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Matt Baier
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Educator Programs Manager at Apple
Apple Distinguished Educators Apple.co/ade
Apple Learning Coach Apple.co/alc-kit
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💬Leadership Conversations in the Apple Education Forum: digital tools for teaching and learning! #edusky #appleedu @mattbaier.bsky.social

➡️https://education.apple.com/story/250014148
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March 5, 2025 at 2:49 PM
mattbaier.bsky.social
Teacher Resource Share-out starts soon!

education.apple.com/story/250014...
Join us for the Apple Education Community Teacher Resource
In this hour-long session, hear from Apple Distinguished Educators (ADEs) as they showcase innovative ways to use Apple technology in the classroom and beyond to support teaching and learning.
education.apple.com
February 27, 2025 at 10:56 PM
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cinehead.bsky.social
Is anyone else noticing that students are increasingly unable to anticipate, draw conclusions, or make inferences? Instead of reciting facts and definitions, how can we help students apply knowledge beyond the classroom?
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#education #assessment #storytelling
Why the end is the most important part of a story
YouTube video by Michael Hernandez
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February 20, 2025 at 1:56 PM
mattbaier.bsky.social
I am loving these 30 High School Learning Activities! Great for any teacher using Apple products, they have iPad and Mac activities across a variety of subject areas. #EDUsky #AppleEDUsky #AppleEducationCommunity
High School Learning with Apple: The Book
After working together to collect lessons using a variety of tools in each department of a high school, we wrote a book to share those 30 lessons with you. Each lesson features the use of Apple techno...
education.apple.com
February 13, 2025 at 7:55 PM
mattbaier.bsky.social
Mark your calendars! The next Teacher Resource Share-out will be Feb 27. education.apple.com/story/250014... #EDUsky #AppleEDUsky #AppleEducationCommunity #ADE #ALC @morgancave.bsky.social
Join us for the Apple Education Community Teacher Resource
In this hour-long session, hear from Apple Distinguished Educators (ADEs) as they showcase innovative ways to use Apple technology in the classroom and beyond to support teaching and learning.
education.apple.com
February 5, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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cinehead.bsky.social
Need an uncheatable #assessment that’s also #AI-proof?
Find out how explainer videos let students literally show what they know in every subject area and grade level:
✅ Origin Story
✅ How-to
✅ Dispel myths & rumors

See examples and advice: bit.ly/Storytelling...

#education #edtech #PBL
January 28, 2025 at 1:34 PM
mattbaier.bsky.social
Did you miss this month's Teacher Resource Share-out? Don't worry, the recording is now available to view: education.apple.com/story/250014...
Join us for the Apple Education Community Teacher Resource
In this hour-long session, hear from Apple Distinguished Educators (ADEs) as they showcase innovative ways to use Apple technology in the classroom and beyond to support teaching and learning.
education.apple.com
January 28, 2025 at 5:19 PM
mattbaier.bsky.social
I love this quick and easy class activity for Valentine's Day!
education.apple.com/resource/250... #EDUsky #AppleEDUsky #AppleEducationCommunity #ValentinesDay
Make a "Punny" Valentine Card
A sticker collage and markup activity using clever Valentine word play -- combined with images, drawings, emoji, and lettering.
education.apple.com
January 24, 2025 at 12:06 AM
mattbaier.bsky.social
I hope lots of educators can join tonight's Teacher Resource Share-out! education.apple.com/story/250014... #EDUsky #AppleEDUSky #AppleEducationCommunity
Join us for the Apple Education Community Teacher Resource
In this hour-long session, hear from Apple Distinguished Educators (ADEs) as they showcase innovative ways to use Apple technology in the classroom and beyond to support teaching and learning.
education.apple.com
January 22, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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I had a great time yesterday at the Apple Store on Michigan Ave and then lunch with fellow Apple Distinguished Educators.
Thank you Shannon Osheroff for organizing everything!
December 8, 2024 at 9:06 PM
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The #1 most impactful aspect of my teaching career has been the relationships I have fostered through corporate ambassador programs. I have been called a shill and a pawn, but if that means meeting amazing other educators, I am in. Great day with Apple ADEs yesterday. #EDUsky
December 8, 2024 at 10:52 PM
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innovate2edu.bsky.social
What makes a monster? Our pre-k have been on a journey to find out!

1. AI
2. Design
3. Model
4. AR

All w/ iPad in the hands of little learners!

#AppleEDUsky #Edusky #EYFS #digital #students #earlyyears #edtech #imagination #earlychildhood #creativity #education #AI #AR
December 4, 2024 at 8:22 PM
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Today is the international day of persons with disabilities. A day I reflect on and feel grateful for the family, friends, communities and organizations who support me to move, play, belong. #idpwd2024
A collage of images of Nancy and her family doing various sports- skiing, paracycling.
December 4, 2024 at 2:25 AM
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Join me this Thursday for a special Apple event via WebEx: events.apple.com/ms/xww6uj7wo...
December 3, 2024 at 10:44 PM
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1/3 The first ebook in my Fall 2024 sabbatical series, 'Basic Acoustics for Musicians,' is now available for FREE on Apple Books! 📖✨

💡 Start learning today! Download your free copy here: lnkd.in/emZ7kG7r

#AppleDistinguishedEducator #AppleTeacher #AppleEDU #AppleEDUCommunity #Acoustics #AppleBooks
December 3, 2024 at 4:30 PM
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Discover 30 days of high school activities for Mac or iPad, spanning various disciplines—shared daily by collaborating teachers in the #AppleEducationCommunity. First up: Coral Reefs! education.apple.com/resource/250...
#AppleEduSky #AppleEdu
High School Learning with Apple #1: Coral Reef ABC
ABC brainstorm is the first lesson in 30 Activities for high school learning with Apple Series. This quick activity will have students activating prior knowledge and discussing key concepts with thei...
education.apple.com
December 3, 2024 at 2:22 AM
mattbaier.bsky.social
I love this digital Thanksgiving Day parade activity using Keynote!

education.apple.com/resource/250... #AppleEduSky #AppleEducationCommunity
Balloons Over Broadway Keynote
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is an iconic and beloved annual event that captures the hearts of millions, heralding the arrival of the holiday season in the United States. Pair this Keynote with...
education.apple.com
November 28, 2024 at 5:31 PM
mattbaier.bsky.social
Join @felecitytreptow.bsky.social, and other educators as they showcase innovative ways to use Apple technology in the classroom and beyond to support teaching and learning. education.apple.com/story/250013... #AppleEduSky #AppleEducationCommunity #EduSky
Join us for the Apple Education Community Teacher Resource
In this hour-long session, hear from Apple Distinguished Educators (ADEs) as they showcase innovative ways to use Apple technology in the classroom and beyond to support teaching and learning.
education.apple.com
November 20, 2024 at 4:29 PM
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felecitytreptow.bsky.social
Join me and other rockstars educators at this week's Apple Education Community Resource Share-out! I'm excited to share ways to help keep your teacher mojo moving in the classroom with the power of using Agendas in the Classroom app! Find out more here. #AppleEduSky urldefense.com/v3/__https:/...
November 19, 2024 at 2:31 PM
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🌌A cracking #EveryoneCanCreate idea on #AppleEducationCommunity using shapes and lines to Design Stained Glass.🌌

Lots of potential for use in the classroom. I can see a fabulous festive design activity in the near(ish) future.

Try it here education.apple.com/learning-cen...
A stained glass effect picture. Black star outlines and images of the Doctor Who TARDIS (also in black) against a wibbly wobbly timey wimey orange and pink lava lamp style background.
October 1, 2024 at 10:50 AM
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Introduction for new followers: I mostly share on education, accessible technology, and disability. A few months ago, I was grateful to share a piece of my story on CBS Mornings. 1/2
Nonspeaking autistic woman embarks on journey to advocate for disability rights
At 29 years old, Jordyn Zimmerman is autistic and nonspeaking but she's making her voice heard on some of the most prestigious stages. Jamie Wax sat down with Zimmerman in her first broadcast televisi...
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November 17, 2024 at 5:53 PM
mattbaier.bsky.social
I love this #accessibility tip from @jordynbzim.bsky.social

education.apple.com/resource/250...
#ADE
AssistiveTouch: A Magic Dot for Learners
Every iPad includes built-in accessibility features that complement students' vision, hearing, physical motor, and speech. In this post you’ll learn how the feature of AssistiveTouch can support learn...
education.apple.com
November 15, 2024 at 4:48 PM
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🌳 Taking your learning outdoors? ☀️

Enhance outdoor learning with purposeful and creative use of the iPad. Here’s 20 ideas that might inspire you to seamlessly integrate technology while exploring the great outdoors. #EveryoneCanCreate #AppleEducationCommunity #EduSky
November 15, 2024 at 7:51 AM