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Tech Tools for Teachers

The Tech Tools for Teachers Podcast is hosted by Shanna Martin, an instructional and technology coach focused on helping you find and understand free educational technology tools that you can use in your classroom. Free resources are available at https://smartinwi.com (smartinwi.com). This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

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14:10

Pixar in a Box

Tech Tools for Teachers ·

2025/09/22

In Episode 217, we dive intoPixar in a Box, a free collaboration between Pixar and Khan Academy that blends storytelling, math, computer science, and design. Explore educator guides, standards-aligned lessons, and interactive activities that help students understand how real animation pipelines work—from virtual cameras and rigging to lighting and rendering.Pixar in a Box (Pixar overview)Pixar in a Box (Khan Academy course)Throwback:Episode 32 Mentioned in this episode:Education Podcast NetworkTech

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12:36

Beans, Rice, and Learning Twice

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2025/09/15

In Episode 216, we highlight two fun content review sites that also support charitable causes. Students can practice math, vocabulary, science, and more withBeanBeanBeanwhile donating to U.S. food banks, or tryFree Rice, which donates through the UN World Food Programme. Great for choice boards, stations, or quick classroom competitions!BeanBeanBeanFree RiceMentioned in this episode:Education Podcast NetworkTech Tools for Teachers is part of the Education Podcast

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16:16

Working Smarter with Khanmigo

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2025/09/02

In Episode 215, we dig intoKhanmigo, Khan Academy’s free AI toolkit for teachers. Generate lesson hooks, chunk texts, build quizzes, write newsletters (with translation), create Blooket sets, review class snapshots, and adapt materials for UDL—all in one place and connected to your Khan Academy classes.KhanmigoKhan Academy Teacher ToolsMentioned in this episode:Education Podcast NetworkTech Tools for Teachers is part of the Education Podcast Network.https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/This podcast

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11:51

Hide & Seek World: Geography & Problem Solving

Tech Tools for Teachers ·

2025/06/09

In Episode 214, we explore Hide & Seek World, a fun, interactive geography tool. Students use context clues and detailed visuals to identify global locations, boosting their observation skills, map knowledge, and problem-solving abilities.Hide & Seek WorldMentioned in this episode:Education Podcast NetworkTech Tools for Teachers is part of the Education Podcast Network.https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn -

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16:57

Brain Breaks and Mindfulness Tools for the End of the...

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2025/05/19

Episode 213 introduces fun and mindful brain break tools perfect for end-of-year restlessness. Discover Pixel Thoughts for quick mindfulness, Patatap for interactive creativity, and Thisissand for calming digital sand art.Pixel ThoughtsPatatapThis is sandMentioned in this episode:Education Podcast NetworkTech Tools for Teachers is part of the Education Podcast Network.https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn -

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12:00

Fun and Easy Educational Activities with Digipuzzle

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2025/05/12

In Episode 212, we're diving into Digipuzzle.net, a fantastic platform featuring educational games and puzzles for elementary and middle school students. Discover the huge variety of engaging activities perfect for learning reinforcement, summer practice, or fun brain breaks.DigipuzzleMentioned in this episode:Education Podcast NetworkTech Tools for Teachers is part of the Education Podcast Network. https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:

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16:28

Science Resources & Innovation Opportunities for Your...

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2025/04/28

In Episode 211, we dive into Science News Explores, a comprehensive resource packed with student-friendly science articles, engaging experiments, and STEM career connections. We also briefly touch on Technovation, a fantastic tool to inspire innovation and technology exploration in your classroom.Science News ExploresTechnovationMentioned in this episode:Education Podcast NetworkTech Tools for Teachers is part of the Education Podcast Network.https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/This podcast uses the

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15:20

Google's Talking Tours

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2025/04/14

Episode 210 features Google Arts & Culture's Talking Tours, a captivating virtual platform perfect for exploring global destinations. Learn how to use these interactive tours to enrich research projects, spark curiosity, and bring diverse global cultures into your classroom.Google Arts & Culture: Talking ToursMentioned in this episode:Education Podcast NetworkTech Tools for Teachers is part of the Education Podcast Network.https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/This podcast uses the following

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13:59

Interactive History Lessons with Mission US

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2025/04/07

Episode 209 is here, and we're exploring Mission US, a dynamic platform where students interactively experience significant moments from American history. Discover how flexible, vocabulary-rich, and deeply engaging these missions are, sparking valuable discussions for your middle and high school classrooms.Mission USMentioned in this episode:Education Podcast NetworkTech Tools for Teachers is part of the Education Podcast Network.https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/This podcast uses the following

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16:09

Baamboozle & Beyond!

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2025/03/31

In this episode, we're boosting classroom energy with the game-based platforms Baamboozle and Blooket! Discover how Baamboozle's teacher-created games can be easily integrated into any content area for both whole-class and independent activities. We also cover exciting new updates from Blooket, including its connection to Khan Academy, the thrilling Laser Tag game mode, and a fresh new look!BaamboozleBlooketMentioned in this episode:Education Podcast NetworkTech Tools for Teachers is part of the

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17:40

SchoolAI.com: Great Time Saving Tool!

Tech Tools for Teachers ·

2025/03/17

This week on Tech Tools for Teachers podcast (Episode 207), we're shining the spotlight on SchoolAI.com, a helpful AI platform that's quickly becoming a new favorite at all grade levels! It's also a helpful tool to save you some time as we head into the end of the year chaos! 😃https://schoolai.com/Mentioned in this episode:Education Podcast NetworkTech Tools for Teachers is part of the Education Podcast Network.https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/This podcast uses the following third-party services

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14:22

Gamma.app Presentations!

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2025/03/03

Hey Everyone! On this week's Tech Tools for Teachers podcast (Episode 206), we chat about a helpful, timesaving tool, Gamma.app! This AI-powered platform helps you create stunning visual content in minutes, not hours. Whether you're prepping for tomorrow's lesson or need a quick visual for a classroom concept, Gamma has it all!https://smartinwi.comhttps://gamma.appMentioned in this episode:Education Podcast NetworkTech Tools for Teachers is part of the Education Podcast

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13:20

NCES Kids' Zone - Making Math Fun & Accessible

Tech Tools for Teachers ·

2025/02/24

In today's episode, we're exploring an amazing (and free!) math resource that's helpful for students, teachers, and families engage with math! The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Kids' Zone is full of interactive math tools that deserves a spot in every educator's digital toolbox.NCES KidsMentioned in this episode:Education Podcast NetworkTech Tools for Teachers is part of the Education Podcast Network.https://www.edupodcastnetwork.com/This podcast uses the following third-party

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08:15

Educational One Pagers for Professional Development

Tech Tools for Teachers ·

2025/02/17

Looking for a fresh way to boost your teaching toolkit? In mini Episode 204 of the Tech Tools for Teachers Podcast, we're highlighting a quick set of educational professional development tools by Jamie Clark! Think of these digital posters as your PD companions. Whether you're a new teacher finding your feet or a seasoned pro looking to stay sharp, these one-pagers pack a powerful punch in professional learning.https://www.jamieleeclark.com/https://smartinwi.comMentioned in this episode:Education

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14:55

Typing Time

Tech Tools for Teachers ·

2025/02/10

This week on Tech Tools for Teachers, I’m sharing two fantastic resources for improving typing skills: How-to-Type.com and Keybr.com! These simple yet effective tools help students build proper technique without the distractions of games. Whether they’re practicing individual characters, full sentences, or timed tests, these platforms make it easy to integrate typing into any subject area. Plus, they’re user-friendly and work well for students in 3rd grade and up. If you’re looking for a

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19:33

Designing Dream Parks! 🎡

Tech Tools for Teachers ·

2025/01/27

This week, we dive into the exciting world of amusement parks, showcasing two innovative websites that can be utilized for educational purposes in the classroom. We explore how these tools can help students engage in inquiry-based learning by designing their own amusement parks, integrating planning, mapping, and problem-solving skills into the project. The first site discussed is education.iconograms.com, which allows students to create and customize amusement park maps, incorporating various

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11:37

Making Language Learning Accessible with Colorin...

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2025/01/13

This week, Shanna and Fuzz explore the invaluable resources available on Colorin Colorado, a website dedicated to supporting English learners in the classroom. They highlight the site's wealth of tools designed for teachers, parents, and administrators, making it easier to meet the diverse needs of students learning English. Listeners will learn about key features such as grade-level support, bilingual resources for families, and a comprehensive resource library filled with books, articles, and

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21:59

EPISODE 200! Tech Tools for Teachers Celebrates a...

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2025/01/06

What an incredible journey it's been! We are so excited to celebrate our 200th episode of Tech Tools for Teachers by taking a nostalgic trip back to where it all started. Six years ago, our very first episode (at the kitchen counter) featured two amazing educational tools - Padlet and Google Keep. Let's revisit these awesome tools and see why they're still classroom favorites!To our amazing community of educators and ed-tech enthusiasts - THANK YOU! Your support, feedback, and enthusiasm have made

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11:25

Elfster Makes Holiday Gifting Fun and Easy!

Tech Tools for Teachers ·

2024/12/16

Shanna and Fuzz dive into the fun and easy world of gift exchanges with a tool called Elfster. This platform streamlines the process of organizing gift swaps, making it a breeze to set up events and create wish lists. Whether it’s for the holidays, birthdays, or any special occasion, Elfster eliminates the stress of coordination by allowing participants to easily share their gift preferences. Shanna highlights how it can be a game-changer for teachers, helping them manage gift exchanges without

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18:42

Corgi and Hour of Code!

Tech Tools for Teachers ·

2024/12/09

Hey, educators! Episode 199 has a few fun tools that will help supercharge your classroom toolkit! This week, we are highlighting Corgi! It does have cute pup for a logo, but really it is here to help you co-organize your learning. Developed by CAST, the Universal Design for Learning experts, Corgi is about to become your new best friend in educational technology. Corgi is an innovative tool from CAST designed to support Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in the classroom.Takeaways: The Corgi tool

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