Co-hosts Jerri Kemble and Jamie Saponaro connect you with the movers, shakers, and changemakers transforming schools worldwide. Powered by ClassLink, LinkedUp brings you in-depth, insightful conversations on the evolving landscape of learning—from practical edtech strategies and AI integration to disruptive leadership and global innovation.
Whether you're a classroom teacher, instructional coach, or district leader, join us as we break boundaries, share visionary ideas, and link up the people shaping the future of education. Let’s get LinkedUp!
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In this podcast, George Perreault shares his experience of having been the Instructional Technology Director for the 10th largest school district in the country. George outlines the need for digital learning in face-to-face, remote learning, and hybrid learning environments.
eSports are sweeping the nation and they have been a gamechanger! Tune into this episode to hear from Chris Aviles and Nate Simons, two coaches who have brought innovative eSports programs to their schools. They talk about the setup, rigor, and positive outcomes of integrating electronic sports into their institutions.
In this insightful episode, Digital Sociologist, Dr. Julie Albright discusses the unseen opportunities in digital infrastructure. She expands upon how our educational system plays a role in empowering young people and the rapid innovations in education technology.
In this episode, Paula Henderson, Matt Lara, Folake Oshodi, and Rueben Lara join the LinkedUp Podcast to chat about the roles that extended family members are taking in this new instructional landscape. You will hear from parents, grandparents, and experts in the field to learn about their successes, challenges, and tips for remote learning.
In this episode, Gretchen Thompson, the Regional VP of Sales for Gaggle, speaks upon both the upsides and downsides of students spending more of their educational time online. She provides tips to help parents keep their children safe during remote learning and emphasizes the importance of student data privacy.