Geocaching was originally similar to the 160-year-old game letterboxing, which uses clues and references to landmarks embedded in stories. Learn about how one teacher is using geocaching to engage students. Follow:@davidfisher65 @sghsscience @DiscoveryEd , @teach42@2teach_edtech @dacia92 @bamradionetwork Mark Case is a Science Teacher with a passion for student’s discovery of the world around them. First career was in environmental education running summer camps in 5 states. Full time classroom teacher since January 2007.

Coverage of education by traditional media is declining while the use of coverage through social media is increasing. What's driving the change and what does this mean for educators? Follow:@davidfisher65 @DiscoveryEd , @teach42@2teach_edtech @dacia92 @lookingupmoves @bamradionetwork Nick J. Tate is an award-winning journalist, editor and best-selling author who has written extensively about health, business, technology, finance, music and consumer affairs issues. He is a health writer and editor at Newsmax Media Inc. in South Florida. He is an experienced educator whose background includes teaching health/science journalism as an adjunct professor at Emory University in Atlanta and health communications in a variety of training seminars for college students, scientists, doctors, business executives and public relations specialists.

There are a variety of grants available to teachers ranging from $500 to $50,000. Tune in and learn about the easiest available grants and the basics you need to know to get funded. Follow:@davidfisher65 @DiscoveryEd , @teach42@2teach_edtech @dacia92 @lookingupmoves @bamradionetwork Dacia Jones is a 20 year veteran teacher and Area Instructional Facilitator/STEM Educator with Durham Public Schools. Mother, musician, educator, learner, author, DEN Star, Math Foundations Trainer.

Our guest shares some generally unknown findings about how the use of digital devices impacts our nervous systems. Learn more... Follow:@davidfisher65 @DiscoveryEd , @teach42@2teach_edtech @lookingupmoves @bamradionetwork Dr. Lynn Migdal has been a chiropractor for 33 years in Delray Beach, Florida. Specializing in Holistic Natural Health Care, Education for the Prevention of Disease and strengthening Natural Immunity, Integrative Neurological Fitness so all can reach their highest potential in their body and in their life.

Our guest tells us that setting up a Chromebook 1:1 program has its unique set of idiosyncrasies. Tune in as we discuss what separates a Chromebook roll out from an iPad or laptop program. @davidfisher65 @DiscoveryEd , @teach42 @2teach_edtech @yurkwi @BigPurpleHat @bamradionetwork Rachel Yurk is currently the District Technology Integrator for the Muskego-Norway Schools in Wiscocsin where she is completing her third year. She is on the Discovery Educator Network Leadership Council Innovation and Strategy team, a Google Certified Trainer and SMART Certified Trainer. Kristy Vincent is a visionary educator passionate about 21st century learners. Dubbed a social media queen and an educator by passion, Kristy has worn many hats from a Technology Applications teacher to a Technology Coordinator and currently serves as the Director of Digital Learning for Hardin ISD.

Yes, yet another review of Google Glass hopefully with a different perspective on the good, the bad and the ugly of the exciting piece of technology. @davidfisher65 @DiscoveryEd , @teach42 @2teach_edtech @bamradionetwork Jenna Linskens is an Assistant Professor in the School of Education at Marian University, Wisconsin. Cindy Lane is an Educator, Instructional Technologist and a Google Certified Teacher, and Discovery Education Professional Development Specialist.

Our guest explains why music is such a powerful tool for learning many skills as well a vehicle for life-long learning. @davidfisher65 @DiscoveryEd @teach42 @bamradionetwork Russ Freeman is a smooth jazz artist of multiple genres, composer and bandleader. He lead the studio-formed contemporary jazz band The Rippingtons in 1986. In addition to being a musician as a guitarist, he is also a photographer and illustrator.

In this segment we talk with two authors of a book hat is helping teachers identify and use the best web based tech tools for teachers. @davidfisher65 @DiscoveryEd @adambellow, @teach42 @bamradionetwork Steve Dembo, Director of Social Media Strategy and Online Community at Discovery Communications, Inc. He is s pioneer blogger/podcaster former kindergarten teacher, and expert in educational technology issues. Adam Bellow, speaker and former High School English Teacher, District Technology Training Specialist, and Tech Director. He is the founder of eduTecher and eduClipper and the co-author, along with Steve, of "Untangling the Web."

While many music programs are being cut across the nation, our guest is making the case the music offers major benefits and learning opportunities that are often overlooked. Learn more... @davidfisher65 @carolbroos @bamradionetwork Carol Broos is a retired General K-8 Music Teacher, Apple Distinguished Educator, Google Teacher Academy, Golden Apple Fellow, and Den Star. She hosts a bi-monthly podcast called aRTs Roundtable on the edreach,us network. Blog: www.beatechie.com Website: www.carolbroos.com

All of the potential promise of 1 to 1 programs in schools is matched by the potential for costly mistakes. In this segment we discuss some of the keys to successfully launching a 1-to-1 computing initiative and look at how to avoid the major pitfalls. @davidfisher65 @Fernandezc4 @bamradionetwork Tim Girard is senior teaching associate for the Florida Joint Center for Citizenship, a middle school civics teacher, and a technology consultant and trainer for Leon County Schools. Carlos is Fernandez-President of Academy Lion, Inc. and serves on the DEN LC. He oversees Instructional Technology for Leon County Schools, Tallahassee, FL.