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Episode Synopsis
Welcome back to the TechEd Clubhouse Podcast, where we smash the status quo of traditional teaching and bring real talk to real classrooms. In this episode, I sit down with Marlena Hebern—former teacher, co-creator of EduProtocols, and all-around EdTech disruptor.We break down:What an EduProtocol is (spoiler: it’s not another worksheet in disguise)Why most “tech integration” misses the pointHow lesson frames like Iron Chef, Sketch & Tell, and Number Mania build actual learning and not just point-gettingWhy open-ended routines are essential for building agency, equity, and deeper thinkingHow Smart Start routines set the tone for a year of student engagementHow EduProtocols support collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, and communication—without eating up your whole prep periodHow to keep learning student-centered without surrendering the reinsWe also touch on:How to use EduProtocols with fidelity and flexibilityThe biggest mistakes teachers make when trying to use techHow to scaffold rigor, support ELLs, and make learning meaningful without losing your sanityThis one is full of hard truths, practical examples, and no-BS advice you can actually use tomorrow.Sketch & Tell – Think-pair-share with purposeIron Chef – Fast, focused, and fun research and reteachingNumber Mania – Crowdsourced data turned into powerful visuals🔗 EduProtocols Website🔗 EduProtocols Templates & Resources✔️ Subscribe to the podcast✔️ Rate and review to help spread the word✔️ Share this episode with a teacher who’s still assigning digital worksheetsWhat’s one boring assignment you can swap with an EduProtocol this week? Tweet it out using #TechEdClubhouse or DM me @coachthomastech.
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