Boards, Dr Mary Jane Hetrick - S2E20
Tech is a transformative tool for learners and educators alike, but in the midst of digital evolution, no one can be left behind.As AI continues to empower classrooms in Texas, Dr Mary Jane Hetrick takes us behind how they’re nurturing creativity, critical thinking and technical expertise across the board!This episode coversTechnology's role in personalised learning, creating individualised learning programmesThe importance of peer-to-peer learning and dedicated technology training for educatorsThe potential of artificial intelligence to reduce teacher workload and enhance students’ experiencesChallenges around digital equity and technology adoption in rural settingsDeveloping critical skills like creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking that cannot be measured by traditional assessment methodsLooking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time. After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!Duncan Verryhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/Dr Mary Jane Hetrickhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/foundationlogicllc/Discover Bett: https://uk.bettshow.com/ Discover SMART: https://www.smarttech.com/education https://www.linkedin.com/company/smart-technologies/
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Innovation at a Leading Charter School with NYOS’ Superintendent, Dr Mechiel Rozas - S2E19
Dr Mechiel Rozas is not your ordinary Superintendent, because the organisation she heads up is Not Your Ordinary School…This charter school in Texas is reimagining learning for a huge roster of students, and using technology at scale as a strategic partner in the education process.Dr Rozas joins us on EdTech Unwrapped as we share how charter schools can unlock unprecedented experiences, how NYOS deploys tech across such a wide workforce, and the unique logistical challenges they’re overcoming…This episode coversInnovation as a charter school, offering small class sizes, looping teachers, and a commitment to civic engagementNYOS’ no-compromise implementation of one-to-one devices for studentsStudent leadership and student voice as a priority, valuing the opinion of digital nativesKeeping global career doors open for students The ongoing challenge of school funding, and how AI might streamline administrative tasks to help relieve that strainLooking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time. After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!Dr Mechiel Rozashttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-mechiel-rozas-00454955/Discover Bett: https://uk.bettshow.com/ Discover SMART: https://www.smarttech.com/education https://www.linkedin.com/company/smart-technologies/
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Transformation with Trust: The Critical Thinking Behind Tomorrow’s Classroom with Director of Innovation at RGS Worcester, John Jones - S2E18
The genie’s out of the bottle with AI in education, but how will technology create more human experiences for learners?John Jones is the Director of Innovation at RGS Worcester, and in EdTech Unwrapped he reveals how schools are transforming learning through smart technology integration and AI literacy on an international scale. Discover how to overcome teacher resistance to new tech, and gain insights into responsible AI use in classrooms - unlock the future of education in this game-changing episode of EdTech Unwrapped! This episode coversRGS Worcester's strategic approach to embedding digital tools, focusing on meaningful implementation and teacher professional developmentAI literacy and responsible use of tools from teachers and studentsCreating tailored technology training that addresses individual teachers’ needsCritical thinking skills for the digital ageBalancing technology and human interactionLooking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time. After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!Duncan Verryhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/John Joneshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/john-jones-74795241/RGS Worcesterhttps://www.linkedin.com/school/rgs-worcester/Discover Bett: https://uk.bettshow.com/ Discover SMART: https://www.smarttech.com/education https://www.linkedin.com/company/smart-technologies/
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Decoding Digital Truths in the Age of AI with Oasis Community Learning’s Alice Whitby - S2E17
In a jungle of misinformation and AI mistakes, how are we preparing the next generation to dodge the deceit and use technology for good?Alice Whitby’s razor-sharp insight into the real-world impact of EdTech comes from her stellar career, which now sees her responsible for teacher development at Oasis Community Learning!From smashing stereotypes around girls in tech roles, to bringing critical thinking to the forefront of education, see the EdTech world through Alice’s eyes on EdTech Unwrapped…This episode coversHow digital tools are integrated across Oasis Community Learning schoolsThe importance of teaching students to critically evaluate online information, particularly around AI and misinformationGathering student perspectives on technology, particularly focusing on safeguarding girls and addressing equity gaps in tech accessThe decline in computing hours in schools and the ongoing struggle to engage students in tech-related subjectsHow technology can support responsive teaching through real-time feedbackLooking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time. After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!Duncan Verryhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/Alice Whitbyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/alice-whitby-29149a50/Discover Bett: https://uk.bettshow.com/ Discover SMART: https://www.smarttech.com/education https://www.linkedin.com/company/smart-technologies/
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Transforming Technology Equity for 43,000 Pupils with Killeen ISD’s Superintendent, Dr JoAnn Fey - S2E16
There’s more educational data at our fingertips than ever before, so teachers of the future: you’d better use it wisely…Dr JoAnn Fey is Superintendent of a huge school district that’s breaking boundaries and transforming classroom opportunities for underprivileged pupils.She’s also the latest guest on EdTech Unwrapped, taking us on the journey to futureproofing the learning of over 43,000 students!This episode coversTechnology’s transformation of education from basic email systems to advanced AI integrationDigital equity and access issues being exposed, particularly during CovidAI's potential to help teachers with grading, lesson planning, and personalised instructionThe unique nature of Killeen ISD as it serves its large military community The importance of training teachers to effectively use tech as a tool for learningLooking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time. After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!Duncan Verryhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/Dr JoAnn Feyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/joann-fey-11923163/Discover Bett: https://uk.bettshow.com/ Discover SMART: https://www.smarttech.com/education https://www.linkedin.com/company/smart-technologies/
Welcome to a new series of EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons from Leaders - brought to you by Bett, supported by SMART.In this series we’re bringing you the insights and experiences of 40 leading educators from around the world.I’m your host Duncan Verry, Portfolio Director at Bett. With over 17 years experience in education and education technology both in schools and as a solution provider, I am excited to hear more from frontrunning voices. On each episode, you’ll hear from pioneers in education and EdTech - we’ll explore the growing, evolving impact of technology on students, educators, and learning experiences.Technology is helping us to solve some of the biggest challenges facing the education sector, and throughout this series you’ll discover how digital transformation and AI-powered tools are helping to deliver a better, bolder future for the next generation.We’re proud to share that the series is supported by SMART, the world leader in interactive technology whose mission is deeply aligned with the challenges and innovations shaping education today.Whether you’re an educator, decision-maker, tech-enthusiast, or you’re fascinated by the future of education, this series of EdTech Unwrapped is for you.You can catch new episodes of EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons from Leaders weekly, so follow the show wherever you access your podcasts to be the first to hear from our forward-thinking guests.Join us for the new series of EdTech Unwrapped - Unwrapping the big tech questions in education.
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