Anytime Learning with Podcasts
Podcasts are one of my favorite forms of professional development! Make your long commute go by quickly and invest in your own learning, just by listening! Because podcasts can be enjoyed, anytime, anywhere, they are a great option for busy educators. Get started by choosing a Podcast Manager and add some high-quality education-focused podcasts to your library.
Choose a Podcast Manager
Podcast managers allow you to search for and subscribe to podcasts. New episodes are downloaded automatically and your feeds can be organized into topic groups. Here are some apps for your Smartphone:
- Castbox or BeyondPod or Pocketcasts for Android devices
- Overcast or iTunes or Pocketcasts for iPhones.
In addition to your smartphone, you can also stream from your smart speaker, such as Amazon Echo or Alex.
Recommended Educational Podcasts
There are SO many fantastic educational podcasts. Here are some of binge-worthy ones to get your started! Consider subscribing to some of these or leave a comment below with your recommendation for our readers!
- Google Teacher Tribe: Matt Miller of Ditch That Textbook and Kasey Bell from Shake Up Learning share Google’s latest updates and practical ideas for using GSuite tools in the classroom.
- House of Ed Tech: For over 5 years, Chris Nesi has been challenging listeners to reflect on the impact of technology on their teaching. His timeless format includes
- Cult of Pedagogy: One of my all-time favorite bloggers, Jennifer Gonzalez helps teachers be more effective with her insights on classroom management and ed tech.
- Shukes & Giff: Always entertaining, Kim Pollishuke and Jen Giffen exude positivity and encourage listeners to experiment with technology in their classrooms by sharing specific tips and ideas in easy to digest bites!
- Educational Duct Tape: One of the newest additions to the podcast scene, Jake Miller shares popular ed tech tools through the lens of the problems they help solve for teachers and students.
