Thank you so much for joining us for Season 1 of the Innovative Teacher Podcast. We recap how this season went and what is yet to come for Season 2 in the Fall.  Links Mentioned: Download the “10 Ways to Add Innovation in Your Classroom” Guide Book HERE HERE are the detailed show notes for the episode. innovativeteacherpodcast.com/episode49 Connect with us! The Innovative Teacher Podcast: innovativeteacherpodcast.com Instagram: @innovativeteacherpodcast      Facebook Group: The Innovative Teacher Community Naomi Meredith naomimeredith.com      Instagram: @nao ..read more

Wow! What a year it has been! We have learned a lot from remote learning and with that we want to talk about the benefits of remote learning and what we will take away for next year. Links Mentioned: Download the “10 Ways to Add Innovation in Your Classroom” Guide Book HERE HERE are the detailed show notes for the episode. innovativeteacherpodcast.com/episode48 Connect with us! The Innovative Teacher Podcast: innovativeteacherpodcast.com Instagram: @innovativeteacherpodcast      Facebook Group: The Innovative Teacher Community Naomi Meredith naomimeredith.com      ..read more

There are many ways to plan for STEM, with the Scientific Method being one of them. Most of you are probably familiar with this process. Is it still relevant and how does it fit in with the Next Generation Science Standards and the Engineering Design Process?  We’ll talk about our insight today and how it can still be useful in your instruction. This episode is sponsored by Unruly Splats. Check them out below! unrulysplats.com Instagram: @unrulystudios Twitter: @unrulystudios YouTube: Unruly Studios- Unruly Splats Facebook: Unruly Studios  Links Mentioned: Download the “10 Ways to Ad ..read more

Movement in the classroom is extremely beneficial to students' learning, even in the STEM space. Bryanne Leeming, from Unruly Splats, talks about how this can easily be done with her easy-to-use-tool. Not only STEM spaces can benefit from this integration, but regular classrooms and other specials classes. Her examples of success from other teachers around the country is empowering. This episode will make you want to get up and moving!  Connect with Bryanne & Unruly Splats unrulysplats.com Instagram: @unrulystudios Twitter: @unrulystudios YouTube: Unruly Studios- Unruly Splats Faceboo ..read more

There has been a shift in how to host a Virtual Professional Development for teachers. There has been, of course, a need to teach students remotely, but also teachers. What are some tips when hosting your own? In this episode, we will talk about our experiences hosting virtual PD; the good, the o.k., and things we definitely want to change. This type of learning isn't going to go away and we can always improve our instructional practice.  Links Mentioned: Download the “10 Ways to Add Innovation in Your Classroom” Guide Book HERE HERE are the detailed show notes for the episode. innovative ..read more

What are some great getting started steps to Engineering Design Process? If you’re feeling overwhelmed with this process, or it's too much at first,  you have come to the right place! We are talking all about the easy ways to start using the Engineering Design Process (EDP) in your room.  Links Mentioned: Download the “10 Ways to Add Innovation in Your Classroom” Guide Book HERE    HERE are the detailed show notes for the episode. innovativeteacherpodcast.com/episode34 Connect with us! The Innovative Teacher Podcast: innovativeteacherpodcast.com Instagram: @innovativeteache ..read more

The Design Thinking Process and STEM can open up a world of possibilities and look different in your room. Have you ever thought about adding in movement into your STEM routine? Today we have Kylie Burett, teacher and creator of Splat. It’s a 3D geometric tool and how she gets kids critically think and build upon their design skills. She has amazing insight and this is a tool you definitely need in your classroom.  Connect with Kylie & Splat! Instagram: @splat3d Website: splat3d.com Links Mentioned: Download the “10 Ways to Add Innovation in Your Classroom” Guide Book HERE    ..read more

There are many ways to plan for STEM, with the Engineering Design Process being one of them. What is it and how can it be used in the classroom? Today we are chatting with fellow STEM teacher Emine Sharma from Sprouting Stems. She will share her insight about the Engineering Design Process and how she uses it in the classroom.  Connect with Emine! Instagram: @sprouting_stems Website: sproutingstems.in Links Mentioned: Download the “10 Ways to Add Innovation in Your Classroom” Guide Book HERE    HERE are the detailed show notes for the episode. innovativeteacherpodcast.com/episod ..read more

Welcome Innovative Teachers! A great learning environment helps students learn and feel at ease. We are talking about building connections with students and creating a safe and productive classroom. This episode will give you all keys to a positive learning environment to help your classroom. Links Mentioned: Download the “10 Ways to Add Innovation in Your Classroom” Guide Book HERE    HERE are the detailed show notes for the episode. innovativeteacherpodcast.com/episode31 Connect with us! The Innovative Teacher Podcast: innovativeteacherpodcast.com Instagram: @innovativeteacherpodca ..read more

Where should you really begin when creating a STEM lesson? Hear our insight as to how we use standards as a STEM Planning Tool. There are a variety of approaches to take with this method. However, this ensures that your lessons hold rigor and help students grow in various content areas. We include our tips and tricks when it comes to planning with standards and how you can use these methods in your classroom. Links Mentioned: Download the “10 Ways to Add Innovation in Your Classroom” Guide Book HERE    HERE are the detailed show notes for the episode. innovativeteacherpodcast.com/ep ..read more