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The Cyber Sisters Podcast

by Allison Keefe & Emily Sattler

Allison and Emily are two cyber educators talking edtech, pedagogy, and life in the digital age. Join their year-long peer coaching project designed to challenge them to try new, innovative ideas in their virtual classrooms with the help of some special guests.

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Episodes

  1. S5 Ep2 Improv and Design Thinking with Melissa-Ann Pero

    Season 5, Episode 2: Improv and Design Thinking with Melissa-Ann Pero In today's episode...Allison and Emily talk with Dr. Melissa-Ann Pero, a teacher education instructor at York County School of Technology all about improv and design thinking. We explore how it can be used in the classroom....

  2. S5 Ep. 1 Welcome Back

    In today's episode...Allison and Emily welcome everyone to season 5 of the podcast. They share what they did over the summer, their one-word theme for the year, and some upcoming guests. Follow us on Twitter (X) at: Allison Keefe: @AllisonKTeaches Emily Sattler: @SattlerCyber Resources: TickTick…

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  3. S4 Ep. 7 AI Tools with Sam Fecich

    In today's episode...Allison and Emily talk with Dr. Sam Fecich about various AI Tools and how they can be used by teachers. You've heard of and maybe mastered ChatGPT, now onto the next ones! We chat about Canva, AI Assembly, and Autoclassmate before moving onto Microsoft. Use these tools to…

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  4. S4 Ep. 6 A Date with PETE

    Season 4, Episode 6: A Date with PETE In today's episode...Allison and Emily recap PETE&C. They share their connections, favorite presentations, and some tips and topics. A special shout-out to Kerin Steigerwalt for the name of the episode! Follow us on Twitter at: Allison Keefe: @AllisonKTeaches...

  5. S4 Ep. 5 Instructional Coaching

    Season 4, Episode 5: Instructional Coaching In today's episode...Allison and Emily talk with Scott Snyder about instructional coaching. Whether you are an experienced instructional coach, new to coaching (like us!), an aspiring coach, or haven't heard of it, there's something in this episode for...

  6. S4 Ep. 4 ChatGPT

    Season 4, Episode 3: ChatGPT In today's episode...Allison and Emily talk about ChatGPT. They talk about what it is, how it might be used, and some problems it creates. We invite you to continue the conversation with us…in person! Follow us on Twitter at: Allison Keefe: @AllisonKTeaches Emily...

  7. S4 Ep. 3 STEAM in the Parks

    In today's episode...Allison and Emily chat with Dacia Jones about STEAM in the Park and Expeditions in Education! They talk about ways teachers can get involved over the summer and during the school year with National Parks. Follow us on Twitter at: Allison Keefe: @AllisonKTeaches Emily Sattler:...

  8. S4 Ep. 2 Into the Metaverse & Augmented Reality with Jessie Barberry

    Music Credit to scottholmesmusic.com for use of the track "Hotshot" in our intro and outro.

  9. S4 Ep. 1 Finding Out Educator Spark (when we thought we lost it)

    Show Notes at https://www.bulbapp.com/u/cyber-sisters-season-4 Music Credit to scottholmesmusic.com for use of the track "Hotshot" in our intro and outro.

  10. S3 Ep 0 Cha-cha-changes (Season Preview)

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily are so excited to be back for season 4! They talk about some changes that happened over the summer and preview the season. Follow us on Twitter at: Allison Keefe: @AllisonKTeaches Emily Sattler: @SattlerCyber Next Episode: Nov 4th - Reigniting Your Spark…

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  11. S3 Ep7 Season 3 Finale

    In today's episode...Allison and Emily talk about what went well this school year, some reflections and some goals for the summer! Follow us on Twitter at: Allison Keefe: @AllisonKTeaches Emily Sattler: @SattlerCyber Show notes at...

  12. S3 Ep6 The Return of Class Notebook

    In today's episode... After a very long wait, Allison and Emily are finally giving Class Notebook the "try it" it deserves! They are joined by Karen Hamburger, the 7th-grade math teacher from their teaching team to discuss their pilot program this year. With over 10 years of experience teaching...

  13. S3 Ep 5 Edupotocols

    Season 3, Episode 5: EduProtocols & Nearpod In today's episode...Allison and Emily talk about EduProtocols & Nearpod - two of their favorite things! They explain a little about what EduProtocols are, some of their favorites, and how you can use them in your classroom with another favorite tool,...

  14. S3 Ep 4 Tiebreaker

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily talk with Rebecca Gibboney all about her book The Tiebreaker. They talk about it's implication for administrators, instructional coaches and classroom teachers alike. There's something for everyone in this episode! Follow us on Twitter at: Allison Keefe:...

  15. S3 Ep 3 Nearpod

    In today's episode...Allison and Emily talk all about Nearpod! What is it, why we love it, and some of our favorite uses of the tool! Follow us on Twitter at: Allison Keefe: @AllisonKTeaches Emily Sattler: @SattlerCyber Nearpod: @Nearpod Show notes @...

  16. S3 E2 Classroom Copyright w/ Melissa Ann Pero

    In today's episode...Melissa-Ann talks with Allison and Emily all about copyright in the classroom. They talk about why it's important and share some tips to make sure that you are not breaking any copyright laws! Follow us on Twitter at: Melissa-Ann Pero: @melannpero Allison Keefe:...

  17. S3 E1 Welcome Back

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily are so excited to be back for season 3! They talk about how they spent their summer, share their one word theme for the year, and preview the season. Don't forget to send them your questions and then listen for them to be answered on a future episode!…

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  18. S2. Episode 14: Summer Finale

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily reflect on this pandemic-influenced year. They share lessons learned, curriculum changes, and summer goals. Share your goals, questions, and ideas with us for next season with us over the summer! Follow us on Twitter at: Allison Keefe: @AllisonKTeaches…

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  19. S2. Episode 13: Global Classrooms with Jamie Antoun

    In today's episode... Jamie, a fourth grade teacher from Central PA, tells us all about her experience with connecting with classrooms around the world. She talks about Empactico, Skype in the Classroom, and some other experiences. If you have experiences using things like this in secondary, we'd...

  20. S2. Episode 12: Critical Racial Justice w/ Nakeiha Primus

    In our longest ever episode... Allison and Emily talk critical racial justice conversations in the classroom with Dr. Nakeiha Primus. If you only listen to one episode all year, let it be this one! Nakeiha brings not just her educator's heart and soul to this interview, but also her expertise in...

  21. S2 Episode 11: PETE&C Reflection

    Allison and Emily take time this week to reflect on the four days they spent at V-PETE. They reflect on their sessions, and share their best tips and topics! Welcome to any new listeners! Keep submitting those questions to be featured on a future episode! Follow us on Twitter at: Allison Keefe:...

  22. S2 Episode 10: Student Teaching with Dr. Samantha Fecich

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily talk student teaching with Dr. Samantha Fecich. Sam has mentored many preservice teachers through the student teaching experience, and shares her best tips with us to help us get prepared to welcome our first ever student teachers into our virtual space....

  23. S2 Episode 9: Engaging Conversations

    Allison and Emily take time this week to reflect on the fun episode they had with Kerin about engaging classrooms. They share some reactions, and dispense their best engagement techniques. Then, the girls tackle a listener question from a parent about engagement in the virtual setting. Keep...

  24. S2 Episode 8: Classroom Engagement with Kerin Steigerwalt

    Episode 8: Classroom Engagement with Kerin Steigerwalt In today's episode... Allison and Emily talk classroom engagement with the fabulous Kerin Steigerwalt! Her classroom went virtual last Spring, and her insights about what makes students and families invested in learning are second to none.…

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  25. S2 Episode 7: The Best Laid Plans

    Sometimes, you make plans... and they just don't pan out! Last episode, Allison and Emily had a great conversation with Dianne about Microsoft ClassNotebook. Find out what went wrong and how the Cyber Sister's pivoted their writing plans. Then, the girls discuss how to integrate an interactive...

  26. S2 Episode 6: Microsoft Class Notebook with Dianne Krause

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily learn about Microsoft Class Notebook from "THE" Microsoft guru (in our circles anyway), Dianne Krause! We talk about how Class Notebook can be used to show student thinking in real time, and Dianne shares some tips and tricks. Whether you use Microsoft at...

  27. The Cyber Sisters' Podcast: S2E5 Slowing Down

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily reflect on how they are slowing down this year. Taking a cue from Eric, they discuss the success and challenges about taking some extra time this year. Allison and Emily also answer a listener question from Pam and debate about a second monitor! Keep...

  28. The Cyber Sisters' Podcast: S2E4 Virtual Classroom Community

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily are talk all things community with Eric Pfeiffer! Eric is known at Agora as an expert at classroom community. We talk building connections, differences across the state, among others. Have more tips to share after? Connect with us on Twitter! Follow us on...

  29. The Cyber Sisters' Podcast: S2E3 QRBreakIN Reflection & Listen Questions

    Allison and Emily reflect on starting the year with a John Meehan style QRBreakIN. They discuss designing their games for a virtual classroom environment, as well as their successes and fail-forwards for next time. Allison and Emily also answer their first listener question of the season on time...

  30. The Cyber Sisters' Podcast: S2E2 #QRBreakIns with John Meehan

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily are coached by John Meehan through his QR BreakINs method of gamification. Together, they talk games, education, and equity. Will Allison and Emily level up their classrooms to start the school year? Listen to find out! Follow us on Twitter at: John Meehan:...

  31. The Cyber Sisters' Podcast: S2E1 Welcome Back

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily are so excited to be back for season 2! They talk about what they accomplished over the summer, and share some changes to the podcast. Don't forget to send them your questions and then listen for them to be answered on a future episode! Follow us on Twitter...

  32. The Cyber Sister's Podcast: Episode 14 Summer Favorites

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily sound off on some of their favorites from the 2019-2020 school year including engagement tools, projects, organization tips, books, podcasts, and more! Get ready for your own summer rest and reset with the Cyber Sisters. Follow us on Twitter at: Allison...

  33. The Cyber Sister's Podcast: Episode 13 Season Finale Part 1

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily reflect on the podcast! They discuss if they met their goals season 1, share follow up wisdom from their "try its", and give tips for starting a podcast. Huge thank you to all our guests this season - Sarah Rivera, Rebecca Gibboney, Hollie Woodard, and…

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  34. The Cyber Sister's Podcast: Episode 12 Ask the Cyber Sisters

    In today's episode... Zoom fatigue? Webcam conundrums? Work-life balance during distance learning? In this episode, Allison and Emily answer 8 of YOUR listener submitted questions! Follow us on Twitter at: Allison Keefe: @AllisonKTeaches Emily Sattler: @SattlerCyber Next Episode: May 19th…

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  35. The Cyber Sister's Podcast: Episode 11 Digital Breakout Reflection

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily reflect on their digital breakouts. Allison built "Cracking the Code on Poetry" while Emily designed an engaging escape based on "Feudalism." They talk the design, outcomes, and the challenge of student cooperation! Follow us on Twitter at: Allison Keefe:...

  36. The Cyber Sister's Podcast: Episode 10 Digital Breakouts with Missy Halcott

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily get the chance to talk with Missy Halcott about Digital Breakouts. Missy has done a little bit of everything! She previously taught in an elementary setting before becoming a tech integration specialist. She now also is an adjunct at Wilson College and is...

  37. The Cyber Sister's Podcast: Bonus - Pandemic Pedagogy

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily share 6 tips (plus some) for online/distance learning that they have learned over the course of their years of doing cyber. They encourage you to reach out to them as you are stretched out of your comfort zone to embrace distance education in this time of...

  38. The Cyber Sisters Podcast: Episode 9 PETE&C (2020) Recap

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily reflect on their time at PETE&C 2020. Listen to them reflect on the power of PLN's during an uncertain time, and celebrate the wisdom of their special guests as well! Follow us on Twitter at: Allison Keefe: @AllisonKTeaches Emily Sattler: @SattlerCyber…

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  39. The Cyber Sister's Podcast: Episode 8 Actively Learn Reflection

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily reflect on their month of Actively Learn! Get the inside scoop on Actively Learn. How did it work in both an ELA and a content area classroom? Listen to find out! Follow us on Twitter at: Allison Keefe: @AllisonKTeaches Emily Sattler: @SattlerCyber Next...

  40. The Cyber Sisters' Podcast: Episode 7 PETE&C Preview 2020

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily chat with each other about the upcoming Pennsylvania Educational Technology Expo & Conference (PETE&C). They explain what PETE&C is, their goals, sessions, and finally give four tips for when you attend a conference. Let them know if you are going to be at...

  41. The Cyber Sister's Podcast: Episode 6 Actively Learn with Hollie Woodard

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily get the chance to talk with Hollie Woodard about Actively Learn. Besides being the Legislative Chair for Decoding Dyslexia PA and the Advocacy Chair for PAECT, she is a rock star English teacher and technology coach in Bucks County PA. We were excited to…

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  42. The Cyber Sister's Podcast: Episode 5 Gamification Reflection

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily reflect on their month of gamification! Get the inside scoop on the games the built, the challenges they faced, and the lessons learned. Was this quest a success or a fail forward? Listen to find out! Follow us on Twitter at: Allison Keefe: @AllisonKTeaches...

  43. The Cyber Sisters Podcast: Episode 4 Gamification with Rebecca Gibboney

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily get the chance to talk with Rebecca Gibboney about gamification. Rebecca used gamification and game-based learning to engage and motivate students for many years, and now has taken those same games to professional development - using it to inspire, build...

  44. The Cyber Sisters Podcast: Episode 3 "Video Feedback Reflections"

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily reflect on their month of video-feedbacking! Emily responded to student text-dependent analysis questions or TDAs. Allison responded to her students' personal narrative essay. Each tried different tools and techniques along the way. Listen to the episode to...

  45. The Cyber Sisters Podcast: Episode 2 Feedback with Sarah Rivera

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily get the chance to talk with Sarah Rivera about video feedback. Sarah teaches high school biology and intro to STEM at a STEM school in Ohio. She's also a Google Trainer and Nearpod PioNear. Together, Allison, Emily, and Sarah brainstorm ways to give...

  46. The Cyber Sisters Podcast: Episode 1 "Welcome"

    In today's episode... Allison and Emily introduce themselves and The Cyber Sisters Podcast - a year-long peer coaching project designed to challenge these cyber educators to try new things with the help of some special guests. Emily and Allison share their goals for the project and reveal some...

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Allison and Emily are two cyber educators talking edtech, pedagogy, and life in the digital age. Join their year-long peer coaching project designed to challenge them to try new, innovative ideas in their virtual classrooms with the help of some special guests.

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