Edge•U Learning Luminary with Frank Giunta: Leading with Innovation and AI in Business Education
Education moves fast, but the best teachers move faster. Between social-emotional learning and the sudden rise of Artificial Intelligence, teachers are constantly recalibrating how they connect with students. It isn’t just about the latest gadget; it’s about knowing which tools actually help a student succeed. Today, we are proud to spotlight Frank Giunta, Department Chair…
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Send us Fan Mail Is instructional coaching actually working, or are we just treating symptoms of a broken system? In this episode of the Coaching Research Conversations with Matt Brady, we tackle the identity crisis facing modern coaches. With hundreds of different job titles and a lack of clear metrics, many coaches find themselves stuck…
Read MoreThe Coaches Court: March Madness Strategies
Send a text Join our coaches Lisa Olidges and Jordan Petri as we explore the “March Madness” coaching cycle—a framework designed to re-energize staff through gamified professional development and high-utility tech tools. From running 4-to-6 week intensive coaching cycles to hosting “Tech Pop-ups” that give teachers their time back, we’re sharing the exact tactics you…
Read MoreThe Impact & Innovation Focus
Send a text Instructional coaching isn’t just about the latest tech—it’s about solving problems and seeing the human in front of you. In this episode, Celine and Katie welcome Dr. Kaylah Holland, a Google Certified Innovator and ISTE award winner, to discuss how we can revolutionize Professional Development. Dr. Holland shares her “non-negotiables” for effective…
Read MoreWhat do you love about coaching?
Send a text In this heart-to-heart episode of the Edu Coach Collective, we’re stepping away from the “how-to” and leaning into the “why.” We sat down with several instructional coaches from the Forward Edge team to uncover the special moments that make this job so rewarding. From the “lightbulb” moments in a classroom to the…
Read MoreA.I. Literacy with Jeffrey Riley
Send us a text In this episode of the EDU Coach Collective, hosts Celine Thomas and Katie Ritter sit down with Jeffrey Riley, a former Massachusetts Commissioner of Education, now leading a nonprofit initiative at MIT. The conversation shifts from simple AI tools to the broader necessity of AI literacy for students, teachers, and instructional…
Read MoreMaster the Classroom AI Shift with Edge•U Microcredentials
The conversation around AI in education has evolved. It is no longer about if AI will impact your classroom, but how you can use it to empower your teaching and engage your students. With the overwhelming volume of new tools, the real challenge is finding the time to learn what actually works. Edge•U Badges collection…
Read MoreNew Year, New Us (EDU Coach Collective Podcast Rebrand)
Send us a text Happy New Year, everyone! You are listening to the very first episode of the year, and if you noticed a new name in your feed, your ears aren't playing tricks on you. Welcome to the EDU Coach Collective! We are so excited to kick off this season with a fresh look…
Read MoreRestart, Recharge, Rebrand!
Send us a text To all of our valued, loyal listeners, thank you for being the heart of our community! We are thrilled to officially announce that the Restart Recharge Podcast is leveling up and rebranding to become The EDU Coach Collective! This transition marks an exciting new chapter, and we are gearing up to…
Read MoreFinding Your Coaching Persona (Pt. 2)
Send us a text This two-part series features hosts Jordan and Torie discussing the essential process of developing and resetting their coaching personas, especially when transitioning to a new environment or district. In Part 2, the conversation likely pivots from sharing initial struggles (like navigating “Coach-ese” jargon and the cultural shock of starting over, which…
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