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Adam Juarez
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EdTech Consultant for Tulare County Office of Education. Year 20 in EDU. Co-author of the Complete EdTech Coach. Google Certified Innovator & Trainer. Father of 4 daughters and 1 stepson. #cvtechtalk bit.ly/organicedtech
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Stop hunting for math practice! Use Gemini Canvas to generate standard-aligned problems, then upload to Snorkl for instant student feedback. Save time and boost engagement with this simple EdTech recipe.

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From Data to Dialogue
Using AI to Pinpoint and Close Learning Gaps Created with NotebookLM Analyze: Use NotebookLM to scan anonymized assessment PDFs and identify the most-missed questions. Build: Upload screenshots of …
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February 11, 2026 at 5:29 PM
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Leading with learning, never with tech. When tools hinder rather than help, it is time to pivot. Learn how a second grade math lesson transformed by balancing whiteboards with Snorkl to boost student mastery.

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When the Tech Gets in the Way
The Power of the Pivot Image created with Gemini Prioritize learning goals over specific digital tools to ensure technology enhances rather than hinders the educational experience. Remain flexible …
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January 30, 2026 at 4:37 PM
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Calling all Instructional Coaches. Stop sifting through mountains of notes! Learn how to pair NotebookLM with Google Calendar to streamline your coaching workflow. Get instant recaps, track room numbers, and sync notes directly to your invites.

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Streamlining Coaching Workflows with NotebookLM and Google Calendar
Centralized Organization: Consolidate notes, room numbers, and schedules in NotebookLM to eliminate paper clutter and fragmented documents. Automated Summaries: Generate instant recaps of previous …
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January 29, 2026 at 4:12 PM
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Ever felt "rage baited" by a final boss? Students feel the same way when they hit a wall in their learning. This blog post explores how we can turn that frustration into determination using Snorkl. From arcade quarters to 4/4 scores!
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The Final Boss: Finding the Grit to Master Critical Thinking
Image made with Gemini Gamified Persistence: Compares the grit needed to beat an arcade “final boss” to the determination required for students to master Snorkl’s precise feedback. Emot…
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December 16, 2025 at 8:56 PM
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Learn the secrets to fast infographic and slide deck creation using #Gemini and #NotebookLM. We cover all the customization and export options (including Google Slides!). Make your content engaging in minutes. #EdTech #cvtechtalk
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December 15, 2025 at 5:58 PM
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Discover how to use Snorkl to implement UDL principles in math, giving students choice (speak/draw/type) to explain complex concepts. Get high-yield results with immediate, personalized feedback! #EdTech #UDL

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Making Thinking Visible: High-Impact Math Strategies with EdTech
Image created with Gemini UDL in Math: Used Snorkl to teach fraction addition, aligning with UDL by offering multiple ways to show thinking (typing, drawing, speaking). High-Impact Feedback: Immedi…
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December 10, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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A 5th-grade teacher quickly enhanced her introduction to opinion writing by generating a dynamic 3-minute video using Google Vids and a simple AI prompt that emphasized her instructions for this type of writing.

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Quick Video Creation: Engaging Students Without Being a Tech Guru
A 5th-grade teacher used Google Vids to quickly create a three-minute instructional video on opinion essay writing using only a text prompt. The fast-generated video successfully supplemented the l…
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December 5, 2025 at 2:24 AM
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See how Snorkl transforms middle school math! Immediate feedback fuels student pride, better questions, and peer coaching. Practical strategies for rational equations and number lines.

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Student Success with Snorkl in Middle School Math
Image created with help from Gemini Snorkl delivers immediate feedback in middle school math, improving students’ ability to solve problems and ask better questions. The tool boosts student m…
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December 3, 2025 at 12:18 AM
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I recently co-taught a 6th grade math lesson on multiplying decimals. By integrating @SnorklApp, students received immediate feedback on their problem-solving process, not just the final answer. Read about it here: techcoachjuarez.com/2025/11/13/s...
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November 14, 2025 at 7:11 PM
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Unlock deeper math learning! This blog post shows how Snorkl transforms 7th-grade algebra, using instant feedback to spark student conversations, peer coaching, and mastery of two-step equations. #cvtechtalk #edtech #gegcentralvalley

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Beyond the Answer: Fostering Math Conversations with Snorkl
Image generated with Gemini 7th graders used Snorkl to solve a two-step equation, receiving immediate feedback on their reasoning. The instant feedback sparked robust conversations between the teac…
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November 8, 2025 at 2:37 AM
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Create custom, illustrated storybooks for your students with Gemini's new Storybook Creator! 📚✨ This new tool can help make learning more accessible and engaging. #edusky

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New Storybook Creator in Gemini
Create custom, illustrated storybooks for your classroom using simple text prompts in Google Gemini. Enhance the reading experience with features like read-aloud audio, page-turning animations, and…
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August 16, 2025 at 12:36 AM
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Unlock a new playbook for your classroom! Learn how my football hobby can help teach computer science concepts like variables, abstraction, and AI in any subject. #cvtechtalk #csta2025

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Learning at the Intersection of Computer Science and College Football
Analyzing football game film provides a simple analogy for teaching fundamental computer science. Abstract concepts like variables and AI training are made concrete by linking them to actions like …
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July 8, 2025 at 8:48 PM
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Our new book is live on Amazon!

Equip K-8 students for an AI world with interdisciplinary history. Learn to foster critical thinking, media literacy & civic reasoning. History is essential for future-ready learners. a.co/d/0XszUu5

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July 2, 2025 at 3:12 AM
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Digging into UDL in the the Equity Minded Instruction in CS workshop at #CSPDWeek
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June 25, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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Teach algorithms without a screen! Try this simple paper & pencil drawing game to build critical thinking in any subject. #UnpluggedCoding #CSforAll #calmscs #edusky

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Unplugged Algorithms: A Pencil and Paper Path to Computational Thinking
Teach algorithmic thinking without technology by having students create precise, sequential instructions for a task. In a back-to-back partner game, one student verbally instructs the other on how …
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June 18, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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Unleash inquiry & computational thinking! Our latest blog post explores the "Parts, Purposes, Complexity" handout & "Wicked Hydra" for integrated CS in any subject. #EdTech #Teachers #computationalthinking #eduprotocols #edusky

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Embracing Inquiry and Computational Thinking in Your Classroom
Integrate Computer Science: Activities that build computational thinking skills like decomposition and algorithmic thinking across all subjects. Spark Inquiry: Get students actively dissecting topi…
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June 17, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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From history teacher to CS innovator! Discover how Micro:bits + a custom GPT are transforming core subject lessons, no coding needed. A tech coach's journey into AI-powered teaching. #EdTech #Microbit #edusky

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Integrating Micro:bits into Core Subjects: A Teacher’s New Assistant
Bridging CS and core subjects with AI. Micro:bit integration made easy for teachers. Personal journey from history to EdTech innovation. As a tech coach, my journey into the world of computer scien…
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June 16, 2025 at 8:52 PM
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Strike gold in learning! Mrs. Garges' 4th graders linked the Gold Rush to computer science, learning about packets & routers through a fun, collaborative activity. See how history meets tech! #cvtechtalk #cs4all #calmscs

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Gold Rush Meets Wi-Fi: Teaching History Through Computer Science
Students learned about packets, routers, and receivers through a Gold Rush-themed activity. Groups created, delivered, and decoded messages using school maps and Internet protocols. The lesson boos…
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May 29, 2025 at 11:13 PM
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El Monte Middle School's Google HQ & Stanford trip via CodeNext! Inspiring Orosi students with tech careers & college dreams. #EdTech #CodeNext #GoogleForEdu #cvtechtalk

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El Monte Middle School’s Google HQ Adventure
El Monte Middle School students from rural Orosi, CA had a life-changing field trip to Google HQ and Stanford University. The Google CodeNext program helped fund this trip, exposing underserved stu…
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May 28, 2025 at 2:16 AM
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Discover how a 4th grade class used Super Mario to master algorithms & improve writing! A fun, practical lesson remixed from the Cal-MSCS Cross Content Connections website. #cvtechtalk #edusky

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Super Mario, Algorithms, and Iterative Writing
Fourth graders wrote game algorithms to improve writing clarity. Students tested each other’s instructions through Super Mario gameplay. A classic video game became a fun tool for integrated …
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May 22, 2025 at 11:39 PM
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Overcoming language barriers with tech! Discover how one student's resilience and Google Translate's Conversation Mode unlocked learning opportunities. #cvtechtalk #edusky

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Using Google Translate Conversation Mode to Shine
Technology bridges language barriers for students in the classroom. A student’s resilience and determination lead to significant academic and personal growth. Empowering educators with EdTech…
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May 21, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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Level up social studies with CS! From mapping explorers to guiding Mario, students use algorithms to solve real and virtual challenges. History, gaming, and critical thinking collide! #CSforAll #cvtechtalk #edusky

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Power Up Your Social Studies Lesson with Algorithms and Super Mario
History Meets CS: Students use algorithms to map explorers’ and gold seekers’ routes, integrating geography and computational thinking. Lesson Remix with Mario: Teachers kick off with a Super Mario…
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May 14, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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Cal-MSCS CS Steering Team In-person Meeting Day 2. #cvtechtalk #tularecoe #CalMSCS #edusky
May 10, 2025 at 2:58 AM
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What if students played through a story? Explore how one ELA lesson turned literary analysis into a low-tech RPG adventure—building CS thinking without screens!

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Loops, Choices, and Pigs: How One ELA Lesson Brought Computer Science to Life
Role-playing games bring stories and student thinking to life Conditionals and loops deepen understanding of plot and choice Low-tech activities build real-world computational thinking skills What …
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May 7, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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Teach CS without adding more to your plate! Discover how K–8 teachers are using Cross Content Connections to blend creativity, standards, and CS practices into any subject. #cvtechtalk #edusky #cs4all #calmscs

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Teach CS Without “Teaching” CS: Cross Content Connections
Infuse CS practices into any K–8 subject with ease and creativity Empower students through storytelling, remixing, and prompt engineering Support equity, engagement, and future-ready skills—all wit…
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April 29, 2025 at 9:56 PM