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
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...
NEW Today! #EduSky
🎉 I’m excited to partner with Kira to talk about using AI as a thinking partner for students.
🧠 Their AI Tutor encourages metacognition and independent problem-solving.
📖 Learn about their new course, too: classtechtips.com/2025/10/23/a...
🎉 I’m excited to partner with Kira to talk about using AI as a thinking partner for students.
🧠 Their AI Tutor encourages metacognition and independent problem-solving.
📖 Learn about their new course, too: classtechtips.com/2025/10/23/a...
Using AI as a Thinking Partner: How an AI Tutor Supports Student Learning - Class Tech Tips
Discover how an AI Tutor can act as a thinking partner for students and support digital literacy while keeping teachers in control.
classtechtips.com
October 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM
NEW Today! #EduSky
🎉 I’m excited to partner with Kira to talk about using AI as a thinking partner for students.
🧠 Their AI Tutor encourages metacognition and independent problem-solving.
📖 Learn about their new course, too: classtechtips.com/2025/10/23/a...
🎉 I’m excited to partner with Kira to talk about using AI as a thinking partner for students.
🧠 Their AI Tutor encourages metacognition and independent problem-solving.
📖 Learn about their new course, too: classtechtips.com/2025/10/23/a...
I’m excited to join two upcoming events hosted by @toddleapp.bsky.social
✨ Curriculum × AI Summit 2025
🗓️ Oct 28th @ 1 PM ET | Virtual
🔗 Register here: hubs.li/Q03LvWGz0
🏙️ District Leaders Meetup
🗓️ Nov 14th @ Rockefeller Center, NYC
🔗 Save your seat: hubs.li/Q03NTnWy0
✨ Curriculum × AI Summit 2025
🗓️ Oct 28th @ 1 PM ET | Virtual
🔗 Register here: hubs.li/Q03LvWGz0
🏙️ District Leaders Meetup
🗓️ Nov 14th @ Rockefeller Center, NYC
🔗 Save your seat: hubs.li/Q03NTnWy0
October 22, 2025 at 5:32 PM
I’m excited to join two upcoming events hosted by @toddleapp.bsky.social
✨ Curriculum × AI Summit 2025
🗓️ Oct 28th @ 1 PM ET | Virtual
🔗 Register here: hubs.li/Q03LvWGz0
🏙️ District Leaders Meetup
🗓️ Nov 14th @ Rockefeller Center, NYC
🔗 Save your seat: hubs.li/Q03NTnWy0
✨ Curriculum × AI Summit 2025
🗓️ Oct 28th @ 1 PM ET | Virtual
🔗 Register here: hubs.li/Q03LvWGz0
🏙️ District Leaders Meetup
🗓️ Nov 14th @ Rockefeller Center, NYC
🔗 Save your seat: hubs.li/Q03NTnWy0
🆕 New today! #EduSky
🎙️ In this episode, I talk with Lisa Hockenberry about helping students create (not just consume) audio content like podcasts.
🎧 Listen here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/21/s...
🎙️ In this episode, I talk with Lisa Hockenberry about helping students create (not just consume) audio content like podcasts.
🎧 Listen here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/21/s...
Student Projects: Helping Students Create Audio Content with Lisa Hockenberry - Easy EdTech Podcast 342 - Class Tech Tips
Use audio in student projects to boost creativity, engagement, & authentic expression with tips from Digital Learning Coach Lisa Hockenberry.
classtechtips.com
October 21, 2025 at 4:52 PM
🆕 New today! #EduSky
🎙️ In this episode, I talk with Lisa Hockenberry about helping students create (not just consume) audio content like podcasts.
🎧 Listen here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/21/s...
🎙️ In this episode, I talk with Lisa Hockenberry about helping students create (not just consume) audio content like podcasts.
🎧 Listen here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/21/s...
💡 Explore how AI can reduce stress and streamline your week #EduSky!
🧠 I’m hosting Session #3: AI + Teacher Burnout on Election Day during VATLL/VASCD’s virtual workshop.
🎟️ Sign up here: vatll.org/home/events/...
🧠 I’m hosting Session #3: AI + Teacher Burnout on Election Day during VATLL/VASCD’s virtual workshop.
🎟️ Sign up here: vatll.org/home/events/...
October 17, 2025 at 8:09 PM
💡 Explore how AI can reduce stress and streamline your week #EduSky!
🧠 I’m hosting Session #3: AI + Teacher Burnout on Election Day during VATLL/VASCD’s virtual workshop.
🎟️ Sign up here: vatll.org/home/events/...
🧠 I’m hosting Session #3: AI + Teacher Burnout on Election Day during VATLL/VASCD’s virtual workshop.
🎟️ Sign up here: vatll.org/home/events/...
💡 New this week! #EduSky
🎧 I joined The Minimalist Educator Podcast with @planzeducation.bsky.social to share ideas on using AI to support teachers and students.
🔗 Listen here: www.buzzsprout.com/2189953/epis...
🎧 I joined The Minimalist Educator Podcast with @planzeducation.bsky.social to share ideas on using AI to support teachers and students.
🔗 Listen here: www.buzzsprout.com/2189953/epis...
Episode 081: AI as Your Assistant with Dr. Monica Burns - The Minimalist Educator Podcast
Dr. Monica Burns joins us to explore how educators can thoughtfully integrate AI tools to simplify their workload and enhance teaching practices. We discuss the evolution of AI in education since our ...
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October 17, 2025 at 4:18 PM
💡 New this week! #EduSky
🎧 I joined The Minimalist Educator Podcast with @planzeducation.bsky.social to share ideas on using AI to support teachers and students.
🔗 Listen here: www.buzzsprout.com/2189953/epis...
🎧 I joined The Minimalist Educator Podcast with @planzeducation.bsky.social to share ideas on using AI to support teachers and students.
🔗 Listen here: www.buzzsprout.com/2189953/epis...
NEW today! #EduSky
✏️ How do you teach writing in the age of artificial intelligence?
🧠 I’m excited to partner with TextJam, a platform that helps students show when and how AI supported their work.
🔗 Learn more here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/16/t...
✏️ How do you teach writing in the age of artificial intelligence?
🧠 I’m excited to partner with TextJam, a platform that helps students show when and how AI supported their work.
🔗 Learn more here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/16/t...
How to Promote Transparent AI Writing in Your Classroom - Class Tech Tips
Promote transparency and authentic student voice with AI writing tools. Discover how TextJam helps teachers guide responsible AI use.
classtechtips.com
October 16, 2025 at 4:15 PM
NEW today! #EduSky
✏️ How do you teach writing in the age of artificial intelligence?
🧠 I’m excited to partner with TextJam, a platform that helps students show when and how AI supported their work.
🔗 Learn more here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/16/t...
✏️ How do you teach writing in the age of artificial intelligence?
🧠 I’m excited to partner with TextJam, a platform that helps students show when and how AI supported their work.
🔗 Learn more here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/16/t...
🆕 New today! #EduSky
📚 In this episode, I’m sharing quick vocabulary strategies and tech tools for every subject area.
🎧 Tune in here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/14/v...
📚 In this episode, I’m sharing quick vocabulary strategies and tech tools for every subject area.
🎧 Tune in here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/14/v...
Quick Vocabulary Strategies for Every Classroom - Easy EdTech Podcast 341 - Class Tech Tips
Boost student vocabulary! 5 interactive vocabulary strategies & 5 EdTech tools, including AI, to make learning personalized and engaging.
classtechtips.com
October 14, 2025 at 4:07 PM
🆕 New today! #EduSky
📚 In this episode, I’m sharing quick vocabulary strategies and tech tools for every subject area.
🎧 Tune in here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/14/v...
📚 In this episode, I’m sharing quick vocabulary strategies and tech tools for every subject area.
🎧 Tune in here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/14/v...
📚 The team at LTC is reading my book "EdTech Essentials."
💡 I’ll join their live Q&A to answer questions—you’re invited, too!
🍎 IL educators earn 1.0 PD credit.
🔗 Register here: www.ltcillinois.org/event/qa-wit...
📬 Want to host a book study? DM me! #EduSky
💡 I’ll join their live Q&A to answer questions—you’re invited, too!
🍎 IL educators earn 1.0 PD credit.
🔗 Register here: www.ltcillinois.org/event/qa-wit...
📬 Want to host a book study? DM me! #EduSky
October 10, 2025 at 5:42 PM
📚 The team at LTC is reading my book "EdTech Essentials."
💡 I’ll join their live Q&A to answer questions—you’re invited, too!
🍎 IL educators earn 1.0 PD credit.
🔗 Register here: www.ltcillinois.org/event/qa-wit...
📬 Want to host a book study? DM me! #EduSky
💡 I’ll join their live Q&A to answer questions—you’re invited, too!
🍎 IL educators earn 1.0 PD credit.
🔗 Register here: www.ltcillinois.org/event/qa-wit...
📬 Want to host a book study? DM me! #EduSky
🎯 NEW today! Whether you're teaching 3rd or 12th grade…
📝 These discussion questions help build a welcoming classroom culture #EduSky
📚 Get the full list + customization tips here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/08/d...
📝 These discussion questions help build a welcoming classroom culture #EduSky
📚 Get the full list + customization tips here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/08/d...
40 Discussion Questions for Students to Spark Conversations - Class Tech Tips
Spark student conversations with 40 customizable discussion questions for students—perfect for building classroom community and reflection.
classtechtips.com
October 8, 2025 at 3:06 PM
🎯 NEW today! Whether you're teaching 3rd or 12th grade…
📝 These discussion questions help build a welcoming classroom culture #EduSky
📚 Get the full list + customization tips here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/08/d...
📝 These discussion questions help build a welcoming classroom culture #EduSky
📚 Get the full list + customization tips here: classtechtips.com/2025/10/08/d...
Loved seeing this in my feed today! 💕
✨ It's always fun to see educators diving into a book study #EduSky
Thank you Kathleen for snapping a picture of the second edition of EdTech Essentials (ASCD + ISTE) 🥳 classtechtips.com/books/
✨ It's always fun to see educators diving into a book study #EduSky
Thank you Kathleen for snapping a picture of the second edition of EdTech Essentials (ASCD + ISTE) 🥳 classtechtips.com/books/
October 8, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Loved seeing this in my feed today! 💕
✨ It's always fun to see educators diving into a book study #EduSky
Thank you Kathleen for snapping a picture of the second edition of EdTech Essentials (ASCD + ISTE) 🥳 classtechtips.com/books/
✨ It's always fun to see educators diving into a book study #EduSky
Thank you Kathleen for snapping a picture of the second edition of EdTech Essentials (ASCD + ISTE) 🥳 classtechtips.com/books/
🆕 New today! #EduSky
🤖 In this episode, I talk with Katie Page about how to roll out a districtwide AI strategy that’s intentional, inclusive, and grounded in real classroom needs.
🎧 Tune in: classtechtips.com/2025/10/07/s...
🤖 In this episode, I talk with Katie Page about how to roll out a districtwide AI strategy that’s intentional, inclusive, and grounded in real classroom needs.
🎧 Tune in: classtechtips.com/2025/10/07/s...
October 7, 2025 at 3:35 PM
🆕 New today! #EduSky
🤖 In this episode, I talk with Katie Page about how to roll out a districtwide AI strategy that’s intentional, inclusive, and grounded in real classroom needs.
🎧 Tune in: classtechtips.com/2025/10/07/s...
🤖 In this episode, I talk with Katie Page about how to roll out a districtwide AI strategy that’s intentional, inclusive, and grounded in real classroom needs.
🎧 Tune in: classtechtips.com/2025/10/07/s...
🍂 Do you have any favorite fall books? #EduSky
📚 I grabbed these two for my nieces last week and would love to hear your go-to picks!
✨ Drop them in the comments below!
📚 I grabbed these two for my nieces last week and would love to hear your go-to picks!
✨ Drop them in the comments below!
October 2, 2025 at 7:13 PM
🍂 Do you have any favorite fall books? #EduSky
📚 I grabbed these two for my nieces last week and would love to hear your go-to picks!
✨ Drop them in the comments below!
📚 I grabbed these two for my nieces last week and would love to hear your go-to picks!
✨ Drop them in the comments below!
🤖 Are you leading or attending AI-focused PD this year? #EduSky
🎙️ In today's NEW post, I share 5 takeaways from hosting webinars about this fast-moving topic.
📚 These tips are great for anyone designing professional learning. classtechtips.com/2025/10/01/w...
🎙️ In today's NEW post, I share 5 takeaways from hosting webinars about this fast-moving topic.
📚 These tips are great for anyone designing professional learning. classtechtips.com/2025/10/01/w...
5 Things I’ve Learned from Hosting Webinars About AI - Class Tech Tips
Explore what I’ve learned from leading webinars about AI, including strategies to boost participation, share resources, and support teachers.
classtechtips.com
October 1, 2025 at 2:19 PM
🤖 Are you leading or attending AI-focused PD this year? #EduSky
🎙️ In today's NEW post, I share 5 takeaways from hosting webinars about this fast-moving topic.
📚 These tips are great for anyone designing professional learning. classtechtips.com/2025/10/01/w...
🎙️ In today's NEW post, I share 5 takeaways from hosting webinars about this fast-moving topic.
📚 These tips are great for anyone designing professional learning. classtechtips.com/2025/10/01/w...
🆕 New today! #EduSky
🎥 In this episode, I share how to make your own educational videos—no fancy equipment required.
🎧 Tune in here: classtechtips.com/2025/09/30/e...
🎥 In this episode, I share how to make your own educational videos—no fancy equipment required.
🎧 Tune in here: classtechtips.com/2025/09/30/e...
How To Make Your Own Educational Videos - Easy EdTech Podcast 339 - Class Tech Tips
Create engaging, personalized educational videos with ease! Discover tools, captions & QR code tips to boost learning in your classroom.
classtechtips.com
September 30, 2025 at 5:02 PM
🆕 New today! #EduSky
🎥 In this episode, I share how to make your own educational videos—no fancy equipment required.
🎧 Tune in here: classtechtips.com/2025/09/30/e...
🎥 In this episode, I share how to make your own educational videos—no fancy equipment required.
🎧 Tune in here: classtechtips.com/2025/09/30/e...
I can't believe it's been six years of the podcast! If you've added podcasts into your routine during the back-to-school season #EduSky...
💡 Tune in for quick, actionable advice you can bring straight to your practice.
🔗 Listen here: classtechtips.com/podcast/
💡 Tune in for quick, actionable advice you can bring straight to your practice.
🔗 Listen here: classtechtips.com/podcast/
September 30, 2025 at 2:06 PM
I can't believe it's been six years of the podcast! If you've added podcasts into your routine during the back-to-school season #EduSky...
💡 Tune in for quick, actionable advice you can bring straight to your practice.
🔗 Listen here: classtechtips.com/podcast/
💡 Tune in for quick, actionable advice you can bring straight to your practice.
🔗 Listen here: classtechtips.com/podcast/
🎯 Looking for strategies to add to your tool belt? #EduSky
💻 I’m leading a virtual session on AI + Teacher Burnout with VATLL/VASCD on Election Day.
📌 All the details here: vatll.org/home/events/...
💻 I’m leading a virtual session on AI + Teacher Burnout with VATLL/VASCD on Election Day.
📌 All the details here: vatll.org/home/events/...
September 26, 2025 at 8:20 PM
🎯 Looking for strategies to add to your tool belt? #EduSky
💻 I’m leading a virtual session on AI + Teacher Burnout with VATLL/VASCD on Election Day.
📌 All the details here: vatll.org/home/events/...
💻 I’m leading a virtual session on AI + Teacher Burnout with VATLL/VASCD on Election Day.
📌 All the details here: vatll.org/home/events/...