In this engaging episode of the Flipboard EDU Podcast, our host Coach Jeffery sits down with the amazing Alice Keeler. Alice, an experienced math teacher and a Google Developer Expert, dives into her passion for student-centered classrooms, technology in education, and the importance of flexibility in school systems.
Key Highlights:
Introducing Alice Keeler: Alice shares her extensive background as a math teacher since 1999 and highlights her unique role as one of two female Google Developer Experts for Google Workspace worldwide. Known as the "Queen of Spreadsheets," Alice is passionate about using data to create efficient solutions for educators (00:00:33).
The Need for Student-Centered Education: Alice emphasizes the importance of making learning fun and engaging by allowing students some control over their learning environment. This flexibility is crucial in fostering a genuine love for learning (00:01:52).
Alice's Dream of a Perfect School: Alice imagines a school environment that's flexible, allowing for different learning schedules and student-led discussions focused on solving real-world problems (00:03:46).
Navigating Changes in the Education Era: Alice discusses the post-COVID education landscape, highlighting the opportunities to rethink traditional education models and integrate more technology to enhance learning experiences (00:05:29).
Talking to Policymakers: Given the chance, Alice would advocate for giving teachers more time to plan and learn, thus allowing them to foster a more humanizing educational environment (00:06:46).
Translating Google Slides: Alice introduces her latest tool, Slides to Spanish Plus, which helps teachers translate Google Slides into multiple languages efficiently—an invaluable tool for diverse classrooms (00:15:29).
Connection with Educators: Alice discusses her approach to interacting with educators to address their pain points and creating practical solutions that leverage technology to improve teaching and learning (00:17:08).
Giving Teachers a Voice: The discussion highlights the importance of giving every student a voice using technology, and how educators can use tools like Google Slides to facilitate this (00:26:48).
Join Alice and Coach Jeffery as they explore these important topics and share insights on making education more engaging and effective in today’s ever-evolving landscape.
Find Alice Keeler Online: You can connect with Alice Keeler on her website at alicekeeler.com and follow her on social media platforms like Twitter and Instagram (@alicekeeler).
Tune in to this enlightening episode and discover innovative ways to enhance your teaching strategies and support your students' learning journeys!
Alice Keeler: Queen of Spreadsheets and Student-Centered Learning
🔗 Website: alicekeeler.com
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