In this episode, I'm joined by Elana Leoni, founder of Leoni Consulting Group and host of the All Things Marketing and Education podcast, to explore what makes an educator community truly thrive. You'll also hear why trust, co-creation, and member ownership matter more than platforms, and how strong communities support educators in ways traditional PD often can't. If you want to better understand how educator communities foster connection, innovation, and sustained growth, this episode has you covered!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2026/04/17/educator-community-bonus/

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In this episode, I share five creative ways to use NotebookLM for teachers to go beyond basic Q&A and enhance lesson prep. You'll also hear real-world examples of using audio debates, slide decks, infographics, data tables, and cinematic videos in the classroom. Tune in for actionable ideas to create engaging, customizable learning materials with AI.

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2026/04/14/notebooklm-for-teachers-366/

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In this episode, I welcome back Allison Rodman, educator, founder of The Learning Loop, and ASCD author, for rethinking professional development in the age of AI and moving beyond one-size-fits-all PD. You'll also hear how AI can support more personalized, high-impact professional learning through better pre-session insights, intentional prompt design, and thoughtful guardrails. If you want professional development that respects educators' time and leads to meaningful changes in practice, this episode has you covered!

Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2026/04/10/rethinking-professional-development-bonus/

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