Welcome to another episode of R9 Minutes Enough, a Region 9 ESC Podcast!

In this Ed-Tech Edition, we dive into the concept of the "Reset." Whether you are a teacher looking to streamline your classroom technology or an administrator planning for the next semester, we discuss practical ways to hit the refresh button and start strong.

Get into the holiday spirit with this special Christmas episode of our EdTech Podcast! In this episode, we’re stepping away from the technical tutorials to focus on what matters most during the holiday season: finding and creating joy in the classroom.

We share our "Secret Recipe" for a joyful learning environment—blending the right mix of engagement, connection, and festive fun. Whether you are a teacher looking for a mid-December energy boost or an admin wanting to support your staff, this episode is packed with "ingredients" you can use immediately.

Welcome back to 9 Minutes Enough! In this November episode, hosts Christy Johnson and Brady Dalton explore the theme of gratitude in the world of educational technology. 🦃✨

Join us as we discuss the tech tools we're most thankful for this year, from productivity hacks in Google Workspace to creative lifesavers like Canva. We also share insights from Region 9 staff members on what makes their lives easier and chat about the importance of mindfulness for educators.

In this episode, we cover:

0:00 - Intro: Thanksgiving & Gratitude in EdTech

0:30 - Productivity Hack: Google Group Tabs

1:20 - Organizing the Inbox with Google Tasks

2:00 - Why everyone loves Canva (ft. Melissa Burnheimer)

2:50 - Brainstorming with ChatGPT (ft. Christi Luig)

3:20 - Mindfulness & Sleep Apps: Calm, Headspace, & "Pink Noise"

4:30 - Building Classroom Culture with Padlet

5:00 - Pivoting when technology fails

6:00 - The power of collaboration in Region 9

8:50 - Thanksgiving Food Debates: Pecan Pie vs. Fried Turkey

Featured Tools & Apps:

Google Workspace (Group Tabs, Tasks, Calendar)

Canva

ChatGPT

Calm / Better Sleep / Headspace

Padlet

Question of the Month: What tech tools are YOU thankful for this November? Let us know in the comments below! 👇

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