In this episode, I spoke with Innovation Coach Jessica Holloway, all about her role supporting teachers with PBL, STEM education, and EdTech integration. You’ll hear Jessica share valuable advice for educators interested in taking on a similar coaching role. She emphasizes the importance of embracing risk, stepping out of your comfort zone, and adopting the role of a lead learner.
Tips from an Innovation Coach
- Embrace risk taking.
- Step out of your comfort zone.
- Take on the role of lead learner.
- Have fun along the way.
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EPISODE RESOURCES
- Connect with Jessica Holloway on Twitter (X), Instagram, & LinkedIn
- ChatGPT (Open AI)
- ASCD: Professional Learning & Community for Educators
- Artificial Intelligence Explorations and Their Practical Use in Schools (ISTE Course)
- 14 Artificial Intelligence Teaching Tools (Blog Post)
- Answers to Your Project-Based Learning Questions with Erin Murphy and Ross Cooper (Podcast Episode)
- How to Integrate Project-Based STEM Challenges into Your Teaching (Blog Post)
- Why Equity in STEM Education is Critical for the Future (Podcast Episode)
- Using Hāpara to Make Project Based Learning Easier (Blog Post)