Eduallstars

Kyle Pace is an Instructional Technology Specialist for a K-12 school district near Kansas City, MO. He is also a Google certified teacher and one of the organizers of #edcampkc. In this session you will learn about: Kyle's background in education The jump from the classroom into administration Becoming a Google certified teacher The influence of Google in the educational world Top Tech Tools Current education books What it means to be a connected educator How to impact policy change in education Integrating more tech into classrooms Major goals Passions as an educator

Alan Sitomer is California’s 2007 Teacher of the Year. In addition to having been an inner-city high school English teacher and former professor in the Graduate School of Education at Loyola Marymount University, Mr. Sitomer is a nationally renowned speaker specializing in engaging reluctant readers. Mr. Sitomer has also authored 16 books to date for esteemed publishers such as Disney, Scholastic, Penguin/Putnam, RB Education and Triumph Learning.

3 Year old Mallory Fundora is the founder of the organization Project Yesu. In this session you will learn about: Project Yesu Winning a Bammy award as a student Role models in Mallory's life What would you change about public school? Thoughts on the education system through the eyes of an 8th grader Future goals

Keegan Waid is currently a high school senior in Bloomsfield Hills, Michigan. He gives us his perspective to educators from a high school student's point of view. In this session you will learn about: A particular adult or teacher that has made an impact What role does technology play in high school Dream classroom design What would you change about public school? What is the hardest thing about being in high school? What is some of the best advice you have received? Fears of graduation How dad has shaped educational world Goals for the future Advice for teachers from a student

Jon Samuelson is a co-host of the Techandia Podcast and The TechEducator Podcast on TeacherCast. Jon has been in education since 1993. He has presented and keynoted at conferences around the United States, sharing his love of mobile learning and educational technology. Jon is also one of the inspirations of the EduAllStars show. In this session you will learn about: Jon's background in education Moving from the a teacher role to a role in IT. the Techlandia podcast Atlas Learning and Live Slide 2013 Bammy Award for Elementary School Principal of the Year Advice to self 5-10 years ago Description of self in 3 words Career accomplishments What Jon Samuelson is passionate about right now

Tony Sinanis is currently in his sixth year as the Lead Learner of Cantiague Elementary School in Jericho, New York. Cantiague was named a 2012 National Blue Ribbon School and Tony received the 2013 Bammy Award for Elementary School Principal of the Year.

Amanda Dykes is a 6th grade teacher in Alabama who is passionate about using technology to increase learning. In this session you will learn about: Amanda's background in education and writing instruction for the NYC board of education Writing her own curriculum for a new technology class Amanda's favorite education book - Making Learning Whole: How Seven Principles of Teaching Can Transform Education Amanda's blog Letting go Favorite technology in education Advice for new and old teachers Growth in failure What are you really passionate about right now Links that were mentioned in this podcast: Making Learning Whole: How Seven Principles of Teaching Can Transform Education Amanda's blog Please subscribe below to the podcast to get automatic updates for your device It was fun getting to know Amanda Dykes. We look forward to seeing what the future has in store for this passionate educator. Check out our archived sessions and stay tuned for more great sessions with eduallstars in the future. Click H

Jerry taught in the New York city school system for 32 years. He wrote curriculum for his school district, the NYC Board of Education and Open Doors a school-business partnership. Cybrary Man's Educational Web Sites started April 11, 1999 as an effort to catalog the internet for students, educators, and parents.

Shannon McClintock Miller is the district teacher librarian at Van Meter Community School, Iowa. She is an educational consultant for Mackin Educational Resources. In 2013 alone, Shannon was named one of the Faces of Innovation from Broadband for America; one of 50 featured in the 2013 Center for Digital Education “Top 40 innovators in Education” Yearbook; and one of the featured Connected Educators with the Connected Educators projects partnered with the US Department of Education.

Amy Mayer works full time in Huntsville ISD as the Director of Staff Development and District Initiatives. She is also a Google Certified Trainer and Teacher.

Tony is a former 5th grade teacher who has also served Elementary Technology specialist, and is now an independent consultant based in Phoenix, Arizona. He has co-written the book Handhelds for Teachers & Administrators, and leads Arizona’s Annual K12 Tech Camp.

Steve Spangler is a science author, teacher, professional speaker, toy designer and an Emmy award-winning television personality. His now famous Mentos Geyser Experiment became an Internet sensation and his appearances on a number of network television shows, including the Ellen DeGeneres Show, to demonstrate his true passion for making learning fun. In this session you will learn about: Steve's background in education The importance of passion in the classroom Steve's television appearances Turning passions for sciences into a business What to expect at a Steve Spangler workshop Several of Steve's latest science experiements How video has driven the Steve Spangler brand How failure and science go hand in hand. Steve's current passions for students

Brett Kopf who is the co-founder of the company Remind 101. Remind101 has taken the education field by storm and have created a solid product that every teacher can use to effectively communicate with their students and parents.

Vicki Davis, aka Cool Cat Teacher, is a full time teacher and IT director in Camilla, Georgia. She is also an active blogger, has her own show on the BAM Radio Network, and is author of the upcoming book Reinventing Writing and co-author of the Flattening Classrooms, Engaging Minds.

Hal Roberts is a superintendent in London ISD, near Corpus Christi in Texas. He is also a former NFL and University of Houston football player. In this session you will learn about: Hal's background in education Becoming a connected educator Teach Like a Pirate kickoff to 2013 school year Educational blogging Goals and challenges of being a superintendent Advice for new and veteran teachers Mistakes and passions

Pernille Ripp is a 5th grade teacher in Wisconsin. She is also a very popular online blogger, co-founder of Edcamp MadWi and the creator of the Global Read Aloud. In this session you will learn about: Pernille's background in education Becoming a connected educator Edmodo and EdmodoCon Global Read Aloud Pernille's Blog Genius Hour in the classroom Mistakes and passions

Paula Naugle is a 4th grade teacher, #4thchat moderator, DEN Star, DENLC LA, Simple K12 Ambassador, Microsoft Innovative Educator, EdCampNOLA co-founder, technology integration specialist. www.eduallstars.com for more great interviews.

In Episode 20 we spoke with Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan. Our time was limited to 15 minutes which is much shorter than the usually 45 that we have. Our goals were to learn a little more about the Secretary Duncan's vision for America and to discuss the advantages of being an connected educator. We felt those goals were met. Thanks for taking the time to listen. In this session you will learn about: Secretary Duncan's road to his current position What it means to be a connected educator and how it can benefit you Vision for technology in school and the future of the American education system Challenges since taking office Who would win a pickup game between President Obama and Secretary Duncan?

Salome Thomas-EL was an award-winning teacher and principal in the Philadelphia School District for over twenty-years and is currently the Head of School at Thomas Edison Charter in Wilmington, Delaware. He is also an educational and media consultant. He visits schools around the country to consult with principals and teachers and to motivate students to be successful. He is a regular contributor on “The Dr. Oz Show” and the author of the best-selling book I Choose to Stay.

Curt is an elementary school principal in Wisconsin. He’s been a school administrator at the elementary level since 2001, and before that was an elementary classroom teacher in New Mexico and then Illinois. He has a talented and beautiful wife and two great kids (ages 11 and 7). He is also the co-host of the very popular Techlandia Podcast. In this session you will learn about: Curt's background in education School administration challenges Connected educators Techlandia Podcast Books on Leadership/Administration Educational Blogging Curt's passions in education