In this episode, I share five interactive vocabulary strategies and five EdTech tools to help students build vocabulary skills across all subject areas. You’ll also hear how AI-powered tools can personalize learning, reinforce key terms, and make vocabulary instruction more engaging. If you want to incorporate technology to support vocabulary acquisition in meaningful and dynamic ways, this episode is for you!
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Tips for Vocabulary Strategies for Every Classroom
- Use AI tools like to create interactive vocabulary activities.
- Incorporate AI-generated images to help students visualize and retain new words.
- Leverage flashcard tools for personalized vocabulary practice and reinforcement.
- Gamify vocabulary learning with chatbots to make practice fun and engaging.
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EPISODE RESOURCES
- Connect with Dr. Monica Burns on X (Twitter), Threads, Bluesky & Instagram
- Sign up for the Free Newsletter
- Check out EdTech Books by Dr. Monica Burns
- Explore Artificial Intelligence Resources, Events & Workshops & Free Stuff
- Grab EdTech Essentials: 12 Strategies for Every Classroom in the Age of AI 2nd Edition & download the FREE Study Guide
- Monica’s Amazon Storefront
- Google Slides (Free Online Presentation Tool)
- Diffit (AI curated teaching resources)
- Brisk Teaching (AI Assistant for Educators)
- Adobe Firefly (Generative AI for images)
- Canva’s Magic Media (Generative AI for images)
- Gemini (Chatbot)
- Adobe Express for Education (Free creation tools)
- Knowt (AI-powered teacher tools)
- Microsoft Copilot (AI companion)
- 7 Ways to Use AI to Teach Vocabulary (Blog Post)
- Building Background Knowledge and Learning New Vocabulary in Any Subject Area (Podcast Episode)
- How to Cite AI Images in the Classroom (Blog Post)
- How to Use Artificial Intelligence to Teach Vocabulary (Podcast Episode)
