Monica Burns @ClassTechTips
@classtechtips.com
I help make #EdTech easier — blog + books + podcast + club — Find it all: http://ClassTechTips.com — Want to work together or say hello? Let’s chat! hello@classtechtips.com #EduSky #Education
🎉 So this is fun: If you've joined me for an in-person or virtual workshop you know I love using @padlet.com to organize resources. #EduSky
From the email I received: I'm in the top 0.1% of all Padlet creators worldwide.
🤔 If you had to guess, what tools might put you in the top 0.1% of users?
From the email I received: I'm in the top 0.1% of all Padlet creators worldwide.
🤔 If you had to guess, what tools might put you in the top 0.1% of users?
December 20, 2025 at 5:16 PM
🎉 So this is fun: If you've joined me for an in-person or virtual workshop you know I love using @padlet.com to organize resources. #EduSky
From the email I received: I'm in the top 0.1% of all Padlet creators worldwide.
🤔 If you had to guess, what tools might put you in the top 0.1% of users?
From the email I received: I'm in the top 0.1% of all Padlet creators worldwide.
🤔 If you had to guess, what tools might put you in the top 0.1% of users?
New today! 📝 Want assessments that feel more authentic?
🎙️ Michael Hernandez aka @cinehead.bsky.social explains how to redesign tasks so they cannot be easily copied.
🤝 This episode is in partnership with @jotform.com classtechtips.com/2025/12/19/a...
🎙️ Michael Hernandez aka @cinehead.bsky.social explains how to redesign tasks so they cannot be easily copied.
🤝 This episode is in partnership with @jotform.com classtechtips.com/2025/12/19/a...
December 19, 2025 at 6:15 PM
New today! 📝 Want assessments that feel more authentic?
🎙️ Michael Hernandez aka @cinehead.bsky.social explains how to redesign tasks so they cannot be easily copied.
🤝 This episode is in partnership with @jotform.com classtechtips.com/2025/12/19/a...
🎙️ Michael Hernandez aka @cinehead.bsky.social explains how to redesign tasks so they cannot be easily copied.
🤝 This episode is in partnership with @jotform.com classtechtips.com/2025/12/19/a...
Looking back on the year... here are a few of the most popular posts on the blog and episodes of the Easy EdTech Podcast!
#EduSky
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December 18, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Looking back on the year... here are a few of the most popular posts on the blog and episodes of the Easy EdTech Podcast!
#EduSky
www.linkedin.com/posts/monica...
#EduSky
www.linkedin.com/posts/monica...
🧠 Want to use student data more effectively? #EduSky
📊 I share simple formative assessment strategies you can try right away.
📘 Check out the full list here: classtechtips.com/2025/12/17/f...
📊 I share simple formative assessment strategies you can try right away.
📘 Check out the full list here: classtechtips.com/2025/12/17/f...
December 17, 2025 at 6:13 PM
🧠 Want to use student data more effectively? #EduSky
📊 I share simple formative assessment strategies you can try right away.
📘 Check out the full list here: classtechtips.com/2025/12/17/f...
📊 I share simple formative assessment strategies you can try right away.
📘 Check out the full list here: classtechtips.com/2025/12/17/f...
NEW Today! 🎉 Want fresh ideas for the 100th day of school? #EduSky
🎙️ This episode highlights creative tech friendly ways to celebrate.
💡 You’ll hear simple activities students will love! classtechtips.com/2025/12/16/1...
🎙️ This episode highlights creative tech friendly ways to celebrate.
💡 You’ll hear simple activities students will love! classtechtips.com/2025/12/16/1...
Creative Ways to Celebrate the 100th Day of School - Easy EdTech Podcast 350 - Class Tech Tips
Celebrate the 100th day of school with fun, tech-friendly activities that boost student collaboration, creativity, & critical thinking!
classtechtips.com
December 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM
NEW Today! 🎉 Want fresh ideas for the 100th day of school? #EduSky
🎙️ This episode highlights creative tech friendly ways to celebrate.
💡 You’ll hear simple activities students will love! classtechtips.com/2025/12/16/1...
🎙️ This episode highlights creative tech friendly ways to celebrate.
💡 You’ll hear simple activities students will love! classtechtips.com/2025/12/16/1...
🧠 Want to help students stay focused during long learning blocks? #EduSky
🧠 This post shares 11 classroom brain breaks you can mix into your daily routine.
📎 Read the full post here: classtechtips.com/2025/12/10/c...
🧠 This post shares 11 classroom brain breaks you can mix into your daily routine.
📎 Read the full post here: classtechtips.com/2025/12/10/c...
11 Classroom Brain Breaks to Keep Students Engaged - Class Tech Tips
Discover 11 classroom brain breaks to boost student focus, reduce frustration, and keep learners energized throughout the school day.
classtechtips.com
December 10, 2025 at 6:27 PM
🧠 Want to help students stay focused during long learning blocks? #EduSky
🧠 This post shares 11 classroom brain breaks you can mix into your daily routine.
📎 Read the full post here: classtechtips.com/2025/12/10/c...
🧠 This post shares 11 classroom brain breaks you can mix into your daily routine.
📎 Read the full post here: classtechtips.com/2025/12/10/c...
NEW today! 📘 Looking for ways to make homework more engaging? #EduSky
🤖 This episode explores how AI tools create study guides, instant feedback, and interactive resources.
✨ You’ll pick up ideas to support student independence at home. classtechtips.com/2025/12/09/h...
🤖 This episode explores how AI tools create study guides, instant feedback, and interactive resources.
✨ You’ll pick up ideas to support student independence at home. classtechtips.com/2025/12/09/h...
AI-Powered Tools for Homework Help - Easy EdTech Podcast 349 - Class Tech Tips
Transform learning with AI-powered homework help! Create study guides, interactive games, & instant feedback to boost student independence.
classtechtips.com
December 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM
NEW today! 📘 Looking for ways to make homework more engaging? #EduSky
🤖 This episode explores how AI tools create study guides, instant feedback, and interactive resources.
✨ You’ll pick up ideas to support student independence at home. classtechtips.com/2025/12/09/h...
🤖 This episode explores how AI tools create study guides, instant feedback, and interactive resources.
✨ You’ll pick up ideas to support student independence at home. classtechtips.com/2025/12/09/h...
📽️ Want to do more with Google Slides? #EduSky
🧡 I’m sharing 18 creative ways to use it for teaching and learning.
✨ Explore tips for collaboration, interactivity, and more: classtechtips.com/2025/12/03/g...
🧡 I’m sharing 18 creative ways to use it for teaching and learning.
✨ Explore tips for collaboration, interactivity, and more: classtechtips.com/2025/12/03/g...
18 Reasons I Love Google Slides for Teachers - Class Tech Tips
Explore 18 creative ways to use Google Slides for teachers—boost engagement, streamline planning, and make the most of this EdTech tool.
classtechtips.com
December 3, 2025 at 6:10 PM
📽️ Want to do more with Google Slides? #EduSky
🧡 I’m sharing 18 creative ways to use it for teaching and learning.
✨ Explore tips for collaboration, interactivity, and more: classtechtips.com/2025/12/03/g...
🧡 I’m sharing 18 creative ways to use it for teaching and learning.
✨ Explore tips for collaboration, interactivity, and more: classtechtips.com/2025/12/03/g...
NEW today! 🎧 Want to check for understanding in a creative way? #EduSky
🎙️ In this episode, Katie Brooks shares how she uses student podcast projects in her ELA classroom.
💡 It's full of tips for using choice boards and recording tools to elevate student voice! classtechtips.com/2025/12/02/s...
🎙️ In this episode, Katie Brooks shares how she uses student podcast projects in her ELA classroom.
💡 It's full of tips for using choice boards and recording tools to elevate student voice! classtechtips.com/2025/12/02/s...
December 2, 2025 at 7:20 PM
NEW today! 🎧 Want to check for understanding in a creative way? #EduSky
🎙️ In this episode, Katie Brooks shares how she uses student podcast projects in her ELA classroom.
💡 It's full of tips for using choice boards and recording tools to elevate student voice! classtechtips.com/2025/12/02/s...
🎙️ In this episode, Katie Brooks shares how she uses student podcast projects in her ELA classroom.
💡 It's full of tips for using choice boards and recording tools to elevate student voice! classtechtips.com/2025/12/02/s...
🌆 A few weeks ago, I had the chance to give the closing keynote at a special event Toddle hosted in NYC.
🤝 It was wonderful to connect with educators from the region (and beyond) and explore the role of AI in their learning communities.
📸 Here are a few pictures from the Toddle team #EduSky
🤝 It was wonderful to connect with educators from the region (and beyond) and explore the role of AI in their learning communities.
📸 Here are a few pictures from the Toddle team #EduSky
December 1, 2025 at 4:10 PM
🌆 A few weeks ago, I had the chance to give the closing keynote at a special event Toddle hosted in NYC.
🤝 It was wonderful to connect with educators from the region (and beyond) and explore the role of AI in their learning communities.
📸 Here are a few pictures from the Toddle team #EduSky
🤝 It was wonderful to connect with educators from the region (and beyond) and explore the role of AI in their learning communities.
📸 Here are a few pictures from the Toddle team #EduSky
Honored that my Easy EdTech Podcast is at the top of the list!
🎉 Episode 348 goes live next week which means there are 300+ episodes ready for you to explore. #EduSky
🔎 Use the search bar on my blog to find an episode: classtechtips.com/blog/
🎉 Episode 348 goes live next week which means there are 300+ episodes ready for you to explore. #EduSky
🔎 Use the search bar on my blog to find an episode: classtechtips.com/blog/
November 29, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Honored that my Easy EdTech Podcast is at the top of the list!
🎉 Episode 348 goes live next week which means there are 300+ episodes ready for you to explore. #EduSky
🔎 Use the search bar on my blog to find an episode: classtechtips.com/blog/
🎉 Episode 348 goes live next week which means there are 300+ episodes ready for you to explore. #EduSky
🔎 Use the search bar on my blog to find an episode: classtechtips.com/blog/
NEW today! 🎥 Want to make the most of YouTube in the classroom? #EduSky
🧰 This blog post has 15 tips to help you save time and boost student engagement.
📎 Read it here: classtechtips.com/2025/11/26/y...
🧰 This blog post has 15 tips to help you save time and boost student engagement.
📎 Read it here: classtechtips.com/2025/11/26/y...
15 YouTube in the Classroom Tips to Save You Time - Class Tech Tips
Discover 15 time-saving tips for using YouTube in the classroom to boost engagement, streamline planning, and support all learners.
classtechtips.com
November 26, 2025 at 7:04 PM
NEW today! 🎥 Want to make the most of YouTube in the classroom? #EduSky
🧰 This blog post has 15 tips to help you save time and boost student engagement.
📎 Read it here: classtechtips.com/2025/11/26/y...
🧰 This blog post has 15 tips to help you save time and boost student engagement.
📎 Read it here: classtechtips.com/2025/11/26/y...
NEW today! 🧩 Ready for fresh ideas to stay organized during the school week? #EduSky
📂 This episode highlights time-saving tools like Google Keep, Wakelet, Adobe Express, and Slack.
🎧 Tune in to hear how they can support your workflow. classtechtips.com/2025/11/25/p...
📂 This episode highlights time-saving tools like Google Keep, Wakelet, Adobe Express, and Slack.
🎧 Tune in to hear how they can support your workflow. classtechtips.com/2025/11/25/p...
Time-Saving Productivity Tools for Teachers - Easy EdTech Podcast 347 - Class Tech Tips
Discover game-changing productivity tools for teachers that will transform your lesson planning, classroom management, and daily workflow.
classtechtips.com
November 25, 2025 at 5:29 PM
NEW today! 🧩 Ready for fresh ideas to stay organized during the school week? #EduSky
📂 This episode highlights time-saving tools like Google Keep, Wakelet, Adobe Express, and Slack.
🎧 Tune in to hear how they can support your workflow. classtechtips.com/2025/11/25/p...
📂 This episode highlights time-saving tools like Google Keep, Wakelet, Adobe Express, and Slack.
🎧 Tune in to hear how they can support your workflow. classtechtips.com/2025/11/25/p...
🫣 Have you checked out the updates in NotebookLM #EduSky?
I worked with a group of Colorado educators last week and we explored some of the updates.
Here are a few snapshots of an infographic and slide deck based on a collection of resources on the Grand Canyon.
Let me know if you've tried it 👇
I worked with a group of Colorado educators last week and we explored some of the updates.
Here are a few snapshots of an infographic and slide deck based on a collection of resources on the Grand Canyon.
Let me know if you've tried it 👇
November 24, 2025 at 4:20 PM
🫣 Have you checked out the updates in NotebookLM #EduSky?
I worked with a group of Colorado educators last week and we explored some of the updates.
Here are a few snapshots of an infographic and slide deck based on a collection of resources on the Grand Canyon.
Let me know if you've tried it 👇
I worked with a group of Colorado educators last week and we explored some of the updates.
Here are a few snapshots of an infographic and slide deck based on a collection of resources on the Grand Canyon.
Let me know if you've tried it 👇
📝 Teaching vocabulary across content areas? #EduSky
🎯 I share 5 powerful strategies with EdTech tools to make it more effective.
✨ Ideas + tools like Diffit, Brisk & more: classtechtips.com/2025/11/19/t...
🎯 I share 5 powerful strategies with EdTech tools to make it more effective.
✨ Ideas + tools like Diffit, Brisk & more: classtechtips.com/2025/11/19/t...
5 Ways to Teach Vocabulary in Any Subject Area - Class Tech Tips
Discover how to teach vocabulary with podcasts including tips to boost literacy, spark curiosity, and make word learning stick for students.
classtechtips.com
November 19, 2025 at 8:28 PM
📝 Teaching vocabulary across content areas? #EduSky
🎯 I share 5 powerful strategies with EdTech tools to make it more effective.
✨ Ideas + tools like Diffit, Brisk & more: classtechtips.com/2025/11/19/t...
🎯 I share 5 powerful strategies with EdTech tools to make it more effective.
✨ Ideas + tools like Diffit, Brisk & more: classtechtips.com/2025/11/19/t...
NEW today! #EduSky
💡 Looking for ways to make online learning more interactive?
🎙️ This episode highlights 5 lessons from hosting AI webinars for educators.
🎧 You’ll hear some of my favorite tips: classtechtips.com/2025/11/18/a...
💡 Looking for ways to make online learning more interactive?
🎙️ This episode highlights 5 lessons from hosting AI webinars for educators.
🎧 You’ll hear some of my favorite tips: classtechtips.com/2025/11/18/a...
Behind the Screen Lessons from Hosting AI Webinars for Teachers - Easy EdTech Podcast 346 - Class Tech Tips
5 game-changing lessons from AI webinars for teachers! Make your workshops interactive and transform your virtual teaching with AI.
classtechtips.com
November 18, 2025 at 8:34 PM
NEW today! #EduSky
💡 Looking for ways to make online learning more interactive?
🎙️ This episode highlights 5 lessons from hosting AI webinars for educators.
🎧 You’ll hear some of my favorite tips: classtechtips.com/2025/11/18/a...
💡 Looking for ways to make online learning more interactive?
🎙️ This episode highlights 5 lessons from hosting AI webinars for educators.
🎧 You’ll hear some of my favorite tips: classtechtips.com/2025/11/18/a...
📦 Tired of juggling sticky notes, tabs, and to-do lists? #EduSky
🧠 These 13 tools for teacher organization might surprise you—in the best way.
🖥️ See how they can simplify your school day: classtechtips.com/2025/11/12/t...
🧠 These 13 tools for teacher organization might surprise you—in the best way.
🖥️ See how they can simplify your school day: classtechtips.com/2025/11/12/t...
13 Somewhat Surprising Tools for Teacher Organization - Class Tech Tips
Discover 13 digital tools for teacher organization to streamline tasks, boost productivity, and reduce stress in your daily routine.
classtechtips.com
November 12, 2025 at 5:46 PM
📦 Tired of juggling sticky notes, tabs, and to-do lists? #EduSky
🧠 These 13 tools for teacher organization might surprise you—in the best way.
🖥️ See how they can simplify your school day: classtechtips.com/2025/11/12/t...
🧠 These 13 tools for teacher organization might surprise you—in the best way.
🖥️ See how they can simplify your school day: classtechtips.com/2025/11/12/t...
NEW today! 📚 Hear how a librarian is using AI to inspire students #EduSky
🤖 Charity Hatley shares tips for streamlining research, evaluating books, & creating engaging activities.
💡 You’ll hear how tools like ChatGPT & Gemini can boost media literacy & creativity. classtechtips.com/2025/11/11/a...
🤖 Charity Hatley shares tips for streamlining research, evaluating books, & creating engaging activities.
💡 You’ll hear how tools like ChatGPT & Gemini can boost media literacy & creativity. classtechtips.com/2025/11/11/a...
November 11, 2025 at 6:35 PM
NEW today! 📚 Hear how a librarian is using AI to inspire students #EduSky
🤖 Charity Hatley shares tips for streamlining research, evaluating books, & creating engaging activities.
💡 You’ll hear how tools like ChatGPT & Gemini can boost media literacy & creativity. classtechtips.com/2025/11/11/a...
🤖 Charity Hatley shares tips for streamlining research, evaluating books, & creating engaging activities.
💡 You’ll hear how tools like ChatGPT & Gemini can boost media literacy & creativity. classtechtips.com/2025/11/11/a...
NEW today! 📚 Teaching history this year? #EduSky
🌍 Excited to partner with @worldhistory.org to share their new AI Chat for History built on credible, peer-reviewed sources
See how this free tool helps students think critically while building historical knowledge! classtechtips.com/2025/11/06/a...
🌍 Excited to partner with @worldhistory.org to share their new AI Chat for History built on credible, peer-reviewed sources
See how this free tool helps students think critically while building historical knowledge! classtechtips.com/2025/11/06/a...
AI Chat Tool for History Education - Class Tech Tips
Discover how educators can use World History Encyclopedia’s new AI Chat for History to spark inquiry, deepen learning, and explore sources.
classtechtips.com
November 6, 2025 at 5:02 PM
NEW today! 📚 Teaching history this year? #EduSky
🌍 Excited to partner with @worldhistory.org to share their new AI Chat for History built on credible, peer-reviewed sources
See how this free tool helps students think critically while building historical knowledge! classtechtips.com/2025/11/06/a...
🌍 Excited to partner with @worldhistory.org to share their new AI Chat for History built on credible, peer-reviewed sources
See how this free tool helps students think critically while building historical knowledge! classtechtips.com/2025/11/06/a...
🆕 New today! #EduSky
🎯 This episode is all about using goal setting to help students take charge of their learning.
🎧 Tune in for tips, tools, and classroom-ready ideas: classtechtips.com/2025/11/04/g...
🎯 This episode is all about using goal setting to help students take charge of their learning.
🎧 Tune in for tips, tools, and classroom-ready ideas: classtechtips.com/2025/11/04/g...
Goal Setting Activities to Motivate Students All Year Long - Easy EdTech Podcast 344 - Class Tech Tips
Inspire student ownership & motivation! Get Goal Setting Activities, tips for any subject, and digital tools to help students track progress.
classtechtips.com
November 4, 2025 at 4:59 PM
🆕 New today! #EduSky
🎯 This episode is all about using goal setting to help students take charge of their learning.
🎧 Tune in for tips, tools, and classroom-ready ideas: classtechtips.com/2025/11/04/g...
🎯 This episode is all about using goal setting to help students take charge of their learning.
🎧 Tune in for tips, tools, and classroom-ready ideas: classtechtips.com/2025/11/04/g...
📚 Last week I had the chance to virtually visit a book club where educators were exploring the second edition of EdTech Essentials!
🙌 A big thank you to everyone who joined in!
📖 If you’re interested in hosting a book study, send me a message [hello@classtechtips.com] #EduSky
🙌 A big thank you to everyone who joined in!
📖 If you’re interested in hosting a book study, send me a message [hello@classtechtips.com] #EduSky
November 4, 2025 at 12:39 AM
📚 Last week I had the chance to virtually visit a book club where educators were exploring the second edition of EdTech Essentials!
🙌 A big thank you to everyone who joined in!
📖 If you’re interested in hosting a book study, send me a message [hello@classtechtips.com] #EduSky
🙌 A big thank you to everyone who joined in!
📖 If you’re interested in hosting a book study, send me a message [hello@classtechtips.com] #EduSky
I'm so glad you enjoyed the book study! #EduSky
Just finished up an awesome book study w/@ltcillinois on @classtechtips.com EdTech Essentials. The book is a practical roadmap for making technology meaningful in every classroom!
#EdTech #TeachingTools #DigitalLearning #EducationInnovation #TeacherResources #MonicaBurns #EdTechEssentials
#EdTech #TeachingTools #DigitalLearning #EducationInnovation #TeacherResources #MonicaBurns #EdTechEssentials
November 4, 2025 at 12:38 AM
I'm so glad you enjoyed the book study! #EduSky
📋 Want to toss the clipboard and still stay organized?
💻 You can make a checklist with Google Forms in just a few steps. #EduSky
🚀 Check out this guide to streamline your classroom routines today! classtechtips.com/2025/10/29/m...
💻 You can make a checklist with Google Forms in just a few steps. #EduSky
🚀 Check out this guide to streamline your classroom routines today! classtechtips.com/2025/10/29/m...
How to Make a Checklist with Google Forms in Just a Few Steps - Class Tech Tips
Learn how to make a checklist with Google Forms to track progress, streamline tasks, and stay organized—perfect for busy K-12 educators!
classtechtips.com
October 29, 2025 at 3:29 PM
📋 Want to toss the clipboard and still stay organized?
💻 You can make a checklist with Google Forms in just a few steps. #EduSky
🚀 Check out this guide to streamline your classroom routines today! classtechtips.com/2025/10/29/m...
💻 You can make a checklist with Google Forms in just a few steps. #EduSky
🚀 Check out this guide to streamline your classroom routines today! classtechtips.com/2025/10/29/m...
NEW today! #EduSky
🎥 Want to make video content easier to share with your students?
📚 This episode is all about building YouTube playlists for independent learning and differentiation.
🎧 Listen here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/28/f...
🎥 Want to make video content easier to share with your students?
📚 This episode is all about building YouTube playlists for independent learning and differentiation.
🎧 Listen here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/28/f...
How to Create YouTube Playlists to Share Free Videos with Students - Easy EdTech Podcast 343 - Class Tech Tips
Unlock video power! Learn to build YouTube playlists to organize & share free videos with students. Step-by-step guide for teachers!
classtechtips.com
October 28, 2025 at 4:33 PM
NEW today! #EduSky
🎥 Want to make video content easier to share with your students?
📚 This episode is all about building YouTube playlists for independent learning and differentiation.
🎧 Listen here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/28/f...
🎥 Want to make video content easier to share with your students?
📚 This episode is all about building YouTube playlists for independent learning and differentiation.
🎧 Listen here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/28/f...
🎧 Loved joining Linda and Brian on the One-to-One Podcast! #EduSky
💬 We talked about interactive AI experiences, creative student projects, and how tech can make learning more engaging.
🎙️ Listen here: teach.link/SpotifyOtOPo...
💻 Or watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=FO3i...
💬 We talked about interactive AI experiences, creative student projects, and how tech can make learning more engaging.
🎙️ Listen here: teach.link/SpotifyOtOPo...
💻 Or watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=FO3i...
October 24, 2025 at 3:21 PM
🎧 Loved joining Linda and Brian on the One-to-One Podcast! #EduSky
💬 We talked about interactive AI experiences, creative student projects, and how tech can make learning more engaging.
🎙️ Listen here: teach.link/SpotifyOtOPo...
💻 Or watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=FO3i...
💬 We talked about interactive AI experiences, creative student projects, and how tech can make learning more engaging.
🎙️ Listen here: teach.link/SpotifyOtOPo...
💻 Or watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=FO3i...